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Walt's Electric Motors

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Walt's Electric Motors

4.46(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

Walt's Electric Motors specializes in generator repair. We have a long history in the industry and would like the opportunity to assist with your generator repair needs. Give us a call today for more information.

"Great customer service from begining up to installation & follow up service and maintenance. Techâ s are extremly knowledgeable and explain the process. Family owned & operated. Best investment for peace of mind for our family & safety. Thank you!"

Marson J on June 2024

Walt's Electric Motors specializes in generator repair. We have a long history in the industry and would like the opportunity to assist with your generator repair needs. Give us a call today for more information.

"Great customer service from begining up to installation & follow up service and maintenance. Techâ s are extremly knowledgeable and explain the process. Family owned & operated. Best investment for peace of mind for our family & safety. Thank you!"

Marson J on June 2024


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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
146 local quotes requested

WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **

"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."

Jennifer B on October 2024

WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **

"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."

Jennifer B on October 2024


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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods

5.00(
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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
43 local quotes requested

With more than 30 yrs of experience, Hamilton Lightning Protection is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"He was on time and has a great work ethic. His workers were hard workers and did a great job."

Monte B on September 2022

With more than 30 yrs of experience, Hamilton Lightning Protection is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"He was on time and has a great work ethic. His workers were hard workers and did a great job."

Monte B on September 2022


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Jennings Lightning Protection

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Jennings Lightning Protection

5.00(
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40 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Great job on installing my lightning ⚡️ protection system great price and we could not be more satisfied with the system looks great thank u again Peter!!"

Mary H on May 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Great job on installing my lightning ⚡️ protection system great price and we could not be more satisfied with the system looks great thank u again Peter!!"

Mary H on May 2025


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Flaker Flooring L.L.C.

4.56(
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Flaker Flooring L.L.C.

4.56(
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Customers say: True professional
422 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

Flaker Flooring is a family run business that provides quality install with respect to a customers home and a keen eye for detail. 25 years of experience gives Flaker Flooring the confidence to help a home owner reach their goals with flooring upgrades to their home... We take pride in our work and would love the chance to work in your home. "We got you covered..."Our company also provides Plumbing, electrical, and painting services.

"he came gave me 300 for the job since - came bk and i gave him 200 i held out 100- ever wk its some other excuse this has been going on for 3 wks -he just hung up on me"

Eileen L on August 2025

Flaker Flooring is a family run business that provides quality install with respect to a customers home and a keen eye for detail. 25 years of experience gives Flaker Flooring the confidence to help a home owner reach their goals with flooring upgrades to their home... We take pride in our work and would love the chance to work in your home. "We got you covered..."Our company also provides Plumbing, electrical, and painting services.

"he came gave me 300 for the job since - came bk and i gave him 200 i held out 100- ever wk its some other excuse this has been going on for 3 wks -he just hung up on me"

Eileen L on August 2025


MT Electrical services

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MT Electrical services

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12 years of experience

Residential Electrical work, we offer a 24-hour emergency electrical service and we also have an electrical Preventative Maintenace plan we offer. We repair broken electrical systems we troubleshoot and repair issues

Residential Electrical work, we offer a 24-hour emergency electrical service and we also have an electrical Preventative Maintenace plan we offer. We repair broken electrical systems we troubleshoot and repair issues


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Murden Electric LLC

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Murden Electric LLC

4.50(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Murden Electric LLC out of Murphy North Carolina offers direct customer electrical work as well as generators. What this means for you, it means when you call we answer, it means you can work directly with us for all your needs, and it means you get a dedicated team of electricians to accomplish all of your electrical and generator needs.

"Outstanding! All my questions were answered when asked. He constantly communicated with me about everything. He showed me how we could save money and time by me ordering certain items. Always on time, never lazy and always showed concern for our property. If it took 10 hours to do, it would get done. Extremely knowledgeable and told what he was doing, how he would do it and why. We knew everything that was going to be done and the estimated cost was normally on the mark. Great company, workmanship and as far as we're concerned you couldn't do better."

Dusty R on July 2023

Murden Electric LLC out of Murphy North Carolina offers direct customer electrical work as well as generators. What this means for you, it means when you call we answer, it means you can work directly with us for all your needs, and it means you get a dedicated team of electricians to accomplish all of your electrical and generator needs.

"Outstanding! All my questions were answered when asked. He constantly communicated with me about everything. He showed me how we could save money and time by me ordering certain items. Always on time, never lazy and always showed concern for our property. If it took 10 hours to do, it would get done. Extremely knowledgeable and told what he was doing, how he would do it and why. We knew everything that was going to be done and the estimated cost was normally on the mark. Great company, workmanship and as far as we're concerned you couldn't do better."

Dusty R on July 2023



Absolute Energy Solutions

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Absolute Energy Solutions

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We have 2 employee's. We have been in Business for 2 years. All together we have over 30 years experience. We except Cash or Check for payment. We are also Licensed in S.C. & Georgia.

We have 2 employee's. We have been in Business for 2 years. All together we have over 30 years experience. We except Cash or Check for payment. We are also Licensed in S.C. & Georgia.


MOUNTAIN POWER ELECTRIC

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MOUNTAIN POWER ELECTRIC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

In business since 1980, we offer a complete line of electrical services and specialize in Generac generator sales, installation, service and warranty work for residential and commercial generators. Financing plans are available.

In business since 1980, we offer a complete line of electrical services and specialize in Generac generator sales, installation, service and warranty work for residential and commercial generators. Financing plans are available.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

When choosing the right size generator for your needs, consider a few items to help calculate the wattage you’ll need. Start by determining which household items and appliances you want to power, and then add the wattages together. Check out the wattage of these essential appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 watts

Running home appliances like these requires a partial or whole-house generator. A portable generator may be enough to power your home if you only plan to keep a refrigerator and freezer running. 

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

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