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Bear Electrical Services, LLC
4.8(
92
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"John should change the name to Top Notch Electrical Services because everything was just that. I had a whole home generator installed, he's very professional and I would highly recommend him."
20 kw briggs and stratton generator
20 kw briggs and stratton generator
20 kw briggs and stratton generator
20 Kw Briggs and Stratton Generator
20 KW Briggs And Stratton generatior

+40

Response time10 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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The Electric Solution
4.6(
7
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

At The Electric Solution, we specialize in providing cutting-edge electrical solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With a strong commitment to sustainability, safety, and efficiency.\nOur team comprises experienced professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional service and expertise in all areas of electrical systems, from design and installation to maintenance and upgrades. We pride ourselves on our customer-centric approach, ensuring that we fully understand and address the unique requirements of each project.

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Response time12 hrs
Response rate88%
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The Electric Solution
4.6(
6
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

At The Electric Solution, we specialize in providing cutting-edge electrical solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With a strong commitment to sustainability, safety, and efficiency.\nOur team comprises experienced professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional service and expertise in all areas of electrical systems, from design and installation to maintenance and upgrades. We pride ourselves on our customer-centric approach, ensuring that we fully understand and address the unique requirements of each project.

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Phillip Keith Davis
5.0(
4
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"He received the notice early on Saturday morning and called within an hour. He was at my house to get the estimate done an hour after that. We agreed to have the install done the following Friday to give him time to get the permits done. He and his son we exactly on time and the price was actually lower than I anticipated. A totally professional job. This guy is on my list for my next electrical job."
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Heil Electric Co
New to Angi

Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

40 years experience. Licensed and Insured. Licensed since 1992 and have ran an electrical business full time and/ or part time during those years.I have completed whole house wiring, additions,panel upgrades,trouble shooting faulty circuits residential and commercial experience. Lighting additions and change outs. Add dedicated receptacle circuits. Breaker change outs.installed ev chargers, Generator panels. Wiring of hvac equipment, water heaters installation of communication and data cabling.\n\nCurrently work in the areas of Creedmoor, Butner, Timberlake, Rougemont,Raleigh, Wake Forest, Henderson and Durham NC\n\nAttentiveness to a quality and neat installation. Take pride in all my work and give a quality customer service by paying attention to the customer and giving different options for their choosing and being polite and willingness to answer questions during installation. Since I am licensed I am required to take 8 hours a year continuing education and try to stay current on code

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J. Stewart Cleaning Services
New to Angi

Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

\n\nHi, I’m Jayson Stewart, owner of J. Stewart Cleaning Services LLC.\n\nI started this business with a simple goal—provide reliable, high-quality cleaning services that businesses and homeowners can actually depend on. Too often, cleaning services are inconsistent or cut corners. I built my company to be different.\n\nI take pride in delivering detailed, consistent results every time. Whether it’s a commercial space or a home, I treat every job with the same level of care and professionalism.\n\nMy focus is making sure your space not only looks clean, but feels clean and represents you the right way.\n\nIf you’re looking for a cleaning service that shows up, communicates clearly, and gets the job done right, I’d be happy to work with you.

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Lululemon bathroom
Lululemon bathroom
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Right Electrical Services, LLC
4.9(
85
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called to inquire concerning installation of full-house backup generator. Right Electrical Services set an appointment; Company representative arrived my residence on time and went immediately to work with me in inspecting the appropriate placement, discussed with me thoroughly the scope of work to be done, the process of the installation and the coordination Right Electrical would do with electrical, power company and propane provider, and estimated time to complete installation. Representative provided me with a verbal estimate of expense, and promised a written estimate within a few hours. Estimate arrived within 90 minutes; Representative followed up email with telephone call while I was reading estimate to provide further detail regarding estimate. I have commissioned the work and sending signed copy of estimate to Right Electric when I close this rating. Tom M. , Northern Wake County NC"
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Revival 1869- A Drinkery

+15

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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CMC Service Experts
4.6(
749
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Chase & Eric were incredible! They installed a Generac entire home generator. Their speed, quality of work, and professionalism were incredible. They patiently explained how everything worked. They went above and beyond. I highly recommend CMC and their team."
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Generator Installation
Panel Upgrade
Ceiling Fan Installation & Replacement
HVAC Installation

+28

Recommended by89%of homeowners
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BWM Electrical Services
4.7(
71
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Allen went through extra effort to ensure the LEDs we purchased were correct color and size to ensure no additional sheet rock repairs were required. Cost I felt was a little high for the bulbs. Allen installed along with dimmer and warrants them for life so we felt will be worth it. I would definitely use them again and will recommend BWM Electric to family and friends."
Foyer Chandelier
Lighting Install
Receptacle Install
Accent Lighting
Metal Building Project

+7

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

To determine the right size generator for your house, you should calculate the total wattage of the appliances and devices you want to power during an outage. List all essential items, note their start-up wattages, and add them together.

Here are some typical wattage requirements for common appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 to 4,500 watts

  • Electric furnace: 5,000 to 25,000 watts

A 7,500-watt generator might be sufficient for essentials like a refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits. However, for high-demand items like a water heater or furnace, a whole-home generator is a better choice. A portable generator may be enough if you only need to power a few critical items.

While home square footage can offer a rough estimate, it is not always a reliable indicator. For reference, here are some typical generator sizes based on square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14 kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16 kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20 kW+

For the most accurate sizing, consult a professional who can calculate your home's peak and average power consumption and recommend the optimal generator.

Potential benefits of using a natural gas generator include reducing your carbon footprint, lower likelihood of carbon monoxide exposure, budget-friendly operating costs, and low-maintenance, continuous fuel supply. Some possible drawbacks, though, include higher initial installation costs, dependency on a natural gas supply, and installation complexity. Keep in mind that pros and cons will vary based on the type and brand of natural gas generator. 

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

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