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Deploy Electric
4.7(
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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"Excellent service. Chris and his helper were prompt and professional. They installed a ceiling fan with a remote control and replaced a wall fan control for another ceiling fan. Chris also put down a tarp on the carpet below the ceiling fan so the carpet was not soiled. He clearly knew what he was doing and was also very personable. The price was reasonable. I am very pleased and will call him again when I need a good electrician."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bear Electrical Services, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great Service and communications. John was a pleasure to work. He contacted me immediately and they arrived ahead of scheduled time and date I chose. I highly recommend them. JD was the team member that performed the work. JD installed 3 keyless light fixtures and a Transformer for our Ring Door Bell. JD was very nice to work with, very professional and cleaned up the work area."
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
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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CMC Electric
4.4(
561
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Rep was very experienced. Although we had only made the initial appointment to have a generator installed as a backup for the house, we ended up discussing a few minor electrical issues to add to the quote. When he came to complete the work, it was quick and as quoted. He installed a sticker with instructions and left the area cleaner than when he arrived."
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Ceiling Fan Replacement

+12

Response time12 hrs
308 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Lightbourne's Electric
4.9(
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I received several bids to install my generator outlet for emergency use. I hired this electrician because he seemed very professional and his price was lower than the others, so when he came to do the job, I was pleasantly surprised. He went through every detail with me before getting started and made sure that everything was as we had discussed before work began."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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E-A1 PROS LLC
5.0(
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luis and his crew did an excellent job of installing two fixtures and replacing a circuit breaker and a defective outlet in my home. I highly recommend E-A1 Pros for all your electrical needs"
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EV Charger
Panel Replacement
Panel Replacement

+14

Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Electric Solution
4.6(
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

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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%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"William Burden is the third generation owner of WBLightningRods and his company has been in business since 1950. He is very courteous, professional, was on time, and has a very good crew. William was present for the entire installation. We chose the copper system. We are glad for the peace of mind a lightning rod system will provide."
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+79

Response time1 day
62 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Electrical Emperors LLC
4.9(
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

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"I had John from Electrical Emperors LLC install an EV charging station for my Tesla, and it was a fantastic experience! He was professional, knowledgeable, and got the job done quickly while leaving everything clean. If you need a reliable electrician for EV installations, check out John and his team!"
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+15

Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes. You can connect your home back-up battery to a generator with its designated charger. Be sure that the output of the generator matches the input requirements for the battery for best results.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

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.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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