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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
25 years of experience

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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Mid America Lightning Protection

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Mid America Lightning Protection

4.74(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
57 years of experience

We have over 40 years of experience in the business. At Mid America Lightning Protection, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! We are not an electrical company; we do lightning protection and work with lighting rods.

"Remarkable service! He arrived when he said he would. Completed the job on time. Highly recommend recommend."

Keith H on November 2025

We have over 40 years of experience in the business. At Mid America Lightning Protection, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! We are not an electrical company; we do lightning protection and work with lighting rods.

"Remarkable service! He arrived when he said he would. Completed the job on time. Highly recommend recommend."

Keith H on November 2025


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NuBlue Electric

4.82(
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NuBlue Electric

4.82(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

NuBlue Electric serves all of the Greenville-Pitt county region's electric needs. Our team of expert technicians specialize in residential and commercial electrical repairs and installations such as EV Chargers, electrical fixture installations, whole home generators, electrical panel replacements and much more. We are your electricians of choice. NuBlue Service Group Greenville is Redefining Service Excellence in the Pitt County region! Have an Electrical OR Plumbing OR Air issue? Our Greenville office can help with all of Greenville's Electric, Plumbing, and Air needs! See our website for coupons and specials.

"The electrical project was well done."

Liz K on September 2025

NuBlue Electric serves all of the Greenville-Pitt county region's electric needs. Our team of expert technicians specialize in residential and commercial electrical repairs and installations such as EV Chargers, electrical fixture installations, whole home generators, electrical panel replacements and much more. We are your electricians of choice. NuBlue Service Group Greenville is Redefining Service Excellence in the Pitt County region! Have an Electrical OR Plumbing OR Air issue? Our Greenville office can help with all of Greenville's Electric, Plumbing, and Air needs! See our website for coupons and specials.

"The electrical project was well done."

Liz K on September 2025


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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
62 years of experience

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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Gvt Electric LLC

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Gvt Electric LLC

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

My name is Gabriel Valles-Torres, owner of the Gvt electric. Both of my parents being electricians, Gvt was born from the simple love of the Electrical trade. We focus on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and love what we do. We will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"He came on time, he was very professional, asked if there was anything else, and I will definitely call again"

Barbara J on March 2025

My name is Gabriel Valles-Torres, owner of the Gvt electric. Both of my parents being electricians, Gvt was born from the simple love of the Electrical trade. We focus on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and love what we do. We will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"He came on time, he was very professional, asked if there was anything else, and I will definitely call again"

Barbara J on March 2025


"They came to install a Generac and it was all done in one day! He arranged for inspector and gas co. to come the same time to get it done. I'm very happy with Scott Jernigan and would refer him to others."

Linda n on August 2020

Jernigan Electrical Service Company of Bertie County is your premier generator firm for all your generator needs. Our integrity, professionalism and attention to detail has set us apart from the rest. Give us a call today!

"They came to install a Generac and it was all done in one day! He arranged for inspector and gas co. to come the same time to get it done. I'm very happy with Scott Jernigan and would refer him to others."

Linda n on August 2020


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Jennings Lightning Protection

5.00(
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Jennings Lightning Protection

5.00(
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11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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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Security Technology Group, Inc.

5.00(
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Security Technology Group, Inc.

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

Security Technology Group Inc is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Security Technology Group Inc is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"They've been a huge asset to me for the last 30 years. I can't recommend them enough."

Jeff G on December 2022

Security Technology Group Inc is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Security Technology Group Inc is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"They've been a huge asset to me for the last 30 years. I can't recommend them enough."

Jeff G on December 2022


Modern Lightning Protection Co., Inc.

5.00(
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Modern Lightning Protection Co., Inc.

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

Modern Lightning Protection, has been in the lightning protection business, since 1946! We have installed under the National Fire Protection Association and are Underwriters Laboratories compliant, with our lightning protection systems. We have worked on some of America's best known structures: � The Super Dome in New Orleans � The Monorail at DisneyWorld � The Dean Smith Center at UNC at Chapel Hill � The Orbiter Processing Facility at Cape Canaveral � The Eisenhower Mansion at Gettysburg, PA � The Statehouses of North & South Carolina Just to name a few. Modern Lightning Protection, is fully staffed with: � Certified Journeyman � Master Installers � Designers Modern is an Underwriters Laboratories listed installer company, UL ECMD Listing # 134186, and we are members of The Lightning Protection Institute.

"They arrived on time, did the work in freezing weather, and were very responsive to all questions. I hope we never have to use the lightning rods, but am glad they are now in place."

Christine M on January 2018

Modern Lightning Protection, has been in the lightning protection business, since 1946! We have installed under the National Fire Protection Association and are Underwriters Laboratories compliant, with our lightning protection systems. We have worked on some of America's best known structures: � The Super Dome in New Orleans � The Monorail at DisneyWorld � The Dean Smith Center at UNC at Chapel Hill � The Orbiter Processing Facility at Cape Canaveral � The Eisenhower Mansion at Gettysburg, PA � The Statehouses of North & South Carolina Just to name a few. Modern Lightning Protection, is fully staffed with: � Certified Journeyman � Master Installers � Designers Modern is an Underwriters Laboratories listed installer company, UL ECMD Listing # 134186, and we are members of The Lightning Protection Institute.

"They arrived on time, did the work in freezing weather, and were very responsive to all questions. I hope we never have to use the lightning rods, but am glad they are now in place."

Christine M on January 2018


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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

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.

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

When properly maintained, natural gas generators can last a long time, as much as 20 to 40 years. They have relatively few needs compared to generators with other fuel types. However, the generator’s lifespan ultimately depends on how often the generator is used and for how long it’s left running.

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

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