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American Electrical Standard

4.98(
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American Electrical Standard

4.98(
92
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

We are a licensed and insured Veteran owned and operated business. We do all phases of electrical work. From installing an outlet, light, ceiling fan, changing out a panel, pools, kitchen remodels, extensions, new builds and commercial projects. We look forward to providing you the highest quality of electrical work at a competitive price. We are now offering Starlink installations, call for more details.

"Matt is a true professional. He came to fix problems incurred from a previous electrician and finish a project left undone. "

Frank W on December 2025

We are a licensed and insured Veteran owned and operated business. We do all phases of electrical work. From installing an outlet, light, ceiling fan, changing out a panel, pools, kitchen remodels, extensions, new builds and commercial projects. We look forward to providing you the highest quality of electrical work at a competitive price. We are now offering Starlink installations, call for more details.

"Matt is a true professional. He came to fix problems incurred from a previous electrician and finish a project left undone. "

Frank W on December 2025


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Hurricane Home Solutions Southern Tier, Inc.

4.83(
157
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Hurricane Home Solutions Southern Tier, Inc.

4.83(
157
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Hurricane Generators is dedicated to delivering a superior experience from start to finish—backed by prompt service, attention to detail, and a commitment to your complete satisfaction. When the power goes out, we’re here for you with 24/7 emergency service and reliable solutions you can count on. We proudly work with top brands like Generac, Cummins, and Champion to match every homeowner with the ideal generator for their needs. From expert installation to ongoing maintenance, our team ensures your system is ready whenever you need it most. With Hurricane Generators, you get more than just a product—you get a partner you can trust. We return calls promptly, show up on time, and deliver on every promise. And with our guaranteed competitive pricing, you can have peace of mind knowing you’re getting exceptional value along with exceptional service.

"Nate and Sam were very professional and knowledgeable about their work. I found them very polite and informative. Overall they did a great job. I would highly recommend Hurricane Home Solutions."

Linda W on July 2025

Hurricane Generators is dedicated to delivering a superior experience from start to finish—backed by prompt service, attention to detail, and a commitment to your complete satisfaction. When the power goes out, we’re here for you with 24/7 emergency service and reliable solutions you can count on. We proudly work with top brands like Generac, Cummins, and Champion to match every homeowner with the ideal generator for their needs. From expert installation to ongoing maintenance, our team ensures your system is ready whenever you need it most. With Hurricane Generators, you get more than just a product—you get a partner you can trust. We return calls promptly, show up on time, and deliver on every promise. And with our guaranteed competitive pricing, you can have peace of mind knowing you’re getting exceptional value along with exceptional service.

"Nate and Sam were very professional and knowledgeable about their work. I found them very polite and informative. Overall they did a great job. I would highly recommend Hurricane Home Solutions."

Linda W on July 2025


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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
297
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Approved Pro
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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RG Handyman

5.00(
27
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RG Handyman

5.00(
27
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Emergency services offered

We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Professional. Respectful. Knowledgeable. I would hire him again and I recommend him!"

Rene R on December 2025

We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Professional. Respectful. Knowledgeable. I would hire him again and I recommend him!"

Rene R on December 2025


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Donohue's Lightning Rods

4.89(
50
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Donohue's Lightning Rods

4.89(
50
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
55 years of experience

The modern suburban and small town home of today has become an ideal lightning target. The home owner would do well to recognize lightning for the destructive force that it is and protect against this major life and fire hazard. Donohue's Lightning Rods is based in Missouri, near the factory where most of the residential and commercial lightning rod supplies are manufactured. Jim travels regularly to Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and New York. Call today to find out when Jim will be in your area. For installations outside Missouri, Kansas, or Texas, Jim waits until there are a few customers lined up, thus being able to provide the same quality services at affordable prices. **WE DO NOT DO ELECTRICAL SERVICES.** (ONLY LIGHTNING RODS)

"The job was beautifully and professionally done. I have a zero scape yard and the gentleman was concerned about disturbing the gravel when putting the rod into the ground. WOW!!!!"

Debra D on June 2025

The modern suburban and small town home of today has become an ideal lightning target. The home owner would do well to recognize lightning for the destructive force that it is and protect against this major life and fire hazard. Donohue's Lightning Rods is based in Missouri, near the factory where most of the residential and commercial lightning rod supplies are manufactured. Jim travels regularly to Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and New York. Call today to find out when Jim will be in your area. For installations outside Missouri, Kansas, or Texas, Jim waits until there are a few customers lined up, thus being able to provide the same quality services at affordable prices. **WE DO NOT DO ELECTRICAL SERVICES.** (ONLY LIGHTNING RODS)

"The job was beautifully and professionally done. I have a zero scape yard and the gentleman was concerned about disturbing the gravel when putting the rod into the ground. WOW!!!!"

Debra D on June 2025


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Auchinachie Plumbing LTD

3.94(
163
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Auchinachie Plumbing LTD

3.94(
163
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
120 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are your one stop spot for all of your HVAC and plumbing needs. We specialize in all facets of heating and air conditioning. We are extremely competitive and understand the value of building a relationship with our customers. We will go to all lengths to please our clients every needs. Once you use us, you'll never have to find another HVAC or plumbing contractor again.

"Never showed, never called?then 5 hours later called and wanted to reschedule for next day. "

Marian D on December 2025

We are your one stop spot for all of your HVAC and plumbing needs. We specialize in all facets of heating and air conditioning. We are extremely competitive and understand the value of building a relationship with our customers. We will go to all lengths to please our clients every needs. Once you use us, you'll never have to find another HVAC or plumbing contractor again.

"Never showed, never called?then 5 hours later called and wanted to reschedule for next day. "

Marian D on December 2025


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Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc.

4.50(
6
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Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc.

4.50(
6
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Approved Pro
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Hurricane Generators keeps your home powered—no matter what the storm brings. We specialize in selling, installing, and maintaining premium home standby generators from trusted brands like Generac, Cummins, and Champion. Whether it’s a hurricane, ice storm, or unexpected outage, we make sure your lights stay on, your appliances run, and your family stays safe. From the moment you call, our experts guide you through every step—helping you choose the perfect generator, delivering a clean, professional installation, and providing ongoing service to keep it running flawlessly year after year. With fast response times and flexible maintenance plans, you can rest easy knowing your backup power is always ready. At Hurricane Generators, we don’t just install equipment—we deliver peace of mind. When the power goes out, you won’t skip a beat.

"The install went great, very happy. First year of using it, not a single problem. Because of that, I wanted to continue doing business with this company, so I hired them to do the maintenance and did a 1 year service contract ($300+) which included an oil and filter change, full inspection and up to 2 no charge service calls. Well they did the oil change and when I got home, I noticed oil all over the base. Figured accidents happen, I'm not mad. A week later, we lose the power, generator shuts down because of low oil. I call HHS and they send the guy back next day to fix. 3 weeks later, lose the power again and again generator shuts down. This time waaay too much oil. Sends guy back again to fix. A few months later, lose power again generator never turns. The battery was not being charged. Now there's issue with gas valve. They refused to do warranty work while it was still under warranty Called 11/17/25 and they got the balls to return my 1/12/26(8wks) later. Worst company ever!!!!!!"

Mickey B on January 2026

Hurricane Generators keeps your home powered—no matter what the storm brings. We specialize in selling, installing, and maintaining premium home standby generators from trusted brands like Generac, Cummins, and Champion. Whether it’s a hurricane, ice storm, or unexpected outage, we make sure your lights stay on, your appliances run, and your family stays safe. From the moment you call, our experts guide you through every step—helping you choose the perfect generator, delivering a clean, professional installation, and providing ongoing service to keep it running flawlessly year after year. With fast response times and flexible maintenance plans, you can rest easy knowing your backup power is always ready. At Hurricane Generators, we don’t just install equipment—we deliver peace of mind. When the power goes out, you won’t skip a beat.

"The install went great, very happy. First year of using it, not a single problem. Because of that, I wanted to continue doing business with this company, so I hired them to do the maintenance and did a 1 year service contract ($300+) which included an oil and filter change, full inspection and up to 2 no charge service calls. Well they did the oil change and when I got home, I noticed oil all over the base. Figured accidents happen, I'm not mad. A week later, we lose the power, generator shuts down because of low oil. I call HHS and they send the guy back next day to fix. 3 weeks later, lose the power again and again generator shuts down. This time waaay too much oil. Sends guy back again to fix. A few months later, lose power again generator never turns. The battery was not being charged. Now there's issue with gas valve. They refused to do warranty work while it was still under warranty Called 11/17/25 and they got the balls to return my 1/12/26(8wks) later. Worst company ever!!!!!!"

Mickey B on January 2026


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Alexander Technical Resources

4.74(
1,889
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Alexander Technical Resources

4.74(
1,889
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Free Phone Consultation. Not sure if we can help? Give us a call, it's on us! We are more than happy to talk with you and discuss your computer problems. Fast service. In some cases we can help you right now! If not, we will schedule an appointment that fits your schedule. If you receive our answering service, please leave us a message. We will call you back as soon as possible. Domestic Based Support. Our company is based right here in the United States and all of our technicians speak clear, fluent English. Safe Interaction. By using our online support center, no one has to come out to your home to fix your computer. That means no strangers in your home and you don’t even have to get dressed, if you don’t want to. Extremely Affordable & Convenient. Unhooking your computer, dragging it out to the car, then driving to the store and dragging in there and waiting for weeks to get it back and then pay hundreds of dollars for such fantastic service. That’s the typical experience for most users. Most Issues are software based. In our experience. 85% of user’s problems are either software or operating system problems due to bugs, worms, virus’, Trojans, malware, grayware or spyware related. As long as your computer turns on and has an internet connection, we can probably solve your issue. If we find that your issue is a hardware issue, we will recommend a trusted, local support company to help you further, if possible.

"Online repair. He has helped me in the past and I cannot say enough nice things about him. The next day I had a tiny issue and he responded immediately. Thorough. Thank you!"

Jan C on February 2019

Free Phone Consultation. Not sure if we can help? Give us a call, it's on us! We are more than happy to talk with you and discuss your computer problems. Fast service. In some cases we can help you right now! If not, we will schedule an appointment that fits your schedule. If you receive our answering service, please leave us a message. We will call you back as soon as possible. Domestic Based Support. Our company is based right here in the United States and all of our technicians speak clear, fluent English. Safe Interaction. By using our online support center, no one has to come out to your home to fix your computer. That means no strangers in your home and you don’t even have to get dressed, if you don’t want to. Extremely Affordable & Convenient. Unhooking your computer, dragging it out to the car, then driving to the store and dragging in there and waiting for weeks to get it back and then pay hundreds of dollars for such fantastic service. That’s the typical experience for most users. Most Issues are software based. In our experience. 85% of user’s problems are either software or operating system problems due to bugs, worms, virus’, Trojans, malware, grayware or spyware related. As long as your computer turns on and has an internet connection, we can probably solve your issue. If we find that your issue is a hardware issue, we will recommend a trusted, local support company to help you further, if possible.

"Online repair. He has helped me in the past and I cannot say enough nice things about him. The next day I had a tiny issue and he responded immediately. Thorough. Thank you!"

Jan C on February 2019


Affordable Fans - The Fan Doctor

4.92(
13
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Affordable Fans - The Fan Doctor

4.92(
13
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owner operated. Additional DBA: The Fan Doctor. Licensed electrician in New Hampshire & Massachusetts. Over 30 years experience.

"Excellent parts. Fast delivery."

William W on April 2021

Owner operated. Additional DBA: The Fan Doctor. Licensed electrician in New Hampshire & Massachusetts. Over 30 years experience.

"Excellent parts. Fast delivery."

William W on April 2021


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KWD Electric Inc

4.85(
40
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KWD Electric Inc

4.85(
40
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Additional website - www.kwdelectric.com. Family owned. Additional services - Outdoor lighting repair, ceiling fans, lighting design, exhaust fans, electrical design, safety GFCI outlets, lamp replacement, pv solar install, hot tub wiring, energy saving lighting, saunas & steam bath’s, flat screen tv outlets, pool wiring, service upgrades, recessed lighting, 24 hr emergency service calls, new additions, basment wiring, indoor & outdoor electrical wiring including pools, hot tubs, garages, barns, central air, run cabling for cable tv & telephone cat-5 & installing solar photovoltaic systems for home or business.

Additional website - www.kwdelectric.com. Family owned. Additional services - Outdoor lighting repair, ceiling fans, lighting design, exhaust fans, electrical design, safety GFCI outlets, lamp replacement, pv solar install, hot tub wiring, energy saving lighting, saunas & steam bath’s, flat screen tv outlets, pool wiring, service upgrades, recessed lighting, 24 hr emergency service calls, new additions, basment wiring, indoor & outdoor electrical wiring including pools, hot tubs, garages, barns, central air, run cabling for cable tv & telephone cat-5 & installing solar photovoltaic systems for home or business.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

As long as they have enough fuel, whole-house generators can run for weeks at a time (400 to 500 hours) without suffering too much wear and tear. However, this type of extensive use isn’t ideal if you want to extend the life of your generator.

Two important points. First, some generators may need you to periodically check oil levels every day or so and refill as necessary for safe operation. Second, if your generator uses a fuel tank, keep it regularly full so it doesn’t suddenly shut off. Many backup generators can run through a full tank in a day when they are powering large portions of a home.

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

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.

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