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John Betlem Heating & Cooling Inc

4.72(
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John Betlem Heating & Cooling Inc

4.72(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
378 local quotes requested

John Betlem Heating & Cooling is a 3rd generation company founded in 1941. They provide Residential HVAC, Electrical and Insulation Services to Rochester, NY and the surrounding towns. John’s slogan that still holds true today is to do “whatever it takes” to satisfy customers. John Betlem is a premier family operated solutions provider, passionately committed to the health, safety, and comfort for all they serve.

"great job done"

Donald B on September 2025

John Betlem Heating & Cooling is a 3rd generation company founded in 1941. They provide Residential HVAC, Electrical and Insulation Services to Rochester, NY and the surrounding towns. John’s slogan that still holds true today is to do “whatever it takes” to satisfy customers. John Betlem is a premier family operated solutions provider, passionately committed to the health, safety, and comfort for all they serve.

"great job done"

Donald B on September 2025


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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
200 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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Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc.

5.00(
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Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc.

5.00(
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79 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

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.

"They were fantastic! They were polite, fast, organized, good clean up, and explained everything. The quality of the generator looks durable, and could last longer. They are the only company who told me that the generator needed to be serviced for every 2 years instead of every year. They also installed it on a stoned pad instead of a concrete which saved me a lot of money. The piping inside of the house was a flexible steel coil. They also do service calls."

Lynn M on November 2020

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.

"They were fantastic! They were polite, fast, organized, good clean up, and explained everything. The quality of the generator looks durable, and could last longer. They are the only company who told me that the generator needed to be serviced for every 2 years instead of every year. They also installed it on a stoned pad instead of a concrete which saved me a lot of money. The piping inside of the house was a flexible steel coil. They also do service calls."

Lynn M on November 2020


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Donohue's Lightning Rods

4.89(
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Donohue's Lightning Rods

4.89(
50
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
105 local quotes requested

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


"Very well. I would recommend him to others."

Michele G on August 2025

Commercial Residential Specialty and General Electrical services We are for the people! Flexible Prices! Same Day Estimates! Ask About Our Discount! Fast Response! Buffalo Rochester Syracuse

"Very well. I would recommend him to others."

Michele G on August 2025


Davis Home Services

5.00(
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Davis Home Services

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Active Duty Military or Veterans 10% discount. Senior Discount 10%. Davis Home Services is one of the top ranked contractors in the area. Customer satisfaction is our number 1 goal when completing any job. We offer solutions to multiple service needs.

"Jerry fixed the problem very quickly and because we were a previous customer he reduced his normal charge. Jerry is not only very competent but also very personable."

Darwin P on July 2022

Active Duty Military or Veterans 10% discount. Senior Discount 10%. Davis Home Services is one of the top ranked contractors in the area. Customer satisfaction is our number 1 goal when completing any job. We offer solutions to multiple service needs.

"Jerry fixed the problem very quickly and because we were a previous customer he reduced his normal charge. Jerry is not only very competent but also very personable."

Darwin P on July 2022


Watts Brothers Electric

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Watts Brothers Electric

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Watts Brothers Electric is a Dealer of Generac Generators. We install and repair Generac Generators. We also offer maintenance packages for your generator for reliable operations of your automatic generator system.

Watts Brothers Electric is a Dealer of Generac Generators. We install and repair Generac Generators. We also offer maintenance packages for your generator for reliable operations of your automatic generator system.


Cazenovia Equipment Company, Inc.

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Cazenovia Equipment Company, Inc.

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64 years of experience

Cazenovia Equipment Company specializes in John Deere equipment for lawn and garden maintenance, farming, professional landscaping, construction work, golf courses, municipalities, government, etc. In addition to John Deere equipment, Cazenovia Equipment Company also carries over 30 over premier brands. Cazenovia Equipment Company specializes in high quality brands and top notch service and support, providing solutions for every need. Brands we carry: John Deere Frontier STIHL Outdoor Equipment Honda Power Equipemt Ariens Snow Blowers Kuhn Kuhn Knight Pottinger Trioliet H&S Brillion Degelman Hardi Geringhoff Unverferth CAM Superline Husky Mensch Supreme Wiedenmann Buffalo Turbine Salsco Lastec Goossen AgriMetal SIP Broyhill Vicon DR Power Equipment Selbro Pequea

Cazenovia Equipment Company specializes in John Deere equipment for lawn and garden maintenance, farming, professional landscaping, construction work, golf courses, municipalities, government, etc. In addition to John Deere equipment, Cazenovia Equipment Company also carries over 30 over premier brands. Cazenovia Equipment Company specializes in high quality brands and top notch service and support, providing solutions for every need. Brands we carry: John Deere Frontier STIHL Outdoor Equipment Honda Power Equipemt Ariens Snow Blowers Kuhn Kuhn Knight Pottinger Trioliet H&S Brillion Degelman Hardi Geringhoff Unverferth CAM Superline Husky Mensch Supreme Wiedenmann Buffalo Turbine Salsco Lastec Goossen AgriMetal SIP Broyhill Vicon DR Power Equipment Selbro Pequea



Hopkins Equipment Service

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Hopkins Equipment Service

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23 years of experience

Hopkins Equipment Service is a locally, family owned and operated service and repair company. We are capable of repairing anything Farm, Lawn, Garden or even Construction related. Specializing in small engines including 2 and 4 stroke, and electrical troubleshooting.

Hopkins Equipment Service is a locally, family owned and operated service and repair company. We are capable of repairing anything Farm, Lawn, Garden or even Construction related. Specializing in small engines including 2 and 4 stroke, and electrical troubleshooting.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

Whole-house generators can last 20 to 40 years with normal operation and proper maintenance. If you look up the specifications for your generator, you may be able to find a lifespan rated in hours of operation. Life expectancy will vary depending on how often and for how long you use the generator each year. Choosing a fuel with low impact like natural gas or diesel can help generators last as long as possible.

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

Homeowners can often access federal tax credits, such as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), which covers a percentage of installation costs. Many states and utilities offer additional rebates, grants, or performance-based incentives. These programs can significantly lower your upfront investment. Check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) or contact your local energy office for current offers.

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