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"Marcus provided quality work , and was accommodating to my schedule ,which I appreciate . Thank you very much . "

Steven W on December 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

"Marcus provided quality work , and was accommodating to my schedule ,which I appreciate . Thank you very much . "

Steven W on December 2025


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W B Lightning Rods

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W B Lightning Rods

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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


"Paul Kittel came out on an emergency basis on a Saturday and helped me figure out where the problem was. Santina was incredibly helpful, as always. She is a treat to work with. Paul was able to get me up and running and suggested some additional work that he will be doing next week. This organization has the best customer service I have seen in our area. I highly recommend them."

Robert W on December 2025

Anderson Water-Power-Air is a family-owned business serving New York State, providing the highest-quality products and service available in the industry.

"Paul Kittel came out on an emergency basis on a Saturday and helped me figure out where the problem was. Santina was incredibly helpful, as always. She is a treat to work with. Paul was able to get me up and running and suggested some additional work that he will be doing next week. This organization has the best customer service I have seen in our area. I highly recommend them."

Robert W on December 2025


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Roy's Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical

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Roy's Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical

4.58(
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Customers say: Super punctual
52 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Roy’s Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, customers will find a team of highly skilled home service technicians in Buffalo, Tonawanda, Hamburg, and beyond. We have been serving the Western New York area since 1974 and provide everything you need to keep your home’s most vital systems in good order. We offer a comprehensive range of options for all of your Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, and Electrical needs. Further, our expert services are available to customers 24/7 – you will never have to wait to get the service you need! Call Roy's today to schedule an appointment at 716-218-1116.

"No complaints, they did it fast."

Aunik A on March 2025

At Roy’s Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, customers will find a team of highly skilled home service technicians in Buffalo, Tonawanda, Hamburg, and beyond. We have been serving the Western New York area since 1974 and provide everything you need to keep your home’s most vital systems in good order. We offer a comprehensive range of options for all of your Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, and Electrical needs. Further, our expert services are available to customers 24/7 – you will never have to wait to get the service you need! Call Roy's today to schedule an appointment at 716-218-1116.

"No complaints, they did it fast."

Aunik A on March 2025


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Singh's Electrics

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Singh's Electrics

4.92(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Singh did a great good job very respectful and reasonable and knowledgeable"

Vernon B on May 2025

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Singh did a great good job very respectful and reasonable and knowledgeable"

Vernon B on May 2025


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Donohue's Lightning Rods

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Donohue's Lightning Rods

4.89(
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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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Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc.

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Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc.

4.43(
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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.

"Hurricane solutions installed a home generator for us two years ago. It was explained to the salesman and the person that came out to review the job that we had a solar edge solar panels with batteries that was connected to the grid and that the batteries powered the house first before switching to the grid when there was no sun. Everyone from the company assured us that they knew how to install the generator. They wired it without connecting to the solar panel control box. It has not powered the house since it was installed because the generator can sense the power in the batteries which are not allowed to go below 10% as not to ruin them. Hurricane solutions has refused to fix the problems they created. I spent over a year contacting them dozens of times with them about their improper installation with no results. They have shown that they will not fix problems that they have created due to their ignorance on how to install a generator into a modern solar system. Dennis F. "

Dennis F on November 2025

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.

"Hurricane solutions installed a home generator for us two years ago. It was explained to the salesman and the person that came out to review the job that we had a solar edge solar panels with batteries that was connected to the grid and that the batteries powered the house first before switching to the grid when there was no sun. Everyone from the company assured us that they knew how to install the generator. They wired it without connecting to the solar panel control box. It has not powered the house since it was installed because the generator can sense the power in the batteries which are not allowed to go below 10% as not to ruin them. Hurricane solutions has refused to fix the problems they created. I spent over a year contacting them dozens of times with them about their improper installation with no results. They have shown that they will not fix problems that they have created due to their ignorance on how to install a generator into a modern solar system. Dennis F. "

Dennis F on November 2025


"Very professional from the first phone call all the way through to completing the job at hand. Would definitely recommend. Job well done."

Will D on December 2025

Powering your world, building your future. Experts in electrical solutions and construction services.

"Very professional from the first phone call all the way through to completing the job at hand. Would definitely recommend. Job well done."

Will D on December 2025


VSG Power, Inc

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VSG Power, Inc

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

Electrical Contractor that specializes in Solar Panel systems, Battery Storage systems, Generators, Electric Vehicle Chargers, and Commercial Contracting. We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Outstanding work crew. Replaced every outlet and upgraded my service to 200amp and all the work shows how to be proud of oneâ s work with such perfection and professionalism. If you want something done right the first time call these guys."

John W on November 2023

Electrical Contractor that specializes in Solar Panel systems, Battery Storage systems, Generators, Electric Vehicle Chargers, and Commercial Contracting. We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Outstanding work crew. Replaced every outlet and upgraded my service to 200amp and all the work shows how to be proud of oneâ s work with such perfection and professionalism. If you want something done right the first time call these guys."

John W on November 2023


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Power Play Electrical Contractors LLC

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Power Play Electrical Contractors LLC

4.98(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Power Play Electrical Contractors provides high quality residential electrical installations, repairs and troubleshooting. Locally owned and operated, a licensed Master Electrician will do your work, not a technician. When you call us, the owner of the business will take your call personally to discuss your problem and give suggestions. Rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau. We accept cash, credit cards and checks, and we never accept money up-front.

"Mark was incredibly responsive over phone and email. He provided an itemized estimate and even when a few surprises popped up during the work, he did not charge us more. Mark replaced a number of indoor and outdoor lighting fixtures, including the removal of two ceiling fans. He also replaced two bathroom fans. One of the integrated LED lights we had purchased ended up being a dud. Once we bought a replacement, Mark offered to stop by to install it free of charge, even though the bad light was not his fault (we had purchased it on our own). My wife and I were incredibly impressed with this gesture. Mark is a really nice guy and very professional. We plan to refer our friends and family to Power Play Electric. We highly recommend!"

Jonathan C on June 2018

Power Play Electrical Contractors provides high quality residential electrical installations, repairs and troubleshooting. Locally owned and operated, a licensed Master Electrician will do your work, not a technician. When you call us, the owner of the business will take your call personally to discuss your problem and give suggestions. Rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau. We accept cash, credit cards and checks, and we never accept money up-front.

"Mark was incredibly responsive over phone and email. He provided an itemized estimate and even when a few surprises popped up during the work, he did not charge us more. Mark replaced a number of indoor and outdoor lighting fixtures, including the removal of two ceiling fans. He also replaced two bathroom fans. One of the integrated LED lights we had purchased ended up being a dud. Once we bought a replacement, Mark offered to stop by to install it free of charge, even though the bad light was not his fault (we had purchased it on our own). My wife and I were incredibly impressed with this gesture. Mark is a really nice guy and very professional. We plan to refer our friends and family to Power Play Electric. We highly recommend!"

Jonathan C on June 2018

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

No, you shouldn’t use an extension cord to plug a generator directly into your home without using a transfer switch. That’s because systems like pumps and HVAC fans need a steady power source that might not be available directly from your generator alone. If you bypass the circuit breaker box, you risk damaging your electrical system, creating a risk of electrical fire or electrical shock to you or any workers repairing lines on your local electrical grid.

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

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. 

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home

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