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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
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Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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"WB Lightning is focused on customer service. The company provided good communication and responded very quickly to my inquiry for a quote. WB Lightning is a respected company, I had another electrical service provider tell me I made a good choice when I hired WB Lightning Rods."
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+79

Response time1 day
81 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Hurricane Home Solutions Southern Tier, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

"Workmenship was of good quality workman were knowlagable friendly and very neat they were on time My only complaint in that communication with the office staff was poor it seamed like they told you what you wanted to hear not what was actually happening also we ordered the generator in may (was scheduled for august install) and it was not untill october when instillation was done the product itself is of good quality and has been working as it should we so do had an electric upgrade done"
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Champion Automatic Transfer Switch
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+42

Response time12 hrs
Response rate86%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair
4.2(
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Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"Diagnosed the issue as electrical. Will need to get electrician in to see where the problem is between the fuse box and the dishwasher."
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+2

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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.\n\nFrom 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.\n\nAt 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 Hurricane Team is committed to seeing your project through from start to finish.
All our installations include an Automatic Transfer Switch, which allows your home generator to automatically startup during a power outage.
Our Standby Generator installations include all gas and electric work required.
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Sanner Electric
New to Angi

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With over 40 years serving Chenango, Madison, and Broome counties, Sanner Electric is your trusted electrical contractor for all your residential or commercial rewiring, upgrades, or generator installation needs. We've successfully wired entire brand new homes, additions to homes, and remodels. We also take regular calls to install or repair outlets and fixtures.

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American Electrical Standard
4.9(
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Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"American Electrical Standard and Matt was highly recommended by the pool company that we purchased our pool. They are professional, safe, skilled and great communicators. We could not be any happier with how it came out, that we already have our next project (pool heater) lined up. We recommend American Electrical Standard and Matt. They have become our go-to company for our electrical needs."
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Epic Backyard
Blue Building

+50

Response time3 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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SECTOR7EVEN CONTRACTORS
5.0(
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Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were called on a Sunday, because we had no power upstairs. They came less than 2 hours after calling, and fixed our wiring issues! They were prompt, courteous, and very polite. I will DEFINITELY refer family and friends to New Beverly Electrical! Thank you for your hard work guys!!!!"
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

GFCI outlets should be clearly labeled with LINE and LOAD labels, with arrows leading to the proper terminals. The line terminals are typically at the top, and the load terminals are typically at the bottom.

Yes, a whole-house surge protector needs a designated breaker in your electrical panel. You will need to choose a double pole breaker that has two wire terminals so that your surge protector can connect to the breaker. This breaker needs two breaker slots inside of your panel. If you do not have room, then you will either need to adjust some of the existing breakers in the panel box or hire an electrician to install a subpanel.

First, check the current electrical code in your area to ensure spaces you’re considering meet the requirements. After that, your outlet’s location is up to you. If you’re moving it to hide wiring, you may want to move it in a spot that will also be hidden from view, such as behind a media center or table. As long as you meet the spacing guidelines set by electrical codes, you should be able to pick any spot in your home for an outlet. 

The best light switch is user dependent. What works for one person might not work for another. Someone looking to ward off burglars may choose to install proximity light switches or anti-vandal switches, while someone who simply wants to find the switch in the bathroom without using a nightlight may prefer an illuminated light switch. Consider the location of your light switch and the features you want to help you decide on the right light switch for your home.

While it’s not mandatory unless you’re purchasing a home, it is important to schedule regular home electrical inspections for safety and to maintain your house’s value. Inspections can reduce fire risk and can help save money on insurance premiums. They can also catch problems before they start, saving money on repairs down the line.

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