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Romeo's Service

4.50(
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Romeo's Service

4.50(
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Customers say: True professional
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With 2 years of experience, Romeo's Service committed to excellence 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. Call us today!

"Hard workers but sometimes seemed to bog down."

Anthony T on March 2025

With 2 years of experience, Romeo's Service committed to excellence 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. Call us today!

"Hard workers but sometimes seemed to bog down."

Anthony T on March 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


"They were excellent. I had some scheduling difficulties on my end and even though they are very busy they were able to make my schedule work. I highly recommend them."

Jeff A on July 2022

At Marlock Electric, Inc., customer satisfaction is our top priority. Serving the New York area for 23 years, our experience ensures any job we do matches your vision. If you are looking for the best electrician in town, give us a call today!

"They were excellent. I had some scheduling difficulties on my end and even though they are very busy they were able to make my schedule work. I highly recommend them."

Jeff A on July 2022


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Donohue's Lightning Rods

4.89(
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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
106 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


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Reid McMichael

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Reid McMichael

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Reid added 3 additional electrical outlets and a closet light to our 7 year old house. One outlet and the closet light were a bit challenging, but not a problem for him. Timely, courteous, and reasonable - I have already recommended his services to our road neighbors should they ever require electrical work."

KENNETH L on August 2025

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Reid added 3 additional electrical outlets and a closet light to our 7 year old house. One outlet and the closet light were a bit challenging, but not a problem for him. Timely, courteous, and reasonable - I have already recommended his services to our road neighbors should they ever require electrical work."

KENNETH L on August 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


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Upstate Power Systems

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Upstate Power Systems

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Emergency services offered

Upstate Power Systems is an authorized Generac dealer who specializes in the installation, maintenance and repair of residential automatic generators. Serving Rochester, the finger lakes and surrounding areas. Call us at 585-880-5802 or visit our website www.Upstatepower.net

Upstate Power Systems is an authorized Generac dealer who specializes in the installation, maintenance and repair of residential automatic generators. Serving Rochester, the finger lakes and surrounding areas. Call us at 585-880-5802 or visit our website www.Upstatepower.net


Finger Lakes Best Choice Home Inspections, LLC

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Finger Lakes Best Choice Home Inspections, LLC

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

Finger Lakes Best Choice Home Inspections is your first and best choice for getting your current or future home inspected. Don't make the mistake of buying a home as is without getting an inspection done first. You can expect to receive great competitive rates, as well as a detailed report depicting every facet of your the property being inspected. I also provide other services upon request. I am a NYSHIC graduate from right here in the Rochester area, fully licensed and insured in the state of New York, and I am also a credited member of ASHI, the American Society of Home Inspectors. FLBCHI is also involved in Generator Maintenance and Installs. Emergency Services are available. Please call the number provided to schedule an appt for your home's generators needs.

"Brian was great, he was accommodating and followed up in a timely manner. He answered all my questions and took the time to provide details and rationales in his responses. His report was thorough and indicated issues that required immediate attention and those which need to be attended to over time. I would definitely recommend Brian and his colleague."

Natalie L on September 2022

Finger Lakes Best Choice Home Inspections is your first and best choice for getting your current or future home inspected. Don't make the mistake of buying a home as is without getting an inspection done first. You can expect to receive great competitive rates, as well as a detailed report depicting every facet of your the property being inspected. I also provide other services upon request. I am a NYSHIC graduate from right here in the Rochester area, fully licensed and insured in the state of New York, and I am also a credited member of ASHI, the American Society of Home Inspectors. FLBCHI is also involved in Generator Maintenance and Installs. Emergency Services are available. Please call the number provided to schedule an appt for your home's generators needs.

"Brian was great, he was accommodating and followed up in a timely manner. He answered all my questions and took the time to provide details and rationales in his responses. His report was thorough and indicated issues that required immediate attention and those which need to be attended to over time. I would definitely recommend Brian and his colleague."

Natalie L on September 2022


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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages at $5,200, but costs can range from $1,500 to $8,900, depending on the type and size of the generator, and the labor required to install it. To find the best deal while still ensuring the unit meets all the needs of your household, hire an electrician to calculate the electrical load of your must-have appliances and electronics beforehand so you don’t pay for more power than you need. As always, be sure to get at least three quotes to find the ideal fit for your needs and budget.

If you’re wondering whether gas generators produce carbon monoxide, know that natural gas generators do not produce carbon monoxide if they are functioning properly, as natural gas burns cleanly. However, if the generator malfunctions and the gas does not burn completely, there is potential for carbon dioxide to be produced. To prevent malfunctions, it's crucial to perform regular maintenance, including running the generator weekly and scheduling professional inspections every 6 to 12 months. Also, be sure to test your carbon monoxide detectors regularly to ensure they function in the rare case of the generator producing carbon monoxide.

No, you cannot plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your home. Plugging in a generator without an interlocking kit, extension cord, or wall outlet receptacle is incredibly dangerous and can cause back-feeding—power from the generator back-feeds into utility lines. Also, if the main power comes back on while your generator is on, it could damage the generator and cause a house fire.

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.

Energy output depends on turbine size, average wind speed at your site, and system efficiency. A 5 kW turbine in a good wind location can generate 8,000 to 12,000 kilowatt-hours per year, which may cover a large portion of an average home’s needs. Accurate output estimates require a professional wind assessment and a review of your household’s energy usage patterns.

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