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RS Lightning Protection

4.95(
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RS Lightning Protection

4.95(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

Here at RS Lightning Protection. The lightning protection industry has been the only thing our family has ever known 4th generation in the business when we show up to your property fully stocked with all your lightning protection needs we require no deposits until the job is totally finished and everybody is satisfied we are all about keeping everybody 100% safe during a lightning storm and we provide reasonable rates because for family-owned-and-operated just give us a call today for a free estimate and we hope that everybody has a blessed day

"Great job"

Shanna B on May 2023

Here at RS Lightning Protection. The lightning protection industry has been the only thing our family has ever known 4th generation in the business when we show up to your property fully stocked with all your lightning protection needs we require no deposits until the job is totally finished and everybody is satisfied we are all about keeping everybody 100% safe during a lightning storm and we provide reasonable rates because for family-owned-and-operated just give us a call today for a free estimate and we hope that everybody has a blessed day

"Great job"

Shanna B on May 2023


MDG Electric LLC

5.00(
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MDG Electric LLC

5.00(
27
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Super Service Award
1 years of experience

Founded in 2021, MDG Electric is a customer-focused electrical services company dedicated to providing top-quality solutions for homeowners. Whether you're building your dream home, upgrading existing systems, or need expert repairs, we are here to deliver reliable, efficient, and safe electrical services with a personal touch. As a young, dynamic company, we bring fresh ideas and modern technology to every project, ensuring your home is powered with care and precision.

"Great work , exactly what I wanted done ! Gave me options and advice, prompt, good price ! Will be calling for future projects !"

Amy I on December 2025

Founded in 2021, MDG Electric is a customer-focused electrical services company dedicated to providing top-quality solutions for homeowners. Whether you're building your dream home, upgrading existing systems, or need expert repairs, we are here to deliver reliable, efficient, and safe electrical services with a personal touch. As a young, dynamic company, we bring fresh ideas and modern technology to every project, ensuring your home is powered with care and precision.

"Great work , exactly what I wanted done ! Gave me options and advice, prompt, good price ! Will be calling for future projects !"

Amy I on December 2025


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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance

5.00(
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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance

5.00(
33
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 years of experience

We are a family owned and operated complete home repair, maintenance and remodeling company. We have over 29 years of experience in residential remodeling, repairs, maintenance and construction. We believe in and provide premium craftsmanship for all of your home needs. We are professional, trustworthy and reliable. We service the entire Tristate area.

"They came on time and did a wonderful job"

Amelia B on September 2025

We are a family owned and operated complete home repair, maintenance and remodeling company. We have over 29 years of experience in residential remodeling, repairs, maintenance and construction. We believe in and provide premium craftsmanship for all of your home needs. We are professional, trustworthy and reliable. We service the entire Tristate area.

"They came on time and did a wonderful job"

Amelia B on September 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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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 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


Schoen Electric

4.95(
22
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Schoen Electric

4.95(
22
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
Free onsite estimate

Schoen Electric is a local owned and operated residential Electric service company. With over 15 years experience! Estimates are always free! No job to small. Let's start your project today.

"I was impressed, he did an amazing job. I will be working with him on other projects as well."

Dana B on November 2025

Schoen Electric is a local owned and operated residential Electric service company. With over 15 years experience! Estimates are always free! No job to small. Let's start your project today.

"I was impressed, he did an amazing job. I will be working with him on other projects as well."

Dana B on November 2025


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Mid America Lightning Protection

4.74(
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Mid America Lightning Protection

4.74(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
56 years of experience

We have over 40 years of experience in the business. At Mid America Lightning Protection, 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! We are not an electrical company; we do lightning protection and work with lighting rods.

"Remarkable service! He arrived when he said he would. Completed the job on time. Highly recommend recommend."

Keith H on November 2025

We have over 40 years of experience in the business. At Mid America Lightning Protection, 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! We are not an electrical company; we do lightning protection and work with lighting rods.

"Remarkable service! He arrived when he said he would. Completed the job on time. Highly recommend recommend."

Keith H on November 2025


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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance

4.97(
69
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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance

4.97(
69
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 years of experience

We are a family owned and operated business that specializes in all areas of home construction, remodeling, repairs and maintenance. If it is on,in,or around your home, “we do it and we do it right, at a fair price, guaranteed." We have been serving the Tristate area for 27 years in residential construction, remodeling, repairs and maintenance. We believe in, provide and guarantee premium craftsmanship for all of your home needs. Contact our owner Tim direct for our prompt and professional service! 1-513-926-9775

"Replaced dishwasher replaced garbage disposal. Great work great communication and on time and cleaned up afterwards very well. Will recommend and will use again."

Mike L on May 2025

We are a family owned and operated business that specializes in all areas of home construction, remodeling, repairs and maintenance. If it is on,in,or around your home, “we do it and we do it right, at a fair price, guaranteed." We have been serving the Tristate area for 27 years in residential construction, remodeling, repairs and maintenance. We believe in, provide and guarantee premium craftsmanship for all of your home needs. Contact our owner Tim direct for our prompt and professional service! 1-513-926-9775

"Replaced dishwasher replaced garbage disposal. Great work great communication and on time and cleaned up afterwards very well. Will recommend and will use again."

Mike L on May 2025


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Mister Sparky of Dayton

5.00(
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Mister Sparky of Dayton

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

Mister Sparky of Dayton is locally owned and operated out of Englewood, OH. We are dedicated to our craft and we take exceptional care of our customers. We provide our customers with: peace of mind that comes from real trust and confidence. Our electricians are all highly trained, skilled, licensed, background checked, and insured. Additionally, our work is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. When our customers need electrical repairs, installation, or maintenance, they know all they have to do is pick up the phone, we will take care of the rest! We also offer a 10% Discount to Veteran and Military customers. **We offer financing! Click to get preapproved for your next project! https://wisetack.us/#/k2q9ygh/prequalify

"Shawn was professional and fantastic! Clean up behind himself. Listen to our wants and excited exactly what we wanted. I am very pleased with Mister Sparky Electrical Company. Thank you Shawn!!!"

LaRosa S on March 2025

Mister Sparky of Dayton is locally owned and operated out of Englewood, OH. We are dedicated to our craft and we take exceptional care of our customers. We provide our customers with: peace of mind that comes from real trust and confidence. Our electricians are all highly trained, skilled, licensed, background checked, and insured. Additionally, our work is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. When our customers need electrical repairs, installation, or maintenance, they know all they have to do is pick up the phone, we will take care of the rest! We also offer a 10% Discount to Veteran and Military customers. **We offer financing! Click to get preapproved for your next project! https://wisetack.us/#/k2q9ygh/prequalify

"Shawn was professional and fantastic! Clean up behind himself. Listen to our wants and excited exactly what we wanted. I am very pleased with Mister Sparky Electrical Company. Thank you Shawn!!!"

LaRosa S on March 2025


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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods

5.00(
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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
61 years of experience

With more than 30 yrs of experience, Hamilton Lightning Protection is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"He was on time and has a great work ethic. His workers were hard workers and did a great job."

Monte B on September 2022

With more than 30 yrs of experience, Hamilton Lightning Protection is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"He was on time and has a great work ethic. His workers were hard workers and did a great job."

Monte B on September 2022


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Brading Electric

5.00(
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Brading Electric

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

We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial low voltage electrical projects We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction

"They were very nice and got the job done in no time"

Richard M on March 2024

We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial low voltage electrical projects We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction

"They were very nice and got the job done in no time"

Richard M on March 2024

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.

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.

Generator size requirements vary wildly among properties, but typical generator sizes are listed below based on home square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20kW+

Unfortunately, home square footage isn’t always a good indicator of generator size requirements. Instead, you should call in a professional to discuss which items in your home you’d like to run via your generator. They can calculate peak and average consumption for those items and then size your generator appropriately for optimal performance.

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.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

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