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ElectricMasters
4.6(
65
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Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did not use their service, however, they responded quickly to the Angie's List request for providers and gave an instant quote on site performing the estimate. Others, providers took up to two weeks for a final estimate. Very professional presentation and is a top rated service provider for their represented generator brand. Would consider them on future and/or add-on products based on my experience and their good ratings."
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+19

Response time1 day
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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RS Lightning Protection
4.9(
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Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They reattached existing lightning rods after new roof was installed. Quick response. Quality work done in a timely manner. I highly recommend RS Lightning Protection for repairs, reinstall or new installation."
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New home
Storage building
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Grain lake system

+12

Response time3 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Raiden Electric, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We called Michael after hours on Thursday and got an appointment the next day. He called an hour before arrival and was right on time. He quickly fixed our problem. Great rates great service and superb work performed. I would recommend Raiden Electric to anyone."
Solar Panels on roof
Commercial pipe runs
EV Chargers By Raiden Electric
Stable power
Tesla Wall Charger and Panel

+49

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Dylan's Electric
5.0(
19
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Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dylan did an amazing job installing a new subpanel and wiring up a new addition, everything was extremely neat and he always left things clean. Highly recommended!"
Sub-Panel rough-in
Ceiling Rough-In
Wall rough-in
Finished Livingroom
Finished Kitchen

+3

Response time2 hrs
Response rate92%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cincy House Remodeling, LLC
5.0(
50
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Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ty was quick, extremely accommodating, professional and efficient. He even helped me get the correct light installation for my hallway when I inadvertently bought an incorrect one. He quickly installed a new ceiling kitchen fan/light and a hallway ceiling light. Absolutely recommend!"
New Recessed Lighting Install
Exterior Lights
Interior Recessed Lights
Interior Recessed Lights
Exterior Lights

+21

Response time4 hrs
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

If you’re deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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