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RS Lightning Protection

4.95(
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RS Lightning Protection

4.95(
70
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Approved Pro
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


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Cincy House Remodeling, LLC

4.94(
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Cincy House Remodeling, LLC

4.94(
45
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Cincy House Remodeling is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations.

"Ty was skillful, professional & respectful by asking good questions. Very pro customer service. He also was very neat & cleaned up every job."

Ginny R on December 2025

Cincy House Remodeling is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations.

"Ty was skillful, professional & respectful by asking good questions. Very pro customer service. He also was very neat & cleaned up every job."

Ginny R on December 2025


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United Plumbing & Electric

4.83(
115
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United Plumbing & Electric

4.83(
115
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
19 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

"The guys were on time quick and very professional plan on having them do more work to my home very satisfied"

Steve J on December 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!

"The guys were on time quick and very professional plan on having them do more work to my home very satisfied"

Steve J 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(
297
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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


Mapp and Smith Electrical Service, LLC

4.79(
87
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Mapp and Smith Electrical Service, LLC

4.79(
87
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Mapp and Smith Electrical Service, LLC is your trusted source for all your electrical needs. We pride ourselves on being punctual, professional and above all else, your satisfaction through quality. If you want your project to be done right the first time and stand the test of time, do yourself a favor and give us a call, today!

"Was the only one who would actually come over and give a free estimate. Mike is easy to do business with, reasonably priced. Will work in the future most likely"

Alex K on October 2023

Mapp and Smith Electrical Service, LLC is your trusted source for all your electrical needs. We pride ourselves on being punctual, professional and above all else, your satisfaction through quality. If you want your project to be done right the first time and stand the test of time, do yourself a favor and give us a call, today!

"Was the only one who would actually come over and give a free estimate. Mike is easy to do business with, reasonably priced. Will work in the future most likely"

Alex K on October 2023


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AJ Electric and Handyman Services

4.95(
21
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AJ Electric and Handyman Services

4.95(
21
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 8 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman and electrical work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"AJ was extremely professional. I would recommend without hesitation."

bill R on December 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 8 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman and electrical work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"AJ was extremely professional. I would recommend without hesitation."

bill R on December 2025


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YEP! Electric LLC

5.00(
16
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YEP! Electric LLC

5.00(
16
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at YEP! Electric LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"I lost power to half my house. He was able to come out the next day and fix my problem. He was professional and friendly and got the job done quickly."

Justin M on December 2025

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at YEP! Electric LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"I lost power to half my house. He was able to come out the next day and fix my problem. He was professional and friendly and got the job done quickly."

Justin M on December 2025


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AFW Electric LLC

4.79(
31
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AFW Electric LLC

4.79(
31
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

With over 11 years of experience in the electrical field AFW Electric LLC is definitely the company you want to use for all your electrical needs. WE pride our self in customer satisfaction. We DO NOT do free estimates, a $50 trip fee is charged to do estimates, which would be applied to the project total should you decide to hire us for your project.

"Is a competent electrician and arrives on time, but will not respond to requests for information after the job is done. Be sure you get what you need (such as receipts) prior to payment. "

Mary S on September 2025

With over 11 years of experience in the electrical field AFW Electric LLC is definitely the company you want to use for all your electrical needs. WE pride our self in customer satisfaction. We DO NOT do free estimates, a $50 trip fee is charged to do estimates, which would be applied to the project total should you decide to hire us for your project.

"Is a competent electrician and arrives on time, but will not respond to requests for information after the job is done. Be sure you get what you need (such as receipts) prior to payment. "

Mary S on September 2025


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Electricmasters, Inc.

4.66(
355
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Electricmasters, Inc.

4.66(
355
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
33 years of experience

Electricmasters, Inc., is a fully licensed and insured electrical company serving the Greater Cincinnati area. We provide professional electrical services for both home and business. We also can help you with any of the following projects: Service Upgrades, Sunken Meter Base repairs, Swimming pool/spa wiring, Update lighting, Move/add receptacles, Small remodeling projects. ElectricMasters is also an authorized Generac Generator installer. We do offer free quotes so please call and ElectricMasters will be happy to help you with your electrical needs!

"Dave called ahead to let us know when he would arrive. Gave us a quote before starting. Quickly identified the source of our problem and even already had the parts he needed with him. Problem fixed quickly for exactly the quoted price. Very friendly and professional. Would definitely hire again."

Mary B on May 2025

Electricmasters, Inc., is a fully licensed and insured electrical company serving the Greater Cincinnati area. We provide professional electrical services for both home and business. We also can help you with any of the following projects: Service Upgrades, Sunken Meter Base repairs, Swimming pool/spa wiring, Update lighting, Move/add receptacles, Small remodeling projects. ElectricMasters is also an authorized Generac Generator installer. We do offer free quotes so please call and ElectricMasters will be happy to help you with your electrical needs!

"Dave called ahead to let us know when he would arrive. Gave us a quote before starting. Quickly identified the source of our problem and even already had the parts he needed with him. Problem fixed quickly for exactly the quoted price. Very friendly and professional. Would definitely hire again."

Mary B on May 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

Whole-house generators can last 20 to 40 years with normal operation and proper maintenance. If you look up the specifications for your generator, you may be able to find a lifespan rated in hours of operation. Life expectancy will vary depending on how often and for how long you use the generator each year. Choosing a fuel with low impact like natural gas or diesel can help generators last as long as possible.

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

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