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"They failed to show up for an appointment they scheduled with me. They didn't call to cancel or reschedule and didn't respond to the voicemail message I left for them about their failure to show up."

Ray A on June 2025

The Electrical Company LLC specializes in Electrical Service Replacement/ New Installs of main Panel, Home Rough in's, Remodels, Electric Vehicle chargers and more.

"They failed to show up for an appointment they scheduled with me. They didn't call to cancel or reschedule and didn't respond to the voicemail message I left for them about their failure to show up."

Ray A on June 2025


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Sinya Maintenance LLC

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Sinya Maintenance LLC

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Customers say: Quality work
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

I can save you a bunch of money if you contact me directly. Angi charges a fortune for your lead, which I have to turn around and charge you, plus all the jobs I didn't get because their fees are so high. Call me direct. 412.559.9527. Save money.

"Steve did a fantastic job, he was on time and professional."

Michael G on January 2025

I can save you a bunch of money if you contact me directly. Angi charges a fortune for your lead, which I have to turn around and charge you, plus all the jobs I didn't get because their fees are so high. Call me direct. 412.559.9527. Save money.

"Steve did a fantastic job, he was on time and professional."

Michael G on January 2025


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Plants Electrical Services L.L.C

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Plants Electrical Services L.L.C

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Customers say: Quick response
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Plants Electrical Services L.L.C is committed to excellence in 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.

"Great work/Great price"

Annette F on November 2025

Plants Electrical Services L.L.C is committed to excellence in 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.

"Great work/Great price"

Annette F on November 2025


Alpha

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Alpha

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24 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Alpha, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 7 years of experience serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

Alpha, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 7 years of experience serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!


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The Margroff Company

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The Margroff Company

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

The Margroff Company is a full service electrical company with over 20 years of experience. We are honest, loyal and provide the best customer satisfaction int own. We pay close attention to detail and owner, Jubal, is always on site to ensue quality work. Call us for a free estimate!

"Fantastic company! They went above and beyond."

Dave P on August 2019

The Margroff Company is a full service electrical company with over 20 years of experience. We are honest, loyal and provide the best customer satisfaction int own. We pay close attention to detail and owner, Jubal, is always on site to ensue quality work. Call us for a free estimate!

"Fantastic company! They went above and beyond."

Dave P on August 2019


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W B Lightning Rods

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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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Woodhyrst Inc

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Woodhyrst Inc

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Customers say: Quality work
122 local quotes requested
52 years of experience

Founded in 1973, Woodhyrst has grown to be one of the outstanding environmental air and power solution companies. Staffed by seasoned electrical professionals, the company has accepted environmental challenges from coast to coast. Woodhyrst represents only the finest power solution manufacturers. From single unit installations to turn-key operations, the Woodhyrst professionals are prepared to meet your needs and find practical, economical residential and commercial power solutions. Woodhyrst, Inc. services all of our products that we sell. Our services include installations, repairs, and maintenance of our products. With 24/7 technical assistance, they ensure uninterrupted power for their clients. Owner Ralph Jockel and his team provide preventive and emergency maintenance services, guaranteeing reliable and efficient power solutions tailored to your needs. Contact them at 724-625-1515 or email Ralph at [email protected] for more information. Visit their website at Woodhyrst, Inc..

"We had a generator installed several years ago and very happy with it and all the service that they have done over the years."

Coney H on June 2024

Founded in 1973, Woodhyrst has grown to be one of the outstanding environmental air and power solution companies. Staffed by seasoned electrical professionals, the company has accepted environmental challenges from coast to coast. Woodhyrst represents only the finest power solution manufacturers. From single unit installations to turn-key operations, the Woodhyrst professionals are prepared to meet your needs and find practical, economical residential and commercial power solutions. Woodhyrst, Inc. services all of our products that we sell. Our services include installations, repairs, and maintenance of our products. With 24/7 technical assistance, they ensure uninterrupted power for their clients. Owner Ralph Jockel and his team provide preventive and emergency maintenance services, guaranteeing reliable and efficient power solutions tailored to your needs. Contact them at 724-625-1515 or email Ralph at [email protected] for more information. Visit their website at Woodhyrst, Inc..

"We had a generator installed several years ago and very happy with it and all the service that they have done over the years."

Coney H on June 2024


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Luminous Electric LLC

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Luminous Electric LLC

4.71(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
507 local quotes requested

Luminous Electric LLC, specializes in electrical work in Allegheny, Washington, Butler, Westmoreland, and Fayette counties. As a locally owned and operated business with over 12 years of experience, we provide quality work and prompt service. All work is guaranteed and fully insured. We handle any residential panel upgrade, switches, outlets, fixtures, tv wall mounts, fans, ev chargers, pool heater wiring, spa wiring and much more! Give us a call today! 412-652-3830

"Shane was quick and not overpriced. Did an excellent job replacing my foyet light."

Casey C on October 2025

Luminous Electric LLC, specializes in electrical work in Allegheny, Washington, Butler, Westmoreland, and Fayette counties. As a locally owned and operated business with over 12 years of experience, we provide quality work and prompt service. All work is guaranteed and fully insured. We handle any residential panel upgrade, switches, outlets, fixtures, tv wall mounts, fans, ev chargers, pool heater wiring, spa wiring and much more! Give us a call today! 412-652-3830

"Shane was quick and not overpriced. Did an excellent job replacing my foyet light."

Casey C on October 2025


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Bartolotta Contracting

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Bartolotta Contracting

4.93(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
188 local quotes requested

With over 20 professional years of plumbing and electrical experience, we are here to address all your needs. we do framing, tile, concrete, fences we specialize in Hot water heaters, tankless systems also. full bathroom remodels, we are different than most contractors, when we do a bathroom we take it down completely to studs and build a bathroom. everything behind the walls is new and replaced. the reason being is if you are spending the money to get a job done, why leave a old pipe, or a wire, or a unstable structure when all it would take is a few minutes todo it right. when contractors leave old things and don't replace everything sometimes they have call backs to fix issues we don't have call backs for issues just new jobs. , broken pipes and stacks. we do NOT UNDO TOILET or SINK CLOGS. over 20 years experience in commercial, industrial, and residential wiring services include NEW SERVICE INSTALL 60- 200 amp residential services panels, meter, ground rods whole house rewire grounding systems adding car charging stations in home all your electrical needs. handicapp lifts

"Detailed comment pending invoice agreement."

Dave D on November 2024

With over 20 professional years of plumbing and electrical experience, we are here to address all your needs. we do framing, tile, concrete, fences we specialize in Hot water heaters, tankless systems also. full bathroom remodels, we are different than most contractors, when we do a bathroom we take it down completely to studs and build a bathroom. everything behind the walls is new and replaced. the reason being is if you are spending the money to get a job done, why leave a old pipe, or a wire, or a unstable structure when all it would take is a few minutes todo it right. when contractors leave old things and don't replace everything sometimes they have call backs to fix issues we don't have call backs for issues just new jobs. , broken pipes and stacks. we do NOT UNDO TOILET or SINK CLOGS. over 20 years experience in commercial, industrial, and residential wiring services include NEW SERVICE INSTALL 60- 200 amp residential services panels, meter, ground rods whole house rewire grounding systems adding car charging stations in home all your electrical needs. handicapp lifts

"Detailed comment pending invoice agreement."

Dave D on November 2024


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Pricelight Electric Company LLC

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Pricelight Electric Company LLC

4.87(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
118 local quotes requested

Pricelight Electric is an experienced contractor. Rewire and new construction specialists. We are licensed and insured in the city of Pittsburgh and in the state of Pennsylvania. Up front pricing with a proposal to review before deciding. No hidden extras. If there are added items to the project, it will be written on an additional proposal for review and approval.

"They responded quickly and provided an estimate in a timely manner then started the job within a few days. Work was completed as promised within the timeline quoted. The team was professional, friendly and did an amazing job on my panel upgrade. Everything is neat and organized and works perfectly. I would highly recommend and use them again for future needs."

Rob D on April 2025

Pricelight Electric is an experienced contractor. Rewire and new construction specialists. We are licensed and insured in the city of Pittsburgh and in the state of Pennsylvania. Up front pricing with a proposal to review before deciding. No hidden extras. If there are added items to the project, it will be written on an additional proposal for review and approval.

"They responded quickly and provided an estimate in a timely manner then started the job within a few days. Work was completed as promised within the timeline quoted. The team was professional, friendly and did an amazing job on my panel upgrade. Everything is neat and organized and works perfectly. I would highly recommend and use them again for future needs."

Rob D on April 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

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