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Woodhyrst Inc

6105 OLD ROUTE 8
4.61(
18
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Woodhyrst Inc

6105 OLD ROUTE 8
4.61(
18
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
136 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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Renaissance Electric and Power Systems

370 Castle Shannon Blvd
4.72(
229
)
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Renaissance Electric and Power Systems

370 Castle Shannon Blvd
4.72(
229
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
68 local quotes requested
27 years of experience

We are a full-service electrical contractor providing exceptional quality and value-oriented services to residential, commercial and industrial clients of all sizes. The reason we can offer you such a great price is that we get all of our material direct from the manufacturer and as a courtesy we can pass that savings on to you! Our commitment to our clients is unsurpassed. We are easily accessible by phone and email. We recognize the value of your time, and work hard to avoid unnecessary delays. You can rely on our technicians to arrive on schedule and ensure that all work is completed in a timely manner. All of our employees have to pass a rigorous background check and are drug tested monthly through a third-party company.

"Faster than expected, addressed the issue, charged reasonable amount. Friendly service, helpful advice, just good all around."

James L on September 2025

We are a full-service electrical contractor providing exceptional quality and value-oriented services to residential, commercial and industrial clients of all sizes. The reason we can offer you such a great price is that we get all of our material direct from the manufacturer and as a courtesy we can pass that savings on to you! Our commitment to our clients is unsurpassed. We are easily accessible by phone and email. We recognize the value of your time, and work hard to avoid unnecessary delays. You can rely on our technicians to arrive on schedule and ensure that all work is completed in a timely manner. All of our employees have to pass a rigorous background check and are drug tested monthly through a third-party company.

"Faster than expected, addressed the issue, charged reasonable amount. Friendly service, helpful advice, just good all around."

James L on September 2025


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Rich the Electrician - (412) 605-2645

445 Pierina Dr
4.76(
126
)
Approved Pro

Rich the Electrician - (412) 605-2645

445 Pierina Dr
4.76(
126
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
54 local quotes requested

The Electrician has been in business since 1987. We specialize in residential electrical projects, but have the ability to handle big commercial jobs. WE DO NOT DO GENERATOR REPAIRS. We pride ourselves on providing quality work at an affordable price. No job too big or small we have a team to handle them all. Contact us for a quote today!

"Very good job by Rich and his co-worker. They were friendly and efficient. I had an electrical outlet in our master bathroom that just stopped working one day. When it did, I replaced the outlet with new components but it still did not work. So Rich spent a lot of time troubleshooting it, checking various other outlets in the bedrooms next to it, in the other upstairs bathroom, etc until he found the source of the issue, a wire worked itself loose in the electrical outlet in the powder room on the first floor - and this disrupted the power going to the outlet in the master bath. Rich also added an additional outlet we wanted in the master bathroom and replaced the security light outside with a fixture I had purchased for him to install. I would easily recommend Rich and use him again"

John D on June 2020

The Electrician has been in business since 1987. We specialize in residential electrical projects, but have the ability to handle big commercial jobs. WE DO NOT DO GENERATOR REPAIRS. We pride ourselves on providing quality work at an affordable price. No job too big or small we have a team to handle them all. Contact us for a quote today!

"Very good job by Rich and his co-worker. They were friendly and efficient. I had an electrical outlet in our master bathroom that just stopped working one day. When it did, I replaced the outlet with new components but it still did not work. So Rich spent a lot of time troubleshooting it, checking various other outlets in the bedrooms next to it, in the other upstairs bathroom, etc until he found the source of the issue, a wire worked itself loose in the electrical outlet in the powder room on the first floor - and this disrupted the power going to the outlet in the master bath. Rich also added an additional outlet we wanted in the master bathroom and replaced the security light outside with a fixture I had purchased for him to install. I would easily recommend Rich and use him again"

John D on June 2020


Goodside Electric

4.88(
65
)
Approved Pro

Goodside Electric

4.88(
65
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
66 local quotes requested

We specialize in full home re-wires. We value high levels of customer service, so for fastest response please call us directly at 412-712-2920 so we can help you with your electrical needs! License electrical contractor

"Excellent customer service, very professional, Warnie replied to my request quickly and was able to come give a quote the same day with upfront and reasonable pricing. He offered better resolution to what I was initially asking for and completed the job sooner than promised. Excellent service, will be working with Warnie for all future electrical projects."

Malikah G on December 2024

We specialize in full home re-wires. We value high levels of customer service, so for fastest response please call us directly at 412-712-2920 so we can help you with your electrical needs! License electrical contractor

"Excellent customer service, very professional, Warnie replied to my request quickly and was able to come give a quote the same day with upfront and reasonable pricing. He offered better resolution to what I was initially asking for and completed the job sooner than promised. Excellent service, will be working with Warnie for all future electrical projects."

Malikah G on December 2024


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Sinya Maintenance LLC

5831 Forward Ave 339
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro

Sinya Maintenance LLC

5831 Forward Ave 339
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
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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Scott Legacy Investments LLC

208 Onyx Street
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro

Scott Legacy Investments LLC

208 Onyx Street
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Here at Scott Legacy Investments LLC we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Call us today!

"This company is amazing. Very easy to work with very knowledgeable and experienced explained everything in detail everything in pricing very thorough and cleaned everything up after the work was done. I would highly recommend this company for any electrical work."

Angela V on August 2023

Here at Scott Legacy Investments LLC we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Call us today!

"This company is amazing. Very easy to work with very knowledgeable and experienced explained everything in detail everything in pricing very thorough and cleaned everything up after the work was done. I would highly recommend this company for any electrical work."

Angela V on August 2023


Alpha

4232 Gladstone St
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro

Alpha

4232 Gladstone St
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
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!


Fryer Energy Solutions

178 GrandView Ave
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro

Fryer Energy Solutions

178 GrandView Ave
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Fryer Energy's mission is to revolutionize this planet by introducing residential, commercial and industrial locations with “Green” technology. While at the same time keeping our emission foot print as small as possible.

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Heinz M on July 2020

Fryer Energy's mission is to revolutionize this planet by introducing residential, commercial and industrial locations with “Green” technology. While at the same time keeping our emission foot print as small as possible.

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Heinz M on July 2020


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The Margroff Company

339 Shaffer Lane
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro

The Margroff Company

339 Shaffer Lane
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
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


Oakmont Electric

5 Garfield St
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro

Oakmont Electric

5 Garfield St
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
22 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our concrete and landscaping and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our concrete and landscaping and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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 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.

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.

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

While standby generators provide essential backup power, they can fail when you need them most due to lack of maintenance, fuel supply issues, dead batteries, electrical problems, or improper installation. To avoid costly failures, professional installation and regular maintenance are crucial. Licensed technicians ensure safety, uphold warranty requirements, comply with regulations, and provide expert servicing.

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