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Mr. Electric Of Lancaster County

131 Main St
4.82(
98
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•Approved Pro

Mr. Electric Of Lancaster County

131 Main St
4.82(
98
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
49 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

Home health begins with top-notch electric care. At Mr. Electric® of Lancaster County our electricians will make sure your space operates at its peak performance level. We will help you upgrade and improve your space, so it is more energy efficient and secure. We specialize in diagnosing, repairing and installing electrical systems for local homes and businesses in Lancaster, Ephrata and Elizabethtown. Mr. Electric of Lancaster County provides 24-hour service to Lancaster County, so you’re never left in the dark. Our friendly electricians will give professional recommendations to lighten up your life and wallet.

"I had a federal pacific panel replaced. The technician and work were professional. However, I explained to the technician that I lost power in a large section of wall. After the job was complete, I found I still didn’t have power in the wall. Now I’m being told it is a separate job and cost. An explanation before having the work done about it being a separate problem and needing additional work would have been very helpful. All I’m told now is they can come out for a service call which is $212 plus whatever the issue is. This was a miscommunication error on Mr. Electrics side. I informed the tech about the problem and there was no testing on the wall afterwards. Very disappointed."

Brandon H on March 2024

Home health begins with top-notch electric care. At Mr. Electric® of Lancaster County our electricians will make sure your space operates at its peak performance level. We will help you upgrade and improve your space, so it is more energy efficient and secure. We specialize in diagnosing, repairing and installing electrical systems for local homes and businesses in Lancaster, Ephrata and Elizabethtown. Mr. Electric of Lancaster County provides 24-hour service to Lancaster County, so you’re never left in the dark. Our friendly electricians will give professional recommendations to lighten up your life and wallet.

"I had a federal pacific panel replaced. The technician and work were professional. However, I explained to the technician that I lost power in a large section of wall. After the job was complete, I found I still didn’t have power in the wall. Now I’m being told it is a separate job and cost. An explanation before having the work done about it being a separate problem and needing additional work would have been very helpful. All I’m told now is they can come out for a service call which is $212 plus whatever the issue is. This was a miscommunication error on Mr. Electrics side. I informed the tech about the problem and there was no testing on the wall afterwards. Very disappointed."

Brandon H on March 2024

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Penn Electrical Systems and Solutions

145 Pinnacle Point Dr
4.96(
24
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•Approved Pro

Penn Electrical Systems and Solutions

145 Pinnacle Point Dr
4.96(
24
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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. Visit our website: penn-electric.com

"Kevin is bar none, the most dependable around. Communication, quality, and personability are all unmatched by his closest counterpart. Kevin is reliable and dependable and therefore, any projects that are needed in the future will be pursued through him."

Brendan T on September 2024

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. Visit our website: penn-electric.com

"Kevin is bar none, the most dependable around. Communication, quality, and personability are all unmatched by his closest counterpart. Kevin is reliable and dependable and therefore, any projects that are needed in the future will be pursued through him."

Brendan T on September 2024

Ollie's Electric & Home Improvement

1449 North 10th Street
New on AngiNew on Angi
•Approved Pro

Ollie's Electric & Home Improvement

1449 North 10th Street
New on AngiNew on Angi
•Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

James Fox Electrical, LLC

125 Fox Run Place
New on AngiNew on Angi
•Approved Pro

James Fox Electrical, LLC

125 Fox Run Place
New on AngiNew on Angi
•Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

James Fox Electrical is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

James Fox Electrical is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

Holderman Homes, LLC

1069 Horizon Drive
5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro

Holderman Homes, LLC

1069 Horizon Drive
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Bathroom and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other 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 and guarantee your satisfaction!

"He did a great job and he is a great man. Easy to work with"

Doug W on September 2022

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Bathroom and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other 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 and guarantee your satisfaction!

"He did a great job and he is a great man. Easy to work with"

Doug W on September 2022

SHC Contracting

27 W Washington St
4.36(
7
)
•Approved Pro

SHC Contracting

27 W Washington St
4.36(
7
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

SHC Contracting is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 15 years of hands on experience of engineering unique solutions to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. If you are handy and just not sure where to start, we also provide consulting services. Please feel free to contact us today! Call us directly for a faster response.

"He finished the roof but did not tell me about the error in his workmanship. He did not finish the whole work. Update 12/22/2021: He finished the roof and said he fixed the problem, he showed me how he was to complete the repairs and after it was complete the work was not done in the manner he said he would do it. A new problem was noticed with the shingles and they are overhanging on a peak of the roof and are not attached and will blow off with high winds. The second part of the job, to put two sides on the shed was not done properly, he is charging me to come out to fix it, which is ridiculous, that is why contractors put that in their estimates. He was going to come out on a Saturday but change to Friday since it was going to rain on Saturday, when he called me and by the time he arrived on the job site it would be dark, I told him I did not want him to work in the dark with a flashlight. he keeps giving me excuses on why he cannot come out on certain days for personal reasons. The job should have been completed in October, except for his constant excuses for not being able to come out. If the problems are not resolved by the end of the year I will escalate this by other means."

David W on November 2021

SHC Contracting is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 15 years of hands on experience of engineering unique solutions to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. If you are handy and just not sure where to start, we also provide consulting services. Please feel free to contact us today! Call us directly for a faster response.

"He finished the roof but did not tell me about the error in his workmanship. He did not finish the whole work. Update 12/22/2021: He finished the roof and said he fixed the problem, he showed me how he was to complete the repairs and after it was complete the work was not done in the manner he said he would do it. A new problem was noticed with the shingles and they are overhanging on a peak of the roof and are not attached and will blow off with high winds. The second part of the job, to put two sides on the shed was not done properly, he is charging me to come out to fix it, which is ridiculous, that is why contractors put that in their estimates. He was going to come out on a Saturday but change to Friday since it was going to rain on Saturday, when he called me and by the time he arrived on the job site it would be dark, I told him I did not want him to work in the dark with a flashlight. he keeps giving me excuses on why he cannot come out on certain days for personal reasons. The job should have been completed in October, except for his constant excuses for not being able to come out. If the problems are not resolved by the end of the year I will escalate this by other means."

David W on November 2021

Desa Communications, Inc.

1510 Gary St.
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro

Desa Communications, Inc.

1510 Gary St.
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 years of experience

Our goal is to ensure customer satisfaction through quality workmanship, timely repairs and neat work sites. We strive to provide the utmost professionalism, with all of our jobs being completed by our company.

"We were trying to find a new phone system that would combine two different locations. After contacting several vendors, and deciphering the best application for our needs, we happened on DESA. The pricing was the best and well within our budget. The most important part of using DESA was the support we received. They are extremely informative and guided us through the entire process. They are still available for changes and questions. We are very happy with the decision to work with this company."

Russ K on January 2019

Our goal is to ensure customer satisfaction through quality workmanship, timely repairs and neat work sites. We strive to provide the utmost professionalism, with all of our jobs being completed by our company.

"We were trying to find a new phone system that would combine two different locations. After contacting several vendors, and deciphering the best application for our needs, we happened on DESA. The pricing was the best and well within our budget. The most important part of using DESA was the support we received. They are extremely informative and guided us through the entire process. They are still available for changes and questions. We are very happy with the decision to work with this company."

Russ K on January 2019

Keith Barbour Computer Consultants

126 Aspen Avenue
New on AngiNew on Angi
•Approved Pro

Keith Barbour Computer Consultants

126 Aspen Avenue
New on AngiNew on Angi
•Approved Pro
14 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Keith Barbour Computer Consultants is committed to excellence 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.

Keith Barbour Computer Consultants is committed to excellence 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.

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Powerton Generators, Inc.

517 King Street
4.55(
11
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•Approved Pro

Powerton Generators, Inc.

517 King Street
4.55(
11
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Powerton Generators, Inc., is your source for quality and expertise in all your power generator projects. We specialize in complete generator installation for emergency power to protect your home and family. Generators and emergency power is our core business and our installers and technicians are trained to bring experience and dedication to all of your generator needs. We are located in Lebanon, PA and serve the central Pennsylvania region with generator products, service, parts, and warranty support. Please contact us.... we would be happy to hear from you!

"I had 3 different companies tell me my Generac home generator was beyond repair including Generac themselves. Brian from Powerton showed up and methodology troubleshooting the problem removed the entire engine and found then problem. He is extremely knowledgeable and persistent. Wonderful to see a highly skilled technician rather than someone who says just replace with a new one. I would highly recommend this company. If all their technicians are as skilled as Brian this place is AAA++. Thanks so much"

Mike S on February 2023

Powerton Generators, Inc., is your source for quality and expertise in all your power generator projects. We specialize in complete generator installation for emergency power to protect your home and family. Generators and emergency power is our core business and our installers and technicians are trained to bring experience and dedication to all of your generator needs. We are located in Lebanon, PA and serve the central Pennsylvania region with generator products, service, parts, and warranty support. Please contact us.... we would be happy to hear from you!

"I had 3 different companies tell me my Generac home generator was beyond repair including Generac themselves. Brian from Powerton showed up and methodology troubleshooting the problem removed the entire engine and found then problem. He is extremely knowledgeable and persistent. Wonderful to see a highly skilled technician rather than someone who says just replace with a new one. I would highly recommend this company. If all their technicians are as skilled as Brian this place is AAA++. Thanks so much"

Mike S on February 2023

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All About Media

205 York Road
4.69(
13
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All About Media

205 York Road
4.69(
13
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

All About Media has been doing business since 2007. We take pride in customer service and look forward to working with you. Call today for a free estimate.

"No comments."

James B on June 2019

All About Media has been doing business since 2007. We take pride in customer service and look forward to working with you. Call today for a free estimate.

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James B on June 2019

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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.

The typical cost of a home generator is around $5,000, but prices range from $400 up to $13,000, depending on a few factors. The most significant cost factor is the generator size, as larger generators that can support more square footage usually cost more. You can install an emergency backup generator for between $500 and $2,000 or a partial-home generator for between $2,000 and $6,500. Whole-home generators usually total between $5,000 and $13,000, with some models climbing as high as $18,000.

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

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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