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Last update on November 14, 2025

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Avatar for Power Man Electric, Inc.

Power Man Electric, Inc.

4.95(
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Power Man Electric, Inc.

4.95(
37
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
65 local quotes requested

⚡️Power Man Electric Inc⚡️ Specializing in ALL residential electrical needs. 25 yrs + experience.

"Experienced great job timely manner, polite work hard and efficient Prices are great & truly worked with my family especially with the holidays passing didn't know how I would manage it all but He truly helped us get threw it !! Great company"

Catherine A on January 2025

⚡️Power Man Electric Inc⚡️ Specializing in ALL residential electrical needs. 25 yrs + experience.

"Experienced great job timely manner, polite work hard and efficient Prices are great & truly worked with my family especially with the holidays passing didn't know how I would manage it all but He truly helped us get threw it !! Great company"

Catherine A on January 2025

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Cocalico Electric, LLC

5.00(
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Cocalico Electric, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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.

"Cam to see the job same day gave me a amazing price and are doing the job today and so far the work looks great"

David B on January 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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.

"Cam to see the job same day gave me a amazing price and are doing the job today and so far the work looks great"

David B on January 2024

Ollie's Electric & Home Improvement

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Ollie's Electric & Home Improvement

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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

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James Fox Electrical, LLC

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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

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Holderman Homes, LLC

5.00(
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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

4.36(
7
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SHC Contracting

4.36(
7
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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.

5.00(
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Desa Communications, Inc.

5.00(
1
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•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

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JCS Low Voltage LLC

4.99(
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JCS Low Voltage LLC

4.99(
47
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
60 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

With 25 years of experience, JCS Low Voltage LLC is here to help! We offer a variety of low voltage services. We are based out of the Shillington, PA area. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!

"Juan did an outstanding job and was every bit of professional. We had a fairly complicated TV installment which required moving one TV from our family room up to our third floor and then installing an 85 inch in our family room. Juan took his time, got the right materials, and was very respectful. I will hire him again if the need arises and highly recommend him. "

Richard M on November 2025

With 25 years of experience, JCS Low Voltage LLC is here to help! We offer a variety of low voltage services. We are based out of the Shillington, PA area. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!

"Juan did an outstanding job and was every bit of professional. We had a fairly complicated TV installment which required moving one TV from our family room up to our third floor and then installing an 85 inch in our family room. Juan took his time, got the right materials, and was very respectful. I will hire him again if the need arises and highly recommend him. "

Richard M on November 2025

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Mr. Electric Of Lancaster County

4.85(
96
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Mr. Electric Of Lancaster County

4.85(
96
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
59 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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York Electrical Services

5.00(
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York Electrical Services

5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro
34 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

Specializing in residential and commercial electrical solutions, York Electrical Services provides reliable, high-quality work that is tailored to fit your needs. Our licensed electricians can assist with wiring, custom lighting projects, generator and solar panel installation and electric vehicle chargers as well as routine maintenance, troubleshooting and 24/7 emergency repairs. No matter the size of your home, project or problem, we've got you covered with exceptional service backed by a commitment to safety, energy efficiency and unmatched customer satisfaction. Financing options are available for large projects and discounts may also be available for new and existing customers. We are locally Veteran-owned and operated and your only Briggs & Stratton Certified Dealer/Installer in the York area. Contact us today for service you can depend on! EMERGENCY SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY, YEAR-ROUND.

Specializing in residential and commercial electrical solutions, York Electrical Services provides reliable, high-quality work that is tailored to fit your needs. Our licensed electricians can assist with wiring, custom lighting projects, generator and solar panel installation and electric vehicle chargers as well as routine maintenance, troubleshooting and 24/7 emergency repairs. No matter the size of your home, project or problem, we've got you covered with exceptional service backed by a commitment to safety, energy efficiency and unmatched customer satisfaction. Financing options are available for large projects and discounts may also be available for new and existing customers. We are locally Veteran-owned and operated and your only Briggs & Stratton Certified Dealer/Installer in the York area. Contact us today for service you can depend on! EMERGENCY SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY, YEAR-ROUND.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

Yes, installing a generator usually increases your property value because buyers are getting the added peace of mind knowing they’ll be able to maintain power through blackouts. In most cases, you should see close to a 100% return on investment (ROI). Keep in mind that home generators usually need a permanent foundation, and installing a concrete slab will likely raise your property taxes slightly.

Potential benefits of using a natural gas generator include reducing your carbon footprint, lower likelihood of carbon monoxide exposure, budget-friendly operating costs, and low-maintenance, continuous fuel supply. Some possible drawbacks, though, include higher initial installation costs, dependency on a natural gas supply, and installation complexity. Keep in mind that pros and cons will vary based on the type and brand of natural gas generator. 

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