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Avatar for J. M. Reist Electrical, LLC

J. M. Reist Electrical, LLC

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J. M. Reist Electrical, LLC

4.82(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

We are a fully insured, residential and commercial electrical service and repair company. Whether you're in need of a switch replacement, recessed lighting or whole home rewire, know you're in good hands. Feel free to contact for a consultation. Call 717-379-7958! I am more than happy to meet with you and discuss your project today!

"Installed panel box then worked on another issue that arose."

Debra C on February 2020

We are a fully insured, residential and commercial electrical service and repair company. Whether you're in need of a switch replacement, recessed lighting or whole home rewire, know you're in good hands. Feel free to contact for a consultation. Call 717-379-7958! I am more than happy to meet with you and discuss your project today!

"Installed panel box then worked on another issue that arose."

Debra C on February 2020


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Wire Wizard, LLC

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Wire Wizard, LLC

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

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. 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!

"Hoover Electric is fantastic!!! Their work is top-notch - professional, courteous, prompt, and an excellent job."

Nancy D on October 2024

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. 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!

"Hoover Electric is fantastic!!! Their work is top-notch - professional, courteous, prompt, and an excellent job."

Nancy D on October 2024


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Shaun Ford Electric, LLC

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Shaun Ford Electric, LLC

4.66(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Shaun Ford Electric, 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 30 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. Estimates provided free within a 20 mile radius. Diagnostic fee of $35 outside of area. Fee reimbursed in estimate if hired. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Quick estimate, quick to come get work done. Always keeping you in the loop - such as if they may be running late or need to change some things."

Alyssa P on September 2024

Shaun Ford Electric, 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 30 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. Estimates provided free within a 20 mile radius. Diagnostic fee of $35 outside of area. Fee reimbursed in estimate if hired. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Quick estimate, quick to come get work done. Always keeping you in the loop - such as if they may be running late or need to change some things."

Alyssa P on September 2024


"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.

"No comments."

James B on June 2019


Berg Electric

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Berg Electric

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

We are full service commercial and residential electrical contractor. Call us to handle all of your wiring, lighting and panel upgrade needs. We can connect generators as well. Contact us today and put us to work for you!

"Professional, quick, and flexible."

Megan I on April 2024

We are full service commercial and residential electrical contractor. Call us to handle all of your wiring, lighting and panel upgrade needs. We can connect generators as well. Contact us today and put us to work for you!

"Professional, quick, and flexible."

Megan I on April 2024


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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
199 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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Freedom Electrical LLC

4.97(
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Freedom Electrical LLC

4.97(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
89 local quotes requested

Freedom Electrical LLC 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 10 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!

"Finished job (installing 2 ceiling fans where there wasn’t any previous overhead wiring) came in under the estimate by $700 since no drywall repair was required. "

Heather B on June 2025

Freedom Electrical LLC 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 10 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!

"Finished job (installing 2 ceiling fans where there wasn’t any previous overhead wiring) came in under the estimate by $700 since no drywall repair was required. "

Heather B on June 2025


"GREAT!!!!!! Excellent service, very professional, on time and honest!!! I will be using their service again."

Raychon R on October 2025

10 Years Of Experience. Provides Exceptional & Guaranteed Residential Work. Put Clients Needs First Before Anything. www.jaelectricllc.net

"GREAT!!!!!! Excellent service, very professional, on time and honest!!! I will be using their service again."

Raychon R on October 2025


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York Electrical Services

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York Electrical Services

5.00(
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35 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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R.L. Snelbecker, Inc.

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R.L. Snelbecker, Inc.

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 local quotes requested

Here at R.L. Snelbecker, Inc., we sustain our business on quality and integrity. We are experts in our trade, and committed to quality from beginning to end of your project. We look forward to earning your business. Call us anytime with any questions you may have. Thanks for your time and have a great day.

"When I first signed up on Home Advisor . I didn't know what to expect. The gentleman that called me was very friendly . I explain the situation to him and he had someone at my place within hours. The did everything that needed to be done. They came back up the next day to complete the job. I highly recommend the company to everyone,"

Lynne K on June 2018

Here at R.L. Snelbecker, Inc., we sustain our business on quality and integrity. We are experts in our trade, and committed to quality from beginning to end of your project. We look forward to earning your business. Call us anytime with any questions you may have. Thanks for your time and have a great day.

"When I first signed up on Home Advisor . I didn't know what to expect. The gentleman that called me was very friendly . I explain the situation to him and he had someone at my place within hours. The did everything that needed to be done. They came back up the next day to complete the job. I highly recommend the company to everyone,"

Lynne K on June 2018

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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. 

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

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.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.

The York Springs, PA homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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