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Champion Electrical Services Inc
5.0(
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Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jason, has been an important resource for us over the last 7 years as we have renovated 2 old homes. Panel upgrades, wiring, appliance installation, stand by generator installation, electrical inspections etc. etc. He and his firm are very trustworthy, professional and skilled."
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Response time1 day
120 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kelco Electric Inc
4.7(
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Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kelco Electric was awesome!! I needed my above ground pool grounded!! They were very responsive. Chris came out to give me a quote very quickly. The following week Eric & Nathan came out and completed the work with so much professionalism and they were so pleasant! I appreciate the work they did especially on such a hot day!! I am excited to use my swimming pool!! Thank you so much!!"
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Botelho & Sons Electric
5.0(
46
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Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ryan came out next day gave a very reasonable price, had fan in bathroom installed today, very professional and pleasant, also reasonable price, the person he worked with was also professional and pleasant. Would highly recommend him for any electrical work that needs to be done"
Response time9 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by4%of homeowners
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S & S ELECTRIC
4.7(
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Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"S & S Electric did a fantastic job. They were friendly, knowledgeable, efficient and their price was better than all competitors'. They cleaned up after themselves, they did some extra work without trying to nickel and dime me. I am very happy with the work they performed and will gladly use them again."
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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NEC Electric
4.4(
259
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Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jay and his team did an outstanding job installing 220V and 110V receptacles for a new washer/dryer installation. Clean neat work without making holed in ceiling or walls for snaking! Work done as scheduled and on time!"
EV Charger Install
Exterior Service Upgrade
Decorative Lighting Install
66 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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PAR HOLDINGS LLC
5.0(
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Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dennis is the absolute best! I recently had a bathroom vanity installed, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The entire process was smooth from start to finish. Dennis was professional, punctual, and clearly skilled at his craft. Dennis paid great attention to detail, ensuring the vanity was perfectly aligned, securely fitted, and seamlessly connected to the plumbing. The workspace was kept clean throughout the project, and everything was thoroughly cleaned up afterward. The finished vanity looks fantastic and has completely elevated the look and functionality of my bathroom. I truly appreciate the quality workmanship and would highly recommend Dennis to anyone looking for someone reliable and efficient."
Dishwasher Install
Dishwasher Install
Replace Rang Hood
Replace Range Hood
Kitchen Sink

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32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cox Electric, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everyone we dealt with was friendly, responsive and knowledgeable. From our initial call to explore a generator through purchasing and installation, everyone at COX demonstrated exceptional and timely customer service. Their experienced team of technicians were there on time when they said theyâ d be there. They provided timely notifications and clearly communicated throughout every step of the installation process. We were impressed with their work ethic and the results."
Generac Installation
Wood surround
Block surround
Response time2 days
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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K3 Electric LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We recently hired this electrical company to install can lights and two electrical outlets in our office, and they did an excellent job. The team was professional, arrived on time, and completed the work efficiently with great attention to detail. Their pricing was very reasonable, and the quality of the work exceeded our expectations. Everything was clean and working perfectly when they finished. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and professional electrical work."
Response time10 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

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.

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

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