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Thomas Gallant Jr Electrician Inc

Located In:
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro

Thomas Gallant Jr Electrician Inc

Located In:
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
66 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! Specializing in Electrical Services, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Incredible service from Thomas. He was incredibly professional and fast with his work. I told him I wanted recessed lighting and wires run for a projector I wanted installed. He gave me a full run down of what he planned on doing along with an expected time frame. Thomas got all the work done within just a few hours and at what I feel was a very reasonable price."

Matt C on March 2023

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! Specializing in Electrical Services, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Incredible service from Thomas. He was incredibly professional and fast with his work. I told him I wanted recessed lighting and wires run for a projector I wanted installed. He gave me a full run down of what he planned on doing along with an expected time frame. Thomas got all the work done within just a few hours and at what I feel was a very reasonable price."

Matt C on March 2023


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Cox Electric, LLC

350 Hopkins Hill Road
3.00(
2
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Cox Electric, LLC

350 Hopkins Hill Road
3.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
301 local quotes requested
14 years of experience

30+ years of experience! Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Following a home inspection I needed some odds and ends electric work done. Add 4-5 GFCI, ground a few plugs, etc. Also there were two knob and tube wires totaling under 20” in length that needed replacing. Items that most handle homeowners can do but I wasn’t allowed to because of the selling process, etc. I also needed it done within 7 days. A guy from Cox Electric came to my house to give me an estimate. (I’ll get back to that…) The guy that DID come to fix (Bill from another company) took 3 hours, did a beautiful job, and charged me $850. What was Cox Electric estimate? $3250. With materials costing under $50, this comes to over $1000/hour. While not against the law, gauging homeowners that are going through the process of selling a home is unethical."

Hanaan R on June 2025

30+ years of experience! Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Following a home inspection I needed some odds and ends electric work done. Add 4-5 GFCI, ground a few plugs, etc. Also there were two knob and tube wires totaling under 20” in length that needed replacing. Items that most handle homeowners can do but I wasn’t allowed to because of the selling process, etc. I also needed it done within 7 days. A guy from Cox Electric came to my house to give me an estimate. (I’ll get back to that…) The guy that DID come to fix (Bill from another company) took 3 hours, did a beautiful job, and charged me $850. What was Cox Electric estimate? $3250. With materials costing under $50, this comes to over $1000/hour. While not against the law, gauging homeowners that are going through the process of selling a home is unethical."

Hanaan R on June 2025


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FERREIRA ELECTRIC INC

1236 Hope St
4.87(
46
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FERREIRA ELECTRIC INC

1236 Hope St
4.87(
46
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 local quotes requested

• 2016 Super Service Award Winner! • 30+ Years Industry Experience • Locally Owned & Family Operated Electrical Contracting Company • Residential & Commercial Electrical Services Offered • Our Staff consists of a Master Electrician & 2 Highly-Trained and Experienced Licensed Electricians • References Available Upon Request • Call (401) 253-0347 to Schedule a FREE Estimate or Appointment Today

"Amazing. Came within an hour of my call. Fixed the problem."

George M on September 2019

• 2016 Super Service Award Winner! • 30+ Years Industry Experience • Locally Owned & Family Operated Electrical Contracting Company • Residential & Commercial Electrical Services Offered • Our Staff consists of a Master Electrician & 2 Highly-Trained and Experienced Licensed Electricians • References Available Upon Request • Call (401) 253-0347 to Schedule a FREE Estimate or Appointment Today

"Amazing. Came within an hour of my call. Fixed the problem."

George M on September 2019


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V. ISA GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTING

Knight St
4.92(
89
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Approved Pro

V. ISA GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTING

Knight St
4.92(
89
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
81 local quotes requested

No job to big nor to small All is welcomed. The best electricians are always available to help with any projects. Now offering whole house standby generator Install We will build your home from the ground up. Any and all phases of the building of it will be to your expectations and more. We have some of the best builders *Carpenters *Plumbers *Sheetrock/drywall *Tile install or repairs *Flooring installation or repairs *Painters *power-washers *electricians *mason *stone and cement Feel free to give us a call today Always free estimates We are Always on time and you will Always get a call back. Your satisfaction is our priority You will receive the respect that you deserve Emergency services/calls provided We are licensed and insured

"Super professional. They were here about half of a day and got everything taken care of. Cleaned up after themselves and left the area better than it looked before they even started! Reasonable prices. Family business and I’d pick them over big commercial any day of the week. Just a really great hire all around."

Miraix M on August 2025

No job to big nor to small All is welcomed. The best electricians are always available to help with any projects. Now offering whole house standby generator Install We will build your home from the ground up. Any and all phases of the building of it will be to your expectations and more. We have some of the best builders *Carpenters *Plumbers *Sheetrock/drywall *Tile install or repairs *Flooring installation or repairs *Painters *power-washers *electricians *mason *stone and cement Feel free to give us a call today Always free estimates We are Always on time and you will Always get a call back. Your satisfaction is our priority You will receive the respect that you deserve Emergency services/calls provided We are licensed and insured

"Super professional. They were here about half of a day and got everything taken care of. Cleaned up after themselves and left the area better than it looked before they even started! Reasonable prices. Family business and I’d pick them over big commercial any day of the week. Just a really great hire all around."

Miraix M on August 2025


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S & S ELECTRIC

844 Putnam Pike
4.67(
81
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Approved Pro

S & S ELECTRIC

844 Putnam Pike
4.67(
81
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
74 local quotes requested

S&S Electric is locally owned and operated by Scott Ware. We have 20 years experience in the field, servicing RI and MA. We have become a name for service excellence, integrity and reliability. S&S Electric meets the electrical service and repair needs of many customers each day. We deliver the highest quality of electrical service and repair to homes and businesses. Whether it’s a simple light fixture installation or rewiring a complete home, S&S Electric is the name customers think of first. We value all our customers equally, regardless of how big or small the job may be. We look forward to serving you and providing solutions for your electrical needs. All our work is done in an efficient, timely and professional manner and we offer very competitive rates.

"They were excellent workers"

Linda M on August 2024

S&S Electric is locally owned and operated by Scott Ware. We have 20 years experience in the field, servicing RI and MA. We have become a name for service excellence, integrity and reliability. S&S Electric meets the electrical service and repair needs of many customers each day. We deliver the highest quality of electrical service and repair to homes and businesses. Whether it’s a simple light fixture installation or rewiring a complete home, S&S Electric is the name customers think of first. We value all our customers equally, regardless of how big or small the job may be. We look forward to serving you and providing solutions for your electrical needs. All our work is done in an efficient, timely and professional manner and we offer very competitive rates.

"They were excellent workers"

Linda M on August 2024


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Ryan Silvia

79 George Waterman Rd
4.33(
6
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Approved Pro

Ryan Silvia

79 George Waterman Rd
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Here at R.Silvia Electrical Contractor 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 or text 4012637151

"I hired Ryan to fix my outlets and change them out for new ones since the old ones were outdated. He smelled badly of alcohol and was drunk when he came to the job. Please don't hire someone who drinks right before a job. Terrible customer service experience and will be reporting him."

Riley B on September 2025

Here at R.Silvia Electrical Contractor 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 or text 4012637151

"I hired Ryan to fix my outlets and change them out for new ones since the old ones were outdated. He smelled badly of alcohol and was drunk when he came to the job. Please don't hire someone who drinks right before a job. Terrible customer service experience and will be reporting him."

Riley B on September 2025


LAD Electric, LLC

44 Mollie Drive
5.00(
19
)
Approved Pro

LAD Electric, LLC

44 Mollie Drive
5.00(
19
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

LAD Electric, LLC is committed to excellence in 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.

"They were so professional polite and kind. They went above and beyond for me . Great company"

Sharon R on October 2024

LAD Electric, LLC is committed to excellence in 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.

"They were so professional polite and kind. They went above and beyond for me . Great company"

Sharon R on October 2024


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Cox Electric, LLC

350 Hopkins Hill Road
4.94(
9
)
Approved Pro

Cox Electric, LLC

350 Hopkins Hill Road
4.94(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
55 local quotes requested
23 years of experience

It is our mission to provide excellent service and complete satisfaction to every customer that we serve. We genuinely care about the quality of our work and make an effort to understand the needs and expectations of our customers. We promise to communicate quickly and professionally. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience for years - we look forward to doing the same for you!

"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."

Rob C on December 2024

It is our mission to provide excellent service and complete satisfaction to every customer that we serve. We genuinely care about the quality of our work and make an effort to understand the needs and expectations of our customers. We promise to communicate quickly and professionally. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience for years - we look forward to doing the same for you!

"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."

Rob C on December 2024


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NEC Electric

121 Broadcommon Rd,
4.68(
221
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Approved Pro

NEC Electric

121 Broadcommon Rd,
4.68(
221
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
100 local quotes requested

The team at NEC Electric & Solar have been servicing Rhode Island since 2008. Our team of highly skilled electricians can complete any job from a small outlet or light repair to ugrading your electrical service, complete re-wire or even modernize your lighting in your home. We take pride on professionalism and doing things the right way! NEC Electric wants to help you with all your electrical & solar needs.

"Pro got it done during the quote, but prive was much higher than expected. Convenience was awesome though. "

Adam D on February 2025

The team at NEC Electric & Solar have been servicing Rhode Island since 2008. Our team of highly skilled electricians can complete any job from a small outlet or light repair to ugrading your electrical service, complete re-wire or even modernize your lighting in your home. We take pride on professionalism and doing things the right way! NEC Electric wants to help you with all your electrical & solar needs.

"Pro got it done during the quote, but prive was much higher than expected. Convenience was awesome though. "

Adam D on February 2025


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Volt Vibe LLC

8 1/2 Laramee St
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro

Volt Vibe LLC

8 1/2 Laramee St
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
29 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

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

"It was great getting a quality job for a fair price. Mark was great, he really did go above and beyond expectations. i would definitely hire him again going forward. "

Moses C on May 2025

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

"It was great getting a quality job for a fair price. Mark was great, he really did go above and beyond expectations. i would definitely hire him again going forward. "

Moses C on May 2025

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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. 

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

As long as they have enough fuel, whole-house generators can run for weeks at a time (400 to 500 hours) without suffering too much wear and tear. However, this type of extensive use isn’t ideal if you want to extend the life of your generator.

Two important points. First, some generators may need you to periodically check oil levels every day or so and refill as necessary for safe operation. Second, if your generator uses a fuel tank, keep it regularly full so it doesn’t suddenly shut off. Many backup generators can run through a full tank in a day when they are powering large portions of a home.

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

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