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Honesty Electric, LLC

4.96(
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Honesty Electric, LLC

4.96(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Welcome to Honesty Electric! If you can imagine it, we can do it! We are focused on providing high-quality services and customer satisfaction to each customer. We will do everything we can to meet your expectations, and we are sure you will be happy to work with us. Luis will go above and beyond to make sure his customers are happy, and have projects priced reasonably. As an expert in the field, Luis has over 15 years of experience under his belt, and is known to pay exquisite attention to detail, while making customer satisfaction his top priority. Here at Honesty Electric, we also provide discounts for veterans and senior citizens. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"What an amazing experience. Extremely professional, knowledgeable and a great personality. Worked efficiently and presented problem and repair clearly. Hard to find now a days. Highly recommend giving them a call. You won't be disappointed."

Robin T on September 2025

Welcome to Honesty Electric! If you can imagine it, we can do it! We are focused on providing high-quality services and customer satisfaction to each customer. We will do everything we can to meet your expectations, and we are sure you will be happy to work with us. Luis will go above and beyond to make sure his customers are happy, and have projects priced reasonably. As an expert in the field, Luis has over 15 years of experience under his belt, and is known to pay exquisite attention to detail, while making customer satisfaction his top priority. Here at Honesty Electric, we also provide discounts for veterans and senior citizens. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"What an amazing experience. Extremely professional, knowledgeable and a great personality. Worked efficiently and presented problem and repair clearly. Hard to find now a days. Highly recommend giving them a call. You won't be disappointed."

Robin T on September 2025

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Gowdy Electric

4.78(
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Gowdy Electric

4.78(
328
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

Frustrated with your power going out? Electricians and contractors at Gowdy Electric provide quality electrical services to keep your home or business running in Charlotte.

"They arrived on time. They listened to me as I prioritized the tasks and described my budget for the project. They helped me save money my showing me a way to use the lighting fixture I had instead of buying a new one. They did the work within the allotted time. They were professional and courteous."

David V on July 2024

Frustrated with your power going out? Electricians and contractors at Gowdy Electric provide quality electrical services to keep your home or business running in Charlotte.

"They arrived on time. They listened to me as I prioritized the tasks and described my budget for the project. They helped me save money my showing me a way to use the lighting fixture I had instead of buying a new one. They did the work within the allotted time. They were professional and courteous."

David V on July 2024

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Higginbotham's Electric LLC

5.00(
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Higginbotham's Electric LLC

5.00(
26
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"I had a great experience with Paul and his team. They were efficient in coming in and assessing the electrical issues after purchasing a home. They were great and explained everything, and the workmanship was top notch. Making sure that all the old GFIC outlets were working and wired up correctly and running line for a dehumidifier to its own circuit. I will be using them again in the future for any electrical work. It was a wonderful experience and managed correctly."

Travis S on November 2025

You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"I had a great experience with Paul and his team. They were efficient in coming in and assessing the electrical issues after purchasing a home. They were great and explained everything, and the workmanship was top notch. Making sure that all the old GFIC outlets were working and wired up correctly and running line for a dehumidifier to its own circuit. I will be using them again in the future for any electrical work. It was a wonderful experience and managed correctly."

Travis S on November 2025

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Houston & Barnes Home Solutions

5.00(
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Houston & Barnes Home Solutions

5.00(
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3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Houston & Barnes Home Solutions delivered an outstanding experience. Cody and Gabe were fantastic from the moment they arrived. They installed multiple ceiling fans, a Ring floodlight, and a Ring camera on the opposite side of the house — all completed with skill and care. What really stood out was how courteous, respectful, and easy to work with they were. They treated my home with care, listened closely to what I needed, and made sure everything was done exactly the way I wanted. Their knowledge showed in every step, and they kept a pleasant, positive attitude the entire time. They arrived promptly, and even when one item came up that wasn’t included in the original quote, they handled it smoothly and kept the pricing very fair. The quality of their work was excellent, and the value was even better. I’m extremely satisfied and would gladly recommend Houston & Barnes Home Solutions to anyone needing dependable home services."

Flint B on December 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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Houston & Barnes Home Solutions delivered an outstanding experience. Cody and Gabe were fantastic from the moment they arrived. They installed multiple ceiling fans, a Ring floodlight, and a Ring camera on the opposite side of the house — all completed with skill and care. What really stood out was how courteous, respectful, and easy to work with they were. They treated my home with care, listened closely to what I needed, and made sure everything was done exactly the way I wanted. Their knowledge showed in every step, and they kept a pleasant, positive attitude the entire time. They arrived promptly, and even when one item came up that wasn’t included in the original quote, they handled it smoothly and kept the pricing very fair. The quality of their work was excellent, and the value was even better. I’m extremely satisfied and would gladly recommend Houston & Barnes Home Solutions to anyone needing dependable home services."

Flint B on December 2025

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Accent Tel USA

4.89(
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Accent Tel USA

4.89(
9
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Customers say: Quick response
17 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Our Company provides a one-stop solution for all of your voice, internet, and telecom needs. Leveraging the Cloud we provide your Office state-of-the-art telephones for little or no upfront cost striving to keep your monthly costs the same. Sound too good to be true? Give us a call and we will show you how.

"Telephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business "

Anthony O on September 2025

Our Company provides a one-stop solution for all of your voice, internet, and telecom needs. Leveraging the Cloud we provide your Office state-of-the-art telephones for little or no upfront cost striving to keep your monthly costs the same. Sound too good to be true? Give us a call and we will show you how.

"Telephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business "

Anthony O on September 2025

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Madrid Projects LLC

5.00(
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Madrid Projects LLC

5.00(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in handyman and 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 for your FREE estimate today!

"Install went smoothly good and I'm very satisfied. I hope to use Pablo again soon . I would highly recommend"

Paula G on August 2024

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in handyman and 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 for your FREE estimate today!

"Install went smoothly good and I'm very satisfied. I hope to use Pablo again soon . I would highly recommend"

Paula G on August 2024

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Power Source Electrical Services Inc.

5.00(
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Power Source Electrical Services Inc.

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 years of experience

Power Source is Charlotte's only Generac Power Pro Premier generator dealer. We provide sales, turn-key installations, repairs, maintenance, and warranty work. Don't trust your generator installation to someone who installs generators part time. Power Source will provide a professional installation and service using our years of experience. We stock large and small popular size generators to power most home needs. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Good value, present several estimate, net schedule commitment, prompt warranty repair,"

Jim H on May 2022

Power Source is Charlotte's only Generac Power Pro Premier generator dealer. We provide sales, turn-key installations, repairs, maintenance, and warranty work. Don't trust your generator installation to someone who installs generators part time. Power Source will provide a professional installation and service using our years of experience. We stock large and small popular size generators to power most home needs. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Good value, present several estimate, net schedule commitment, prompt warranty repair,"

Jim H on May 2022

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JL Handy Helpers LLC

New on AngiNew on Angi
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JL Handy Helpers LLC

New on AngiNew on Angi
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🛠️ JL Handy Helpers – Reliable Help for Your Home or Business 🛠️ For your home, do you need a TV mounted, a ceiling fan installed or replaced, or a light fixture replaced? For your business, do you need a TV mounted, a security camera installation, or network wiring for your POS system? With 10+ years of hands-on experience, I deliver clean, safe, and reliable work done right the first time. 📍 Serving Charlotte, NC & nearby areas 📅 Fast response • Flexible scheduling • Honest pricing Let’s make your home/business hassle-free

🛠️ JL Handy Helpers – Reliable Help for Your Home or Business 🛠️ For your home, do you need a TV mounted, a ceiling fan installed or replaced, or a light fixture replaced? For your business, do you need a TV mounted, a security camera installation, or network wiring for your POS system? With 10+ years of hands-on experience, I deliver clean, safe, and reliable work done right the first time. 📍 Serving Charlotte, NC & nearby areas 📅 Fast response • Flexible scheduling • Honest pricing Let’s make your home/business hassle-free

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A-1 Carpet & Tile

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A-1 Carpet & Tile

4.94(
175
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned and operated. We have always operated on one founding principle: We treat you the way you like to be treated,with honesty and courtesy. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional DBAs - A - 1 Carpet & Tile, A 1 Carpet & Tile.

"I highly recommend A-1. I love my new carpet. I didn’t feel pushed in to anything. Price as fair and no hidden charges. The installers were great also and had my carpet installed in a little over 2 hours."

Sonda B on April 2020

Family owned and operated. We have always operated on one founding principle: We treat you the way you like to be treated,with honesty and courtesy. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional DBAs - A - 1 Carpet & Tile, A 1 Carpet & Tile.

"I highly recommend A-1. I love my new carpet. I didn’t feel pushed in to anything. Price as fair and no hidden charges. The installers were great also and had my carpet installed in a little over 2 hours."

Sonda B on April 2020

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ACL Outdoor Lighting

5.00(
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ACL Outdoor Lighting

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

Call us now at (704) 309-5231! We cover outdoor lighting and new installation and repairs on our own products only. We do not offer repairs of products installed by other providers. ***2010, 2011, 2013, 2014 AND 2015 SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER!!! DBA - At Cost Outdoor Lighting Of The Carolinas. Additional Address - 8564 Hagers Ferry Road Denver, NC 28037

"Great, fast and easy, very professional"

TOM T on February 2020

Call us now at (704) 309-5231! We cover outdoor lighting and new installation and repairs on our own products only. We do not offer repairs of products installed by other providers. ***2010, 2011, 2013, 2014 AND 2015 SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER!!! DBA - At Cost Outdoor Lighting Of The Carolinas. Additional Address - 8564 Hagers Ferry Road Denver, NC 28037

"Great, fast and easy, very professional"

TOM T on February 2020

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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.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

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, natural gas generators can work without electricity. Natural gas generators are a common type of backup or whole-house generator that operates when the electrical grid isn’t working. The trick is using a transfer switch (which usually needs to be installed with the generator) that safely switches the home electrical system from the power grid to generator power when needed.

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