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Higginbotham's Electric LLC

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Higginbotham's Electric LLC

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 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 needed a electrician to run wiring for a sump pump underground. Are used home advisor to find them. He is the only electrician that called back and showed up of work five star nice guy. I would definitely hire him again and recommend him to friends and family."

Kenneth E on April 2024

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 needed a electrician to run wiring for a sump pump underground. Are used home advisor to find them. He is the only electrician that called back and showed up of work five star nice guy. I would definitely hire him again and recommend him to friends and family."

Kenneth E on April 2024


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Accent Tel USA

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Accent Tel USA

4.89(
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Customers say: Quick response
16 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


Knoxnet Security

4.85(
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Knoxnet Security

4.85(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Knoxnet Security is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Knoxnet Security is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Phillip was great! He was prompt, professional, and extremely neat. He did exactly what I asked in mounting my cameras. "

Lou R on April 2025

Knoxnet Security is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Knoxnet Security is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Phillip was great! He was prompt, professional, and extremely neat. He did exactly what I asked in mounting my cameras. "

Lou R on April 2025


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Hodges And Associates Electrical Contractor LLC

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Hodges And Associates Electrical Contractor LLC

5.00(
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2 years of experience

Www.hodgeselectrical.com We believe that everyone should use small family owed businesses. Yes some times the larger companies can get it done a little cheaper, but are they gonna take the time to make sure everything is done exactly correct? Small companies take time to make sure you're happy and the job is done right.

"Good job. happy with how everything looks."

Leona G on December 2023

Www.hodgeselectrical.com We believe that everyone should use small family owed businesses. Yes some times the larger companies can get it done a little cheaper, but are they gonna take the time to make sure everything is done exactly correct? Small companies take time to make sure you're happy and the job is done right.

"Good job. happy with how everything looks."

Leona G on December 2023


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Continental Engines

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Continental Engines

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57 years of experience

For 55 years, Continental Engines has provided engine and power generation solutions at the distributor level across the East Coast. Continental Engines carries multiple Generator brands to choose from, such as Kohler, and services all of the Carolinas and Georgia. We install, service and provide maintenance for all generators.

For 55 years, Continental Engines has provided engine and power generation solutions at the distributor level across the East Coast. Continental Engines carries multiple Generator brands to choose from, such as Kohler, and services all of the Carolinas and Georgia. We install, service and provide maintenance for all generators.


All-In Electrical

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All-In Electrical

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

"All-In Electrical is a small, independently owned and operated electrical contracting business. Serving all of South Carolina & Georgia. My mission is to deliver the highest-quality residential, commercial and industrial electrical services. All-In electrical is licensed, bonded and fully insured."

"Mr. Gregory Chavis was my electrician he was on time, professional, polite, respectful, and clean up after he did his work. I will use Mr. Chavis again if needed again."

Julia C on November 2020

"All-In Electrical is a small, independently owned and operated electrical contracting business. Serving all of South Carolina & Georgia. My mission is to deliver the highest-quality residential, commercial and industrial electrical services. All-In electrical is licensed, bonded and fully insured."

"Mr. Gregory Chavis was my electrician he was on time, professional, polite, respectful, and clean up after he did his work. I will use Mr. Chavis again if needed again."

Julia C on November 2020





"This is the shop that columbia area lowes sends all of their warranty equipment for repairs. They have no interest in fixing warranty equipment . They held my pole saw for a month claiming they were waiting on a part from china. Then call and tell me they put the recoil in and now the carbs are bad and i have to pay for that. They dont have a warranty on they services so they fpul it up and have the little girl call and tell you some foolishness. Everybody who took warranty equipment here is having the same issue DO NOT BRING warranty equipment here they have no interest in fixing that. Do yoself and pay somebody else double as not to have them foul over your stuff."

Chanti J on January 2021

Repairing equipment for over 25 years. Large or small we do them all. Our moto is "Do it FAST and Do it RIGHT". We repair your equipment so you can use it.

"This is the shop that columbia area lowes sends all of their warranty equipment for repairs. They have no interest in fixing warranty equipment . They held my pole saw for a month claiming they were waiting on a part from china. Then call and tell me they put the recoil in and now the carbs are bad and i have to pay for that. They dont have a warranty on they services so they fpul it up and have the little girl call and tell you some foolishness. Everybody who took warranty equipment here is having the same issue DO NOT BRING warranty equipment here they have no interest in fixing that. Do yoself and pay somebody else double as not to have them foul over your stuff."

Chanti J on January 2021

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

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.

Yes, whole-house generators run constantly for extended periods. Whole-house generators can run for longer periods of time than portable generators, but be careful. First, they may need regular applications of engine oil (as frequently as daily), depending on the engine design. Second, running constantly for several days will increase the wear and tear on the generator and shorten its lifespan.

When choosing the right size generator for your needs, consider a few items to help calculate the wattage you’ll need. Start by determining which household items and appliances you want to power, and then add the wattages together. Check out the wattage of these essential appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 watts

Running home appliances like these requires a partial or whole-house generator. A portable generator may be enough to power your home if you only plan to keep a refrigerator and freezer running. 

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