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Mr. Electric of the Black Hills
4.8(
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Serving Lead, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Electric was quite reasonable in price. And he did find the problem quickly and he had it fixed within reasonable time. Mr Electric was fantastic and he absolutely knew what he was doing.. . He checked out all outlets and lights as he followed it thru until he found the problem that blew my electric in one half my home. Thank You ever so much!"
Response time12 hrs
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Canyon Electric LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Lead, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kyle, the owner of Canyon Electric, was recommended to us as a trustworthy electrician in the Black Hills area. We had purchased a vacation home in Lead and were having a hot tub and sauna installed. We needed to add 2 240 amp breakers, a new breaker box, and hard wiring both units. We are from across the state and had a deadline for the hot tub installation, which required all wiring done very specifically and in place. Kyle was out at our home wiring and prepping before we even arrived. He was in contact with our hot tub retailer and made sure everything was done perfectly. The wiring on both units was done efficiently. He even did work on one of our bathroom exhaust fans and had it going in quick order. Kyle was a very pleasant person to deal with and we were very impressed with the high standards of his work. We would highly recommend Canyon Electric for any and all of your electrical needs."
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ROC Electric LLC
4.7(
13
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Serving Lead, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

So glad you have considered ROC Electric. We are a locally, family and Veteran owned company. We have started our business in June of 2021 and are excited to serve our wonderful community in the Black Hills region of South Dakota. We are licensed and insured. A small list of items that we serve is small electrical repair such as, outlet replacement switch replacement lighting fixture install and so on. What we do not do is appliance repair. A good way think of it is; if you have an appliance we are responsible for getting electrical from the panel to the appliance, outlets, or lighting. We also do remodel wiring, new home wiring, generator install, and many other applications.

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Volt-Pro Electric
5.0(
4
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Serving Lead, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Volt-Pro Electric is committed to providing our customers with an amazing experience using high quality material at an affordable price. We specialize in residential, commercial & industrial wiring, with over 24 years experience there isn't much we cant do. We treat your project as if it was our own.

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+2

Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Serving Lead, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"Well, the first time the replacement was ordered it was the wrong one, which of course, delayed the installation a week. When it was finally installed I had to pay an additional $850 for code upgrades. This I was not informed of by Home Shield. Then we noticed that there was water on the garage floor and found that the pipe coming in from the wall was leaking at the wall so had to call the plumbing company back out to fix it. They first tried to say it was not their fault but since there wasn't a leak before they installed they did fix it. I have used Home Shield a few times before and never had a problem. Some of the companies they use are not the best so you have to research them before you commit. I have found HS service to be good if you do your homework. At the end of the day I was without hot water for almost 3 weeks but it was do to the plumbing company they sent out."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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My Computer Works, Inc.
4.0(
630
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Serving Lead, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The tech found the problem that Dell tech did not find he could not install hard drive but he talked to Dell tech for me and told them the problem now Dell has to fix it at no cost to me. This tech is the only one that found the problem."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Viper Electrical Services, LLC
2.6(
4
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Serving Lead, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Looking for quality electrical work at a fair price? Let me introduce you to Viper Electrical Services. I am a licensed South Dakota Electrical Inspector and Contractor with over 17 years of experience. My rates are fair and my work second to none. I will not cut corners or compromise an installation to make a quick buck. You work hard for your money and expect the same from those you hire, so do I.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

Energy output depends on turbine size, average wind speed at your site, and system efficiency. A 5 kW turbine in a good wind location can generate 8,000 to 12,000 kilowatt-hours per year, which may cover a large portion of an average home’s needs. Accurate output estimates require a professional wind assessment and a review of your household’s energy usage patterns.

Yes, in most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home models. Because these installations involve significant alterations to your home's electrical system and produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require a permit or inspection for safety purposes. A generator permit typically costs between $50 and $250, depending on your location. Your electrician or certified installer can usually handle the permitting process for you, but you will be responsible for the cost. It's a good practice to confirm with your installer that they will pull all necessary permits before work begins.

Generators are safe to use as long as they are installed and operated correctly according to the manufacturer's recommendations. The most critical safety tips are to never use a portable or fuel-powered generator inside an enclosed space due to the risk of lethal carbon monoxide poisoning; always operate it outdoors where fumes can dissipate away from your home. Additionally, never attempt to connect a generator to your home’s electrical panel yourself—hire a professional to ensure the setup meets safety standards. Finally, avoid overloading the generator by not connecting more appliances than it is rated for, as this can damage your equipment or cause a fire.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

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