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Tri-State Water, Power & Air

808 Airpark Center Dr
5.00(
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Tri-State Water, Power & Air

808 Airpark Center Dr
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
217 local quotes requested

We are the experts in the field of Whole Home Generator Sales and Installation, with over 20 years of experience in the game. We provide turn-key installation by licensed professionals - 24 hour emergency service - Remote Monitoring - Long term maintenance and service by factory trained technicians.

"They got the job done and I am very pleased. Will use them in the future."

Cathy H on May 2024

We are the experts in the field of Whole Home Generator Sales and Installation, with over 20 years of experience in the game. We provide turn-key installation by licensed professionals - 24 hour emergency service - Remote Monitoring - Long term maintenance and service by factory trained technicians.

"They got the job done and I am very pleased. Will use them in the future."

Cathy H on May 2024


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Mid South Electric

510 Pawnee Trl
4.91(
11
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Mid South Electric

510 Pawnee Trl
4.91(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
66 local quotes requested

We are a full service electrical company. We offer residential and commercial services. Some things we offer are power for pools or hot tubs, panel change outs, remodels, new construction, led upgrades, fan installs, corrective wiring.

"Amazing work will hire again"

Ricky S on April 2025

We are a full service electrical company. We offer residential and commercial services. Some things we offer are power for pools or hot tubs, panel change outs, remodels, new construction, led upgrades, fan installs, corrective wiring.

"Amazing work will hire again"

Ricky S on April 2025


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Next Wave Electric

302 8th Ave S
5.00(
2
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Next Wave Electric

302 8th Ave S
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.

"Quin was knowledgeable, personable and diligent. He was easy to reach, a great communicator and his pricing was more than fair. I have used him on two different occasions and he will be my go to electrician for any electrical work that I ever need in the future. Thanks Quin for a great job!"

Mike J on April 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.

"Quin was knowledgeable, personable and diligent. He was easy to reach, a great communicator and his pricing was more than fair. I have used him on two different occasions and he will be my go to electrician for any electrical work that I ever need in the future. Thanks Quin for a great job!"

Mike J on April 2024


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Li Electric, LLC

924 Walnut Street
New on AngiNew on Angi
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Li Electric, LLC

924 Walnut Street
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Warranties offered

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!


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Added Touch Electric and More, LLC

442 Levi Hollow Road
4.62(
13
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Added Touch Electric and More, LLC

442 Levi Hollow Road
4.62(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

The motto here at Added Touch Electric and More LLC is “ Going the extra mile to make you smile.” We achieve this by providing you with information and education about your project, clear communication throughout the process, neat and clean work, and easy payment options. Our service calls begin at $125 and cover travel to your home, an assessment of your project, a proposed solution and costs estimate, and, depending on the issue, same day execution. When you choose Added Touch Electric and More you get not only a service, but an experience you can smile about.

"Very professional, timely and kind. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for quality work."

Buddy D on August 2023

The motto here at Added Touch Electric and More LLC is “ Going the extra mile to make you smile.” We achieve this by providing you with information and education about your project, clear communication throughout the process, neat and clean work, and easy payment options. Our service calls begin at $125 and cover travel to your home, an assessment of your project, a proposed solution and costs estimate, and, depending on the issue, same day execution. When you choose Added Touch Electric and More you get not only a service, but an experience you can smile about.

"Very professional, timely and kind. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for quality work."

Buddy D on August 2023


Brentons Electrical Service

2116 Circle Dr
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro

Brentons Electrical Service

2116 Circle Dr
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Showed up on time, completed the complicated job with quality and was very friendly. Will be using again in the future!"

Christina L on October 2021

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!

"Showed up on time, completed the complicated job with quality and was very friendly. Will be using again in the future!"

Christina L on October 2021


Zip's Electric

PO Box 347
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro

Zip's Electric

PO Box 347
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
44 years of experience

Zip's Electric, 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 customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Dependable, quality work"

Barbara M on September 2019

Zip's Electric, 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 customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Dependable, quality work"

Barbara M on September 2019


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Vol Country Builders

1206 Clock Creek Rd
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro

Vol Country Builders

1206 Clock Creek Rd
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

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.

"This gentleman was prompt, professional and very personable. He was a pleasure to work with. If you have an electrical project you won't be disappointed by his knowledge and skill. I canâ t recommend him highly enough."

Randy B on September 2024

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.

"This gentleman was prompt, professional and very personable. He was a pleasure to work with. If you have an electrical project you won't be disappointed by his knowledge and skill. I canâ t recommend him highly enough."

Randy B on September 2024


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W B Lightning Rods

560 Peoples Plaza Unit 234
4.93(
297
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Approved Pro

W B Lightning Rods

560 Peoples Plaza Unit 234
4.93(
297
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
307 local quotes requested

WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **

"We replaced the original roof on our house. I expressed my concerns about re-installation of the lightening rods to my roofer. We have had at least three direct hits since they were originally installed in 2013. My roofer called William who was very helpful. William offered to come out an make sure everything was 100% after re-installation. He came the day after I called and I'm glad he did. While the reinstall was the best he had seen (his words) there were issues after 5 year and 3 strikes that needed addressed. He fixed those and now I have a new roof and I am certain the lightening rods will work as intended. Highly recommend this company."

Jeff W on April 2018

WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **

"We replaced the original roof on our house. I expressed my concerns about re-installation of the lightening rods to my roofer. We have had at least three direct hits since they were originally installed in 2013. My roofer called William who was very helpful. William offered to come out an make sure everything was 100% after re-installation. He came the day after I called and I'm glad he did. While the reinstall was the best he had seen (his words) there were issues after 5 year and 3 strikes that needed addressed. He fixed those and now I have a new roof and I am certain the lightening rods will work as intended. Highly recommend this company."

Jeff W on April 2018


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Tri-State Water, Power & Air

808 Airpark Center Dr
4.85(
34
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Approved Pro

Tri-State Water, Power & Air

808 Airpark Center Dr
4.85(
34
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
78 local quotes requested

Tri-State Water, Power, & Air has earned the trust of homeowners by providing top-of-the-line home products & exceptional service. Our dedication to customer satisfaction has allowed us to not only expand our selection of home upgrades but also our footprint, as we?re now in several Midwestern states. Whether you're looking for a reliable company to handle a plumbing issue or install a standby generator, tankless water heater, or electric vehicle charging station, we can provide the ideal solution to fit your needs. Throughout the years, we have remained a family-owned company with an unwavering commitment to delivering customer satisfaction. We measure our success in the improvements we make to our customers? home lives. To ensure every homeowner who partners with us receives an outstanding value, we provide personalized solutions, premium products, & expert installations. And we top it off by delivering exceptional service before, during, & long after the project is completed.

"Steve, our salesman, did a great job explaining the system and how the monitoring works! He also kept us informed of the scheduling of the installation of the system. He was very knowledgeable and professional. We are also very pleased with the installation. The guys were professional, friendly and they explained the installation process carefully to us as well! We are extremely pleased!"

Ron B on May 2025

Tri-State Water, Power, & Air has earned the trust of homeowners by providing top-of-the-line home products & exceptional service. Our dedication to customer satisfaction has allowed us to not only expand our selection of home upgrades but also our footprint, as we?re now in several Midwestern states. Whether you're looking for a reliable company to handle a plumbing issue or install a standby generator, tankless water heater, or electric vehicle charging station, we can provide the ideal solution to fit your needs. Throughout the years, we have remained a family-owned company with an unwavering commitment to delivering customer satisfaction. We measure our success in the improvements we make to our customers? home lives. To ensure every homeowner who partners with us receives an outstanding value, we provide personalized solutions, premium products, & expert installations. And we top it off by delivering exceptional service before, during, & long after the project is completed.

"Steve, our salesman, did a great job explaining the system and how the monitoring works! He also kept us informed of the scheduling of the installation of the system. He was very knowledgeable and professional. We are also very pleased with the installation. The guys were professional, friendly and they explained the installation process carefully to us as well! We are extremely pleased!"

Ron B on May 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

No, you cannot plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your home. Plugging in a generator without an interlocking kit, extension cord, or wall outlet receptacle is incredibly dangerous and can cause back-feeding—power from the generator back-feeds into utility lines. Also, if the main power comes back on while your generator is on, it could damage the generator and cause a house fire.

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

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.

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

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.

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