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Universal Property Improvements

106 Broad Street Suite 3
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro

Universal Property Improvements

106 Broad Street Suite 3
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

We specialize in electrical and gas services, repairs, installs, troubleshooting, lighting, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, EV/Electric Charging Stations, and more! 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! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

We specialize in electrical and gas services, repairs, installs, troubleshooting, lighting, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, EV/Electric Charging Stations, and more! 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! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!


"Excellent service, extremely knowledgeable and great to work with!"

Wesley F on April 2024

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!

"Excellent service, extremely knowledgeable and great to work with!"

Wesley F on April 2024


KGM Electric, LLC

P.O. Box 5682
4.46(
13
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Approved Pro

KGM Electric, LLC

P.O. Box 5682
4.46(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
78 local quotes requested

With more than 8 yrs of experience, KGM Electric LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Work was top notch."

Kelby M on March 2024

With more than 8 yrs of experience, KGM Electric LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Work was top notch."

Kelby M on March 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
243 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 **

"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."

Jennifer B on October 2024

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 **

"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."

Jennifer B on October 2024


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Hensley Electric

116 Larry Waddle Rd
5.00(
31
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Approved Pro

Hensley Electric

116 Larry Waddle Rd
5.00(
31
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With years of experience in the electrical industry, Hensley Electric provides expert residential and commercial electrical services across East Tennessee. We handle everything from outlets and circuit breakers to EV chargers. Hensley Electric is known for professionalism, attention to detail, and respect for your property. Count on us for prompt service and long-lasting results.

"Mike always provides great service, punctuality of time on the job site, great communicator, and very knowledgeable! You will NEVER go wrong working with Mike! He’s my “go to” for every project!"

Scott R on October 2025

With years of experience in the electrical industry, Hensley Electric provides expert residential and commercial electrical services across East Tennessee. We handle everything from outlets and circuit breakers to EV chargers. Hensley Electric is known for professionalism, attention to detail, and respect for your property. Count on us for prompt service and long-lasting results.

"Mike always provides great service, punctuality of time on the job site, great communicator, and very knowledgeable! You will NEVER go wrong working with Mike! He’s my “go to” for every project!"

Scott R on October 2025


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Mr. Electric Of Tri Cities

3201 Kimberly Ct
4.87(
15
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Mr. Electric Of Tri Cities

3201 Kimberly Ct
4.87(
15
)
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Mr. Electric is a locally owned franchise serving the East Tennessee cities of Tri-Cities, Knoxville, Morristown and Sevierville, as well as communities in between. As full-service electricians, we can handle all your electrical needs from complete panel changes and home re-wiring to electrical systems for outdoor living spaces and boat docks. Need fixtures installed? We’ve got it. Installing a hot tub or pool? We can help. Call us to set up an appointment for a service technician to evaluate your situation and give you a quote. *Fees for quote waived with contracted work. After-hours emergency service is available. At Mr. Electric we have the power to make things better!

"Awesome technician, very polite friendly. Very knowledgeable"

Wayne H on January 2023

Mr. Electric is a locally owned franchise serving the East Tennessee cities of Tri-Cities, Knoxville, Morristown and Sevierville, as well as communities in between. As full-service electricians, we can handle all your electrical needs from complete panel changes and home re-wiring to electrical systems for outdoor living spaces and boat docks. Need fixtures installed? We’ve got it. Installing a hot tub or pool? We can help. Call us to set up an appointment for a service technician to evaluate your situation and give you a quote. *Fees for quote waived with contracted work. After-hours emergency service is available. At Mr. Electric we have the power to make things better!

"Awesome technician, very polite friendly. Very knowledgeable"

Wayne H on January 2023


Light it upp

2.00(
1
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Light it upp

2.00(
1
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Electrical installation and repairs

"They haven’t performed any work so the job hasn’t been completed."

Wendy N on February 2021

Electrical installation and repairs

"They haven’t performed any work so the job hasn’t been completed."

Wendy N on February 2021


Innovative Tractor & Hydraulic

742 Rector Drive
No reviews yet

Innovative Tractor & Hydraulic

742 Rector Drive
No reviews yet
12 years of experience

Mobile repair service on all hydraulic and aerial equipment. Minor to major equipment maintenance and repair. Most tractor repairs made at customers location. Brakes, clutches, air conditioning, electrical issues and gremlins.

Mobile repair service on all hydraulic and aerial equipment. Minor to major equipment maintenance and repair. Most tractor repairs made at customers location. Brakes, clutches, air conditioning, electrical issues and gremlins.



Davis Electrical Services (DES)

22076 Appleton Dr
No reviews yet

Davis Electrical Services (DES)

22076 Appleton Dr
No reviews yet
22 years of experience

Currently Davis Electrical Services has myself (Jason Davis), and 1 other electrician to perform installations and repairs for you. Both of us are Mater Electricians in the State of Virginia, and I also hold a Electrical Certification for the State of Tennessee.

Currently Davis Electrical Services has myself (Jason Davis), and 1 other electrician to perform installations and repairs for you. Both of us are Mater Electricians in the State of Virginia, and I also hold a Electrical Certification for the State of Tennessee.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Whole-house generators can last 20 to 40 years with normal operation and proper maintenance. If you look up the specifications for your generator, you may be able to find a lifespan rated in hours of operation. Life expectancy will vary depending on how often and for how long you use the generator each year. Choosing a fuel with low impact like natural gas or diesel can help generators last as long as possible.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

No, this is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and you should never attempt it. If you connect your generator to your home without a transfer switch, the generated power can backfeed, essentially flowing back into the utility lines. Backfeeding exposes a significant threat of fatalities or harm to you and utility personnel, in addition to jeopardizing the structural integrity of your home.

Generator size requirements vary wildly among properties, but typical generator sizes are listed below based on home square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20kW+

Unfortunately, home square footage isn’t always a good indicator of generator size requirements. Instead, you should call in a professional to discuss which items in your home you’d like to run via your generator. They can calculate peak and average consumption for those items and then size your generator appropriately for optimal performance.

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.

The Watauga, TN homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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