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Hamilton Lightning Rods
4.7(
201
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Serving Laredo, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Hamilton Lightning Rods to install lightning protection systems. I highly recommend them. I once had an electrician come to my home to do some unrelated work. When he saw the work that Hamilton Lighting Rods did, he said that was the cleanest rod installation he had ever seen. Again, I canâ t say enough good things about their installation, neatness, reliability and good old fashion customer service!! That kind of professionalism and pride in oneâ s work is really hard to find these days. Thank you for your excellent customer service! Lore H."
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+9

Response time3 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Donohue's Lightning Rods
4.3(
70
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Serving Laredo, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Within minutes after submitting an inquiry, Seamus contacted me to find out specifics of my project and although he provided an estimate, he was receptive to coming out for a site visit before I committed. Edward came for the preliminary site visit and afterwards, I accepted their proposal. Cliff, the installer, communicated with me with scheduling and was very professional and easy deal with. Edward performed an inspection after install to make sure everything was done properly. The people representing this company seem very knowledgeable about their work and is backed up by generations of experience."
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Lightning protection

+10

Response time1 day
75 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Sine Wave
4.3(
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Serving Laredo, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Sinewave came to do an electrical inspection for a pool project. I received a quote in a day. We hired this company among others we had called because they showed professionalism, they were on time, and explained everything that needed to get done and also worked with any concerns we had in reference to our ongoing pool project. Both master electricians Mr Fidel Velasquez and Mr Hector Velasquez came to our home to work and supervise workers. Their work is above standard and they get the job done right. I would recommend this company to my family and friends. They not only take pride in their work but they also care about the welfare about families. I can not express how important it is to have a licensed-experienced electrician to make sure that your home is safe especially to protect your loved ones. Thank you SineWave for taking the time to do a thorough inspection, professional job, and at the end of our pool project they will come back to make their final inspection (electrical) and tie up any ends that need to get completed."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Accent Tel USA
4.9(
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Serving Laredo, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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.

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Bright Star Electric, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Laredo, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

Bright Star Electric, Inc.is proud to be serving the Laredo area with our electrician expertise! No job is too big or too small, your satisfaction is our ultimate goal. We have over eleven years of combined experience and you can be rest assured that your project will receive the highest quality craftsmanship that only our experience can bring. Call us today; you will be glad you did!

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,676
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Serving Laredo, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"They were informative! It's a family business that is generational in their craft. They explained my unit to me and gave me tips to improve it's care. I will be using them in the future for maintenance."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

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. 

Homeowners can often access federal tax credits, such as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), which covers a percentage of installation costs. Many states and utilities offer additional rebates, grants, or performance-based incentives. These programs can significantly lower your upfront investment. Check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) or contact your local energy office for current offers.

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