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EMERT'S ELECTRIC CO
4.8(
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Serving Buchanan, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"First of all, Greg Emert answered the phone on January 2nd (New Years Day observed holiday). He was honest about his workload and called back later in the day when he couldn't make it. He showed up early today as promised, and quickly isolated and repaired the problem. He charged me a fair price and didn't try to make it into a large project. Very decent guy, very professional. I'd hire him again."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
367
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Serving Buchanan, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"William Burden is the third generation owner of WBLightningRods and his company has been in business since 1950. He is very courteous, professional, was on time, and has a very good crew. William was present for the entire installation. We chose the copper system. We are glad for the peace of mind a lightning rod system will provide."
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lightning protection
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lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Bobcat Electric LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Buchanan, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your electrical needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We also offer complete Gas Service, including generators, gas stoves & water heaters. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

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Accent Tel USA
4.9(
12
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Serving Buchanan, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe, Mark, and Their Team did a Splendid Job for Us on this Business Phone Line Install. There are Very Knowledgeable and provided the Needed Assessment and "Fix" in a Very Timely Manner. I Highly Recommend Accent Tel USA! God Bless You! Philippians 1:3-6! Have a Wonderful Day in the Neighborhood & "Stay on the Nice List"! :)"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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T G Electrical Services LLC
4.7(
70
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Serving Buchanan, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderful. I was aware that we had a problem and Travis explained how important it was for me to make corrections to my existing wiring to make our home safe. He encouraged me to do my homework and investigate the issue. We have a large home with three levels and a lot of electrical work. I took my quote to an electrical instructor at the college where I am employed and contacted the residential electrical code inspector for the county. Each source agreed with Travis' assessment and told me that his price was very fair. The work was done on schedule. Travis discovered that a portion of the work in a newer section of the house did not need to be updated. This meant that my overall cost was lower than the estimate. I was impressed with his honesty. I have already recommended him to a friend and plan to use his company for all my future electrical work.
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+10

Response time2 days
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Moser Electric, LLC
4.3(
242
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Serving Buchanan, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Prompt and Professional. Kitchen remodeling necessitated an unexpected service upgrade to accommodate new appliances & meet code requirements. Office staff was courteous and coordinated a site survey that enabled Moser to assess the scope of work, provide a cost estimate and schedule a fairly extensive job within 2 weeks. This work was completed on-time and within budget. A second effort involved troubleshooting a wiring issue. Moser's technician identified and corrected the problem quickly at a reasonable cost. The old wires were all removed and the job site was left in good condition."
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 VAN
 FINANCING
 COMMERCIAL
 INDUSTRIAL

+4

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Black Horse Electrical, LLC
4.9(
51
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Serving Buchanan, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rob was very good to work with. He did his best to update some old wiring that was installed back in 1961. I would recommend him to any others in need of help with wiring."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

With proper maintenance, a whole-house generator can last between 20 and 40 years. The specific lifespan depends on how often and for how long the generator is used, and some models may have their life expectancy rated in hours of operation. To maximize its lifespan, expect to spend around $150 to $300 per year for annual maintenance checks from a qualified technician. During these checks, a technician will inspect the engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels. Consulting your installer and choosing a low-impact fuel like natural gas or diesel can also help ensure your generator lasts as long as possible.

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

Carbon monoxide emissions aren’t only dangerous to human life, but they also harm our planet. While natural gas generators emit lower levels of CO than other fuel sources, there are still ways to reduce emission levels. For example, shop around for an eco-friendly generator that complies with current emission standards. Also, make sure your generator is serviced regularly to avoid CO buildup. 

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. 

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