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Ahmad Electrical Service

4.93(
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Ahmad Electrical Service

4.93(
45
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

Ahmad Electrical Service is your trusted electrical expert in Richmond. With years of experience, we specialize in providing top-notch electrical services for homeowners. Our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to delivering exceptional results, ensuring your home projects are completed safely and efficiently. Contact Ahmad Electrical Service today for all your electrical needs.

"I recently purchased an older home and all of the major MEP systems are 45 years old. So when I ordered all new appliances, I didn't hold much hope that "installation included" would get me far. Sure enough, I quickly found myself with a house full of brand new, functionally useless, machines. Ahmad responded to my call, came immediately and worked 12 hours straight. They ran new cables, installed new outlet boxes and even got all the old appliances out of the house. I'm definitely bringing them back for additional work. I'm thrilled with the results and they have my highest recommendation."

James P on January 2026

Ahmad Electrical Service is your trusted electrical expert in Richmond. With years of experience, we specialize in providing top-notch electrical services for homeowners. Our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to delivering exceptional results, ensuring your home projects are completed safely and efficiently. Contact Ahmad Electrical Service today for all your electrical needs.

"I recently purchased an older home and all of the major MEP systems are 45 years old. So when I ordered all new appliances, I didn't hold much hope that "installation included" would get me far. Sure enough, I quickly found myself with a house full of brand new, functionally useless, machines. Ahmad responded to my call, came immediately and worked 12 hours straight. They ran new cables, installed new outlet boxes and even got all the old appliances out of the house. I'm definitely bringing them back for additional work. I'm thrilled with the results and they have my highest recommendation."

James P on January 2026


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CRH Electric

4.89(
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CRH Electric

4.89(
55
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

CRH Electric is a family owned and operated company, proudly located in Richmond, VA. Our fast, friendly customer service has earned us repeat, lifetime customers. Read our reviews on our website, www.crh-electric.com Our Certified Master Electrician has over 26 year of experience. We keep our overhead as low as we can to give you SHOCKING LOW PRICES .

"Every thing went great! This was not difficult, replacing an existing ceiling fixture, but it was on a 12 foot vaulted ceiling. The men were here on time, professional, and polite. "

jackie c on January 2026

CRH Electric is a family owned and operated company, proudly located in Richmond, VA. Our fast, friendly customer service has earned us repeat, lifetime customers. Read our reviews on our website, www.crh-electric.com Our Certified Master Electrician has over 26 year of experience. We keep our overhead as low as we can to give you SHOCKING LOW PRICES .

"Every thing went great! This was not difficult, replacing an existing ceiling fixture, but it was on a 12 foot vaulted ceiling. The men were here on time, professional, and polite. "

jackie c on January 2026


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J & M Electrical Services

4.92(
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J & M Electrical Services

4.92(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

J&M Electrical Services is a family-owned and operated business, established in 2003. Our electrical technicians & staff strive to provide the most excellent customer service and personalized assistance specific to your individual application. Our belief and goal for every job is complete customer satisfaction, because we strive to “Do it right the first time”. We provide top notch electrical services for all residential & commercial jobs. NO job is to small for us to handle. Our trained professional technicians when dispatched to your call, will not only give you a price on the spot, but will also be prepared to complete most any task necessary at the time of service. J&M Electrical has built the company around honesty, loyalty and integrity. We guarantee every job we do. Our founder/president Jason Haynie, is a master electrician who strives to provide his clients with the best service & workmanship available on the market today! J&M Electrical Services is a Class “A” Electrical Contracting company fully licensed & insured! This company can handle any electrical, plumbing or gas need. We offer special financing options. We accept cash, check, and/or credit cards. We look forward to working with you. Check us out here: https://www.jmwired.com.

"Did an excellent job. Very smooth and excellent service."

Gregory B on April 2025

J&M Electrical Services is a family-owned and operated business, established in 2003. Our electrical technicians & staff strive to provide the most excellent customer service and personalized assistance specific to your individual application. Our belief and goal for every job is complete customer satisfaction, because we strive to “Do it right the first time”. We provide top notch electrical services for all residential & commercial jobs. NO job is to small for us to handle. Our trained professional technicians when dispatched to your call, will not only give you a price on the spot, but will also be prepared to complete most any task necessary at the time of service. J&M Electrical has built the company around honesty, loyalty and integrity. We guarantee every job we do. Our founder/president Jason Haynie, is a master electrician who strives to provide his clients with the best service & workmanship available on the market today! J&M Electrical Services is a Class “A” Electrical Contracting company fully licensed & insured! This company can handle any electrical, plumbing or gas need. We offer special financing options. We accept cash, check, and/or credit cards. We look forward to working with you. Check us out here: https://www.jmwired.com.

"Did an excellent job. Very smooth and excellent service."

Gregory B on April 2025


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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
297
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

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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Star Servco, Inc.

4.68(
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Star Servco, Inc.

4.68(
402
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
50 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!

"Done quickly and accurately. "

Tom H on December 2025

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!

"Done quickly and accurately. "

Tom H on December 2025


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Electric Solutions Of Richmond LLC

4.85(
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Electric Solutions Of Richmond LLC

4.85(
39
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 years of experience

Welcome to Electric Solutions of Richmond, where we merge the reliability of a licensed and accredited staff with the affordability of quality workmanship done right the first time. We offer fast, reliable, and affordable electrical services throughout Richmond, Virginia, and surrounding areas. As a full-service company, we do everything from receptacle wiring, security lighting, full panel upgrades and generator installations to installing voice, data jacks, and WI-FI access points as well as run fiber optic cable for residential and light commercial properties. Electric Solutions of Richmond is a family run business and as such we strive to treat you like family, providing quality service at competitive prices. Our work is backed by over 20 years of experience and you'll always work with a licensed electrician to give you peace of mind with your investment. Our goal is to become your trusted ally. Providing for all your electrical needs in the most reliable and efficient manner while keeping your costs competitive and fair.

"Joe and Charles were great! They were personable and professional. I will definitely hire them again for my next project."

Dave E on October 2024

Welcome to Electric Solutions of Richmond, where we merge the reliability of a licensed and accredited staff with the affordability of quality workmanship done right the first time. We offer fast, reliable, and affordable electrical services throughout Richmond, Virginia, and surrounding areas. As a full-service company, we do everything from receptacle wiring, security lighting, full panel upgrades and generator installations to installing voice, data jacks, and WI-FI access points as well as run fiber optic cable for residential and light commercial properties. Electric Solutions of Richmond is a family run business and as such we strive to treat you like family, providing quality service at competitive prices. Our work is backed by over 20 years of experience and you'll always work with a licensed electrician to give you peace of mind with your investment. Our goal is to become your trusted ally. Providing for all your electrical needs in the most reliable and efficient manner while keeping your costs competitive and fair.

"Joe and Charles were great! They were personable and professional. I will definitely hire them again for my next project."

Dave E on October 2024


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Accent Tel USA

4.89(
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Accent Tel USA

4.89(
9
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Customers say: Quick response
17 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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.

"Telephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business "

Anthony O on September 2025

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.

"Telephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business "

Anthony O on September 2025


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Electric Synergy Partners, LLC

5.00(
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Electric Synergy Partners, LLC

5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Free onsite estimate

SERVICING HAMPTON ROADS/TIDEWATER AREAS We offer Meterbase & Entrance cable replacement, Parking lot Lighting Services, Installation of Conduit and Electric cable from the transform or pole, Setting and Removal of Utility poles, Pole Setting for pole barn/building structures, Work requiring Bucket and Auger truck, Mini excavator work, Tree trimming and cutting (Bucket access only-no climbing), Some crane lifts ( no higher the 35-40ft and loads under 5000lbs) conductor cable splices, meterbase and Entrance cable inspections. We may be able to assist with other services, please call or email to inquire.

"Very professional and timely "

Sonya H on December 2025

SERVICING HAMPTON ROADS/TIDEWATER AREAS We offer Meterbase & Entrance cable replacement, Parking lot Lighting Services, Installation of Conduit and Electric cable from the transform or pole, Setting and Removal of Utility poles, Pole Setting for pole barn/building structures, Work requiring Bucket and Auger truck, Mini excavator work, Tree trimming and cutting (Bucket access only-no climbing), Some crane lifts ( no higher the 35-40ft and loads under 5000lbs) conductor cable splices, meterbase and Entrance cable inspections. We may be able to assist with other services, please call or email to inquire.

"Very professional and timely "

Sonya H on December 2025


"Very well. Greg was polite, professional and honest. He completed the work efficiently. Would hire again."

JoAnn P on October 2024

I have 20 years of experience, the electrical work and industrial commercial and residential settings. I am prompt, hard-working, reasonably priced well-versed In the knowledge of my trade.

"Very well. Greg was polite, professional and honest. He completed the work efficiently. Would hire again."

JoAnn P on October 2024


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AB & Son Enterprises, Inc.

5.00(
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AB & Son Enterprises, Inc.

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

"They came out on time as scheduled and worked throughout the day. After the work was complete, they made sure I had no questions and worked with me to find the best day for the county to inspect the work. Everything has been working well since the installation of my new electrical panel. They were great to work with."

Lisa S on November 2024

We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

"They came out on time as scheduled and worked throughout the day. After the work was complete, they made sure I had no questions and worked with me to find the best day for the county to inspect the work. Everything has been working well since the installation of my new electrical panel. They were great to work with."

Lisa S on November 2024

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

Yes, whole-house generators run constantly for extended periods. Whole-house generators can run for longer periods of time than portable generators, but be careful. First, they may need regular applications of engine oil (as frequently as daily), depending on the engine design. Second, running constantly for several days will increase the wear and tear on the generator and shorten its lifespan.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

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.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

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