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Avatar for Wisler Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electric

Wisler Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electric

405 Industry Blvd
4.69(
247
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Approved Pro

Wisler Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electric

405 Industry Blvd
4.69(
247
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
251 local quotes requested

Wisler Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric proudly serves Roanoke and surrounding area, all of Franklin County, and everyone located around Smith Mountain Lake. When our dad Daniel Wisler put our name on his business back in 1986, he committed to doing what was fair and right. He led by example and he taught us to do the same. He taught us to stand up, work hard through adversity; to take responsibility for our mistakes. It’s not easy, but it’s the difference between a business that survives and a business that thrives. Wisler’s foundation of beliefs lights our way, from policies we live by to the people we hire.

"Both technicians were efficient, courteous, and took time to explain what they were doing. I would highly recommend Wisler to anyone needing electrical work."

Wendy R on July 2025

Wisler Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric proudly serves Roanoke and surrounding area, all of Franklin County, and everyone located around Smith Mountain Lake. When our dad Daniel Wisler put our name on his business back in 1986, he committed to doing what was fair and right. He led by example and he taught us to do the same. He taught us to stand up, work hard through adversity; to take responsibility for our mistakes. It’s not easy, but it’s the difference between a business that survives and a business that thrives. Wisler’s foundation of beliefs lights our way, from policies we live by to the people we hire.

"Both technicians were efficient, courteous, and took time to explain what they were doing. I would highly recommend Wisler to anyone needing electrical work."

Wendy R on July 2025


"Very, very well. We highly recommend Travis and his team."

Craig H on October 2020

We offer Straight Forward Pricing! Our Electricians are Background Checked and Drug Tested for your Safety and Peace Of Mind! Our Vans are like a Warehouse On Wheels to Save You Time!

"Very, very well. We highly recommend Travis and his team."

Craig H on October 2020


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Maxfield Electric, LLC

2017 Heys Ln
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro

Maxfield Electric, LLC

2017 Heys Ln
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 local quotes requested

Maxfield Electric, LLC was found in 2022 on the core principles of integrity, quality, and commitment to excellence. These core principles are visibly in every phase of our company’s operation. We take great pride separating ourselves from competition by delivering a high quality of workmanship and raising the standard of electrical contracting.

"Alex showed up on time, was very professional and the best part is that his estimate was very fair and less than others. Highly recommend!"

Kathleen M on July 2025

Maxfield Electric, LLC was found in 2022 on the core principles of integrity, quality, and commitment to excellence. These core principles are visibly in every phase of our company’s operation. We take great pride separating ourselves from competition by delivering a high quality of workmanship and raising the standard of electrical contracting.

"Alex showed up on time, was very professional and the best part is that his estimate was very fair and less than others. Highly recommend!"

Kathleen M on July 2025


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Accent Tel USA

3501 Bessie Coleman Blvd, Suite 25203
4.89(
9
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Accent Tel USA

3501 Bessie Coleman Blvd, Suite 25203
4.89(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
16 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


Lockard Contracting

7640 Webb Road
4.57(
7
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Approved Pro

Lockard Contracting

7640 Webb Road
4.57(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
32 years of experience

With over 40 years of contracting experience, there is no project we cannot handle! We handle all levels of plumbing and electrical as our specialty but are also equip to handle any construction services needed. Give us a call today for a FREE estimate!

"This is the second time I have used Mr. Lockard, and I am very satisfied with the job he has done. He quoted me a fair price, and stuck to it , even though working conditions in our metal garage were extremely hot. This caused the time to complete to drag out longer than first planned. He takes time to do the job right!"

Arthur H on September 2020

With over 40 years of contracting experience, there is no project we cannot handle! We handle all levels of plumbing and electrical as our specialty but are also equip to handle any construction services needed. Give us a call today for a FREE estimate!

"This is the second time I have used Mr. Lockard, and I am very satisfied with the job he has done. He quoted me a fair price, and stuck to it , even though working conditions in our metal garage were extremely hot. This caused the time to complete to drag out longer than first planned. He takes time to do the job right!"

Arthur H on September 2020


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Wooldridge Heating & Air, Inc.

14179 Wards Road
4.83(
57
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Approved Pro

Wooldridge Heating & Air, Inc.

14179 Wards Road
4.83(
57
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 local quotes requested

Faithfully servicing the community for over 42 years, you can count on the extensive experience of Wooldridge Heating & Air technicians to manage all your generator and electrical needs with prompt professionalism and attention to detail. Wooldridge has a team of certified technicians who provide free consultations and follow regulated installation requirements. We ensure that your HVAC repairs, services and electrical work are done efficiently and properly. We are committed to providing superior service by demonstrating: Integrity in our commitment to honesty and value- added service; Attention to detail as we strive to perfect installation procedures and exceed industry standards; Innovation by servicing all brands and staying current with new methods and technology; Follow-up visits and courtesy calls by our Quality Inspection Specialist to ensure every installation meets the highest standard. Call us today!

"HE DONT A GOOD JOB."

HERMAN D on September 2024

Faithfully servicing the community for over 42 years, you can count on the extensive experience of Wooldridge Heating & Air technicians to manage all your generator and electrical needs with prompt professionalism and attention to detail. Wooldridge has a team of certified technicians who provide free consultations and follow regulated installation requirements. We ensure that your HVAC repairs, services and electrical work are done efficiently and properly. We are committed to providing superior service by demonstrating: Integrity in our commitment to honesty and value- added service; Attention to detail as we strive to perfect installation procedures and exceed industry standards; Innovation by servicing all brands and staying current with new methods and technology; Follow-up visits and courtesy calls by our Quality Inspection Specialist to ensure every installation meets the highest standard. Call us today!

"HE DONT A GOOD JOB."

HERMAN D on September 2024


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GRIMS ELECTRIC

601 BRAKE RD
5.00(
2
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GRIMS ELECTRIC

601 BRAKE RD
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom 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.

"Very good service, no complaints at all very courteous and nice everything was done in a timely manor and priced fair compared to other companies."

Jacob D on October 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom 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.

"Very good service, no complaints at all very courteous and nice everything was done in a timely manor and priced fair compared to other companies."

Jacob D on October 2025


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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
253 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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Holistiq Building Systems and Services LLC

2392 Goode Rd
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro

Holistiq Building Systems and Services LLC

2392 Goode Rd
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
39 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

"Joshua and his apprentice connected my Tesla wall charger with exceptional proficiency. He is not only a trustworthy and personable individual but also highly professional. I intend to hire him again for installing additional outlets in my house."

Dallas S on October 2025

With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

"Joshua and his apprentice connected my Tesla wall charger with exceptional proficiency. He is not only a trustworthy and personable individual but also highly professional. I intend to hire him again for installing additional outlets in my house."

Dallas S on October 2025


EconoGen LLC

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EconoGen LLC

No reviews yet
Free onsite estimate

EconoGen LLC provides generator sales, service, and installation of our industry-leading whole-house emergency power solution throughout Central Virginia. Many of our customers gave up on ever having a whole-house emergency power solution after receiving outrageous estimates, often in the $18,000 to $20,000 range from our competitors. The DuroMax dual-fuel generator is at the heart of our system, and we offer our customers a whole-house solution starting at around $6000! We have operated our small businesses in Central Virginia for the past 19-years. You may be familiar with our other business, Clarkboys Kettle Corn. Our businesses are built on Christian principles, and we live, work, and play with our customers. Your satisfaction is our #1 priority!

EconoGen LLC provides generator sales, service, and installation of our industry-leading whole-house emergency power solution throughout Central Virginia. Many of our customers gave up on ever having a whole-house emergency power solution after receiving outrageous estimates, often in the $18,000 to $20,000 range from our competitors. The DuroMax dual-fuel generator is at the heart of our system, and we offer our customers a whole-house solution starting at around $6000! We have operated our small businesses in Central Virginia for the past 19-years. You may be familiar with our other business, Clarkboys Kettle Corn. Our businesses are built on Christian principles, and we live, work, and play with our customers. Your satisfaction is our #1 priority!

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

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. 

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.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

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