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Accent Tel USA

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Accent Tel USA

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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


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W B Lightning Rods

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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
200 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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Wisler Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electric

4.76(
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Wisler Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electric

4.76(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
275 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


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Maxfield Electric, LLC

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Maxfield Electric, LLC

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
49 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!"

Kate 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!"

Kate M 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


Southernwoods Woodworking

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Southernwoods Woodworking

4.33(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
390 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

Owner operated. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Demar stole my people's money, stripped the house, and disappeared. He's unreliable and appears to not have the credentials that he talked so highly of. My folks reached out to another contractor recently to try and get the house done... While assessing this mess, the contractor mentioned a guy who did a really bad job on his cabinets. Come to find out, that guy was actually Demar! I do not recommend this business AT ALL. Save yourself the headache and go with a REAL professional."

Erica S on November 2025

Owner operated. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Demar stole my people's money, stripped the house, and disappeared. He's unreliable and appears to not have the credentials that he talked so highly of. My folks reached out to another contractor recently to try and get the house done... While assessing this mess, the contractor mentioned a guy who did a really bad job on his cabinets. Come to find out, that guy was actually Demar! I do not recommend this business AT ALL. Save yourself the headache and go with a REAL professional."

Erica S on November 2025


Father and son team, one job at a time. If I fail to contact you through email or message, please call directly to (540) 330 4332 due extensive volume.


EconoGen LLC

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EconoGen LLC

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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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Managed Generator Services

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Managed Generator Services

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Expert generator repair and maintenance with over 25 years of residential, commercial and industrial expertise on all major brands. Our techs are all listened and reliable giving making us proud to be the industry-leader in response times. We also provide power solution consultations for home and commercial with a special focus on nursing home consultations.

Expert generator repair and maintenance with over 25 years of residential, commercial and industrial expertise on all major brands. Our techs are all listened and reliable giving making us proud to be the industry-leader in response times. We also provide power solution consultations for home and commercial with a special focus on nursing home consultations.


"Top notch work! These guys really want the customer to be happy with the job. I had 200 Amp Service installed plus a 50 Amp sub-panel on a new garage. Brad Basham came out to do the estimate and he was one step ahead of me the whole way knowing exactly what was needed for a quality job exceeding my expectations. He suggested a surge suppressor on the panel for my needs before I did after describing my requirements and use of the electric service. I wanted a particular sub-panel for a 50A RV hook-up and he understood why and went out of his way to get the proper equipment. The guys showed up and did a better job than I could. They would even ask for my input on multiple ways to run the service and sub-panel to make sure the customer was happy. Unbelievable top notch work from start to finish."

Timothy E on April 2018

"Top notch work! These guys really want the customer to be happy with the job. I had 200 Amp Service installed plus a 50 Amp sub-panel on a new garage. Brad Basham came out to do the estimate and he was one step ahead of me the whole way knowing exactly what was needed for a quality job exceeding my expectations. He suggested a surge suppressor on the panel for my needs before I did after describing my requirements and use of the electric service. I wanted a particular sub-panel for a 50A RV hook-up and he understood why and went out of his way to get the proper equipment. The guys showed up and did a better job than I could. They would even ask for my input on multiple ways to run the service and sub-panel to make sure the customer was happy. Unbelievable top notch work from start to finish."

Timothy E on April 2018

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

Many services include assembling the unit and securing it in the window. Confirm with your provider.

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. 

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

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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