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Avatar for Tri-State Water, Power & Air

Tri-State Water, Power & Air

9526 Corsair Rd
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro

Tri-State Water, Power & Air

9526 Corsair Rd
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
98 local quotes requested
33 years of experience

We are the experts in the field of Whole Home Generator Sales and Installation, with over 20 years of experience in the game. We provide turn-key installation by licensed professionals - 24 hour emergency service - Remote Monitoring - Long term maintenance and service by factory trained technicians.

We are the experts in the field of Whole Home Generator Sales and Installation, with over 20 years of experience in the game. We provide turn-key installation by licensed professionals - 24 hour emergency service - Remote Monitoring - Long term maintenance and service by factory trained technicians.


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Current Electric Co

2942 N 117th St
4.66(
982
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Current Electric Co

2942 N 117th St
4.66(
982
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
173 local quotes requested
42 years of experience

Since 1983, Current Electric Co. has been providing homes and businesses throughout Milwaukee and surrounding areas expert electrical solutions. From whole home rewiring and service panel upgrades to lighting installation and outlet replacement, our highly trained electricians have you covered. We take the time to deliver unparalleled workmanship and customer service every time. Our local and skilled electricians work quickly and cleanly to restore your electric system as soon as possible while using cutting-edge products and techniques to ensure long-lasting and energy-efficient solutions. With years of commercial and residential electric experience, no job is too big or small for our highly trained team.

"Excellent service and professionalism. My electricians took the time to explain things in depth, and did a fantastic job. The company sends gift cards for future services, so I will definitely be hiring again."

Rachel G on September 2025

Since 1983, Current Electric Co. has been providing homes and businesses throughout Milwaukee and surrounding areas expert electrical solutions. From whole home rewiring and service panel upgrades to lighting installation and outlet replacement, our highly trained electricians have you covered. We take the time to deliver unparalleled workmanship and customer service every time. Our local and skilled electricians work quickly and cleanly to restore your electric system as soon as possible while using cutting-edge products and techniques to ensure long-lasting and energy-efficient solutions. With years of commercial and residential electric experience, no job is too big or small for our highly trained team.

"Excellent service and professionalism. My electricians took the time to explain things in depth, and did a fantastic job. The company sends gift cards for future services, so I will definitely be hiring again."

Rachel G on September 2025


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Double U Electric LLC

4.43(
7
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Double U Electric LLC

4.43(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
100 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

At Double U Electric, we take pride in offering every one of our customers electrical services at a fair price, while never straying away from our focus on customer service. We offer full range electrical services for anything around your home.

"They did everything I ask for and did a good job cleaning up."

Sharon M on January 2024

At Double U Electric, we take pride in offering every one of our customers electrical services at a fair price, while never straying away from our focus on customer service. We offer full range electrical services for anything around your home.

"They did everything I ask for and did a good job cleaning up."

Sharon M on January 2024


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M&L Electrical Solutions LLC

234 Broad Street
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro

M&L Electrical Solutions LLC

234 Broad Street
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
81 local quotes requested

“Power up your home with expert residential electrical services! Specializing in fan installations, lighting, outlets, EV chargers, and remodeling projects, we deliver quality work you can trust. Whether it’s a new installation or an upgrade, our skilled electricians ensure safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Contact us today to bring your electrical needs to life!”

"Very professional and friendly."

MARY C on January 2025

“Power up your home with expert residential electrical services! Specializing in fan installations, lighting, outlets, EV chargers, and remodeling projects, we deliver quality work you can trust. Whether it’s a new installation or an upgrade, our skilled electricians ensure safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Contact us today to bring your electrical needs to life!”

"Very professional and friendly."

MARY C on January 2025


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Ironworks IT

11001 W PIONEER RD
5.00(
2
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Ironworks IT

11001 W PIONEER RD
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
32 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

I pride myself on making sure that your IT needs and issues are resolved in a timely fashion. I will act as your IT professional, coordinating resolutions with all vendors connected to the issue. This can include your VOIP phone vendor, internet provider, or other software systems support. I can help you setup 3rd party software systems like UPS Worldship or SpeeDee Delivery for shipping. I have worked with various clients with the setup, of QuickBooks accounting, both On Premise and in the cloud. This includes importing data from other systems into Quickbooks. I have also migrated the QuickBooks desktop/on premise version to the Cloud based system. I routinely help customers with Computer, network, internet, and overall systems performance issues. When practical I will work onsite with you to assist you with your IT needs.

"Ironworks is very knowledgeable and responsive, ultimately in emergency situations. Jerry does not make me feel dumb and gives great tips for keeping us “users” out of big trouble. He is a lifesaver! Thank you!"

Debbie G on February 2025

I pride myself on making sure that your IT needs and issues are resolved in a timely fashion. I will act as your IT professional, coordinating resolutions with all vendors connected to the issue. This can include your VOIP phone vendor, internet provider, or other software systems support. I can help you setup 3rd party software systems like UPS Worldship or SpeeDee Delivery for shipping. I have worked with various clients with the setup, of QuickBooks accounting, both On Premise and in the cloud. This includes importing data from other systems into Quickbooks. I have also migrated the QuickBooks desktop/on premise version to the Cloud based system. I routinely help customers with Computer, network, internet, and overall systems performance issues. When practical I will work onsite with you to assist you with your IT needs.

"Ironworks is very knowledgeable and responsive, ultimately in emergency situations. Jerry does not make me feel dumb and gives great tips for keeping us “users” out of big trouble. He is a lifesaver! Thank you!"

Debbie G on February 2025


D3 Network Technologies, LLC

1903 Chicory Rd
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro

D3 Network Technologies, LLC

1903 Chicory Rd
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

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Alejo C on June 2022

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"N/A"

Alejo C on June 2022


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Milwaukee Electrical

3454 South Griffin Ave
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro

Milwaukee Electrical

3454 South Griffin Ave
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

We are an experienced crew with 10 years . I am excited to work with you on your project. Reliability and quality are our mission. Anything electrical is our expertise but check out all that we offer. Call for an estimate today! Emergency service available if needed.

"Elliott has a great attitude, Very thorough, fast, and the work was excellent and might I add very reasonable"

Kim I on June 2024

We are an experienced crew with 10 years . I am excited to work with you on your project. Reliability and quality are our mission. Anything electrical is our expertise but check out all that we offer. Call for an estimate today! Emergency service available if needed.

"Elliott has a great attitude, Very thorough, fast, and the work was excellent and might I add very reasonable"

Kim I on June 2024


VNA Telecom

920 Main St Apt 8
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro

VNA Telecom

920 Main St Apt 8
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.


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iTeleco.com

309 E Rand Rd Unit 183
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro

iTeleco.com

309 E Rand Rd Unit 183
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

Iteleco specializes in the REPAIR and SERVICE of legacy business phone systems. *** Is your phone system down or not working properly? ***Moving ? Need to relocate your phone system? ***Need voice & data cabling? Wiring for phones, PC's, Printers, Voip Phones , Printers & more EMERGENCY REPAIR SERVICES PLUS DISASTER RECOVERY OPTIONS Regardless if your phone system is 20 yrs old or new we offer the best support options in the area. Panasonic , Avaya, Nortel, AT&T, NEC, Toshiba , Vodavi, and more. Parts available for most systems. We also sell new & refurbished phone systems that work with AT&T, Comcast, TDS , and most carriers. CALL NOW ! Serving Chicago & Suburbs for over 35 Years

"He knew exactly what to do. He communicated very well about what he was doing and letting me know his findings after investigating the problem. He fixed the issue and now I can breathe a sigh of relief for a job very well done. He knows his job and performed it with such a great level of excellence."

Dorothy S on February 2024

Iteleco specializes in the REPAIR and SERVICE of legacy business phone systems. *** Is your phone system down or not working properly? ***Moving ? Need to relocate your phone system? ***Need voice & data cabling? Wiring for phones, PC's, Printers, Voip Phones , Printers & more EMERGENCY REPAIR SERVICES PLUS DISASTER RECOVERY OPTIONS Regardless if your phone system is 20 yrs old or new we offer the best support options in the area. Panasonic , Avaya, Nortel, AT&T, NEC, Toshiba , Vodavi, and more. Parts available for most systems. We also sell new & refurbished phone systems that work with AT&T, Comcast, TDS , and most carriers. CALL NOW ! Serving Chicago & Suburbs for over 35 Years

"He knew exactly what to do. He communicated very well about what he was doing and letting me know his findings after investigating the problem. He fixed the issue and now I can breathe a sigh of relief for a job very well done. He knows his job and performed it with such a great level of excellence."

Dorothy S on February 2024


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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

As long as they have enough fuel, whole-house generators can run for weeks at a time (400 to 500 hours) without suffering too much wear and tear. However, this type of extensive use isn’t ideal if you want to extend the life of your generator.

Two important points. First, some generators may need you to periodically check oil levels every day or so and refill as necessary for safe operation. Second, if your generator uses a fuel tank, keep it regularly full so it doesn’t suddenly shut off. Many backup generators can run through a full tank in a day when they are powering large portions of a home.

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.

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.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages at $5,200, but costs can range from $1,500 to $8,900, depending on the type and size of the generator, and the labor required to install it. To find the best deal while still ensuring the unit meets all the needs of your household, hire an electrician to calculate the electrical load of your must-have appliances and electronics beforehand so you don’t pay for more power than you need. As always, be sure to get at least three quotes to find the ideal fit for your needs and budget.

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