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Current Electric Co

2942 N 117th St
4.66(
982
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Approved Pro

Current Electric Co

2942 N 117th St
4.66(
982
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
193 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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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
101 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


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
)
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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Gray Electric LLC

N4717 Hwy 12-16
5.00(
1
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Gray Electric LLC

N4717 Hwy 12-16
5.00(
1
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Proudly serving both Mauston and Tomah and the area for over 50 years as a family owned and operated business, Gray Electric is the leading residential and commercial, and industrial electrical service provider in the region. Not only can we address any electrical service needs, we’ll provide you with a variety of options so you can choose which one works best for you! We handle projects of any size, from residential repairs to rewiring entire factories. Our employees are skilled at their craft, have apprenticed with master electricians, take continuing education courses, and regularly attend seminars. The main goal of Gray Electric for has always been quality customer service. That goal has been attained with the professional, competent, and caring employees.

"Great, the electrician showed up on time, replaced the box and put a new cover on, and he even swept up his mess and wiped the floor up with a paper towel! Would recommend to any of my friends and family!"

Myles C on February 2019

Proudly serving both Mauston and Tomah and the area for over 50 years as a family owned and operated business, Gray Electric is the leading residential and commercial, and industrial electrical service provider in the region. Not only can we address any electrical service needs, we’ll provide you with a variety of options so you can choose which one works best for you! We handle projects of any size, from residential repairs to rewiring entire factories. Our employees are skilled at their craft, have apprenticed with master electricians, take continuing education courses, and regularly attend seminars. The main goal of Gray Electric for has always been quality customer service. That goal has been attained with the professional, competent, and caring employees.

"Great, the electrician showed up on time, replaced the box and put a new cover on, and he even swept up his mess and wiped the floor up with a paper towel! Would recommend to any of my friends and family!"

Myles C on February 2019


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Pinscher Construction

905 Greenwood Rd.
No reviews yet

Pinscher Construction

905 Greenwood Rd.
No reviews yet
19 years of experience

Pinscher Construction is a full service general contractor specializing in complete rehab projects, home additions, new construction development, kitchen and bathroom renovations in the Chicagoland area. Pinscher Construction is licensed, fully insured, and has the ability to handle all of your home improvement needs. Feel the comfort of knowing your contractor and trusting that the job gets done from start to finish no matter how big or small. From design to completion, we pride ourselves not only on our quality of construction but also on our ability to manage your project in a well-organized and timely manner. Pinscher Construction includes a 1-year warranty on all of our work and will take care of any building issues for you as needed. In addition, the products used in your home also come with manufacturers warranties.

Pinscher Construction is a full service general contractor specializing in complete rehab projects, home additions, new construction development, kitchen and bathroom renovations in the Chicagoland area. Pinscher Construction is licensed, fully insured, and has the ability to handle all of your home improvement needs. Feel the comfort of knowing your contractor and trusting that the job gets done from start to finish no matter how big or small. From design to completion, we pride ourselves not only on our quality of construction but also on our ability to manage your project in a well-organized and timely manner. Pinscher Construction includes a 1-year warranty on all of our work and will take care of any building issues for you as needed. In addition, the products used in your home also come with manufacturers warranties.


Next Energy Solution Inc.

231 Walnut St
1.00(
2
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Next Energy Solution Inc.

231 Walnut St
1.00(
2
)
30 years of experience

Next Energy Solution Inc. is a Pioneer in the Solar Electric Industry with Pre Engineered Plug N Play Solar Electric Systems. We contract with Electrical design engineers throughout North America to bring the best possbile solution for the customer. We prescreen our contracting partners to ensure they are properly Licensed and Insured and trained, giving our customer a good experience and willingness to refer NES to the friends. NES offers No Money Down Financing program up to $40,000. NES is AG Star approved vendor of Solar Electric Systems for Agriculture NES has specially designed easy to install Plug N Play Solar kits with a 25 Year performance Warranty.

"It did not. After paying a down payment and submitting all paperwork the array was not installed. From my experience I cannot recommend this company."

Shane B on August 2018

Next Energy Solution Inc. is a Pioneer in the Solar Electric Industry with Pre Engineered Plug N Play Solar Electric Systems. We contract with Electrical design engineers throughout North America to bring the best possbile solution for the customer. We prescreen our contracting partners to ensure they are properly Licensed and Insured and trained, giving our customer a good experience and willingness to refer NES to the friends. NES offers No Money Down Financing program up to $40,000. NES is AG Star approved vendor of Solar Electric Systems for Agriculture NES has specially designed easy to install Plug N Play Solar kits with a 25 Year performance Warranty.

"It did not. After paying a down payment and submitting all paperwork the array was not installed. From my experience I cannot recommend this company."

Shane B on August 2018


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Toboa Energy Resources LLC

200 S Executive Dr #101
No reviews yet

Toboa Energy Resources LLC

200 S Executive Dr #101
No reviews yet
18 years of experience

Specializing in sales and application of industrial products providing high quality US made solar and fluid handling equipment with products such as pumps, filters, valves and more. We offer expert application engineering services for complete lines of power generation equipment and accessories, portable and stationary lighting, heat transfer, electric motors and drives, just about everything! Buy your equipment here online or over the phone offering top brand pumps, filters, valves, solar panels, generators, commercial and residential lighting solutions a perfect source for contractors. Toboa Energy serves original equipment manufacturers “O.E.M.s”, commercial, industrial and residential customers. Located in the heartland of America we’ve supplied residential, commercial, agricultural, industrial, military and government needs online since 2007. We offer products designed, assembled or completely built in North America.

Specializing in sales and application of industrial products providing high quality US made solar and fluid handling equipment with products such as pumps, filters, valves and more. We offer expert application engineering services for complete lines of power generation equipment and accessories, portable and stationary lighting, heat transfer, electric motors and drives, just about everything! Buy your equipment here online or over the phone offering top brand pumps, filters, valves, solar panels, generators, commercial and residential lighting solutions a perfect source for contractors. Toboa Energy serves original equipment manufacturers “O.E.M.s”, commercial, industrial and residential customers. Located in the heartland of America we’ve supplied residential, commercial, agricultural, industrial, military and government needs online since 2007. We offer products designed, assembled or completely built in North America.


Silva Power & Communications, LLC

2123 Laurie Ln
5.00(
1
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Silva Power & Communications, LLC

2123 Laurie Ln
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned Electrical Contractors working in the area for 15+ years. We offer competitive pricing, credit card payments and online payments. Licensed, Bonded and Insured.

Family owned Electrical Contractors working in the area for 15+ years. We offer competitive pricing, credit card payments and online payments. Licensed, Bonded and Insured.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Whole-house generators need to be installed on level ground several feet away from walls and other objects. Because they tap into the electrical system directly, they usually need to be close to your home electrical panel for a transfer switch installation. It also helps with installation if they are near to a gas line or propane tank installation.

When choosing the right size generator for your needs, consider a few items to help calculate the wattage you’ll need. Start by determining which household items and appliances you want to power, and then add the wattages together. Check out the wattage of these essential appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 watts

Running home appliances like these requires a partial or whole-house generator. A portable generator may be enough to power your home if you only plan to keep a refrigerator and freezer running. 

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

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 shouldn’t use an extension cord to plug a generator directly into your home without using a transfer switch. That’s because systems like pumps and HVAC fans need a steady power source that might not be available directly from your generator alone. If you bypass the circuit breaker box, you risk damaging your electrical system, creating a risk of electrical fire or electrical shock to you or any workers repairing lines on your local electrical grid.

The Twin Lakes, WI homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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