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Cardinal Heating & Air Conditioning

3361 BROOKS DR
4.88(
138
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Approved Pro

Cardinal Heating & Air Conditioning

3361 BROOKS DR
4.88(
138
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
163 local quotes requested

Since 1984, Cardinal Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric has provided the Sun Prairie, WI and the surrounding area with exceptional Heating, Air Conditioning, Electrical and Plumbing services. We offer professional technicians, same-day installations and 24-hour emergency service. We believe we are the right choice for any of your HVAC, Plumbing, or Electrical needs. Call today to schedule your next appointment!

"Nick our technician was professional, informative and explained everything he was doing in detail and at a level we could understand and follow. We are so impressed with Cardinal, with Nick the technician and will not only hire them again, but highly recommend them to family and friends."

Meg V on October 2025

Since 1984, Cardinal Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric has provided the Sun Prairie, WI and the surrounding area with exceptional Heating, Air Conditioning, Electrical and Plumbing services. We offer professional technicians, same-day installations and 24-hour emergency service. We believe we are the right choice for any of your HVAC, Plumbing, or Electrical needs. Call today to schedule your next appointment!

"Nick our technician was professional, informative and explained everything he was doing in detail and at a level we could understand and follow. We are so impressed with Cardinal, with Nick the technician and will not only hire them again, but highly recommend them to family and friends."

Meg V on October 2025


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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
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
192 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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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


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Drake Power Electric, LLC.

N6293 County Rd Q
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro

Drake Power Electric, LLC.

N6293 County Rd Q
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

Drake Power Electric, LLC, is 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 customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Hunter did a great job and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for electrical work."

Jon B on July 2023

Drake Power Electric, LLC, is 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 customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Hunter did a great job and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for electrical work."

Jon B on July 2023


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NextPhase Technology Solutions LLC

3602 Atwood Ave
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro

NextPhase Technology Solutions LLC

3602 Atwood Ave
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

NextPhase provides network and technology support to business. We are available to assist as the first point of contact for any technology support needs, and are also able to assist IT staff with specific projects or needs. We enjoy a challenge, and often are able to quickly resolve long standing IT and technology issues when others have failed. As a full service technology provider, we are able to assist with network infrastructure, new PC and server equipment, telephone and voice equipment, and network security. We work with a wide range of technology solutions and are experts working with Windows and Linux.

"Jake is the best at what he does and is very thoughtful. I had a complicated situation and he visited the site and found an ideal solution for wifi connectivity. He created a fully built solution to my issue and examined all the points to consider."

Isaiah K on July 2022

NextPhase provides network and technology support to business. We are available to assist as the first point of contact for any technology support needs, and are also able to assist IT staff with specific projects or needs. We enjoy a challenge, and often are able to quickly resolve long standing IT and technology issues when others have failed. As a full service technology provider, we are able to assist with network infrastructure, new PC and server equipment, telephone and voice equipment, and network security. We work with a wide range of technology solutions and are experts working with Windows and Linux.

"Jake is the best at what he does and is very thoughtful. I had a complicated situation and he visited the site and found an ideal solution for wifi connectivity. He created a fully built solution to my issue and examined all the points to consider."

Isaiah K on July 2022


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All Comfort Services

5245 Voges Rd
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro

All Comfort Services

5245 Voges Rd
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
92 local quotes requested
52 years of experience

All Comfort Services is a 50+ year old employee-owned heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical contractor serving residential and commercial customers in Dane and parts of Rock, Columbia, and Jefferson counties. We may need to confirm a specific zip code that we service. Our team understands that when you call a local electrician, you need a trained, certified, and insured professional who will arrive on time and be ready to provide the solutions you need. Our repair dispatch fee is $149.

"They explained me that the service was not needed, I'm very impressed and thankful for explaining me the situation."

Candace B on October 2025

All Comfort Services is a 50+ year old employee-owned heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical contractor serving residential and commercial customers in Dane and parts of Rock, Columbia, and Jefferson counties. We may need to confirm a specific zip code that we service. Our team understands that when you call a local electrician, you need a trained, certified, and insured professional who will arrive on time and be ready to provide the solutions you need. Our repair dispatch fee is $149.

"They explained me that the service was not needed, I'm very impressed and thankful for explaining me the situation."

Candace B on October 2025



J&L Automotive and 4 Wheel Drive Center

4726 E Broadway
5.00(
1
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J&L Automotive and 4 Wheel Drive Center

4726 E Broadway
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

J&L Automotive and 4 Wheel Drive Center is a full service automotive repair and service location. In addition to this we also sell and install automotive and 4x4 accessories. J&L also sells and services snow plows and salters.

J&L Automotive and 4 Wheel Drive Center is a full service automotive repair and service location. In addition to this we also sell and install automotive and 4x4 accessories. J&L also sells and services snow plows and salters.


Epic Electric Inc.

721 Pony Lane
1.00(
1
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Epic Electric Inc.

721 Pony Lane
1.00(
1
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Emergency services offered

We are a very low overhead electrical contractor. We strive to provide our customers with the best and most affordable solutions for their electrical needs.

"I requested a quote to move a light switch 12”. An electrician came out and quoted me $75 plus materials, I said fine and we set up a date/time. I received a bill for over $300! I called and asked why I was billed for 2 guys and 7 hours of work for 1 light switch??!! And they took away my dimmer option. They said they would remove 2 hours from my bill. I’m still stuck paying $290 for one light switch being moved 12”!! This company is crooked! Do not use them!"

Prue L on April 2019

We are a very low overhead electrical contractor. We strive to provide our customers with the best and most affordable solutions for their electrical needs.

"I requested a quote to move a light switch 12”. An electrician came out and quoted me $75 plus materials, I said fine and we set up a date/time. I received a bill for over $300! I called and asked why I was billed for 2 guys and 7 hours of work for 1 light switch??!! And they took away my dimmer option. They said they would remove 2 hours from my bill. I’m still stuck paying $290 for one light switch being moved 12”!! This company is crooked! Do not use them!"

Prue L on April 2019


Dave's Auto Service

4822 Pflaum Rd.
4.50(
3
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Dave's Auto Service

4822 Pflaum Rd.
4.50(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
27 years of experience

The place to go for all your automotive repair needs. Dave’s Auto Service is a small shop, with a simple promise: to treat every customer as an individual. At Dave’s shop, you will not only get the fairest price, you will be treated like a friend. Dave will get to know you in order to understand your automotive repair needs and help you determine the best course of action for you and your vehicle. Dave will explain what repairs are critical and need to be done immediately, as well as what repairs could possibly be held off until a later time. He will explain the pros and cons of having each repair done, or letting them wait. He can also help you set up a regular car maintenance schedule to avoid costly breakdowns in the future. Dave will be honest and upfront with you about your vehicle. We encourage you to contact us today for all of your mechanical and car related needs – you’ll be glad you did! Car repair you can trust! Located on the East Side of Madison, WI.

The place to go for all your automotive repair needs. Dave’s Auto Service is a small shop, with a simple promise: to treat every customer as an individual. At Dave’s shop, you will not only get the fairest price, you will be treated like a friend. Dave will get to know you in order to understand your automotive repair needs and help you determine the best course of action for you and your vehicle. Dave will explain what repairs are critical and need to be done immediately, as well as what repairs could possibly be held off until a later time. He will explain the pros and cons of having each repair done, or letting them wait. He can also help you set up a regular car maintenance schedule to avoid costly breakdowns in the future. Dave will be honest and upfront with you about your vehicle. We encourage you to contact us today for all of your mechanical and car related needs – you’ll be glad you did! Car repair you can trust! Located on the East Side of Madison, WI.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

No, this is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and you should never attempt it. If you connect your generator to your home without a transfer switch, the generated power can backfeed, essentially flowing back into the utility lines. Backfeeding exposes a significant threat of fatalities or harm to you and utility personnel, in addition to jeopardizing the structural integrity of your home.

Whole-house generators can last 20 to 40 years with normal operation and proper maintenance. If you look up the specifications for your generator, you may be able to find a lifespan rated in hours of operation. Life expectancy will vary depending on how often and for how long you use the generator each year. Choosing a fuel with low impact like natural gas or diesel can help generators last as long as possible.

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

A 1,500 square foot home will likely need a 15kW to 20kW generator. When deciding on whole-house generator size, add up the total wattage of the devices that you’d like to continue running during a power outage. That way, you can ensure you purchase a generator that can power your necessary appliances or medical equipment during an electrical emergency.

If you’re deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

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