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Avatar for Cardinal Heating & Air Conditioning

Cardinal Heating & Air Conditioning

3361 BROOKS DR
4.88(
138
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Cardinal Heating & Air Conditioning

3361 BROOKS DR
4.88(
138
)
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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Drake Power Electric, LLC.

N6293 County Rd Q
5.00(
2
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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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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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Farr Services, LLC

642 N Bird St
4.88(
4
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Farr Services, LLC

642 N Bird St
4.88(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Farr Services, LLC, is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals has over 19 years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your project. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Contact us today!

"Shawn was on time, very knowledgeable., and professional. Will call him again when our generator needs servicing."

John B on September 2023

Farr Services, LLC, is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals has over 19 years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your project. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Contact us today!

"Shawn was on time, very knowledgeable., and professional. Will call him again when our generator needs servicing."

John B on September 2023


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A B Electric LLC

4065 Copper St
5.00(
2
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A B Electric LLC

4065 Copper St
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

With over 18 years of experience in electrical, A B Electric LLC is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!

"AB Electric is awesome! Small town service, and thatâ s a total compliment. We have made them our permanent electricians! They are FAST, FRIENDLY, and KNOWLEDGEABLE!"

Beth H on August 2022

With over 18 years of experience in electrical, A B Electric LLC is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!

"AB Electric is awesome! Small town service, and thatâ s a total compliment. We have made them our permanent electricians! They are FAST, FRIENDLY, and KNOWLEDGEABLE!"

Beth H on August 2022


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All Comfort Services

5245 Voges Rd
5.00(
6
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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


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WireOne

2810 Crossroads Dr Suite 4000
4.44(
194
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Approved Pro

WireOne

2810 Crossroads Dr Suite 4000
4.44(
194
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
181 local quotes requested

WIREONE is working to become the leading electrical contractor in the region through a customer-centric approach that provides our clients with the absolute best electrical services available. Our journeyman electricians are some of the most positively reviewed electricians in the industry. They consistently receive five-star reviews on sites such as Facebook and Google. We begin each residential service call with a client conference during which we’ll sit down with you to discuss your project and any related electrical needs. After gaining a complete understanding of your goals, we’ll perform our complimentary 57-point “Keep it Safe Inspection” to ensure that the electrical system in your home is performing safely and in conformance with local building codes. Then, before any work begins, we’ll provide you with Our Best Price. Our Best Price will be the most cost-effective way to complete your project quickly and safely. We also include a 5 year warranty on all work performed!

"They went above and beyond where the project started at and the technician was really great!"

Sam S on October 2025

WIREONE is working to become the leading electrical contractor in the region through a customer-centric approach that provides our clients with the absolute best electrical services available. Our journeyman electricians are some of the most positively reviewed electricians in the industry. They consistently receive five-star reviews on sites such as Facebook and Google. We begin each residential service call with a client conference during which we’ll sit down with you to discuss your project and any related electrical needs. After gaining a complete understanding of your goals, we’ll perform our complimentary 57-point “Keep it Safe Inspection” to ensure that the electrical system in your home is performing safely and in conformance with local building codes. Then, before any work begins, we’ll provide you with Our Best Price. Our Best Price will be the most cost-effective way to complete your project quickly and safely. We also include a 5 year warranty on all work performed!

"They went above and beyond where the project started at and the technician was really great!"

Sam S on October 2025


Excel Electric, Inc.

5635 Townhall Drive
4.86(
39
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Approved Pro

Excel Electric, Inc.

5635 Townhall Drive
4.86(
39
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
40 local quotes requested

Since 1994, we have given the best quality service for your electrical needs. We go above and beyond for all of our clients. You will never be disappointed when you work with Excel Electric, Inc. Ask us about our daily service. We look forward to working with you.

"It was great. They were quick and precise and got the job done right away"

Judy Y on June 2021

Since 1994, we have given the best quality service for your electrical needs. We go above and beyond for all of our clients. You will never be disappointed when you work with Excel Electric, Inc. Ask us about our daily service. We look forward to working with you.

"It was great. They were quick and precise and got the job done right away"

Judy Y on June 2021


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Engelhart Electric, Inc.

21 Marsh Court
4.77(
71
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Approved Pro

Engelhart Electric, Inc.

21 Marsh Court
4.77(
71
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

Engelhart Electric, Inc. was founded in 2014 by two brothers, Justin and Chaise Engelhart. After many years of the brothers working together in the cellular, commercial, and residential electrical services arena, they decided to start their own company, and Engelhart Electric, Inc. was formed. The brothers have a combined 31 years of electrical experience. Chaise holds a Masters Electrical License, and Justin holds a State of Wisconsin electrician's license. The brothers are Madison natives and are well known in the greater Madison area for their ability to finish projects on time with high expertise and precision. They are prompt and courteous, with high attention to detail. CALL TODAY!

"After being jerked around from another company for weeks, Engelhart quoted me for the job the same day and had the work done the following Monday. Thank you! I highly recommend your company. Very professional and prompt."

Tim B on September 2024

Engelhart Electric, Inc. was founded in 2014 by two brothers, Justin and Chaise Engelhart. After many years of the brothers working together in the cellular, commercial, and residential electrical services arena, they decided to start their own company, and Engelhart Electric, Inc. was formed. The brothers have a combined 31 years of electrical experience. Chaise holds a Masters Electrical License, and Justin holds a State of Wisconsin electrician's license. The brothers are Madison natives and are well known in the greater Madison area for their ability to finish projects on time with high expertise and precision. They are prompt and courteous, with high attention to detail. CALL TODAY!

"After being jerked around from another company for weeks, Engelhart quoted me for the job the same day and had the work done the following Monday. Thank you! I highly recommend your company. Very professional and prompt."

Tim B on September 2024


We are a residential electrical company specializing in service upgrades, remodeling, knob and tube wiring removal, generators and specialty lighting.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

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.

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