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Avatar for Rollins Repair
Rollins Repair
4.7(
56
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Serving Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Our existing generator died. James diagnosed the problem and gave us a few options to repair or replace it. We chose to replace it. James handled everything, from getting and installing the new generator to electrical and fuel (propane) connections. We have asked him to schedule us for the annual maintenance on the machine. We are pleased, though we haven't lost power since it was installed, LOL."
 Air Cooled Generator
 30KW Quitesoure
 Residential Installation
 20KW Air Cooled
 Another Residential Installation

+6

Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Long Electric, LLC
4.9(
167
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Serving Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Long Electric goes above and beyond, here's how: 1. Generator maintenance: They have a thorough checklist, make a log of all repairs and replacements and then -- they clean the generator inside and out. We have had generators for 15 years and no other company took the time to clean the thing -- AND they're less expensive than most other electrical contractors. 2. Long Electric has always been at the house within 12 hours of a call for service. Example: We suffered a lightening strike to the house, which damaged anything in the house with a mother board, including the generator. Patrick, the master electrician who services our house, was here within 12 hours and installed surge protectors, repaired several GFI outlets that had been fried, got our electrical situation straightened out in one day. 3. A week after the lightening strike we lost power and found that the generator's mother board got fried due to the lightening strike and Patrick was able to diagnose it, repair and and get us back up in one day. Call Long Electric -- they'll install it or repair it in short order and have you back to normal. We would't go to another company."
Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Haas and Sons Electric Inc
4.8(
128
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Serving Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I was having electrical problems throughout my house. Some appliances worked, some didn’t. Some lights were too bright sometimes, others were too dim sometimes. Some electrical outlets worked, some didn’t. Chris was courteous and professional. He diagnosed the problem in about 15 minutes and called BG&E himself to arrange for BG&E to send a repair truck out to my house, since the problem was a damaged power line leading into the house (specifically, the ground/neutral wire had been severed from rubbing up against a tree)."
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+8

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tim Kyle Electric Heating & Cooling
4.9(
369
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Serving Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1986

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We use Tim Kyle for all of our electrical needs and Zack and David have been coming for several years for inspections and our repairs. They just completed a replacement of our 50 year old electrical service. Took two days but they did an excellent job for what I think is a reasonable cost. highly recommend them as really smart people and very easy to work with. Everyone we have dealt with t the company are pleasant and helpful. Use them!"
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+17

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chesapeake Electric
4.7(
75
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Serving Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Ryan came out a few months before to fix a lamp on the front lawn.  Very professional and fixed problem quickly.  

More recently our house had a lightening strike, knocking our half the circuits.  I sent Ryan an email at 11:00 PM and he responded in 15 minutes that he would be out the following day.  He came right on time, repaired the issues that needed to be repaired.  He did not have all the parts on his truck and asked if he could pick them up and finish up the following day.  My family was heading out on vacation the next day and I told Ryan we could finish this up when we return.  His response was "lets get this done before you leave".  He went out, got the parts, returned in a hour and finished up the job.

Ryan helped make a difficult time a little more manageable.  Really appropriate it and highly recommend then!




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+5

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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GAC Services
4.8(
291
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Serving Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Drake and Tassos did an excellent job analyzing the cause of our generator malfunction. They were also very professional and courteous in their communications and interactions. Thank you!"
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66 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Vital Electric
5.0(
42
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Serving Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ludwing did an amazing job! He installed a new light fixture in my home and what I appreciated the most was that he explained the connection to the wiring and how things work. This was very helpful because he corrected a job from a handyman who installed a light fixture that could have destroyed my home. He is a master of his craft. Not only will I use him for future projects but have also shared his contact with friends needing electronic assistance."
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+8

Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by61%of homeowners
Avatar for Haas & Sons Electric, Inc.
Haas & Sons Electric, Inc.
4.8(
155
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Serving Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Alex listened to my description of the electrical problems I wanted repaired and then efficiently diagnosed the problems and provided an estimate for the repairs. I agreed to the estimate and Alex did the work as proposed. I definitely recommend this company and specifically the electrician Alex. Thank you, Scott Stangle"
Recess lights
shower vent/light
Yuck- fluorescent lights
Exhaust fan install
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+22

Response time3 hrs
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Able Electrical Services Inc
4.9(
468
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Serving Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Keith from Able showed up to my home promptly and completed the job in a timely manner to my satisfaction. He was very professional and answered all of my questions and concerns and went through the process of how to operate the generator proficiently. I would definitely recommend Able Electrical for electrical services!"
Kitchen Lighting
Modem Home
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for generator repair projects in Highland, MD

There is often some confusion about the type of work these professionals do. They only work on electrical systems such as outlets, lighting fixtures and electrical panels – they aren’t appliance repairmen.

There are three types of electricians: Master, Journeyman and Apprentice. Electrical licensing varies quite a bit by state. Some have licenses for apprentices and some do not. Some have a master’s rank while others stop at journeyman. Despite the differences, they all require a minimum amount of experience and usually classroom time.

  • Apprentice electricians aren’t usually licensed and spend 4 years learning the trade. Throughout that time, they work on a wide range of projects to learn to become a Journeyman. They’ll do basic work like installing fixtures and replacing outlets all the way to assisting in wiring a home. Regardless of the type of project, they must always be supervised by a Journeyman or Master electrician.

  • Journeymen work without supervision. In a few states, this is the highest level available and they can do all levels of work from wiring a new home to installing a light. In some states, they need a separate electrical contractor license to run a business. In places with a master’s level, a journeyman can do all work besides design new electrical systems.

  • Master electricians usually manage a shop, design new electrical systems in new construction and oversee both Journeyman and Apprentices. They typically bid new projects. Though they focus on larger projects, it’s not unheard of for a homeowner to request a Master Electrician for a house call. If you do, expect to spend up to 25% more for the visit.

Generally, you don’t tip electricians, but that’s not to say they don’t appreciate it if you do. You can offer them something to drink or eat, like coffee and donuts. Most will appreciate it if you do.

The education and certifications required to become an electrician vary by state, though they generally follow this list:

  1. Apprentice

    • Does not always require a license depending on the state.

    • Learns on the job under Journeyman and Master Electricians.

    • Usually needs 4 years on-the-job training before they can test for a Journeyman license. Many states also require a technical degree to advance.

    • Always require supervision.

  2. Journeyman

    • Needs between 8,000 to 10,000 hours of on-the-job training and usually 500 to 1,000 hours of classroom experience.

    • Can usually supervise apprentices.

    • They can diagnose and repair electrical problems.

  3. Master

    • Achieved after an additional two years (4,000 hours) working as a Journeyman and taking the Master Electrician Exam.

    • Besides diagnosing and repairing electrical systems, they also design them. In most places they run shops and inspect Journeyman and Apprentice work.

    • Not a recognized rank in all states.

  4. Electrical Contractor License is an optional license in some states for a Master Electrician to run a business. Some states have this instead of the Master license.

Electricians make an average of $26 per hour but it ranges with experience and licensing. An apprentice may make about half that while a Master Electrician may hit closer to $40 per hour. This figure represents how much they make; not how much they bill. Their salary is only one component of their costs. They must also figure in overhead, taxes, equipment, insurance and several other expenses.

Leave electrical work to the professionals. Electrical systems are complex and potentially hazardous when not handled and installed correctly. If it were easy, it wouldn’t take 4 years to become a journeyman or 6 years for a master’s license. If you are determined to forge ahead yourself, understand home electrical safety before beginning any project.Even for simple common electrical projects, a licensed pro is best. Not only is it safer, but contractors guarantee and insure their work. Hire a professional to keep your home’s electrical systems functioning properly and safely.

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The Highland, MD homeowners’ guide to generator repair services

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