The modern suburban and small town home of today has become an ideal lightning target. The home owner would do well to recognize lightning for the destructive force that it is and protect against this major life and fire hazard. Donohue's Lightning Rods is based in Missouri, near the factory where most of the residential and commercial lightning rod supplies are manufactured. Jim travels regularly to Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and New York. Call today to find out when Jim will be in your area. For installations outside Missouri, Kansas, or Texas, Jim waits until there are a few customers lined up, thus being able to provide the same quality services at affordable prices. **WE DO NOT DO ELECTRICAL SERVICES.** (ONLY LIGHTNING RODS)
"The job was beautifully and professionally done. I have a zero scape yard and the gentleman was concerned about disturbing the gravel when putting the rod into the ground. WOW!!!!"
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The modern suburban and small town home of today has become an ideal lightning target. The home owner would do well to recognize lightning for the destructive force that it is and protect against this major life and fire hazard. Donohue's Lightning Rods is based in Missouri, near the factory where most of the residential and commercial lightning rod supplies are manufactured. Jim travels regularly to Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and New York. Call today to find out when Jim will be in your area. For installations outside Missouri, Kansas, or Texas, Jim waits until there are a few customers lined up, thus being able to provide the same quality services at affordable prices. **WE DO NOT DO ELECTRICAL SERVICES.** (ONLY LIGHTNING RODS)
"The job was beautifully and professionally done. I have a zero scape yard and the gentleman was concerned about disturbing the gravel when putting the rod into the ground. WOW!!!!"
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Our Mission is to Glorify God and build His Kingdom by improving the safety, functionality, beauty, and convenience in our client’s homes. We will accomplish this mission by standing on our WISE core values: Working unto the Lord Integrity first Speaking the truth in love Excellence in all we do. All our core values come from scripture, because we believe that God has given us the principles we need to love our neighbors well AND succeed in business. We specialize in residential service, from changing an outlet, to renovating your home, we’ve got you covered. We take pride in our community and our reputation for integrity and straightforward practices. We’re licensed, bonded, and insured for your peace of mind. We also only hire the best employees. Every employee at our company has been through a rigorous background check, drug screening, and vetting process before they ever walk through our doors. Ask about our 100% satisfaction guarantee!
"Brian was thorough, made suggestions and recommendations. Installed 220 outlet."
Kathy H on March 2025
Our Mission is to Glorify God and build His Kingdom by improving the safety, functionality, beauty, and convenience in our client’s homes. We will accomplish this mission by standing on our WISE core values: Working unto the Lord Integrity first Speaking the truth in love Excellence in all we do. All our core values come from scripture, because we believe that God has given us the principles we need to love our neighbors well AND succeed in business. We specialize in residential service, from changing an outlet, to renovating your home, we’ve got you covered. We take pride in our community and our reputation for integrity and straightforward practices. We’re licensed, bonded, and insured for your peace of mind. We also only hire the best employees. Every employee at our company has been through a rigorous background check, drug screening, and vetting process before they ever walk through our doors. Ask about our 100% satisfaction guarantee!
"Brian was thorough, made suggestions and recommendations. Installed 220 outlet."
Kathy H on March 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer?s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We offer 10% off all work done for veterans.
"I had a great free consultation with the owner. He agreed to replace my bathroom light with a fan\light combo, as well as add an outlet and install puck light above the shower. The price he charged was very good. I was disappointed with the work for severeal reasons. Instead of replacing the light, the installer put the new fixture in a different location and placed a metal plate over the old location (picture attached). It doesn't look good at all, and will take more electrical work before I can sheetrock and paint. There are also a couple blood spots on my ceiling now around the area where the new fixture was installed, as the installer had a minor cut. The outlet works fine, but the installer damaged the sheetrock around it. I will now have to mud, sand, and paint the area (picture attached). Last of all, and probably the worst, the owner will no longer contact me despite having requested more quotes multiple times. I cannot recommend this company."
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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer?s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We offer 10% off all work done for veterans.
"I had a great free consultation with the owner. He agreed to replace my bathroom light with a fan\light combo, as well as add an outlet and install puck light above the shower. The price he charged was very good. I was disappointed with the work for severeal reasons. Instead of replacing the light, the installer put the new fixture in a different location and placed a metal plate over the old location (picture attached). It doesn't look good at all, and will take more electrical work before I can sheetrock and paint. There are also a couple blood spots on my ceiling now around the area where the new fixture was installed, as the installer had a minor cut. The outlet works fine, but the installer damaged the sheetrock around it. I will now have to mud, sand, and paint the area (picture attached). Last of all, and probably the worst, the owner will no longer contact me despite having requested more quotes multiple times. I cannot recommend this company."
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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.
We have provided hometown service to residents of the Kansas City Metro since 1951. We offer FREE ESTIMATES on a new air conditioner, furnace, boiler, heat pump, geothermal, zoning, water heater, tankless water heater, plumbing remodel projects, and battery back-up sump pump.
"Polite and thorough ensuring all issues were resolved."
Janelle H on September 2024
We have provided hometown service to residents of the Kansas City Metro since 1951. We offer FREE ESTIMATES on a new air conditioner, furnace, boiler, heat pump, geothermal, zoning, water heater, tankless water heater, plumbing remodel projects, and battery back-up sump pump.
"Polite and thorough ensuring all issues were resolved."
Janelle H on September 2024
We are a Kansas City, KS based Carpentry General Contractor. Our specialties include (All Phase) Interior and Exterior rehab/remodel. We prefer residential projects, private and commercial . Show me your dream, I'll make it reality.
We are a Kansas City, KS based Carpentry General Contractor. Our specialties include (All Phase) Interior and Exterior rehab/remodel. We prefer residential projects, private and commercial . Show me your dream, I'll make it reality.
Family owned & operated.
"Mr. Barrett was sensational. My home is 35 years old, and the faucet handle was so badly corroded that it was difficult even to turn off the water. In spite of the corrosion and difficulty in removing the old fixture and installing the new one, Mr. Barrett never lost his patience and continued to work on the fixture at a time when most plumbers probably would have given up and tried to sell me lots of expensive new piping. I used Handyman Barrett for the first time just one week ago for an entirely different project, and I will certainly call him again for any home projects."
AVRAHAM L on May 2019
Family owned & operated.
"Mr. Barrett was sensational. My home is 35 years old, and the faucet handle was so badly corroded that it was difficult even to turn off the water. In spite of the corrosion and difficulty in removing the old fixture and installing the new one, Mr. Barrett never lost his patience and continued to work on the fixture at a time when most plumbers probably would have given up and tried to sell me lots of expensive new piping. I used Handyman Barrett for the first time just one week ago for an entirely different project, and I will certainly call him again for any home projects."
AVRAHAM L on May 2019
ABC employs its own staff of certified general contractors, an interior designer and a team of carpenters. We self perform 95% of our work, we subcontract specialized trades. ABC is Christian owned and fully insured.
"Very good job"
Elias T on April 2025
ABC employs its own staff of certified general contractors, an interior designer and a team of carpenters. We self perform 95% of our work, we subcontract specialized trades. ABC is Christian owned and fully insured.
"Very good job"
Elias T on April 2025
Grounded Electric is big on customer service. We want to provide you with the service you deserve!
Grounded Electric is big on customer service. We want to provide you with the service you deserve!
The mission of SafeHouse Contracting is to build leaders in our communities and raise the standard of living of every human being. Our vision is to build a platform in which customer and employee improve their quality of life while building a better community. Safehouse Contracting’s values are essentially what create its culture. The employees and customers understand that what you get is what you see. The honesty and loyalty that is portrayed to customer and employee alike distinguish it from the competitors. SafeHouse Contracting Employees come from all walks of life and backgrounds, and this culture offers the opportunity for every man to shine as far as his ambition and ability allow. The go-getter is always rewarded and there is always an air of trust and friendship. Team effort and contribution is invited, recommended and rewarded. As you give, you receive. At the end of the day, integrity and relationships are the only things that truly matter. That’s why employees and clients are always dealt with respect and courtesy.
The mission of SafeHouse Contracting is to build leaders in our communities and raise the standard of living of every human being. Our vision is to build a platform in which customer and employee improve their quality of life while building a better community. Safehouse Contracting’s values are essentially what create its culture. The employees and customers understand that what you get is what you see. The honesty and loyalty that is portrayed to customer and employee alike distinguish it from the competitors. SafeHouse Contracting Employees come from all walks of life and backgrounds, and this culture offers the opportunity for every man to shine as far as his ambition and ability allow. The go-getter is always rewarded and there is always an air of trust and friendship. Team effort and contribution is invited, recommended and rewarded. As you give, you receive. At the end of the day, integrity and relationships are the only things that truly matter. That’s why employees and clients are always dealt with respect and courtesy.
The main drawbacks of lightning protection systems are upkeep and appearance. The system needs routine cleaning and professional inspections; skip them, and the rods might fail when you need them most. Over time, those visits add a little extra cost and effort. Some homeowners also dislike the look of metal rods or cables along the roofline. If aesthetics worry you, ask your installer about lower-profile hardware or ways to blend the components into your roof.
No, the copper in lightning rods does not attract lightning. Instead, lightning targets the highest nearby point, not the metal itself. Copper is simply a superior conductor, which is why pros use it. When a bolt hits the rod, the copper safely channels the charge through the grounding cable and into the earth, sparing your home. Choosing copper doesn’t draw more strikes—it just handles them better.
Rod count depends on your home’s size and the system you choose. A 3,000-square-foot house needs six to eight copper or aluminum rods for full coverage, while a single ESE air terminal often protects the same area on its own. A UL-certified pro can measure your roof, spot potential strike points, and recommend the right number for complete peace of mind.
Always hire an Underwriters Laboratories-certified installer. A UL-certified pro follows the Lightning Protection Institute’s strict rules, mounts each rod securely, and uses only UL-listed parts. Professional installation protects you from falls, wiring mistakes, and code violations, and it ensures the system works exactly as designed when the next storm rolls through.