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JRC Contracting, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Love this company! Polite punctual very knowledgeable and would have no one else touch my generator. thank- you very much Peter Goschy"
Response time4 hrs
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Rob - Lynn Power Generators, LLC
4.4(
31
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I have been looking for a reasonably priced generator repair company for some time. The person who answered the phone was extremely courteous and seemed to go out of her way to help me with my service needs. Within 30 minutes the owner called back and based on my description of the problem was able to suggest a simple fix over the phone that I could do and which solved my problem. I will definitely call them for all my future needs."
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MPower Generators, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'm very satisfied with his work. I had used him for 16 years and I had him install two different generators. I never had any problems at all and he is very responsive; that is why I have recommended him before."
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+8

Response time1 day
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Scott Nelson Electric Inc
4.9(
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Scott came out to give us a written quote on multiple repairs and upgrades to our 1920s home. He was the only electrician of 3 we contacted through Angie's list that came in person to look at the home and provide a quote. The other 2 companies just gave ballpark figures by email. On the day of the scheduled work, the team was friendly and professional. They reviewed the 10+ items on the quote with me and confirmed any details. They installed 2 ceilings fans, added hallway lighting, replaced 2 wall outlets, installed some new ceiling fixtures, added a timer to an outdoor light and added a flood light over the garage. All work was completed in one day. We are very pleased with the work and the team. Scott came by to check on the project mid day and make sure all was going as planned. We would highly recommend and will definitely use again."
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Response time1 day
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LSVG Electrics Inc
4.8(
57
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"PERFECT / KNOWLEDGEABLE / EFFICIENT / HONEST would be the words I would use to describe LSVG Electrics. I had a circuit in the kitchen that was not getting any power even though the breaker in the main panel wasn't tripped so randomly picked LSVG Electrics for their assistance. Lou came out exactly at the time he said he would and quickly diagnosed the problem to be a burnt wire in a J-box in the basement and repaired it. If you are looking for an electrician that you can have confidence in ... please call LSVG Electrics ... because they know their stuff. I've only called electricians on a handful of occasions but LSVG electrics certainly was the BEST!!! and will use them for any other electrical issues I might encounter ... Regards, Keith K Algonquin IL"
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
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Handy To Have Around Inc
4.8(
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Outstanding job! If you're looking for a well-organized, prompt, pleasant, trustworthy professional, who does quality work at a fair price, Craig is your man. He is customer-service oriented and knowledgeable on a wide range of home maintenance and repair issues. He came to my house and consulted with me on solutions and offered some good cost saving alternatives, then gave me a reasonable quote, broken down by labor and materials to do the work. He showed up exactly on time and not only did what I originally contracted him for, he also adjusted his schedule to address a few other issues for me while he was there and advised me on some things regarding preparing my house for sale. He's thoughtful, skillful, careful, clean and doesn't take short-cuts on his work. I've dealt with other "handymen" in the past, but Craig is heads and shoulders above the rest - he's not your typical handyman. He is a consummate professional, and just a good honest hard-working guy. He's DEFINITELY Handy to Have Around, and I can't recommend him highly enough. !"
Response time8 hrs
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Blazer Electric Co
4.6(
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jack and Adam were great. Showed up when they said they would, were friendly, easy to talk to, answered all my questions and got everything done they said they would for the prices we had discussed. The quality of the work was great. Jack talked me through my options to repair some poor work that was done years ago and persisted to make the repair right. I will definitely hire them for our next project."
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Response time1 day
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Tasho Electric
4.9(
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were friendly, efficient and completed the job quickly. Easy to work with. Knowledgeable. Would call them again for any electrical issue."
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FAQs for generator repair projects in Schaumburg, IL

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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