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Read articleTarboro, North CarolinaLocal electricians.
Local electricians.
Generac power.
Electrical work for your home and business. Your local Generac aligned contractor for generator sales, installation and support across eastern North Carolina.
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Meet Chuck.
Owner of Tarboro Electric, and the person you'll talk to about your project. Tell Chuck what you have in mind for your home or business.
20 years of experienceReported by Chuck in September 2024
Homes & businessesResidential, commercial & light industrial
Six counties. Local roots.Based in Tarboro, North Carolina
Generac aligned contractorSales, installation, service & warranty support
Generac backup power. Local support.Your local Generac
Your local Generac
aligned contractor.
Plan for the next power outage with Chuck. From choosing a generator to installation, service and warranty support, Tarboro Electric is your local connection for Generac backup power.
Support at every step
- Generator sales
- Installation
- Service
- Warranty support
What we doA better connection.
A better connection.
For every kind of property.
From a practical upgrade to a bigger plan, start with electrical work shaped around your property.
Residential
Electrical work for your home, from everyday changes to the next major project.
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Commercial
Electrical projects planned around your building, equipment and day-to-day operations.
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Service upgrades
Plan for changing power needs with a review of your existing electrical service.
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A few good questions.
Have something else in mind? Talk directly with Chuck about your project.
More questions & answersWhere does Tarboro Electric LLC work?
Tarboro Electric is based in Tarboro, North Carolina, and serves Pitt, Martin, Bertie, Nash, Wilson and Edgecombe counties. Our coverage runs from I-95 toward the coast, roughly Rocky Mount eastward. Include your project location when you call or request a quote.
Do you work with homeowners and commercial customers?
Yes. Residential and commercial customers are the business’s main focus. Services also include light industrial applications, new construction, renovations, service upgrades, pools and hot tubs, detached garages and outbuildings, and generators.
Who should I contact about my project?
Chuck is the main contact. Call (252) 985-8861 or email Chuck@tarborelectric.com. You can also use the quote-request page to outline your project; quote enquiries are intended for Info@tarboroelectric.com.
What information should I include in a quote request?
Include your name, a way to reach you, the project location, the service you need and a description of the work. Your preferred timing, available plans and equipment model details can make the first conversation more useful.
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Let’s get your project connected.
A home improvement. A new build. Your next business move. Start with a conversation with Chuck.