D.R. Howell ElectricIndependent
D.R. Howell Electric is listed on manotick.co under Electricians in Manotick (also standby generators for manotick homes). It is at 15 Precision Dr, Unit 1, Kemptville; phone 613-258-0294. Based in Kemptville, not Manotick. Founded 2002, ESA-licensed, and an authorised Generac standby generator dealer.
One of manotick.co’s three picks for electricians — chosen on the criteria we publish, never for money. See how they compare and what the work costs in K4M, below.
| Phone | 613-258-0294 |
|---|---|
| Address | 15 Precision Dr, Unit 1, Kemptville |
| Website | drhowellelectric.com |
| Category | Electricians in Manotick, Standby generators for Manotick homes |
| Based | Kemptville |
| Ownership | Independent — locally owned, not a chain or franchise |
Why D.R. Howell Electric is a pick for electricians
D.R. Howell Electric is one of manotick.co’s three picks for electricians in K4M, chosen on the criteria we publish and never for money. Kemptville-based, founded 2002, ESA-licensed, and an authorised Generac standby generator dealer — the one to call if a generator is part of the job.
Based: Unit 1, Kemptville · Ownership: Independent
How they compare with the other picks
Short answer: Ask for the ECRA/ESA licence number before anything else — it is a legal requirement to do electrical work in Ontario, it is public, and any real contractor gives it without hesitating. All three publish theirs or are ESA-licensed. C & N Electric has been the village's electrical contractor since 1961. D.R. Howell is an authorised Generac dealer, which matters if a standby generator is part of the job. Ring does panel upgrades, EV chargers and generator hookups.
- C & N Electric — Manotick's own electrical contractor since 1961, ECRA/ESA licence 7002528. Residential, commercial and private utility work.
- Ring Electric — Family-owned residential electrician, ECRA/ESA licence 7003099. Panel upgrades, EV chargers and standby generator hookups.
A comparison of the three businesses this site would call first, on facts each publishes about itself — not a ranking of every electrical contractor serving K4M, and not a rating. "What sets them apart" is our opinion, formed from the criteria we publish. No business has paid for a place in this table, and payment would not change it. Confirm licence and insurance directly before you hire.
What the work costs in K4M
| Service or scope | Planning range |
|---|---|
| Hourly rate (licensed) | $100 – $150 / hr |
| ESA permit and inspection | $150 – $350 |
| Panel upgrade to 200A | $2,500 – $4,500 |
| Hydro Ottawa disconnect / reconnect | $300 – $500 |
| Service mast or meter base | $300 – $1,500 |
| EV charger install (Level 2) | $1,200 – $2,500 |
| Generator transfer switch (installed) | $1,500 – $3,000 |
| Subpanel to garage (incl. trenched feeder) | $1,500 – $4,000+ |
| Pot light install (per fixture, batch) | $120 – $200 |
Every listing in this trade, and the rest of the guide, is on Electricians in Manotick.
Why D.R. Howell Electric is a pick for standby generators for manotick homes
D.R. Howell Electric is manotick.co’s first call for standby generators for manotick homes in K4M, chosen on the criteria we publish and never for money. Authorised Generac home standby dealer for the Ottawa region and ESA-licensed, founded 2002 — dealer status is what counts on a warranty claim.
Based: Unit 1, Kemptville · Ownership: Independent
How they compare with the other picks
Short answer: All three are ESA-licensed electricians and all three install Generac, which is the standby brand this area runs on; the differences are dealer status and distance. D.R. Howell is an authorised Generac dealer for the Ottawa region, which is what matters when a warranty claim comes up. Ring Electric is the only one naming Manotick on its own generator page and will fit a manual transfer switch as well as an automatic unit — the cheaper route if you already own a portable.
- Robert Electric — ESA-authorised contractor since 1990 doing Generac standby installation and maintenance. Limoges-based, so the longest travel of the three.
- Ring Electric — Family-owned, ECRA/ESA licence 7003099, and the only one naming Manotick on its own generator page. Fits manual transfer switches as well as automatic units.
A comparison of the three businesses this site would call first, on facts each publishes about itself — not a ranking of every generator installer serving K4M, and not a rating. "What sets them apart" is our opinion, formed from the criteria we publish. No business has paid for a place in this table, and payment would not change it. Confirm licence and insurance directly before you hire.
What the work costs in K4M
| Service or scope | Planning range |
|---|---|
| 16 kW standby unit (installed, propane) | $8,000 – $13,000 |
| 22–26 kW standby unit (installed) | $11,000 – $17,000 |
| Portable generator + manual interlock | $1,500 – $3,500 |
| Automatic transfer switch (if quoted separately) | $1,500 – $3,000 |
| ESA and TSSA permits | $150 – $500 |
| Concrete pad / propane line run (each) | $500 – $1,500 |
| Cold-weather kit | about $250 |
| Propane tank rental (annual) | $100 – $250 / yr |
| Annual maintenance plan | $200 – $450 / yr |
Every listing in this trade, and the rest of the guide, is on Standby generators for Manotick homes.
What they say about themselves
A Kemptville electrical contractor established in 2002 and a Generac authorized sales and service dealer for home standby generators in the Ottawa region.
Since 2002
Does: Generac home standby generator sales, installation and service · Generator maintenance programs · Residential and commercial electrical contracting · GenerLink portable generator connection
Publishes: accredited certified member and licensed contractor of the Electrical Safety Authority · Generac authorized Sales & Service Dealer · ECRA member · OEL (Ontario Electrical League) member · CFIB member · Chamber of Commerce member
- Established in May 2002 in Kemptville
- Runs a fall generator maintenance program (August-December)
- Lists Kemptville, North Grenville, Ottawa, Manotick and Kanata as service areas
Read from the business's own site. Credentials are as stated by the business; confirm licence and insurance directly before you hire.
Also listed under electricians in manotick
- C & N Electric — 5640 Manotick Main St
- Ring Electric — 27 Northside Rd, Unit 23
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About this listing
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