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Avatar for Dr. Electric
Dr. Electric
4.7(
43
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station InstallationElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For BusinessElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not Provided+12 more

Serving Fairfield, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Randolph was the electrician who came to our home. He called ahead to understand the issues and do some initial trouble-shooting by phone. Before he started, he explained the exact costs and allowed us to make decisions before any work was done. He resolved everything professionally and we are very happy with the service."
Our Trucks, are Stocked with hundreds of parts commonly used in your home, we try to have what we need the first time, and not waist time running for parts. We wont park in your grass or leak oil on your drive way, and will even park in the street where applicable.
ur Price, is Straight Forward, no hidden fees or surprise bills. Before our technician begins work he will discuss the cost and options up front.
Our Guarantee, 100 % Satisfaction, Our Technician will not leave until you are satisfied, or we will Refund your money. If a repair fails in the first year, we will repair it again absolutely free.
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric Of Birmingham
4.7(
42
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeFixed Generator - Install+8 more

Serving Fairfield, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recommend Mr electric because of the courtesy and outstanding service that they rented unto me price wise and labor-wise was affordable and they did a complete electrical check of our wiring boxes and other electrical equipment to make sure it was up to code and up to date 👍"
company Truck
Generators
Generators
panel upgrade
panel update

+18

Response time5 hrs
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Corrigan, LLC
4.8(
25
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Fairfield, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1954

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Corrigan and sons were very professional and installed the lightning rod system quickly and with attention to detail, using all copper. Very pleased with this company."
Shingle roof air terminal
Residential 1
Residential Spanish tile
Horse stable
Residential 2

+23

Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
372
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Fairfield, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Used this company previously and again it was a pleasure from beginning to end. I would give him 10 Stars if I could. Referred William to a close friend of mine and she was just as pleased. We both sleep better during our bad Florida thunderstorms. A friend of mine lost their home due to lightning. They got out just in time couldn’t save anything but their lives barely. I urge all to install lightning rods."
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
186 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Premier Lightning Protection
4.9(
28
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Fairfield, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Patrick was very understanding of all our inquiries/questions about lightning protection. Answers to our questions and much additional information provided in an educated (I want to you understand) manner. Highly Recommend and would do business with again!!!"
Residential Install
Residential Install
Residential Install
SWD Tank
SWD Tanks

+2

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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APS Lighting and Electrical LLC
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Fairfield, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is our go to electrical contractor for all of our commerical projects. They communicate clearly, arrive on time, and complete everything efficiently and professionally with quality always in mind. Their attention to detail and reliability always help the projects to run smoothly. Can’t recommend them enough for whatever you need done!"
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The most common type of electrical outlet is a 3-prong outlet, which has two flat blades (one is wider than the other) and a round grounding pin. Older homes typically have 2-prong outlets that aren’t as safe as more modern options and are generally not up to current electrical codes.  Other outlets you can find in your home include 20A, 125 volt varieties for larger appliances like refrigerators or washing machines. 

There are also GFCI outlets, which protect against electrical shock in wet areas, such as bathrooms and kitchens, and arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) outlets, which protect against electrical fires caused by arcing.

While it’s not possible to put a main breaker in a main lug panel, it’s possible to convert a main lug to a main breaker. Converting to a main breaker panel offers increased safety, simplified control, compliance with building codes, and adaptation to changing electrical needs, especially when adding new circuits or upgrading the system.

Christmas lights typically do not need to be grounded like electrical circuits in your home do. However, it's crucial to use outdoor outlets equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) for added safety. GFCIs can help protect against electrical shocks and are recommended for outdoor electrical connections when using Christmas lights.

Wire color codes vary depending on the region. For instance, the United Kingdom has updated its wiring codes to match Europe's color system. The United States wiring color code is different, as is Australia's. Because the color code system isn’t universal, it’s essential to hire an experienced electrician to perform any electrical work to ensure it is done correctly.

The average cost to hire an electrician is around $350. However, every electrical job varies in scope, materials, and labor involved, so while you will likely pay anywhere between $85 and $1,100 for standard jobs, a project like rewiring a house can cost up to $30,000. You might also pay slightly higher prices if you need emergency work done or if the work involves accessing a hard-to-reach area in your home, like an attic or cramped crawlspace. You should ask your electrician for an estimate before agreeing to the work.

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