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Accent Tel USA
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Telephone System - Install or Upgrade - For BusinessTelephone System - Repair - For Business

Serving Star City, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe, Mark, and Their Team did a Splendid Job for Us on this Business Phone Line Install. There are Very Knowledgeable and provided the Needed Assessment and "Fix" in a Very Timely Manner. I Highly Recommend Accent Tel USA! God Bless You! Philippians 1:3-6! Have a Wonderful Day in the Neighborhood & "Stay on the Nice List"! :)"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
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The Computer Guy
New to Angi
Telephone Jacks and Wiring - InstallTelephone System - Install or UpgradeTelephone System - Repair

Serving Star City, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

I provide professional repair and support services for most technology-related issues, including desktops, laptops, tablets, printers, scanners, kiosks, healthcare systems, and point-of-sale (POS) equipment.\n\nWith years of experience and a lifetime spent working in the technology field, I can diagnose, repair, restore, and reinstall software and operating systems. I also specialize in recovering deleted files, photos, and important data, with recovery options available to a USB drive or secure cloud storage.\n\nMy rates are affordable and straightforward: $65 per hour, with on-site service available within a 60-mile radius of Hampton, Arkansas (71744). For locations beyond 60 miles, a two hour minimum and a travel fee of $1 per mile applies.\n\nIf you're experiencing technology problems, I'd be happy to help get you back up and running.\n\nThank you for your consideration.

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The lifespan of an average breaker box is 25 to 40 years, depending on the type and electrical events that occur in your home. Frequent power outages or surges can cause the breaker box’s lifespan to shorten. Maintain this essential electrical component by avoiding turning it off and inspecting it regularly for signs of damage.

If you need to run a wire from the meter to the breaker box, start by turning off the power using the main switch to avoid injury risks from live wires. Then, locate the ground wire from your meter and connect it to the ground bar of the breaker box. Connect the neutral wire using the same method to improve your circuit efficiency.

Next, locate the hot wires running from the main switch to the meter. To connect them to the correct terminals from meter to breaker, unscrew the nuts of the breaker hotwire terminals, insert the positive hotwire, and ensure it’s firmly attached. Finally, secure the wires with electrical tape and wire tie cables before re-securing your breaker box. Keep in mind that this process can be dangerous, so don’t hesitate to hire a local electrician.

The life expectancy of a circuit breaker is 30 to 40 years. However, how long your circuit breaker lasts depends on the condition of your electrical equipment, the amperage, your electrical consumption, and more. A breaker box that frequently trips from overload will last much shorter than a breaker box with the proper amperage for the number of devices and appliances in use. If your circuit breaker trips frequently, and you have also increased your electrical consumption, it may be worth upgrading your electrical panel to extend your electrical system’s lifespan—and save you the hassle of frequent power trips.

Call your utility company immediately. Do not go outside, even in your own yard, and keep pets indoors. Downed power lines pose a serious electrocution hazard. They can also cause large power surges that could damage your appliances, so it’s a good idea to shut down power to your home if possible. If your breakers trip, leave them off until the utility company finishes its repair work.

Single switch installs are quick DIY projects, but you should consider enlisting the help of a pro for more complicated replacements—like a smart switch or if you live in an older home with outdated wiring. Professional electricians are trained in the latest code regulations. They are also insured, licensed, and bonded.

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