"The electrician arrived promptly and quickly diagnosed the problem. He was courteous, very efficient and everything worked beautifully after he completed the job. I am recommending this company to my friends with electrical needs. If it were possible, I would have left an A+ rating!"
"Hale Electric came and ran power and set an RV pedestal for me. The work was done in a timely manner, mess was cleaned up and most of all the work was quality. Thank you!"
"We had a ductless AC/Heating system installed and needed the electrical ran. We called Gail Force Electric and got an immediate call back for an in person estimate done a couple hours later. He was able to work us into the schedule for the following day. Our job was done quickly and professionally, quicker than we could ve ever expected. We highly recommend Gail Force Electric"
Apex Electrical Service specializes in high-quality residential electrical solutions tailored to meet the needs of homeowners. From troubleshooting and repairs to new installations, panel upgrades, and lighting design, we ensure your home’s electrical system is safe, efficient, and up-to-date. As a family-owned business, we pride ourselves on delivering dependable service, transparent communication, and expert craftsmanship. Whether you’re renovating, upgrading, or need immediate assistance, our team is committed to providing reliable, professional, and affordable residential electrical services. Apex Electrical Service—powering your home with excellence.
"I received a call from the company in February getting back to my interest in their patio shades during a home show that we attended in the fall. I guess their backlog of inquiries kept them from getting back in touch with me in a shorter period of time, but since I have so many other irons in the fire, this wasn't a problem. The salesman who came out was helpful and courteous when presenting the range of patio shades that are offered by the company, and did a good job of taking dimensions and working up the quote for me. Since the shades are custom, I paid approximately two-thirds down, with the rest to be paid after installation. The installation 3 weeks later went without any problems. The two installers were courteous and professional, and when finished showed me how to use the controls. I was concerned about how well they would get the electrical power to the shades from the outside outlet. They had to make a?separate small hole in the stucco to get the cable to the underside of the patio roof, but patched well enough to make the area blend in with the rest of the wall. coming out and over to the shades was done through steel conduit and boxes, which they painted with the paint I had on hand so that everything blended together. I definitely prefer the electric drive for these shades, and they blend well with the rest of the house. I only gave a score of "Good" for pricing, since I don't like to spend money to begin with, and really didn't get multiple quotes from other companies, since the other companies didn't ever get back to me. I suppose other company's shades would have been in the same price range."
"The deal on Angie's list stated that wires would be "dressed." To me this means that the wires would be covered. There were wires sticking out all over and was extremely unsightly. I had to pay an additional fee to "dress the wires." When that was completed, it looked much much better. Unfortunately, the pictures below show how it looks now. Some wires are still exposed and the paint was chipped."
There are several reasons why an electrical outlet would suddenly stop working, including:
Broken parts in the outlet
Outlet burnout
Circuit breaker tripped
Damaged circuit breaker
GFCI outlet tripped
Damaged or loose wires
Failed connectors
Appliance failure
You will need a permit for any electrical work that involves installing or replacing wiring, moving or installing new fixtures, switches, or outlets, hardwiring appliances or HVAC equipment, installing subpanels, and upgrading electrical service. You typically don’t need a permit to have an electrician replace an existing light fixture or electrical box. You can always call your local building department to see if your project needs a permit, but a professional electrician will be able to tell you. In most cases, your professional will pull the permits for you.
Yes, professional installations typically include wiring, switches, and circuit adjustments for safe operation.
Yes, one wire is always hot on the 3-way switch, meaning it carries the electricity from the power source to the switch. If you have a 3-wire cable in your home, you have two hot wires, or line wires, coming from the power source. Typically, you’d connect the hot black wire from the power source to the traveler wire and the hot red wire from the power source to the first 3-way switch. For the second 3-way switch, you’d then connect the hot black traveler wire to the switch.
Be careful not to drop your voltmeter or multimeter. Even a small fall can affect the tool’s ability to measure with accuracy. Always store your tools in their cases in a cool, dark place. Also, avoid touching the probes to each other while they’re connected to a circuit or another electrical component, and never tamper with anything inside the device.
The Holbrook, AZ homeowners’ guide to electrical services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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