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JK Flores Enterprise LLC.
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Technician (George) that came over was in time. He was very helpful in identifying the concerns we had with the appliances electrical outlets and circuit breakers. If we need any more electrical work done on our house we will be searching out to JK Flores for there service."
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UPS system ready for a power outage
e.v. charger
New ceiling fan in living room
New UPS system

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Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All Electrical Services
4.7(
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

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Emergency services offered

"I am very happy with Emin's services. He installed an electrical outlet in our building's storage room. It looks great. He was right on time for appointments, very easy to communicate with, very knowledgeable. He removed all the debris after work was done . I will definitely call him again in case I need any electrical work done and will recommend Emin to my friends and family."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
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Kevin Hernandez
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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Customers say: True professional

"I called for a small electrical job. Kevin came by within 1 1/2after calling. He gave a fair quote and did the job of replacing a timer for my outside lights the same day and completed the job within 40 minutes. Kevin Completed the job to my satisfaction I ask about other electrical work that he preforms He answered all of my questions with satisfaction. I would use Kevin for your home electrical needs."
Response time9 hrs
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
A A Electric
4.8(
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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"I AM VERY VERY VERY HAPPY WITH OSCARS WITH ETHICS. HE WAS AT MY HOME LIKE HE SAID HE WOULD, RIGHT ON TIME. OSCAR IS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE IN HIS FIELD. I WILL HAVE MORE THINGS I NEED TO HAVE DONE AROUND THE HOUSE. WILL DIFFINETLY BE CALLING ON OSCAR, EVERYBODY LOOKING FOR AN ELECTICIAN DON'T LOOK TOO FAR HERE HE IS HERE - "AA ELECTRIC - (OSCAR). AGAIN, THANK YOU VERY MUCH OSCAR AKEMI NORITAKE"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Alset Electric
4.8(
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. A very efficient and well done job. Eduardo was always on time. The job was finished when he said it would be. I recommend him and I will hire Alset Electric company for my next electrical project ."
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Beautiful chandelier set up power with switch and put chandelier together piece by piece
Lighting for kitchen counters with a switch..  you can turn on and off..  really cool looking.. something different..
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Trenching

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Response time1 day
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Recommended by74%of homeowners
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J L P ELECTRICAL SERVICES
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"JLP Electrical Services, Wallace was wonderful. He added multiple power outlets in my garage, during our remodel. He also recommended and installed the perfect mini split, for my garage. The experience was very nice. He was professional and timely. His work is top knotch. He’s multi talented. I found his consultation, regarding my thoughts and ideas, to be very helpful. I highly recommend JLP Electrical Services."
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Response time1 day
Response rate91%
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Direct Electric Company
4.6(
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Came out the next morning and checked out the electrical outlets. The problem was we plugged in a coffee grinder and the cord flamed out. The electrician came out the next morning, because he knew this could be a big problem. After checking all the outlets on the circuit, determined it was an old, 30 year old coffee grinder. Our mind was at rest."
Tesla Wall Connector installation
Exterior wall light installation
Pendants and small chandelier installation
Recessed can lighting and ceiling fan installation
Electrical Home Improvement

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Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

That depends on your setup. If a circuit breaker already has GFCI protection, then everything connected to that specific circuit is being monitored. You don’t need additional GFCI outlets on that breaker.

However, if the breaker is not GFCI, then you should have GFCI receptacles for at-risk outlets nearby water sources, because they are not receiving protection. Breakers in a breaker box can vary between GFCI and non-GFCI. Look for GFCI labels on the breaker or try to find the breaker model number to look it up if you aren’t sure.

The major difference between a GFCI breaker and an AFCI breaker is that a GFCI breaker protects against fatal shocks while an AFCI breaker prevent electrical fires. A GFCI breaker senses when the electrical current to ground is overloaded and trips to prevent major accidents or injuries. AFCI breakers trip when it detects dangerous electrical arcing.

When converting a standard 120-volt outlet to a 240-volt outlet, the only components you can typically reuse are the existing electrical box and the hole in the wall. Everything else—including the wiring, breaker, and receptacle—should be replaced to ensure both safety and efficiency. Appliances designed for 240 volts have different plug configurations that won’t fit into a standard 120-volt outlet, making it necessary to install a compatible 240-volt receptacle. This design helps prevent overloading or underloading the power available to any one outlet or circuit.

Most 200-amp panels have 40 to 42 slots, which can accommodate 40-42 single-pole breakers or 20 double-pole breakers. Some panels can accept even more circuits through the use of tandem breakers. The exact number of breakers allowed is determined by the panel manufacturer's rating, which you can find on the panel itself. It is important to avoid using all breakers at the same time; as a general rule, you should not use more than 160 amps of power at once to prevent overloading your 200-amp system. For specific guidance, it's best to check your panel's rating or consult with a qualified electrician.

If only half of your outlet works, there are usually two possible causes: faulty wiring or a half-hot outlet. The first thing you'll want to do is check the circuit breaker panel to ensure that it's not tripped. If your circuit breaker isn't tripped, turn off the electricity and inspect the wiring to see if anything has come loose or corroded. 

If you have a half-hot outlet, it means half of the outlet is controlled by a switch somewhere on the same circuit, which should be nearby. This is an intentional electrical design commonly found in rooms without overhead lights.

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