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Avatar for Garafano Electric, Inc.
Garafano Electric, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Placentia, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1968

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Warranties offered

"We were very pleased with the services that Garafano Electric provided. I would recommend them for any electrical needs you might have!"
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
P S Electrical
4.4(
170
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Serving Placentia, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

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"Paul was able to identify the problem with our electrical panel and quickly resolve it. He was able to arrive earlier then the time he quoted to us by more than an hour which made us very happy. His price was very reasonable. He quoted us a rate to install 2 interior lights and we will be using him in the near future to have this work done as well as his rat is very reasonable and he is willing to do the wiring through the attic as we requested."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Fairway Electric
4.5(
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Serving Placentia, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul from Fairway Electric responded promptly with a good quote and even scheduled the work to be performed on Saturday morning so I would not have to take off work. I had 3 light fixtures replaced. The electrician Chris was great, efficient, and professional. Excellent customer service from Fairway Electric. I would highly recommend them if you need assistance with electrical work. Thanks Fairway Electric"
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Joe Electric
4.5(
96
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Serving Placentia, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe's Electric returned my care within minutes of me contacting them. I had a technician in my home in 1.5 hrs. Who quickly identified and fixed the problem within 35-45 minutes. They saved me from losing a whole day of work and it was worth the cost vs loss I would have incurred."
Response time2 days
95 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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JVEC, INC.
4.9(
256
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Serving Placentia, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew came on time and did an excellent job installing electrical wiring and installing the ceiling fan. Highly recommended!"
Response time2 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
JK Flores Enterprise LLC.
5.0(
40
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Serving Placentia, 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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Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wilson Electric
4.5(
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Serving Placentia, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wilson Electric was great to work with, they promptly responded for my request for a quote and provided me an estimated price for the job as described. The day they arrived to do the work, they finished in about 2 hours and made sure we were happy with the job. I would use them again in the future."
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Response time1 day
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Black is the standard color for hot wires, which transfer electricity to your outlets and switches. Red wires are also hot wires. White (and sometimes gray) wires are considered neutral, delivering power back to the panel. Finally, green wires, which are sometimes bare copper, are ground wires, used to ground an electrical circuit and prevent electrocution.

The easiest way to determine the amperage of your electrical outlets is to check the corresponding breaker in your home’s breaker panel. The number is likely noted on the circuit breaker. If that fails, it’s possible to tell 15-amp and 20-amp outlets apart by looking at them. Fifteen-amp outlets have two vertical holes, while 20-amp outlets have one vertical hole and one T-shaped hole. 

It’s a great idea to replace and update outlets, especially if an outlet stops working. New outlets work well with modern appliances and devices. Over time, outlets become old and worn—they can even become damaged, cracked, and burnt if the wiring is old and outdated. Old outlets and wiring can cause smoke, sparks, flickering lights, and an electrical fire.

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 number of outlets and lights you can safely run on a single circuit depends on the circuit's amperage and local electrical codes. A general rule is to allow one outlet or light fixture per 1.5 amps, keeping the total load under 80% of the circuit breaker's capacity. For example, a 15-amp circuit can typically support up to eight outlets or lights, while a 20-amp circuit can accommodate up to ten. Always consider the combined power usage of all connected devices and fixtures to prevent overloading. For specific guidelines and to ensure safety, it is best to consult local electrical codes or a licensed electrician.

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