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Avatar for Dalcon, Inc.
Dalcon, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"This was the first time I worked with them. I plan to use them as my electrical service for 3 rental houses. They were ontime, online, and on the job. Just what I need for remote servicing."
SPAN Smart Panel
SPAN Smart Panel
Los Gatos Multi Meter
Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stallings Electric
5.0(
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Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I purchased a Generac 13kw generator from Stallings Electric and installed. Everything from start to finish was excellent communication, install, and customer walk through when completed. I had other bids from other local contractors and their pricing was also the best."
Miscellaneous Work
Miscellaneous Work
Miscellaneous Work
Miscellaneous Work
Miscellaneous Work

+11

Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LIGHTLINE ELECTRIC INC
5.0(
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Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Joe from lightline electric was great took good care of me and my family. Loved that he took time to make sure I know my choices and helped me understand PG&E and how to work with them."
Response time10 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sunrise Electrical Contracting, Inc.
4.2(
6
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Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brandon (Sunrise Electrical) responded next day to my email. Visited job day after, explained replacement and upgrade to main (burned up) panel, current grounding requirements, , and permit process. Submitted bid next day. This type of work may be twice as expensive as youâ re thinking, but you probably need licensed, bonded , etc. with good equipment and crew. We were confident they would do the job as described. They worked hard to prioritize our repairs even though the our county was in the midst of disastrous storms and there were several emergencies they were dealing with concurrently. Their work included exterior stucco around new panel and crawling under house to attach the new ground wire. They compted us a fix of an adjacent gate latch and repair of a suspect circuit in the garage. Will hire again for repairs or upgrades."
Response time1 day
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Diversified Building & Electric Company, Inc.
4.9(
5
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Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

Diversified Building & Electric Company, Inc., is locally owned and operated business serving the Bay Area. We have been in business since 1999. Call us for all your electrical and custom cabinetry needs. We do it all and hold a general building license as well. From residential to commercial. We have the capability to design cabinets for any space with you in mind the entire time. We are focused on keeping 'customers for life.’ By providing the highest levels of productivity, exceptional customer service and a quality product, we take pride in knowing our work will represent us for years to come. Call us anytime! Emergencies by appointment only.

Custom Design and Install of Cabinets in Library
Up-lighting
Custom Home Cabinets
Lighting
Custom Home Cabinets

+43

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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One Man Show OBX, LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

One Man Show OBX brings an unmatched commitment to excellence to your home repair projects. I have over 40 years of experience delivering unsurpassed professionalism, expertise, and value. I take pride in providing my customers with personalized service, the highest industry standards, and top-quality workmanship. References available upon request. Give me a call today!

Cabinets
Cabinets
Cabinets
Cabinets
Cabinets

+134

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Yes, but our analogy with the water hose doesn’t really work here. You see, electrical flow isn’t constant: It ebbs and flows like waves, coming in pulses of power. Hertz measures the rate of change in the flow of electricity, or how often it ebbs and flows. For example, 60Hz means that the electrons pulse through wiring 60 times per second. When they are pulsing, they’re in a brief retreat. Almost all United States equipment is rated for 60Hz.

While not always necessary, wiring your circuit breaker in a certain way can ease both the installation process and use afterward. For starters, you’ll need to install the electrical panel so that the main service knockout aligns with the cable conduit. If they aren’t aligned, you may not have sufficient working space to finish running the wires. Using cable trays, on the other hand, gives you a bit more freedom to and flexibility in where and which direction you install the wires. At the end of the day, the power flow will be the same whether the cords run up or down.

An AC disconnect, also known as a switch box or fuse box, is a safety switch that allows the AC’s electrical supply to be turned off from the outside, usually done by a mechanical contractor coming to work on your unit. The box is protected from the weather by a cover or may be designed as a pull-out unit. Your local code determines where the AC disconnect must be mounted, but it's usually close to your outdoor AC unit.

String lights require electricity, but not an excessive amount, especially when compared to other lighting fixtures. LED rope lights, for instance, consume around one watt per foot. Running six or seven light strings simultaneously should only cost you around $10 to $15 each month. You can save even more money by remembering to turn off your lights during daylight hours. 

A standard three-prong electrical outlet typically lasts for about 15 years with normal use and should be replaced accordingly. GFCI outlets may have a longer lifespan of 15 to 25 years. While some outlets can last longer if used infrequently, they can also fail prematurely. Reasons for early failure include poor wiring, an overloaded circuit, improper grounding or installation, or loose plugs. Signs that an outlet is failing include flickering lights, overheating, a discolored or melted faceplate, plugs that fall out easily, or frequently tripping circuit breakers. It is essential to address faulty outlets promptly to avoid safety hazards, especially in homes older than 15 years.

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