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Avatar for R&T Electric, LLC
R&T Electric, LLC
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Serving Platteville, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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Emergency services offered

"We had an electrical problem and they repaired the problem with in a few minutes plus showed Randy what else we would like to do to the house and he was very helpful and explained several options as well they get a stellar rating more than 5 stars"
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+7

Response time4 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Diagnostic Guys
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Serving Platteville, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Diagnostic Guys are our go to for anything electrical. They have done great work updating our light fixtures, adding new lighting (indoor and outdoor) and adding outlets. They are always courteous, prompt and meticulous about the details. Couldn’t be happier with the services they’ve provided for us!"
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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Zap Electric, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Platteville, CO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My husband with Alzheimer’s can usually change a light switch but while doing the one in the bathroom couldn’t get it. I put an urgent message on Angie’s list and Terry from Zap electric gave me a call in a few minutes. He came and fixed the switch in 20 minutes. He was knowledgeable and so nice. He gave us a senior discount. A bathroom light is a must and he saved me that day. Please call him of you need any electrical!"
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Garage light switch
Quad plug
Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

In the majority of cases, you can replace an outlet with a USB outlet. USB charging receptacles install in the same spot as standard outlets and any electrician worth their salt is more than familiar with the replacement process. Additionally, it’s possible to replace yourself, but only if you have prior experience with your home’s electrical system, as it requires handling of wires.

The most common type of electrical outlet is a 3-prong outlet, which has two flat blades (one is wider than the other) and a round grounding pin. Older homes typically have 2-prong outlets that aren’t as safe as more modern options and are generally not up to current electrical codes.  Other outlets you can find in your home include 20A, 125 volt varieties for larger appliances like refrigerators or washing machines. 

There are also GFCI outlets, which protect against electrical shock in wet areas, such as bathrooms and kitchens, and arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) outlets, which protect against electrical fires caused by arcing.

A two-way switch is also called a single-pole or single-throw switch. These switches only have an on-and-off function and only control a single light or series of lights wired together. A three-way switch has no “on” or "off” position and works with a second switch in the circuit to control a single light or light series from two locations.

GFCI stands for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter, a standard safety addition to home power outlets. In rooms where moisture is more likely, like the bathroom and kitchen, GFCI outlets stop the current when certain kinds of shorts are detected, preventing shocks. Both GFCI and the similar AFCI (Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlets are polarized and have clear indicators on the receptacle where hot wiring should go.

Most LED bulbs have a plastic covering, while incandescent bulbs will be made from glass. This is because LED bulbs don’t produce as much heat as incandescent bulbs, so the covering doesn’t need to be as heat resistant. Also, an LED light bulb will usually have a marking on its base that identifies it as an LED.

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