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Becks Communications, Inc.
5.0(
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Telephone System - Repair - For BusinessTelephone Jacks and Wiring - Install - For BusinessTelephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business

Serving Red Feather Lakes, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time1 hour
Response rate97%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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WESTERN STAR LIGHTNING PROTECTION
5.0(
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Red Feather Lakes, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Western Star Lightning Protection is a leading lightning protection and lightning rod installation company that services all western states. As members of NFPA, we only use UL-listed materials. We have the experience and expertise to install lightning protection systems that meets the highest safety standards. Contact us for quotation and you will find that prices are truly affordable. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Concealed LP Systems
Concealed LP Systems
Residential Installs
Residential Installs
Residential Installs

+17

21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Accent Tel USA
4.9(
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Telephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business

Serving Red Feather Lakes, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Our Company provides a one-stop solution for all of your voice, internet, and telecom needs. Leveraging the Cloud we provide your Office state-of-the-art telephones for little or no upfront cost striving to keep your monthly costs the same. Sound too good to be true? Give us a call and we will show you how.

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Redrocks Roof and Solar LLC
4.1(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For BusinessFixed Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Red Feather Lakes, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"First-rate service with a personal touch! Itâ s hard to find this kind of care and attention anymore when looking for home repairs. We needed our roof redone and a bunch of electrical repairs. Redrocks Roof and Solar worked with us every step of the way to make sure we were completely satisfied while respecting our budget. They also worked diligently with our insurance company to make sure that nothing was left out of our estimate. Robert and Brooke definitely go the extra mile on everything!"
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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A Better Electrician
4.7(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair+2 more

Serving Red Feather Lakes, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A-Better Electrician is the best value for quality electrical work. This father and son electrical team completed an entire list of electrical tasks I put together as I moved into a house I recently purchased. They were able to estimate the time each task would take on my list to give me an idea of upfront costs and billed on time and material, a much fairer way to do work. Tim and Forest installed undercounter cabinet lighting, exhaust fans in baths, new exterior lighting and outlets, just to name a few things. They were flexible with scheduling and cleaned up after each job. For future electrical projects, Tim and Forest are my electrical guys! Susan P. â Fort Collins"
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finished product
Blank ceiling
Under Cabinet Lighting
Shop Lighting

+6

Response time1 hour
Recommended by49%of homeowners
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Lion Home Service
4.5(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+21 more

Serving Red Feather Lakes, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joey was very professional and completed all work to great satisfaction. He was willing to do a few small extra wiring requests that was much appreciated while he was here. I would definitely recommend this company to anyone needing professional electrical work. They really try to take care of the customer so that you feel totally satisfied."
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Duct Cleaning before and after

+7

Response time1 day
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

How far you can run underground electric depends on the wire gauge (generally AWG) and the circuit voltage. Too much voltage drop in an electrical circuit can negatively affect performance, so the smaller the voltage drop, the better. Ideally, it shouldn't exceed 3%. The smaller the wire and the longer the run, the more significant the voltage drop. 

For example, with a 120-volt circuit, you can run 60 feet of 12 AWG cable without losing more than 3% voltage. With a 240-volt circuit, you can run 120 feet of 12 AWG wire while maintaining a voltage drop of 3% or less.

It wouldn’t be abnormal to view all wiring as simply wiring, but wiring has different gauges and can handle different loads. When you’re wiring for 240V, you need wire that is rated at least 240V, but honestly it’s better to spend a little more and just buy 300V wiring. This ensures a margin of safety in case the wiring gets overloaded.

While most electrical items can be plugged into a GFCI outlet, some appliances with internal or stationary motors, such as refrigerators, vent fans, and fluorescent lighting, can cause nuisance tripping. This happens because they experience a small, normal amount of current leakage, which can cause the GFCI to trip even when the appliance is working correctly. Although this is not a safety hazard, it can be inconvenient and may cause the GFCI outlet to wear out faster. For this reason, it is often better to plug these types of appliances into a standard outlet. Additionally, electrical circuits over 100 feet long can sometimes cause tripping. Some appliances, like hair dryers, have their own built-in GFCI protection, so connecting them to a standard outlet is fine.

Grounded electrical outlets are usually three-pronged. You can also look for a grounding clip in your outlet boxes or use a circuit tester. If you’re unsure, consult a suitably qualified electrician regarding your home's electrical safety.

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.

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