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Avatar for Smeriglio Electric, LLC
Smeriglio Electric, LLC
4.9(
37
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business+1 more

Serving New Canaan, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I recommend Smeriglio Electric for home electric work. You can be certain that you are going to get a skilled and experienced electrician. Mark Smeriglio moved a light fixture for me during a move and then stuck around to repair light sockets and light switches that were not working at the new place. He was flexible and accommodating about the extra work and it was reasonably priced. He was also very helpful about identifying what needed to be fixed and what could be overlooked."
 Subpanel and lighting controls
 200A electrical distrubution panel with main brea
 200A panel close up
TV wall mounting etc
TV wall mounting etc after

+18

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Newgrange Electric Inc.
4.5(
74
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station InstallationElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For BusinessElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not Provided+10 more

Serving New Canaan, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"As a Building & General Contractor myself Newgrange electric is one of my best electrical sub contractors. Eddie the owner is very hard working. Always reliable, extremely professional and maintains an office manager Nicole who knows what's going on, on all their projects so you always have someone to contact during business hours. Eddies crew is based of long time employees that are very knowledgeable in there work. Eddie will always get back to you even after business hours, which is not the norm for many vendors. We need more contractors like this. Joe Algeri, Orchard Builders & Construction & Skyline Plumbing & Heating."
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+8

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for R.Piro Electric, LLC
R.Piro Electric, LLC
4.9(
65
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by Consumer+3 more

Serving New Canaan, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service and excellent communication. They made it clear what they needed and the time it would take and it was spot on. In addition, Robert and his team were friendly and took that extra step to make it a worthwhile relationship. We would recommend R. Piro Electric to everyone we know."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Antonio Ferrao Electric
Antonio Ferrao Electric
4.6(
40
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+14 more

Serving New Canaan, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The experience I had with Antonio and his men were nothing but spectacular and world class… Antonio came personally to my home to scope out the project, suggested what I needed, and his men delivered they were professional. They were courteous. They cleaned up after themselves, and they were very cautious in respecting my home even to the point where they put drop cloths down on the floor because it was raining outside….. This ladies and gentlemen is how you want to be treated as a customer with the utmost respect, courtesy, fairness, and knowledge of the job!! thank you Antonio and the two gentlemen who came and did the electrical work from my house House you guys were amazing… if I ever need anything else from my home as far as electrical, you guys will be the first person I call.. I wish I could’ve gave them 10 stars… thanks fellas all the best.. Dino"
Screwless cover plates
Pantry
Nest Thermostat
Staircase lighting
Kitchen

+52

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Power Forward LLC
4.8(
24
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - Install+12 more

Serving New Canaan, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I really loved working with Power Forward. We needed a 50A external connector and interlock fitted for a portable generator, a new floodlight and a smart doorbell wired up. Ian Stewart responded immediately to my request for a quote and was very helpful going over my options and discussing generators at length to ensure I was going to be set up right and I was able to get a fair and detailed quote very quickly. After accepting online, Morgan was very helpful setting up the appointment and Chris Woosley, who was the technician that came around to install everything, was also very knowledgeable, enthusiastically answered all my questions and worked diligently and neatly. Everything was clean and neat after he'd finished. With excellent communication, extremely detailed quote, friendly employees and easy one click online pay options after the job was complete, I was extremely impressed at how slick each part of the process was and the service that I received. Thanks so much! Power Forward are definitely our go-to electricians from now on."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

240V is the standard for more demanding appliances in the United States, whereas 220V is more common elsewhere. The voltage isn’t very different in any practical sense. The United States is a newer country compared to many other regions in the world with a faster adoption of new electrical needs. Appliances in the United States are often bigger than other parts of the world.

Usually, your house panel is one of the key components that must be replaced when upgrading your amp service. In many cases, you will also need to upgrade your meter base as well as other electrical components.

It’s generally not recommended to run electric to a shed above ground, and you should instead run electric lines underground via a conduit. This job, like all electrical jobs, is best left to a pro, as they’ll need to ensure everything is installed safely and that they don’t run into any other utility lines underground. 

The main types are 15-amp 120-volt outlets (2-prong and 3-prong), 20-amp 125-volt outlets, and 240-volt outlets for large appliances. Safety types include GFCI, AFCI, tamper-resistant, and weather-resistant outlets. Convenience types include switched, combination, USB, smart, and rotating outlets.

GFCI outlets help prevent dangers from ground faults that can cause shocks. This is a different issue that a ground circuit can’t fully address. It’s best to use GFCI outlets combined with ground circuits for complete protection for you and your electronics.

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