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

Serving Old Greenwich, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Wonderful, qualified, skilled and careful! We were so pleased with both Mark and Pete, they are a great team. Efficient and wonderful people too. So glad we found someone we could really trust. Thank you we would highly recommend Smeriglio Electric!"
 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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Power Forward LLC
4.8(
24
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - InstallLightning Protection - Install or Repair+12 more

Serving Old Greenwich, CT and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Due to a recent storm, a tree landed on our homes electrical wiring, ripping the cables off our home. Within 24 hours, Power Forward LLC manged to purchase, and reinstall all replacement parts needed, which helped speed up the process to power up our home. I will definitely use this company for any, and all electrical projects in the future. A+ Customer service A+ Quality of work A+ Timelines A+ Cost"
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Rocco Kohut Electrical Installations and Repairs, LLC
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair

Serving Old Greenwich, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Highly recommend! Rocco did a great job on the list of projects I needed done as I moved back into my home after years of renting it out. Finally having external lights and outlets working has been great. He is wonderful at communication on setting up a schedule."
Response time3 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Most household circuits can handle about 70 strings of 50 standard mini lights, or up to 600 strings of LED lights, which consume less power than the incandescent variety. Make sure to factor in any appliances also running on the circuit.

When shopping for a multimeter to handle this job, make sure you purchase one that is able to test for capacitance. While most multimeters offer this function, some do not. You shouldn’t have to spend a lot of money to find the right multimeter. There are models that can perform this test that cost as little as $10.

There are several tools available to help prevent electrical fires. First, ensure that you have GFCI outlets installed in necessary areas, along with an AFCI, which is a circuit breaker that can help prevent arc-faults. Investing in surge protectors is also wise, as they can safeguard your appliances and other items against power surges that may overload your outlet and cause sparking.

Sprinkler valves typically have 16 AWG or 18 AWG wires. AWG, or American Wire Gauge, is the standard measurement for wire gauge sizing in the U.S. The gauge is the thickness of the wire, with higher AWG numbers indicating thinner wires. You can find the gauge measurement in your sprinkler system’s user manual or on the sprinkler manufacturer’s website.

Choosing between 12- or 14-gauge wire for your house depends on the electrical requirements of the circuit. A 12-gauge wire is thicker and can handle more power, making it better suited for devices such as kitchen appliances, air conditioning units, or electric heaters.

A 14-gauge wire is thinner and can handle less electrical current than a 12-gauge wire. It's ideal for circuits with lower power requirements, such as lighting or general-purpose outlets in bedrooms or living rooms.

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