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Calkins Electric LLC
4.8(
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Serving Old Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He called PROMPTLY, in regard to setting up an appointment. On the day of service, they arrived on time ( a bit early even) and came in with a very friendly demeanor. The job was handled in an expedient and professional manner. I was Very pleased with every aspect of the service call. I would recommend Calkins Electric, because I will call them the next time I need this type of work done!!! THANK YOU CALKINS ELECTRIC!!!"
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Old Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Rob was the only person to respond when I was looking for a contractor He was above board with timelines and prices He is quite knowledgeable about generators he is definitely a professional the install is neat and tight l would highly recommend R A Buckley and Son for electrical work."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Klein Electric LLC
4.9(
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Serving Old Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Klein Electric LLC is one of our favorite contractors to work with. Jeremy is responsive and easy to schedule work with. We have had Jeremy on multiple projects and he has been great each time. He works at a fast pace and his trouble shooting is excellent. Jeremy is our first call when we have an electrical problem."
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Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by31%of homeowners
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O'Connell's Electrical Contractors
5.0(
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Serving Old Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike re-wired my basement outlets at my apartment. He figured out that all of them were wired incorrectly. Not only did he restore power to my basement outlets, he prevented an electrical fire from the previous incorrect wiring. He also installed a new bathroom fan/light combo, with Bluetooth speaker capabilities and multiple led light colors. He was efficient, fairly priced and honest. Highly recommend! Thank you again Mike!"
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FO Electric LLC
5.0(
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Serving Old Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These are professional people and very friendly. They do exceptional work. This is my second time using their service....and I'd I ever need any electrical services in the future these would be who I could call first."
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cawiamca Heating, Cooling, and Electrical
5.0(
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Serving Old Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John Valero and his partner did an EXCELLENT job. John was professional to work with from the beginning of the project through completion. He was extremely reliable (always showed up on time) and worked with my timeline. I would highly recommend Cawiamca Electrical and John to anyone needed electrical work."
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Response time8 hrs
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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West Electric, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Old Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"West Electric did very good work. They were able to get the job done quick and efficient. They were responsive when I had questions. They were very reasonable priced. Would definitely hire again in the future"
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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MB Electric
4.9(
7
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Serving Old Lyme, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt was professional, efficient, knowledgeable, and reasonably priced! I needed an outlet installed for my washer dryer. He was able to come in and get it done quickly! I will definitely reach out for future services."
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Response time8 hrs
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The key difference between a circuit breaker versus a surge protector is that circuit breakers shield your entire electrical system from overcurrents and faults, while surge protectors defend your electronic devices against voltage surges and spikes. A circuit breaker interrupts the flow of electricity in a circuit when it detects an overload or short circuit, protecting the wiring from damage and preventing fires. In contrast, a surge protector shields electronic devices from voltage spikes, such as those caused by lightning strikes or power surges, preventing damage to the device’s inner mechanics.

A sump pump can be plugged into a regular, 110-volt outlet with three-prong openings, but it must have GFCI protections per the NEC, meaning you’ll need a GFCI outlet and circuit. Sump pumps require two outlet openings, one for the plug to the motor and one for the float switch.

No, not all thermostats require a C-wire. Older manual and programmable thermostats typically do not need one. While many smart thermostats do require a C-wire to function correctly, some models can operate without one, often at the expense of certain features. A C-wire provides a constant source of power, which enables the thermostat to stay connected to Wi-Fi and keep its display screen lit on-demand. If you are upgrading from an older thermostat to a smart model that requires a C-wire, you may need to install one first for it to work as intended.

Most mechanical and digital timers will only turn your Christmas lights on and off once per day, but a smart timer will likely do so as many times as you want.

The average cost to hire an electrician is around $350. However, every electrical job varies in scope, materials, and labor involved, so while you will likely pay anywhere between $85 and $1,100 for standard jobs, a project like rewiring a house can cost up to $30,000. You might also pay slightly higher prices if you need emergency work done or if the work involves accessing a hard-to-reach area in your home, like an attic or cramped crawlspace. You should ask your electrician for an estimate before agreeing to the work.

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