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JMP Electric, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My husband and I highly recommend Jeremy. We had power issues and Jeremy walked us through everything that was going on. He went over the pricing and stuck to it. He is quick to respond to communication. We are very happy with the work he and Austin did to correct and upgrade our electric service. We will definitely be using him for future electricity needs and recommend him highly!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate85%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Supreme Electric, LLC
4.1(
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Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was excellent, respectful of property and very professional. The work was completed timely and to my great satisfaction. I would definitely use Supreme Electric again and I highly recommend this company."
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Recessed and pendant lighting
Home theatre wiring and lighting
Whole house generator wiring
Generator install

+49

Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Portland, 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 time5 hrs
Response rate90%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A & A Electrical Contractors, LLC
5.0(
35
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Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Roberto Suarez ( A and A Electric) was excellent. He showed up in the pouring rain and installed the wiring for an electric range on a Mobil home. The job entailed running cable approximately 50 feet under the unit in pvc, installing the outlet and connecting it to the breaker box. He gave me the best quote, did excellent work and was a total gentleman! All on a Sunday in a torrential storm. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!"
Tesla charger
Old panel
Old meter
New meter
New panel

+2

Response time3 hrs
Response rate90%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Adam Electric
4.7(
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Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Adam did a great job and kept the area he was working in clean from debris. He was courteous and professional. Thanks Adam!"
Response time3 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

If you’re someone who likes to tinker around the house and make DIY repairs, a multimeter or voltmeter can be a great tool to have around, especially if you’re comfortable with electrical repairs. That said, if working with electricity feels out of your depth, you don’t need to invest in a multimeter. Reach out to an electrical pro for any electrical work you need done if any part of you is hesitant about a project.

Motion sensors are actually an eco-friendly option and don’t use as much electricity compared to other lighting sources. Motion sensor lights are always on “standby,” which requires a phantom source of power at all times, but for most sensor light models, this is only a small amount of electricity—typically around one watt of power.

Yes, the National Electric Code (NEC) requires at least one GFCI outlet in each sectioned-off portion of an unfinished basement, partly to ensure a power source is available for a sump pump in case of flooding. If you install multiple outlets in your unfinished basement, all of them must be GFCI-protected. For finished basements, standard outlets are generally permitted, but at least one GFCI outlet is still required per circuit. Keep in mind that local municipalities may have additional codes, so it's best to consult a licensed electrician to ensure your home is fully compliant.

Before hiring an electrician, check out the contractor’s official website, read reviews, and look them up on your local Department of Labor’s website. If you’re hiring for a complex job, pay special attention to their level of expertise. Also, call up pros directly to ask about their insurance status, specifically liability insurance, and request customer references.

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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