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JMP Electric, LLC
4.9(
91
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Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Power Forward LLC
4.8(
24
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Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

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"
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.8(
48
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Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This was by far the best contractor experience I’ve had in many years. Rob is friendly, knowledgeable and professional. He was able to work within my budget and kept me informed during every stage of the process. My generator was ordered and installed in only one week, which was also very impressive. I would highly recommend Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
3 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

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very professional and extremely friendly contractor. Alberto and his apprentice Chandler arrived on time and after introductions started their work. Panel upgrade with breaker and wiring installation was performed efficiently with only necessary disruption to home electrical service. Testing completed and panel breaker labeling done from old panel door. Cleanup was thorough and appreciated. I enjoyed the conversation we had during and after the job including my own DIY electrical experience. If I was going to sum my experience with A & A Electrical Contractors LLC, it would be that it is a great model for professionalism and consumer oriented business. I was given more options than other contractors. Reasonable contract pricing. Highly recommended and definitely a return customer for any future electrical needs requiring experienced professionals."
Tesla charger
Old panel
Old meter
New meter
New panel

+2

Response time3 hrs
Response rate90%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Supreme Electric, LLC
4.1(
122
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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%
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
Electrical Connection, Inc.
4.6(
16
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Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Electrical Connection installed a transfer switch for our generator last year when other companies would not even return our calls. The work was professional, friendly and efficient. This year we called to have an outlet installed on our deck and a junction box for our new motorized awning again great friendly service. WOULD NOT CALL ANY OTHER COMPANY !!!!!"
 Service Van
 Generator Maintenance
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

If the outlet is a GFCI model, this is normal since these outlets have their own breakers that shut off when they encounter a problem—just hitting the reset button should solve the issue. Otherwise, the outlet could have bad wiring, or your circuit breaker could be having issues. If the issue started out of nowhere and is not on a GFCI outelt, it’s best to contact an electrician to diagnose the issue.

First, check the current electrical code in your area to ensure spaces you’re considering meet the requirements. After that, your outlet’s location is up to you. If you’re moving it to hide wiring, you may want to move it in a spot that will also be hidden from view, such as behind a media center or table. As long as you meet the spacing guidelines set by electrical codes, you should be able to pick any spot in your home for an outlet. 

Electric water heaters use a high amount of electricity, so they’re best for homeowners who subsidize their electric bill with solar or who live in an area with inexpensive electricity. For others, gas water heaters versus electric water heaters may be the more cost-effective solution, with the added bonus of heating water quickly and efficiently. No matter which you choose, you can lower your water temperature as low as possible to keep costs down.

Common signs of faulty electrical wiring include frequent circuit breaker trips, flickering or dimming lights, burning smells near an outlet, buzzing or humming sounds, electrical shocks or tingles when handling outlets of appliances, and hot or discolored outlet switches. If you notice one or more of these signs, hire a licensed electrician for an average cost of $50 to $100 per hour to diagnose and make necessary repairs.

You can check if an electrician is licensed in California by using the online check a license tool offered by the Department of Consumer Affairs Contractors State License Board. You have the option of searching by the license number, the electrical contractor’s name, or the name of the business to determine the electrician’s status.

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