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Extel Communications, Inc.

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Extel Communications, Inc.

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 years of experience

We're a local family-owned and operated business started in 1987 with hundreds of satisfied customers throughout Connecticut and New York. We install and maintain hosted-cloud and on-premise telephone systems and provide service for your existing telephone system. Additionally, we offer telco & cable company network services, troubleshoot WiFi issues including installing wireless access points for WiFi connectivity, install data, fiber and voice cabling, security cameras and computer networks. Contact us today for a no charge, no obligation survey for all of your telecom and data needs!

"Immediate response. Expert, knowledgeable work. Excellent customer service. Very reasonable price. Would hire them again without question."

Brian M on December 2023

We're a local family-owned and operated business started in 1987 with hundreds of satisfied customers throughout Connecticut and New York. We install and maintain hosted-cloud and on-premise telephone systems and provide service for your existing telephone system. Additionally, we offer telco & cable company network services, troubleshoot WiFi issues including installing wireless access points for WiFi connectivity, install data, fiber and voice cabling, security cameras and computer networks. Contact us today for a no charge, no obligation survey for all of your telecom and data needs!

"Immediate response. Expert, knowledgeable work. Excellent customer service. Very reasonable price. Would hire them again without question."

Brian M on December 2023


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Calkins Electric LLC

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Calkins Electric LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 years of experience

6 employees. No subs. Charges by the hour. travel charges. No service fees. Extra charge for after hours services. You can reach us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for the service repairs that keep your lights on or keeps them from going out! Maintain your home’s convenience and comfort with service upgrades, new outlet installations, generator installations, and home rewiring. You can even have us install your home theater or surround sound systems. Is your office or production facility experiencing power failures? Let us size your generator or electrical load and install new units or gen trans systems to make sure you have enough capacity. You can even call us to make sure your shore-to-dock power is enough to keep your boat warm and well-lit when you’re aboard. Call us today to get your FREE estimate or to ask about our senior discounts. Get to Know Calkins Electric: •Residential Electrical Work – 24-hour service repairs, service upgrades, generator installations, home rewiring, new outlet installation, and more •Commercial And Industrial Electrical Work – Electrical services sizing, generator package sizing, generator and gen trans systems installation, automatic and manual transfer switches, control work and machine wiring, motor hook ups, and more Your new installations come with a two-year warranty. Our company is fully licensed and insured as well as supremely safety conscious. You can trust us to work safely in your home or business and we have over 25 years of experience. May contact through email. Additional phone - (860) 691-0446. Award winning.

"We were contacted, and after a short conversation, I was told they would try to get to my house that day. They came quickly, and were able to diagnose the problem and repair that which needed fixing!"

Donna Y on November 2022

6 employees. No subs. Charges by the hour. travel charges. No service fees. Extra charge for after hours services. You can reach us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for the service repairs that keep your lights on or keeps them from going out! Maintain your home’s convenience and comfort with service upgrades, new outlet installations, generator installations, and home rewiring. You can even have us install your home theater or surround sound systems. Is your office or production facility experiencing power failures? Let us size your generator or electrical load and install new units or gen trans systems to make sure you have enough capacity. You can even call us to make sure your shore-to-dock power is enough to keep your boat warm and well-lit when you’re aboard. Call us today to get your FREE estimate or to ask about our senior discounts. Get to Know Calkins Electric: •Residential Electrical Work – 24-hour service repairs, service upgrades, generator installations, home rewiring, new outlet installation, and more •Commercial And Industrial Electrical Work – Electrical services sizing, generator package sizing, generator and gen trans systems installation, automatic and manual transfer switches, control work and machine wiring, motor hook ups, and more Your new installations come with a two-year warranty. Our company is fully licensed and insured as well as supremely safety conscious. You can trust us to work safely in your home or business and we have over 25 years of experience. May contact through email. Additional phone - (860) 691-0446. Award winning.

"We were contacted, and after a short conversation, I was told they would try to get to my house that day. They came quickly, and were able to diagnose the problem and repair that which needed fixing!"

Donna Y on November 2022


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W B Lightning Rods

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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **

"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."

Jennifer B on October 2024

WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **

"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."

Jennifer B on October 2024


"They reached out quickly to me and discussed the job and arranged a time to come and give a estimate. Rob showed up on time and was knowledgeable and helpful. I accepted the estimate and arranged a time for the work to be done. Once again Rob showed up on time prepared to do the work. He complained the job in the amount of time given. The work that was done was well done and very professional. He was very helpful and easy to work with. Also he was able to answer any questions that I had. I would recommend them to do work for others and will be hiring them again for any future work that needs to be done. Thanks Rob. Appreciate the work you did."

James G on January 2025

With a knack for excellence, R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC, can handle all your electrical needs big or small. Call us today and let us be your one-stop solution for all your electrical needs.

"They reached out quickly to me and discussed the job and arranged a time to come and give a estimate. Rob showed up on time and was knowledgeable and helpful. I accepted the estimate and arranged a time for the work to be done. Once again Rob showed up on time prepared to do the work. He complained the job in the amount of time given. The work that was done was well done and very professional. He was very helpful and easy to work with. Also he was able to answer any questions that I had. I would recommend them to do work for others and will be hiring them again for any future work that needs to be done. Thanks Rob. Appreciate the work you did."

James G on January 2025


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West Electric, LLC

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West Electric, LLC

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

With 40 plus years of experience at West Electric, LLC, our work and customer service far exceeds our competition. We make sure that any concerns that the customer has are addressed quickly and correctly. We treat them the way we would expect to be treated as well. Your Home Electrictrification Specialists, providing you with commetive pricing for your EV, SOLAR, AND BATTERY STORAGE needs.

"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 "

Skott W on June 2025

With 40 plus years of experience at West Electric, LLC, our work and customer service far exceeds our competition. We make sure that any concerns that the customer has are addressed quickly and correctly. We treat them the way we would expect to be treated as well. Your Home Electrictrification Specialists, providing you with commetive pricing for your EV, SOLAR, AND BATTERY STORAGE needs.

"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 "

Skott W on June 2025


Deary Electric & Renovations

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Deary Electric & Renovations

4.91(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

WD Home Services is your local full service expert master electrician, electrical contractor, electrical service, and electrical repairman in Putnam, CT and Windham County, CT. Call for 24 hour emergency services too!

"Shawn and his team do a lot of work for me and I’m pleased with there work and there efficiency"

william S on November 2025

WD Home Services is your local full service expert master electrician, electrical contractor, electrical service, and electrical repairman in Putnam, CT and Windham County, CT. Call for 24 hour emergency services too!

"Shawn and his team do a lot of work for me and I’m pleased with there work and there efficiency"

william S on November 2025


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O'Connell's Electrical Contractors

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O'Connell's Electrical Contractors

5.00(
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Super Service Award
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 7+ years of experience in the industry, O'Connell's Electrical Contractors is who you need to take care of all your electrical needs. We will always treat your home as well as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. CALL US AT (860) 682-0641 TO SPEAK WITH US TODAY!

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David B on November 2025

With over 7+ years of experience in the industry, O'Connell's Electrical Contractors is who you need to take care of all your electrical needs. We will always treat your home as well as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. CALL US AT (860) 682-0641 TO SPEAK WITH US TODAY!

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David B on November 2025


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Phase Out Electric

4.63(
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Phase Out Electric

4.63(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

With over 20 years of experience in the electrical industry, there is no challenge technical or aesthetic that Phase Out Electric can't handle. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels, as well as wiring and panel upgrades. We also handle specialty trade applications including solar installation and maintenance and commercial electrical service maintenance . We are committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on and look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients.

"The solar company I chose was one of the worst choices I have ever made. Vision Solar went Bankrupt and I had no one to help me when my system went down. I call numerous solar companies and no one would help me. Then I found Phase Out Electric it was an immediate yes after I told them what was going on. My inverter was bad and still under guarantee and they took care of getting it for me. I was kept well informed on what was happening. I will use them again if I have any more problems."

Ben G on September 2024

With over 20 years of experience in the electrical industry, there is no challenge technical or aesthetic that Phase Out Electric can't handle. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels, as well as wiring and panel upgrades. We also handle specialty trade applications including solar installation and maintenance and commercial electrical service maintenance . We are committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on and look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients.

"The solar company I chose was one of the worst choices I have ever made. Vision Solar went Bankrupt and I had no one to help me when my system went down. I call numerous solar companies and no one would help me. Then I found Phase Out Electric it was an immediate yes after I told them what was going on. My inverter was bad and still under guarantee and they took care of getting it for me. I was kept well informed on what was happening. I will use them again if I have any more problems."

Ben G on September 2024


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Electric Solutions Contracting

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Electric Solutions Contracting

4.76(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

Welcome to Electric Solutions Contracting, LLC. Whenever you are having electrical issues in your home, don't hesitate to call us. We are known for our great customer service as well as making sure that no job goes unfinished. Check us out and let us make you a customer for life!

"Showed up at scheduled time. Gave an exact estimate, and completed the work as expected. I would recommend Kevin to others."

Paul D on May 2023

Welcome to Electric Solutions Contracting, LLC. Whenever you are having electrical issues in your home, don't hesitate to call us. We are known for our great customer service as well as making sure that no job goes unfinished. Check us out and let us make you a customer for life!

"Showed up at scheduled time. Gave an exact estimate, and completed the work as expected. I would recommend Kevin to others."

Paul D on May 2023


"Brett did an excellent job for us. We had the outside meter box and cable replaced. Brett gave us a great price, communicated quickly and got the job done when he said it would be done. The town just stopped by to sign off on the job and they said that the job was one of the best that he’s seen. We also had Brett put up two ceiling fans on the porch, he made sure that they were operating perfectly. Don’t hesitate to contact this company for your next electrical project"

Cecelia K on March 2025

Brett Ravenelle proudly serves its customers with integrity, professionalism and attention to the details that matter most to you, which clearly sets us apart from the rest. Give us a call, visit our profile page or book us instantly today!

"Brett did an excellent job for us. We had the outside meter box and cable replaced. Brett gave us a great price, communicated quickly and got the job done when he said it would be done. The town just stopped by to sign off on the job and they said that the job was one of the best that he’s seen. We also had Brett put up two ceiling fans on the porch, he made sure that they were operating perfectly. Don’t hesitate to contact this company for your next electrical project"

Cecelia K on March 2025

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

It's possible to get power from an outlet for a light switch. However, you must install additional wiring to get current from the outlet to the switch and from the switch to the load it will control. Also, you must ensure that the outlet's electrical circuit can accommodate the additional demand. 

A blinking, or twinkle, bulb makes Christmas lights blink. Usually, this type of bulb has a silver or red tip, making it easily distinguishable from other non-blinking bulbs. Most packages of Christmas lights come with additional blinking and non-blinking bulbs. Additional bulbs can be purchased at a hardware store or online retailer.

Most hot tubs use between 1,500 watts and 6,000 watts of electricity, depending on the voltage of your heater. 120-volt heaters tip toward the low end, and 240-volt heaters tip toward the high end. Expect your pump to add another 1,500 watts. Newer, energy-efficient models use less electricity, while older models use more.

Yes, you can put a dimmer on a three-way switch, but it can’t be the same kind of dimmer you’d put on a standard light switch. A three-way switch requires a three-way dimmer. If two switches control a single or multiple lights, then you need a three-way dimmer. The type of light bulb should also be compatible with your fixture and dimmer.

When selecting a pool heater, it’s important to think not just about the cost of the unit itself but also about how much it costs to run. Expect to pay about $100 per month to run a heat pump pool heater. A natural gas heater will cost twice that amount, while an electric pool heater costs about $250 a month.

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