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Avatar for Power Switch Electric
Power Switch Electric
5.0(
16
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Serving Riverton, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Mike did a phenomenal job, worked quick and make sure we were happy with the overall custom job. It was a really nuanced project and he exceeded our expectations. HIGHLY recommend"
Electrical work
Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FO Electric LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Riverton, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Anchor Electric Motor, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Riverton, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1950

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have nothing but good things to say for Anchor Electric. They really came through for me. Nate and Paul were very kind, courteous, and helpful. It was an absolute pleasure working with them."
Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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MB Electric
4.9(
7
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Serving Riverton, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
MB Industries
MB Industries
MB Industries
MB Industries
MB Industries

+46

Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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St. Lawrence Electric
5.0(
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Serving Riverton, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kevin was great. I called him with a few questions about the process and he was able to answer them quickly and accurately. He was also able to schedule me and get the job done quickly. I would highly recommend St. Lawrence Electric."
Chargepoint Charger
Emporia Charger
Tesla Charger
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
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Extel Communications, Inc.
5.0(
41
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Serving Riverton, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extel does an excellent job. We have been customers for many years and recommend them highly. Sal and Peter are knowledgeable and helpful. Very quick response time. True partners."
Long Range WiFi Repeater
Hikvision Bullet Camera
Hikvision Dome Camera
Hikvision Bullet Camera
Hikvision Dome Camera

+1

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
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Serving Riverton, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"WB Lightning is focused on customer service. The company provided good communication and responded very quickly to my inquiry for a quote. WB Lightning is a respected company, I had another electrical service provider tell me I made a good choice when I hired WB Lightning Rods."
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
66 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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JZG Electric LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Riverton, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Upgrade by James G. (JZG Electric) James G. from JZG Electric did an outstanding job on our main panel upgrade. From the very beginning, he was prompt, professional, and incredibly thorough. He took the time to walk through the existing setup, explain the required changes in plain language, and outline exactly what to expect during the upgrade. On installation day, James worked efficiently and with clear attention to detail. His workmanship is clean, organized, and clearly reflects a deep understanding of electrical systems/code and safety standards. He coordinated the utility shut-off smoothly, kept the workspace neat, and ensured everything was brought up to code without any surprises. After the upgrade, he double-checked all circuits, labeled everything clearly, and made sure we understood the new panel layout. The difference in reliability and safety is immediately noticeable. Overall, James delivered exceptional service from start to finish. Highly recommend JZG Electric!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Outlets with only two slots have no ground connection. That’s more common on very old outlets, which means it’s more likely the outlet won’t be polarized. You’ll have to closely examine the slots to see if there’s a size difference indicating polarization. Keep in mind outlets this old are usually out of code and should be replaced if you’re doing any electrical work.

You should never wire neutral and ground wires together at a light switch. Not only is it unsafe, but it’s also incorrect. The neutral and ground wires perform separate functions in an electrical circuit and should never be swapped or wired together at a light switch, light, or outlet. 

It prevents electrical surges, protects your home from things like electrical fires, and prevents you from getting shocked if an errant surge runs through your power line. Without grounded wires, your appliances could also get damaged during lightning storms.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

According to the National Electrical Code® (NEC®), the electrical code for kitchen outlets states that electrical outlets in a kitchen should be installed no more than 48 inches apart. This ensures that a receptacle is no further away than 24 inches from any place on the countertop. Countertops wider than 12 inches need an outlet on the wall above the countertop.

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