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EB Electrical Services, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Sandy Hook, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Friendly, quick and efficient! A really wonderful experience all around. I would totally recommend and I will be hiring EB Electrical Services again in the future. Thank you very much!"
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
Valeri Electric, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Sandy Hook, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was up against a deadline to have my electrical panel and wiring updated. Andrew responded quickly and completed the job professionally in record time! If he didn't have to wait for the City to come out to complete something on the utility pole, his timing would have even been even more spectacular and extraordinary. Superior!"
Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Paradise Electric, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Sandy Hook, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The company was very professional in returning my call and responding to my emails, they were prompt and their prices were fair...I will definitely use Paradise Electrics thank you HomeAdvisor!"
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Power Forward LLC
4.8(
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Serving Sandy Hook, CT and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I really loved working with Power Forward. We needed a 50A external connector and interlock fitted for a portable generator, a new floodlight and a smart doorbell wired up. Ian Stewart responded immediately to my request for a quote and was very helpful going over my options and discussing generators at length to ensure I was going to be set up right and I was able to get a fair and detailed quote very quickly. After accepting online, Morgan was very helpful setting up the appointment and Chris Woosley, who was the technician that came around to install everything, was also very knowledgeable, enthusiastically answered all my questions and worked diligently and neatly. Everything was clean and neat after he'd finished. With excellent communication, extremely detailed quote, friendly employees and easy one click online pay options after the job was complete, I was extremely impressed at how slick each part of the process was and the service that I received. Thanks so much! Power Forward are definitely our go-to electricians from now on."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Aries Electric, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Sandy Hook, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They are the most polite, responsible, prompt and professional people that I have ever done business with and I have hired a lot of people in my time. will never use anyone else."
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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Mikell Electric
4.5(
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Serving Sandy Hook, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Spencer was phenomenal! GREAT to work with. Very quick email reply to original request. Reasonable rates and he did a great job. Great service too!!! Thanks Spencer for the fiber optic wiring. Will use again. Definitely recommend!"
Response time3 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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FO Electric LLC
5.0(
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Serving Sandy Hook, 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
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

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.

Local building codes typically require conduit around exterior wiring. Conduit protects the wire from moisture, extreme temperatures, sun exposure, and harsh weather conditions to prolong its lifespan. When a wire is worn out, it can be dangerous as the risk of electric shock or fire increases.

They’ll use more electricity than the average upright vacuum, but not remarkably more. Most power units plug into a standard 120-volt outlet and don’t have significant power demands. You shouldn’t notice an increase in electricity bills. If you have any specific questions about energy costs, ask your installer as you examine purchase decisions. Larger power units will need more electricity for their suction levels.

GFCI stands for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter, a standard safety addition to home power outlets. In rooms where moisture is more likely, like the bathroom and kitchen, GFCI outlets stop the current when certain kinds of shorts are detected, preventing shocks. Both GFCI and the similar AFCI (Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlets are polarized and have clear indicators on the receptacle where hot wiring should go.

Aluminum wiring can pose a significant fire risk because it tends to expand, contract, and overheat, leading to failing connections and splices. If your home has aluminum wiring, it doesn't always require a complete replacement, but you must take safety precautions. The first step is to hire a licensed electrician to conduct a thorough inspection. Based on their findings, you have several options:

  • Full Replacement: The safest but most expensive solution is to replace all aluminum wiring with copper.

  • Copper Pigtailing: A more budget-friendly option, suitable for certain homes, involves adding a short section of copper wire to the end of each aluminum wire at connection points.

  • Other Safety Upgrades: Your electrician may also recommend installing aluminum-compatible outlets and applying an anti-oxidant paste to connections to prevent corrosion.

Consulting a professional will help you determine the best course of action to ensure your home's wiring meets current safety standards.

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