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Swanson Electric LLC
5.0(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station InstallationElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business+7 more

Serving Sherman, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely well and I am quite pleased. Me. Swanson is very professional and amiable. Project completed on time and efficiently. Highly recommend Swanson Electric. Indeed, requested his card to handout to friends looking for electrician for their home projects."
Service upgrade
Pipe job
Library lights
Service upgrade
Service upgrade

+12

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RG Handyman
4.8(
41
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+14 more

Serving Sherman, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"EXCELLENT service is an understatement! All of my issues were resolved and any questions I had about certain electrical issues were all looked at and/or fixed. I could not be happier with the work! Definitely will call them again in the future for any of my needs!"
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Response time1 day
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

No, you should always use proper electrical wire caps to safely cap off electrical wires. Electrical tape isn’t as durable as electrical caps and can deteriorate and separate over time, exposing the live wires. The only way to use electrical tape for this project is to wrap it around the caps themselves to reinforce them and create an even stronger connection, preventing an electrical emergency.

You should never plug a normal 120v appliance into a special 240v outlet, as it can quickly burn out the appliance. This will cause irreparable damage to the appliance and, in worse case scenarios, cause damage to your circuit breaker. Check your appliance’s rating before plugging it into a 220v outlet to avoid electrical disaster.

Yes, if something sparks when you plug it in or turn it on, it's important to unplug it immediately. A spark from an electrical appliance or device could indicate a short circuit, damaged wiring, or other electrical problems that could cause electrical fires or electrical shock. By unplugging the appliance, you can reduce the risk of electrical hazards and prevent damage to the device itself. It's important to avoid using the appliance until it has been inspected and repaired by a licensed professional to ensure that it’s safe to use.

Unfortunately, a partial power outage without a tripped breaker often means you have a major wiring issue or that the breaker itself is going bad. When the power is out in one room but the breaker is not tripped, you need to call an electrician as soon as possible to identify the cause of the problem and repair it.

The size of the microwave you choose may change this answer, but for standard over-the-range microwaves, 120 volts and a three-prong grounded outlet is needed for your device.

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