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VRD Services LLC

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VRD Services LLC

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2 years of experience
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With over 30 years of experience, VRD Services is a true One-Stop Electrical service! We cover it all! We are reliable, easy to work with and dedicated to our customers. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!

With over 30 years of experience, VRD Services is a true One-Stop Electrical service! We cover it all! We are reliable, easy to work with and dedicated to our customers. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!


"Eric and his team did an amazing job. They were very helpful. Getting all the required permits in calvert county. Eric talked to the electric company to get evetlrything scheduled. When the job was done he contacted the office for inspection. All we had to do was sit back and wait."

Donald L on April 2025

As a locally owned and operated Electrical Contractor business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Eric and his team did an amazing job. They were very helpful. Getting all the required permits in calvert county. Eric talked to the electric company to get evetlrything scheduled. When the job was done he contacted the office for inspection. All we had to do was sit back and wait."

Donald L on April 2025


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CAB Certified Electric

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CAB Certified Electric

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
156 local quotes requested

CAB Certified Electric is a locally owned by a master electrician with over 20 years of experience. CAB Certified Electricians are licensed in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C. We work with a variety of customers that include: residential customers, commercial customers, insurance companies, remodeling contractors and even the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA). CAB Certified Electric is certified with the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), Minority Business Enterprise Program (MBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program (DBE).

"Great people, on time and very reasonable. I've already referred them to clients. My new go-to electrician!"

Jim M on June 2025

CAB Certified Electric is a locally owned by a master electrician with over 20 years of experience. CAB Certified Electricians are licensed in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C. We work with a variety of customers that include: residential customers, commercial customers, insurance companies, remodeling contractors and even the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA). CAB Certified Electric is certified with the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), Minority Business Enterprise Program (MBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program (DBE).

"Great people, on time and very reasonable. I've already referred them to clients. My new go-to electrician!"

Jim M on June 2025


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Vital Electric

7102 Columbia Park Road
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Vital Electric

7102 Columbia Park Road
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
32 local quotes requested

We are a Union trained company, with a Licensed and insured Journeyman Electrician. We have experience since 2014. We are able to troubleshoot and resolve any electrical issues. We specialize in Heavy ups, Generators, New installs, EV chargers, and many more projects. Customer satisfaction tops our priority list. We are Minority owned. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Ludwing was on time, courteous and professional. He was knowledgeable regarding his craft and reasonable with price. I would recommend his services to my family and friends."

Natasha B on October 2025

We are a Union trained company, with a Licensed and insured Journeyman Electrician. We have experience since 2014. We are able to troubleshoot and resolve any electrical issues. We specialize in Heavy ups, Generators, New installs, EV chargers, and many more projects. Customer satisfaction tops our priority list. We are Minority owned. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Ludwing was on time, courteous and professional. He was knowledgeable regarding his craft and reasonable with price. I would recommend his services to my family and friends."

Natasha B on October 2025


JOHN MAX ELECTRIC

15625 Easthaven Court
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JOHN MAX ELECTRIC

15625 Easthaven Court
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
121 local quotes requested

We specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, lighting, panel upgrades, generator installations, solar, power, ceiling fans, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Very prompt in servicing my issues. Took time to explain and show me what they were doing and even what I needed to do."

Tancine C on July 2025

We specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, lighting, panel upgrades, generator installations, solar, power, ceiling fans, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Very prompt in servicing my issues. Took time to explain and show me what they were doing and even what I needed to do."

Tancine C on July 2025


A&D Electrical Services LLC

9810 BRADDOCK RD
4.67(
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A&D Electrical Services LLC

9810 BRADDOCK RD
4.67(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
39 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

Family business with plenty of years of experience, customer satisfaction is always our priority.

"frank gave me a reasonable estimate for the work involved. we mainly communicated over text which works well for me. he showed up as promised and did an excellent job installing the attic fan. his work exceeded my expectations; wires were cleanly routed, fan was placed optimally, fan controls were conveniently accessible. he gave alot of thought on the how, where, why in his work."

Phong N on June 2025

Family business with plenty of years of experience, customer satisfaction is always our priority.

"frank gave me a reasonable estimate for the work involved. we mainly communicated over text which works well for me. he showed up as promised and did an excellent job installing the attic fan. his work exceeded my expectations; wires were cleanly routed, fan was placed optimally, fan controls were conveniently accessible. he gave alot of thought on the how, where, why in his work."

Phong N on June 2025


Emerson

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Emerson

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
94 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be an electrical contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Dependable, high quality work."

Howard M on April 2025

Our mission is to be an electrical contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Dependable, high quality work."

Howard M on April 2025


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Wilcox Electric LLC

5602 Tuxedo Rd
4.77(
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Wilcox Electric LLC

5602 Tuxedo Rd
4.77(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 years of experience

We at Wilcox Electric are here to serve you. Our team will insure that you receive complete electrical services in a timely, professional manner. Since our founding in 1989, our successful stream of work has been driven largely by customer recommendations. Our company has evolved from a home-based business to an electrical contracting business with 22 employees. As a reflection of the times, we are installing increasing numbers of EV car charging stations in both single family houses and multi unit dwellings.

"Wilcox Electric did a great job for us installing an outdoor GFCI outlet and running a protected cord back to our electrical panel. Chris Doyle arranged for the service and inspection, and David Settimi did the actual installation. David had good ideas about how to place the outlet and wiring. I recommend them highly for electrical services. Outstanding service."

DJames B on December 2024

We at Wilcox Electric are here to serve you. Our team will insure that you receive complete electrical services in a timely, professional manner. Since our founding in 1989, our successful stream of work has been driven largely by customer recommendations. Our company has evolved from a home-based business to an electrical contracting business with 22 employees. As a reflection of the times, we are installing increasing numbers of EV car charging stations in both single family houses and multi unit dwellings.

"Wilcox Electric did a great job for us installing an outdoor GFCI outlet and running a protected cord back to our electrical panel. Chris Doyle arranged for the service and inspection, and David Settimi did the actual installation. David had good ideas about how to place the outlet and wiring. I recommend them highly for electrical services. Outstanding service."

DJames B on December 2024


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Absolute Electrical Contractors LLC

300 Hibiscus Street
4.56(
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Absolute Electrical Contractors LLC

300 Hibiscus Street
4.56(
164
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
34 local quotes requested
34 years of experience

Our electricians are always Prompt, Courteous, Respectful of your home. More than 20 years in Montgomery County. We cover the whole DC area. Accredited Better Business Bureau Member Absolutely no hidden fees licensed & insured in MD, DC, & VA. Let us help you go green & save yourself some green $s. Eco-friendly solutions, home remodeling/renovations, new home installations, upgrading of service, upgrade fuse box to breaker box, troubleshooting & repairs, home inspections. We design, install, & repair: outdoor/landscape lighting, security lighting & systems, communications systems/telephones & systems wiring, data (internet) wiring, cable and fios tv wiring, recessed & track lighting, ceiling fans, attic exhaust fans, light fixture & dimmers, plugs & switches, emergency generators, appliances. better business bureau certified member. Many people believe that their car is the largest single source of air pollution for which they are personally responsible. But in fact, the average home causes the emission of more than twice as much carbon dioxide--the principal greenhouse gas--as the average car. This is because most of the energy consumed in our homes is produced by burning fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas. This pollution is actually a hidden cost for the energy We use, over and above the dizzying $110 billion Americans spend each year on their home energy bills that's nearly $1,300 per house. Much of this energy use is unnecessary because there are a variety of proven, widely available products on the market today (heating, cooling, appliances, windows, lighting, etc.) to drastically reduce your home's energy bills, and accompanying pollution. What's more, many of these products actually improve the comfort and livability of your home.

"Andre was extremely helpful and kind with the install - I was having issues with my power in my rooms, he helped me navigate the issue, replace the needed sockets, and also gave me extra help regarding recommendations for electrical safety. Could not recommend enough, thanks Andre!"

Eniola O on May 2025

Our electricians are always Prompt, Courteous, Respectful of your home. More than 20 years in Montgomery County. We cover the whole DC area. Accredited Better Business Bureau Member Absolutely no hidden fees licensed & insured in MD, DC, & VA. Let us help you go green & save yourself some green $s. Eco-friendly solutions, home remodeling/renovations, new home installations, upgrading of service, upgrade fuse box to breaker box, troubleshooting & repairs, home inspections. We design, install, & repair: outdoor/landscape lighting, security lighting & systems, communications systems/telephones & systems wiring, data (internet) wiring, cable and fios tv wiring, recessed & track lighting, ceiling fans, attic exhaust fans, light fixture & dimmers, plugs & switches, emergency generators, appliances. better business bureau certified member. Many people believe that their car is the largest single source of air pollution for which they are personally responsible. But in fact, the average home causes the emission of more than twice as much carbon dioxide--the principal greenhouse gas--as the average car. This is because most of the energy consumed in our homes is produced by burning fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas. This pollution is actually a hidden cost for the energy We use, over and above the dizzying $110 billion Americans spend each year on their home energy bills that's nearly $1,300 per house. Much of this energy use is unnecessary because there are a variety of proven, widely available products on the market today (heating, cooling, appliances, windows, lighting, etc.) to drastically reduce your home's energy bills, and accompanying pollution. What's more, many of these products actually improve the comfort and livability of your home.

"Andre was extremely helpful and kind with the install - I was having issues with my power in my rooms, he helped me navigate the issue, replace the needed sockets, and also gave me extra help regarding recommendations for electrical safety. Could not recommend enough, thanks Andre!"

Eniola O on May 2025


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Lemus Electrical Services LLC

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Lemus Electrical Services LLC

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
63 local quotes requested

Lemus Electrical Services LLC. We are a family company with 10 years of experience in the electrical market, which gives us the experience to be able to carry out all residential and commercial electrical work. For us there is no such thing as a small job, we put the same passion and professionalism into each job we do because we are sure that it is the basis for maintaining an excellent relationship with our clients. Best regards, Julio L. (Owner)

"Lemus Electrical was very responsive when we had a three-day outage. A technician came the same day I called, and came back one day later with 3 others to install a new electrical panel - which had been ruined by a transformer blowout. They were very professional, did very good work, and were cheerful about it all. I will definitely call them again, the next time we need electrical work!"

Beverly R on May 2025

Lemus Electrical Services LLC. We are a family company with 10 years of experience in the electrical market, which gives us the experience to be able to carry out all residential and commercial electrical work. For us there is no such thing as a small job, we put the same passion and professionalism into each job we do because we are sure that it is the basis for maintaining an excellent relationship with our clients. Best regards, Julio L. (Owner)

"Lemus Electrical was very responsive when we had a three-day outage. A technician came the same day I called, and came back one day later with 3 others to install a new electrical panel - which had been ruined by a transformer blowout. They were very professional, did very good work, and were cheerful about it all. I will definitely call them again, the next time we need electrical work!"

Beverly R on May 2025

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Yes, standard dimmer switches should never be used to control a ceiling fan motor. They’re designed for lighting, not motors, and they can cause humming, overheating, or permanent damage. You should only use switches that are specifically labeled for fan speed control.

The average lifespan of a home electrical system is anywhere from 30 to 70 years or more, depending on the type of system you have. Modern electrical wiring, like aluminum or copper, can last 50 to 70 years while older types may need to be replaced sooner. Additionally, circuit breakers tend to last anywhere from 30 to 40 years, while electrical outlets need to be replaced every 10 to 25 years. 

You may be able to power some smart thermostats without a C-wire, but these may “steal” power from other appliances, or generally not work as well. If you’re committed to the high-tech life, adding a C-wire for your smart thermostat is likely a wise investment that can make everything run a lot more smoothly.

Window ACs use 500 to 1,400 watts per hour of electricity, while mini-splits use 500 to 700 watts per hour. However, if you need to cool multiple zones in your house, your mini-split can use as much as 2,000 watts per hour. How often you run your system will impact how much electricity you use (and how much you pay per month).

You can twist the wires before using a wire nut, but it’s not necessary. Electricians often twist wires before using a wire nut, which can help secure the connection and enhance electrical contact between wires. You can decide whether or not to twist the wires beforehand, or consult a local electrician if you need  professional opinion.

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