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NextGen Electric, LLC
4.8(
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Portable Generator - InstallCeiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not Provided+13 more

Serving South Bay, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After submitting my quote on homeadvisor, I immediately received a phone call from Tim who came out right away and provided a free estimate after almost an hour of diagnosing my electrical issue. Courteous, friendly and with reasonable pricing, he came out to complete the work the following work day and provided great, high quality work. Will definitely hire Smarthome Solutions for future electrical work."
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Kitchen remodel
New construction  home
New construction  home
New construction  home

+12

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving South Bay, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"William , the owner contacted me soon after I left a message on his phone. He was very prompt in getting me a quote for lightning rods that same day and happened to be in the area locally. We scheduled for him to install two days later. We were very happy with their work, meticulous and detailed. We canâ t notice any rods from the front of the house and they do their best to hide the cable so you canâ t see it. Our house got hit by lightning a year ago and it is not something I want to go thru again with the rebuilding of our house. We have a peace of mind that our house has protection now. William was very reasonable as far as cost compared to the other quotes that we got from other companies. We are so happy we found a great company that is honest and does good work. His company comes back every five years to check that the rods and cables are in good working order!"
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
145 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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StrikeForce Lightning Protection LLC
4.6(
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving South Bay, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

With over 4 generations of experience in lightning protection, StrikeForce is who you need to protect your home from lightning damage. We handle everything from the initial consultation to completion of service with customer satisfaction as a priority. Give us a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!

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Residential Installations
Residential Installations
Residential Installations
Residential Installations

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The purpose of pigtail wiring is to connect multiple wires to a single terminal on a device. Pigtailing involves splicing a short length of wire, called a pigtail, into the multiple wires that need to be connected. The pigtail wire is then connected to the single terminal on the device, allowing all of the wires to be connected at once. This practice helps to simplify the wiring process, reduce clutter, and ensure a secure and reliable electrical connection.

If you connect the wrong electrical wires together, it can lead to a very dangerous electrical shock. All wires should be matched with wires of the same color. It’s very important to consult an electrician if you’re unsure about how to wire your fixture.

Home power is measured in kilowatt-hours, commonly expressed as kWh. The average home uses between 800 and 1,000 kWh per month. Peak usage (and highest bills) occurs in the middle of summer and the depths of winter. Keeping on top of your usage during these crucial months will lower your annual average usage considerably. 

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

While washers and dryers do not require a GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) outlet to function properly, electrical codes often mandate their use for safety. The National Electrical Code (NEC) requires GFCI protection for all outlets within six feet of a water source. This means a washer and dryer must be plugged into a GFCI outlet if they are installed in locations like a laundry room, utility room, garage, or basement. In other areas without a nearby water source, there is no specific requirement, but using a GFCI outlet is still recommended for extra peace of mind. It is always best to consult your local codes and regulations to ensure compliance and safety.

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