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D & S Electrical
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Serving Avondale Estates, GA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"D&S Electrical completed the job as we requested and with the upmost professionalism. We had several electrical outlets replaced, doorbell fixed and a smoke detector/ carbon monoxide detector replaced. We will definitely use them again!!!"
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
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Hope Electric
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Serving Avondale Estates, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

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"Benjamin was very professional and did a great job in only a few hours time. I had old school fluorescent lighting fixture in my kitchen and he removed them and added in 5 recessed lighting can fixtures with a dimmer switch. Such a huge difference!! He also repaired an issue we were having in our hallway. Highly recommend for anyone looking for quality electrical work. He was flexible with my time and very friendly"
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Hope Electric
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Firefly Services Inc
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Serving Avondale Estates, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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"Lightning Bug Electric did a wonderful job. We had Josh & Jake come out to install a ceiling fan & a new switch for it in our two story living room. They were extremely nice, funny & professional. They taught us a lot about the home’s existing wiring, & recommendations to upgrade our house that were extremely helpful. The ceiling fan came out great, & the switch as well! I highly recommend them to anyone looking to get electrical work done the right way. Incredible!!"
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Henry County Electric
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Serving Avondale Estates, GA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Henry County Electric is THE BEST!!! They came out and hung 1 chandelier and 2 pendent lights for me! They were on time, quick to get it done, prices are fair and they were very friendly!! I will be hiring them for all my electrical needs!! Thanks again Henry County Electric!! Services were SUPERB!!"
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National Electrical Services
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Serving Avondale Estates, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"David was absolutely amazing! Being a Master Electrician, his level of expertise was impressive. His customer service was excellent. His knowledge and understanding of my needs was absolutely outstanding. He was able to walk me through the process in layman terms, which makes me very comfortable. He was very responsive and respectful of my time requirements. Davidâ s rate was very reasonable and I will DEFINITELY have him work on other upcoming projects. VERY PLEASED & HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. A BIG THANK YOU to David for a job WELL DONE!"
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by73%of homeowners
O & M Electric, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving Avondale Estates, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

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"Mr Otis James of O &M Electric was very professional and easy to talk to. We are senior citizens. It was refreshing to have someone who was patient and respectful to seniors. My husband is a disabled veteran and he was so glad that Mr James was here to help us. We recommend his company highly!!"
Response time5 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

You will need a permit for any electrical work that involves installing or replacing wiring, moving or installing new fixtures, switches, or outlets, hardwiring appliances or HVAC equipment, installing subpanels, and upgrading electrical service. You typically don’t need a permit to have an electrician replace an existing light fixture or electrical box. You can always call your local building department to see if your project needs a permit, but a professional electrician will be able to tell you. In most cases, your professional will pull the permits for you.

While you might not need to put lights and outlets on separate circuits, some local codes may require that you use separate circuits. Installing a separate circuit helps prevent total darkness in your home when your receptacle outlets take on too much power and blow a fuse or trip the breaker. It also costs less and is easier to simply install a new circuit.

The most common gauge for indoor outlets around your home is 12- and 14-gauge wires. But if you’re working with larger appliances like ovens, washing machines, or dryers (all of which require more amplitude), you might find 10-, eight-, or six-gauge wires to help support those hefty appliances.

While most electrical items can be plugged into a GFCI outlet, some appliances with internal or stationary motors, such as refrigerators, vent fans, and fluorescent lighting, can cause nuisance tripping. This happens because they experience a small, normal amount of current leakage, which can cause the GFCI to trip even when the appliance is working correctly. Although this is not a safety hazard, it can be inconvenient and may cause the GFCI outlet to wear out faster. For this reason, it is often better to plug these types of appliances into a standard outlet. Additionally, electrical circuits over 100 feet long can sometimes cause tripping. Some appliances, like hair dryers, have their own built-in GFCI protection, so connecting them to a standard outlet is fine.

It can be safe to buy or live in a house with knob and tube (K&T) wiring, but only if the system is in good condition, functional, and has been thoroughly inspected and approved by a licensed electrician. Never purchase a home with K&T wiring without getting a professional electrical inspection first.

Key considerations include:

  • Safety and Condition: An inspector will verify that the wiring is safe and has not deteriorated. Over time, the insulation can wear away, leaving exposed wires that pose a significant fire or shock hazard.

  • System Capacity: The electrical service should be at least 60 amps. However, even at this capacity, K&T systems often struggle to handle the demands of modern appliances and electronics.

  • Lack of Grounding: Knob and tube wiring is an ungrounded system, which is a safety concern for many modern devices.

  • Ongoing Maintenance: If you live in a home with K&T wiring, it's recommended to have it inspected by an electrician every one to two years to ensure it remains in safe working order.

Ultimately, any inspection or modification of a knob and tube system should always be performed by a certified professional.

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