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Premier Lightning Protection
4.9(
28
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Folkston, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I?ve never had Lightning Rods on my home before so I don?t have much to compare it to but he was prompt courteous cleaned up after himself and did everything he promised. For years I?ve handled fire claims for policyholders against insurance companies but I?ve never been to a fire at a location that had Lightning Rods. Just a thought."
Residential Install
Residential Install
Residential Install
SWD Tank
SWD Tanks

+2

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
367
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Folkston, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We have been hit twice by lightning by God's grace either one hit our home however the last strike burnt art motorhome to the ground William was hired to install lightning protection lightning rods on our home and two out buildings he took the time to explain to us everything we needed to know answering every question professionally conducted himself in the utmost professional manner I would highly recommend lightning rods and even more highly recommended hiring William to do the job we are going to do an expansion later on and he will be the one and only contractor I will call to continue our lightning protection"
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
93 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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HendrixAir
4.5(
158
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Folkston, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Corey Hendrix, Electrical Specialist, was very professional, knowledgeable and completed the job to my satisfaction. He explained everything and answered all questions along with leaving the area neat and clean. I would use Corey's skilled services again and highly recommend him to others."
Trane outdoor heat pump
Aeroseal process
92 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Energy Elite Power Systems, Inc
5.0(
6
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+3 more

Serving Folkston, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Generac 40KW Gen
Generac 24 KW
Generac 26 KW
Generator Installations
Interlock Kit

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
QCONSTRUCT llc
New to Angi
Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair

Serving Folkston, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

full-service commercial/residential handyman and maintenance company specializing in fast, reliable repairs and property upkeep for businesses. Our team handles a wide range of services including door and hardware repair, light plumbing and electrical work, flooring, drywall, painting, cabinet and drawer repair, and general facility maintenance.\nWe understand that small issues can quickly turn into big problems, which is why we prioritize quick response times and efficient solutions to keep your business running smoothly. Whether it?s an emergency repair or routine maintenance, we deliver quality workmanship with attention to detail and minimal disruption to your operations.\nOur goal is simple: to be the go-to partner businesses trust to keep their properties safe, functional, and looking professional.

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Major Impact trucking
New to Angi
Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Folkston, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hello, my name is James Scott. I’m the owner and the founder of Major Impact trucking LLC. I started Major Impact back in 2020 of September. What we do here at Major Impact is a variety of things we do delivery installation of appliances. We do home lawn care demolition move out with the white glove installation. Very diverse company. I have over 20 employees technicians

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Most 200-amp panels have 40 to 42 slots, which can accommodate 40-42 single-pole breakers or 20 double-pole breakers. Some panels can accept even more circuits through the use of tandem breakers. The exact number of breakers allowed is determined by the panel manufacturer's rating, which you can find on the panel itself. It is important to avoid using all breakers at the same time; as a general rule, you should not use more than 160 amps of power at once to prevent overloading your 200-amp system. For specific guidance, it's best to check your panel's rating or consult with a qualified electrician.

When converting a standard 120-volt outlet to a 240-volt outlet, the only components you can typically reuse are the existing electrical box and the hole in the wall. Everything else—including the wiring, breaker, and receptacle—should be replaced to ensure both safety and efficiency. Appliances designed for 240 volts have different plug configurations that won’t fit into a standard 120-volt outlet, making it necessary to install a compatible 240-volt receptacle. This design helps prevent overloading or underloading the power available to any one outlet or circuit.

While not always necessary, wiring your circuit breaker in a certain way can ease both the installation process and use afterward. For starters, you’ll need to install the electrical panel so that the main service knockout aligns with the cable conduit. If they aren’t aligned, you may not have sufficient working space to finish running the wires. Using cable trays, on the other hand, gives you a bit more freedom to and flexibility in where and which direction you install the wires. At the end of the day, the power flow will be the same whether the cords run up or down.

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.

A GFCI outlet can be 15A or 20A. The average American home power outlet is 15A.

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