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Avatar for Foster Electric
Foster Electric
4.9(
387
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - InstallCeiling Fan - Install+16 more

Serving Fort Oglethorpe, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Aaron at Foster Electric did a great job. His expertise and professionalism resulted in prompt issue resolution. I will use Foster Electric for all future electrical needs because of the quality of work, the competitive pricing, promptness and the courtesy shown from our initial call to Foster Electric to job completion. Excellent service!"
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+3

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ayers Electrical
4.7(
9
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by Consumer+2 more

Serving Fort Oglethorpe, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We have a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.\nYou will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\nWe look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

New build
New build
New build
Generac generator install
Controls industrial

+3

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Southern Power Systems, LLC
4.9(
86
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Fort Oglethorpe, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very personal level experience. They treat you with respect and take time to explain the product. I would highly recommend them for any of your needs in backup power for your home, or any other electrical service. The knowledge they have will not disappoint."
Generator Installation
Generator Installation
Generator Installation
Generator Installation
Generator Installation

+2

Response time2 days
84 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods
5.0(
11
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Fort Oglethorpe, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1964

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

With more than 30 yrs of experience, Hamilton Lightning Protection is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

Chimney rod and conductor cable
Front of home,system is barely noticeable
Hiding the cables best we can
Rear of home
Work trailer

+4

Response time1 day
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Premier Lightning Protection
4.9(
28
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Fort Oglethorpe, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Premier Lightning Protection is a family owned and operated fourth generation company. We take pride in designing and installing lightning protection systems that will not only protect your home from the devastation of a lightning strike but also give you peace of mind during the fierce lightning storms we experience. Lightning is a catastrophic phenomenon, contact us to see how you can protect your home from it. WE DO NOT DO ELECTRICAL WORK.

Residential Install
Residential Install
Residential Install
SWD Tank
SWD Tanks

+2

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
369
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Fort Oglethorpe, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"William, the owner, his son, as well as another other gentleman and lady on their crew were super courteous and professional from the moment they pulled up to our home! They answered all of our questions and did a superb installation! We have been struck by lightning twice in five weeks and suffered close $15,000 in damages. We simply cannot continue to change our tv’s, a/v equipment and any other electrical component everytime we have a severe thunderstorm-which has been every afternoon for what seems like months. We spoke with other neighbors who’ve already installed lightning rods and none of them have had any other property damage. WB even sunk a third ground rod in because our Lanai screen enclosure had never been grounded. Awesome job, really nice people and hopefully this will do the trick. Bernard B"
lightning protection
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lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
165 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

They can vary—a lot. For example, while the EU continues to move toward broader standardization, many different types of outlets still exist from country to country. Some local standards cared about polarization, and some didn’t. It’s similar to other countries around the world.

Generally, you’re less likely to find polarized outlets outside North America. However, alternative plugs and outlets often incorporate precautions so that accidentally touching live prongs on a plug is hard or impossible. You may also find interesting regulations overseas that limit the use of outlets in bathrooms or near sinks to decrease the chance of shock.

Homeowners should avoid replacing a circuit breaker without turning it off. While you technically can replace a circuit breaker without turning off the main breaker—and professionals can and do—it’s only safe for electricians to use this process. Working with a live panel is extremely dangerous if you don’t have experience working with electricity. Always follow safety measures to avoid electrical shock.

By nature, two-prong outlets aren't grounded—but the box they run to might be, which makes them safer. The safest way to test if an outlet is grounded is to purchase a circuit tester, which cost about $20 at home improvement stores. 

If you discover your outlet (or outlets) aren't grounded, know that this greatly increases your risk of personal injury and electrical fires. You may want to consider installing new three-prong ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlets. On average, the cost to install GFCI outlets is about $210 per outlet.

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.

If only half of your outlet works, there are usually two possible causes: faulty wiring or a half-hot outlet. The first thing you'll want to do is check the circuit breaker panel to ensure that it's not tripped. If your circuit breaker isn't tripped, turn off the electricity and inspect the wiring to see if anything has come loose or corroded. 

If you have a half-hot outlet, it means half of the outlet is controlled by a switch somewhere on the same circuit, which should be nearby. This is an intentional electrical design commonly found in rooms without overhead lights.

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