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Avatar for Pafford Electrical Services, LLC
Pafford Electrical Services, LLC
5.0(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+2 more

Serving Lakeland, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The owner, Ray, showed up on time and in person for our initial consultation. Ray is very knowledgeable and thorough, and throughout the entire project he kept us updated on the progress. When the project was finished, we were extremely pleased with the results. We will definitely be calling Pafford Electrical Services for all of our future electrical needs. When Ray shows up at your home, you can immediately tell that your project isn’t just another job to him—your project is treated with genuine care, attention to detail, and a commitment to getting it done right the first time. Highly recommend!"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
372
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Lakeland, 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
182 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Premier Lightning Protection
4.9(
28
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Lakeland, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Patrick is great to work with. He was punctual and very patient to answer all my questions. I would highly recommend doctor boom for lightning rod installation."
Residential Install
Residential Install
Residential Install
SWD Tank
SWD Tanks

+2

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Energy Elite Power Systems, Inc
5.0(
6
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - RepairFixed Generator - Repair+3 more

Serving Lakeland, 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 rate100%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Coarsey Electric, LLC
3.7(
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair+2 more

Serving Lakeland, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My Technician was an Absolute professional he came on a Sunday, kept his word on the price very engaging, very respectful of myself, my home overall a Ttue Gentleman!! Give him a Raise and 5 Stars!!!"
Response time6 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Richard's Handyman Services
5.0(
1
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Lakeland, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

I am 19 but I have been doing general contracting for about 5 years now and have done most things under the sun at some point in time. If you need proof that I know what I am doing; I can give you a number to call to make sure. If I show up and say that I cannot do this I will not charge you and if I make a mistake, I will fix it and pay for the mistake.

fan reinstallation
large room flooring
large room flooring
small room flooring
large room

+12

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

If you need to run a wire from the meter to the breaker box, start by turning off the power using the main switch to avoid injury risks from live wires. Then, locate the ground wire from your meter and connect it to the ground bar of the breaker box. Connect the neutral wire using the same method to improve your circuit efficiency.

Next, locate the hot wires running from the main switch to the meter. To connect them to the correct terminals from meter to breaker, unscrew the nuts of the breaker hotwire terminals, insert the positive hotwire, and ensure it’s firmly attached. Finally, secure the wires with electrical tape and wire tie cables before re-securing your breaker box. Keep in mind that this process can be dangerous, so don’t hesitate to hire a local electrician.

The total cost to install a 120V outlet will depend on the type of outlet you choose, labor costs, and any customizations. Standard 120 volt outlets usually cost $3 to $5 each. But say, for example, you customize your 120V outlets with USB ports, you’ll end up paying a bit more at $13 to $22 per outlet. When it’s all said and done, you can expect to pay around $175 for each new 120V outlet and $125 each for replacement.

In most cases, line wires are located at the bottom of a panel or device, while load wires are located at the top. Line wires are generally black, while load wires are typically red or black. To tell for sure, you can use a multimeter or volt pen to test the wire. A live or line wire will always carry a charge, while a load wire will only carry a charge when it’s in use.

The NEC requires electrical outlets be installed in a kitchen that has a sink 12 inches wide and 24 inches deep. According to the code, that outlet must be within 2 feet of the kitchen sink. Bathrooms must have at least one electrical outlet, it must be GFCI, and it must be within 3 feet of the bathroom sink.

To check if doorbell wires are live, use a non-contact voltage tester. Hold the tester near the wires; if it lights up or beeps, the wires are live. Always ensure the power is off at the breaker box before handling any wiring. If you don't have a voltage tester, consider getting one or consulting a professional to ensure safety.

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