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Top-Rated Electricians in Lakeland - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Pafford Electrical Services, LLC
Pafford Electrical Services, LLC
5.0(
6
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by Consumer+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!"
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
372
)
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
117 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
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Energy Elite Power Systems, Inc
Energy Elite Power Systems, Inc
5.0(
6
)
Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+2 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%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
PHIX-IT PHILL
4.9(
10
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Lakeland, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Oven was not heating. Hired Phil to diagnose and get me back up and running. We had to adjust scheduled time due to un controlled events but he showed up. Highly recommend phix it Phil. This guy is a wizard in a field I know nothing about!"
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Electrical FAQs, answered by experts

No, not all thermostats require a C-wire. Older manual and programmable thermostats typically do not need one. While many smart thermostats do require a C-wire to function correctly, some models can operate without one, often at the expense of certain features. A C-wire provides a constant source of power, which enables the thermostat to stay connected to Wi-Fi and keep its display screen lit on-demand. If you are upgrading from an older thermostat to a smart model that requires a C-wire, you may need to install one first for it to work as intended.

It’s possible to distinguish a positive black wire from a negative black wire if you know what type of circuit the wires are in. If it’s an alternating current (AC), then black wires are positive. If it’s a direct current (DC), then black wires are negative. 

Sometimes, a circuit has two black wires. In that case, the positive black wire will be solid black while the negative black wire will have a white stripe on it. If you’re still unsure, you can use a multimeter to check.

There are a few telltale signs that it’s time for a replacement. You should consider an upgrade if:

  • Your panel is over 25 years old

  • You’re adding a new electrical system

  • Your current system doesn’t offer the power you need

  • Your home is a jungle of power strips

Just like apples in a bunch, one bad outlet can cause other outlets to stop working. This is especially true if the outlets are connected in a series on the same circuit. When one outlet develops a fault, it can spread to every outlet downstream of the original.

The major difference between a GFCI breaker and an AFCI breaker is that a GFCI breaker protects against fatal shocks while an AFCI breaker prevent electrical fires. A GFCI breaker senses when the electrical current to ground is overloaded and trips to prevent major accidents or injuries. AFCI breakers trip when it detects dangerous electrical arcing.

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