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Avatar for D & S Electrical
D & S Electrical
5.0(
45
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Scottdale, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

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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+99

Response time2 hrs
Response rate91%
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TE Certified Electrical, Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.8(
610
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair+6 more

Serving Scottdale, GA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Miguel and Axel were very professional and through in their approach and delivery of their job. They replaced the electric panel in the garage, made sure everything was brought up to code and was working. They ensure everything was clean when they left. Would ask for them again if I had electrical needs."
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Beautiful Light Fixture Installation
Whole-Home Water Filtration System!

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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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National Electrical Services
4.7(
15
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by ConsumerElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For Business+1 more

Serving Scottdale, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David Hardeman and his assistant Nate Toussaint did an excellent job installing dedicated 220 circuit for my new Kia Sportage plugin. Everything went smoothly and they came up with a more efficient route to take for snaking new line. David was great in allowing his assistant to have input. - something seldom seen! David also put in a whole house surge protector which necessitated an addition to my breaker box. They cleaned up after themselves as well!! I will definitely use them for some additional jobs I thought of the minute they drove away!!"
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by73%of homeowners
O & M Electric, Inc.
4.4(
89
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For BusinessElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+1 more

Serving Scottdale, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"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
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Britebox Electrical Services
4.4(
39
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - Install+25 more

Serving Scottdale, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Customers say: Super punctual

"Nick was very professional and did a fantastic job on my electrical project. He took care to work both carefully and efficiently. I will definitely use Britebox Electrical Services again for any future electrical repairs!"
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The life expectancy of a circuit breaker is 30 to 40 years. However, how long your circuit breaker lasts depends on the condition of your electrical equipment, the amperage, your electrical consumption, and more. A breaker box that frequently trips from overload will last much shorter than a breaker box with the proper amperage for the number of devices and appliances in use. If your circuit breaker trips frequently, and you have also increased your electrical consumption, it may be worth upgrading your electrical panel to extend your electrical system’s lifespan—and save you the hassle of frequent power trips.

Daisy-chaining refers to placing multiple GFCI outlets in a row along the same circuit. This won’t do any harm, but it’s of limited usefulness because a properly-placed GFCI can monitor all downstream outlets on its own. Multiple GFCI installations won’t usually increase safety except in special cases.

Yes, the National Electric Code (NEC) requires at least one GFCI outlet in each sectioned-off portion of an unfinished basement, partly to ensure a power source is available for a sump pump in case of flooding. If you install multiple outlets in your unfinished basement, all of them must be GFCI-protected. For finished basements, standard outlets are generally permitted, but at least one GFCI outlet is still required per circuit. Keep in mind that local municipalities may have additional codes, so it's best to consult a licensed electrician to ensure your home is fully compliant.

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 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.

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