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DKN Electrical
4.9(
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Serving Hilo, HI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Kyle @DKN electrical could not have done a better job. He was on time for every appointment, knowledgeable, courteous, worked clean, and highly skilled. I can wholeheartedly recommend DKN electrical."
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+6

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Ultimate Electric LLC
4.3(
6
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Serving Hilo, HI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Daniel was extremely responsive, positive from hearing description of my electric problem, offered same day assessment. Once he diagnosed the problem and described plan of treatment, I was able to relax. Daniel immediately searched for replacement materials and committed to fixing the next day. The new ceiling lights installed with damaged wiring replaced, and job done as promised. Text communication, receiving invoice by email, all made this a positive experience. Thank you for excellent, professional service! I highly recommend ultimate electric for any electrical services!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Allied Electric LLC
5.0(
30
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Serving Hilo, HI and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dana was awesome ! I needed to move and install a couple electrical outlets for the master bedroom. He Showed up the next day and finished the job in no time. And cleaned up the area after he was done. I would describe him as a true professional ! Not only was he honest and reliable but also just a good dude! I highly recommend him if need electrical work done. Mahalo Dana"
200a main
2inch rigid mast
Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Top Electrical Systems, LLC
4.7(
12
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Serving Hilo, HI and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The response from Top Electrical Systems to my query was fast and I was able to set an appointment quickly. The service was very professional and Tevita Duituturaga explained what he was doing at every step. I had two outdoor light fixtures and 4 smoke alarms installed and the price was very fair. I will use Top Electrical Systems again, and I highly recommend them."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Z's Electic, LLC
4.8(
7
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Serving Hilo, HI and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John was very prompt and attentive to the electrical concerns I had. John was able to quickly troubleshoot the issue and follow thru with a fix. I would highly recommend this electrical contractor."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Alameda's Electric
4.7(
3
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Serving Hilo, HI and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Rewired my whole house, put in a new breaker box and put in inset lighting in every single room. He also added lights around the exterior of the house and electric plugs. He did an amazing job and was super fair! Sammy is super thorough and clearly knows what he's doing! My house is lit up and looking great thanks to him!"
Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

No, you shouldn’t immediately reset a tripped breaker. If you don’t know what tripped the breaker, resetting it and continuing the actions that set it off could pose a hazard. It also means your breaker will sustain greater damage if it trips again. If you know the cause of your tripped power, unplug faulty appliances or fix the issues, then reset it, and wait a few minutes before using electricity in that circuit.

Wiring a light switch wrong can cause a fire if the incorrect wiring causes arcing, meaning the current jumps uncontrolled from one conductor to another. Loose wires or worn wires that are not repaired or replaced can cause arcing. If you’re not 100% sure you can do the job safely, don’t attempt to wire a light switch on your own.

Yes, tamper-resistant outlets are designed to be safe for use in homes with children. They feature a spring-loaded shutter that blocks the electrical slots when not in use, which helps protect children from electric shock if they try to insert an object. While they are the safest option available and highly effective, it's important to note that few things are truly 'childproof.' Children may still try to imitate adults by inserting a plug. For this reason, it's best to use tamper-resistant outlets over less effective solutions like plastic covers, which can be removed or pose a choking hazard. Always supervise young children around any electrical outlets or devices.

Technically, an outdoor outlet can be on the same circuit as an indoor outlet, but it's generally not recommended. Outdoor outlets should ideally be on a dedicated circuit that doesn't share power with other indoor or outdoor outlets. This helps ensure that the outdoor outlets are able to handle the additional electrical load without overloading the circuit. Additionally, outdoor outlets are often exposed to the elements, which can increase the risk of electrical shock and other hazards. If you must have an outdoor outlet on the same circuit as an indoor outlet, be sure that the circuit has the capacity to handle the additional load.

Yes, you can put a dimmer on a three-way switch, but it can’t be the same kind of dimmer you’d put on a standard light switch. A three-way switch requires a three-way dimmer. If two switches control a single or multiple lights, then you need a three-way dimmer. The type of light bulb should also be compatible with your fixture and dimmer.

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