How do I hire the right electrician for my project?

• <div><p>Hire an electrician the same way you would an employee. Ask questions and look for a good fit. Streamline the process by using these <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/ask-electricians-5-questions-hiring.htm">questions to ask an electrician</a>. It's also common to ask for a quote in writing. Don’t forget to provide all the project details to ensure there are no surprises or opportunities for added fees.</p></div>

Is it safe to strip wires?

• <div><p>Yes, it’s safe to strip a wire if you follow the proper safety precautions. First and foremost, you must always disconnect the power and never try stripping a live wire. Using wire strippers is another safety precaution, but don’t forget to keep your fingers away from the blade. It’s also critical you only remove the insulation and not accidentally cut into the conductor, which is unlikely as long as you’re using the right-sized wire stripper.</p></div>

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Q: Why were incandescent light bulbs banned?

• <div><p>The Biden Administration banned the sale of incandescent light bulbs for general service lamps in 2023. All household light bulbs must meet a minimum efficiency of 45 lumens per watt, three times that of a standard incandescent light bulb. </p><p>The main motivation was to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. It is expected that banning incandescent light bulbs will cut over 200 million metric tons of carbon emissions over the next 30 years. Some bulbs are exempt, like chandelier lights and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/led-vs-incandescent-christmas-lights.htm">Christmas lights</a>.</p></div>

Q: Can a short circuit start a fire?

• <div><p>Short circuits can cause fires, electrical burns, and electrocution, which can lead to serious injury or even death. That&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;s important to take preventative measures to prevent short circuits, like getting annual electrical maintenance and an electrical inspection every two to five years, depending on the age of your home.</p></div>

Q: Is it safe to strip wires?

• <div><p>Yes, it&rsquo;s safe to strip a wire if you follow the proper safety precautions. First and foremost, you must always disconnect the power and never try stripping a live wire. Using wire strippers is another safety precaution, but don&rsquo;t forget to keep your fingers away from the blade. It&rsquo;s also critical you only remove the insulation and not accidentally cut into the conductor, which is unlikely as long as you&rsquo;re using the right-sized wire stripper.</p></div>

Q: How do I know which electrical meter in a cluster is mine?

• <div><p>Each meter should have a serial number printed or engraved on the face of the meter. Make sure the serial number of the meter you are reading matches your account with the power company. If you live in an apartment complex, the meters are likely located all together. Yours should be labeled according to your apartment unit.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2011
I had Thompson Electric re-wire my entire house when I moved in about 3 years ago. I thought they were very good during that experience, alwayse promp courteous and professional, provided excellent work and at that time of the 3 estimates I received they were the best priced. So, I had them...
Thompson Electric Company
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Reviewed in July 2024
Best service with communication, time, and efficiency. Highly recommend after the superb quality work.
Ricks Electric
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Reviewed in January 2020
Fantastic. Cannot recommend highly enough. We bought a house built in 1957, and the last remodel had been done sometime in the 70's. We completely gutted the main floor and attic to studs, and rebuilt from there. New layout, the whole deal. Ward did a complete rewire, new panel, data lines,...
Ward Electric - Iowa
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Reviewed in May 2014
They were okay. They didn't actually wind up but spent quite a few hours there but they didn't actually wind up doing work that needed to be done. I have bread and breakfast and I needed electrical work and wanted the TV's plug-in to be right behind flat screen TV and they actually wound up...
Baldus Electric
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Reviewed in March 2012
I have been using Lewis Electric Co for the past 15 years. They have a very competitive price and I highly recommend them.
Lewis Electric Co
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Reviewed in April 2012
I couldn't have had a better experience with Hassler Electric! I was able to briefly explain what I needed done and Josh did the rest. He showed up on time and cleaned up after he was done. It is hard to find professionals who you can trust, but Josh was great! I have already recommended him...
Hassler Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2014
Very professional and courteous. Fast response time. Excellent quality. We were very impressed.
Chisholm Electric
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Reviewed in November 2014
My daughter bought a truck and was told it needed a new steering wheel. What we found was that the whole electrical system was a mess. Mitch from MPH was able to make the repairs and explained everything along the way. He also stood by the original estimate even though he ended up having to do...
MPH Auto Repair
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Reviewed in August 2011
Bill Mangano is the electrician we dealt with. It was an emergency call since one of the main breakers in our electrical box had failed and it happened in a really bad way. The breaker was supposed to open, but it didn’t and it melted. We could smell something in the house and we were lucky...
Mangano Electric
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Reviewed in October 2012
The rewiring was completed, but was not verified to be correctly done. My tenant was there the day the dryer was wired, and the electrician asked him if he thought the wiring looked ok. My tenant is a farmer, not an electrician. Miller Electric did not attempt to start the dryer and confirm...
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