What are the rules for hot plugs and outlets outside of North America?

• <div><p>They can vary—a lot. For example, while the EU continues to move toward broader standardization, many different types of outlets still exist from country to country. Some local standards cared about polarization, and some didn’t. It’s similar to other countries around the world.</p><p>Generally, you’re less likely to find polarized outlets outside North America. However, alternative plugs and outlets often incorporate precautions so that accidentally touching live prongs on a plug is hard or impossible. You may also find interesting regulations overseas that limit the use of outlets in bathrooms or near sinks to decrease the chance of shock.</p></div>

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Q: Can you install a circuit breaker yourself?

• <div><p>Installing a circuit breaker is best handled by a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/electrician/">local professional electrician</a>. This project requires following strict electrical codes, and might even involve permits. Not only can electrical work be dangerous, but without the proper training that a pro will have, you could cause further damage to your home&rsquo;s electrical system.</p></div>

Q: What do electricians charge per hour?

• <div><p>Qualified, licensed electricians will charge from <b>$50 to $100 per hour</b>. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-hire-electrician.htm">cost to hire an electrician</a> for emergency visits may range from $100 to $200 per hour because this urgent service usually takes place during off hours and may require an electrician to leave or reschedule jobs they&rsquo;re currently working on. Scheduling work on holidays or during periods of high customer demand, like after a major storm, will also lead to higher rates or extra fees.</p></div>

Q: What are the rules for hot plugs and outlets outside of North America?

• <div><p>They can vary&mdash;a lot. For example, while the EU continues to move toward broader standardization, many different types of outlets still exist from country to country. Some local standards cared about polarization, and some didn&rsquo;t. It&rsquo;s similar to other countries around the world.</p><p>Generally, you&rsquo;re less likely to find polarized outlets outside North America. However, alternative plugs and outlets often incorporate precautions so that accidentally touching live prongs on a plug is hard or impossible. You may also find interesting regulations overseas that limit the use of outlets in bathrooms or near sinks to decrease the chance of shock.</p></div>

Q: What’s the difference between a circuit breaker and a surge protector?

• <div><p>The key difference between a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/circuit-breaker-vs-surge-protector.htm">circuit breaker versus a surge protector</a> is that circuit breakers shield your entire electrical system from overcurrents and faults, while surge protectors defend your electronic devices against voltage surges and spikes. A circuit breaker interrupts the flow of electricity in a circuit when it detects an overload or short circuit, protecting the wiring from damage and preventing fires. In contrast, a surge protector shields electronic devices from voltage spikes, such as those caused by lightning strikes or power surges, preventing damage to the device&rsquo;s inner mechanics.</p></div>

Q: Does a hot tub use a lot of electricity?

• <div><p>Unfortunately, a hot tub does use a relatively large amount of electricity. In fact, much of the money you spend on your hot tub will go toward electricity costs to keep the water heated. A typical hot tub will use anywhere from 1,500 to 6,000 watts of electricity per month.</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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