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WireOne, LLC
4.5(
12
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Serving Manchester, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Josiah from Wireone did an awesome job upgrading my electrical panel and adding a surge protector for my home. He worked diligently making sure that everything was correct and I understood how everything worked with the new panel breakers and surge protector worked... Josiah went above and beyond making sure I was comfortable with the work... I appreciate his wonderful work that positive aditude."
Outlet
Wiring
Training
TV Mount
Design

+4

Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
Wille Electric, LLC
4.7(
3
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Serving Manchester, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

Response time5 hrs
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My Computer Works, Inc.
4.0(
630
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Serving Manchester, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Professional staff with expert knowledge were able to fix my problem, something that 2 other companies could not. I recommend My Computer Works to anyone that needs an expert to solve their computer problems."
Training and Support
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Modern Edge Construction, LLC.
5.0(
9
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Serving Manchester, IA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Modern Edge Construction, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Strawberry Point and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

Remodeling - General Project
Fangmann’s Property Make Over
Roofing Project
Handymen Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+83

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Electrical fixes are best handled by a licensed electrician, but it’s possible to release a wire connection on your own. Be sure to always turn off the power to the outlet at the circuit breaker before beginning your project to avoid electric shock. Carefully insert the tip of a flat screwdriver into the rectangular hole beneath the wire. Hold the outlet in the palm of your other hand. Pull out the wire as you apply pressure with the screwdriver.

The number of outlets and lights you can safely run on a single circuit depends on the circuit's amperage and local electrical codes. A general rule is to allow one outlet or light fixture per 1.5 amps, keeping the total load under 80% of the circuit breaker's capacity. For example, a 15-amp circuit can typically support up to eight outlets or lights, while a 20-amp circuit can accommodate up to ten. Always consider the combined power usage of all connected devices and fixtures to prevent overloading. For specific guidelines and to ensure safety, it is best to consult local electrical codes or a licensed electrician.

Poorly designed and incorrectly installed outlets can create an electrical fire hazard, as do some phone chargers and adapters that plug into these outlets. However, most outlets are perfectly safe as long as they remain in working condition. Keep an eye on what you are plugging into the outlet and stay alert for signs of outlet malfunction, like sparks, burning smell, or frequent circuit tripping.

Single-pole light switches are the most common light switches on the market. Their simple features make them easy to install and use. For more powerful applications that require 30 or 40 amps, you may need to use a double-pole switch. Some homeowners may want multi-way switches like three-way or four-way switches to control a light fixture from opposing ends of the room.

Circuit breakers can wear out, but it takes a long time. Circuit breakers typically last several decades if they don’t face problems like floods or frequent lightning storms. Worn-out circuit breakers may trip more frequently as time passes. However, they can also stop tripping altogether, which leads to electrical dangers. If your breakers have passed the 30-year mark, it’s time to consider an inspection.

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