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WireOne
4.2(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeFixed Generator - Install+13 more

Serving Van Horne, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quality work

"It was pricey. They did offer to inspect the entire homes electrical system at no additional cost but I would rather have paid less for what I wanted done. That said, the technician was great. Knowledgeable, thorough and even arrived early."
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Response time11 hrs
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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BL Electric
5.0(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station InstallationElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business+10 more

Serving Van Horne, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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. Located in Cedar Rapids and Independence Iowa, we have local electricians who know Iowa's electrical requirements and take pride in ensuring each project is done to proper specifications. We will quote your project fairly and provide honest feedback on time and materials needed. For those interested in exploring solar, we want each homeowner to be fully informed before they install renewable energy. The solar industry is filled with those looking to sell systems homeowners didn't need. Look to BL Electric for honesty and commitment to doing the job right.

New meter main for residential customer in preparation for installing solar on their home.
New electrical service with generator plug for farm
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Element Electric, LLC
5.0(
7
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by Consumer+10 more

Serving Van Horne, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I want to express my gratitude to Element Electric for their outstanding work on short notice. Their team demonstrated exceptional efficiency and professionalism, ensuring the job was completed on time without compromising quality. I would especially like to commend Mitch and Kenny for their superb workmanship and dedication. Their attention to detail and commitment to excellence were evident throughout the project. Thank you for a job well done!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FOSTER HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING
4.8(
96
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Van Horne, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1969

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"We received excellent service from start to finish.  Their technician came to inspect and attempt to fix our broken unit.  When he found that the unit was at least 40 years old, we quickly realized it was time for a new unit.  The salesman we worked with was very prompt and provided us with several quotes in order to keep the replacement within our budget.  the new unit was installed and inspected quickly and professionally.
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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HelloTech: Tech Support To Your Door
4.2(
445
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Outdoor Lighting - Plan and InstallOutdoor Lighting - Repair

Serving Van Horne, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work went very well. I believe the job was more difficult than the work described in the estimate. There was no additional charge. Alvin answered every question. He responded to my emails promptly. He even came back to reset the new system after my dog ate one of the remotes. Two months later my 10 year old TV quit. I had several questions about a replacement TV, which was returned based on Alvin's advice. I will make an appointment to have Alvin install the new TV."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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My Computer Works, Inc.
4.0(
630
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Telephone Jacks and Wiring - Install - For BusinessTelephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business

Serving Van Horne, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was contacted by a Tech at the assigned time and had to run to the store for a cable I needed. When I called back, I had a different Tech, but he was able to continue right where I had left off. There was no need to explain anything again. Awesome."
Training and Support
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

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.

Choosing a unit with higher BTUs can use more electricity if the BTUs are more than what’s necessary for your room size. However, choosing an AC with BTUs that match the size of your room or house, your unit will cool your space efficiently. On the flip side, choosing a system with not enough BTUs can cause the system to work harder to try to cool the space, leading to more electricity consumption and higher energy bills.

How many string lights can be on one outlet depends on a number of varying factors, including the total wattage of your circuit, the type of lights, the energy needs of the lights, and cord specifications. It’s better to play it safe here to protect your circuit, so figure out the max wattage of your circuit, compare that to the lights, and move on from there. Generally speaking, LED string lights require less energy than incandescent bulbs, translating to a higher number of lights per circuit. 

When wiring a switch, the power typically comes into the receptacle first. The neutral wire goes straight to the outlet, while the hot wire is split. You'll need a wire nut to splice the hot wire back to one of the receptacles, but you will also tie another wire into that same wire nut and run to the switch. That way, you can control the flow of electricity to that particular receptacle by turning the switch on and off.

Motion sensors are actually an eco-friendly option and don’t use as much electricity compared to other lighting sources. Motion sensor lights are always on “standby,” which requires a phantom source of power at all times, but for most sensor light models, this is only a small amount of electricity—typically around one watt of power.

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