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Clemens Electric
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Serving Basalt, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"Rylie came out to my house and took care of my electrical outlet problem in a timely manner. And he was very knowledgeable. We had a good discussion about maybe future projects too. Great work standards. I appreciate that. Thank you Rylie."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Joshua Ashley LLC
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Serving Basalt, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"J A Electric was on time, did the job faster than expected, and beyond my expectations. I would highly recommend them for any of your electrical needs. Five stars all the way. Clayton Brunson"
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair
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Serving Basalt, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"The problem turned out to be a burned out small electric door switch. I believe the price was way too expensive for the service performed and the price of the door switch. What more can I say? It got done."
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Red Wind Management LLC
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Serving Basalt, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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"Jared was easy to work with, prompt in his communication, and completed the work skillfully and quickly. He left no mess behind, made no attempt to upsell, and the price was very reasonable. We will absolutely be using this company in the future! Highly recommended."
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

It’s not a good idea to mix LED and incandescent Christmas lights if you can avoid it. LEDs and incandescents can have significantly different electrical current needs. This difference can lead to a higher risk of problems and failure for both light strands. When possible, switch all your lights over to one kind or the other for the best results. Do not connect the different types of light strings to each other, and avoid linking them to the same circuit. 

Amps describe the amount of energy that can flow through a circuit breaker. Every electrical device that’s attached to the breaker requires about 1.5 amps. While that equates to roughly 13 receptacles per 20 amps, using slightly fewer ensures that your circuit will always have enough energy for sudden power surges instead of tripping when one occurs. In general, 10 to 12 receptacles is recommended for a 20 amp circuit.

It's possible to get power from an outlet for a light switch. However, you must install additional wiring to get current from the outlet to the switch and from the switch to the load it will control. Also, you must ensure that the outlet's electrical circuit can accommodate the additional demand. 

Burnt outlets can be caused by things such as faulty wiring, loose connections, or a circuit overload—and yes, they are extremely dangerous. If you notice your outlet is hot or has burn marks, you should shut off the power to it from the circuit breaker and immediately call an electrician.

The answer depends on your needs and the availability of your current electrical panel. If you’re hoping to seriously up the power in your detached living space, you may also need to consider increasing the power of the amp your home runs on (from 100-amps to 200-amps, for example).

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