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Q: How many amps does the wiring in my home have?

• <div><p>In the United States, home outlets support a standard <b>15 amps</b>, but you can upgrade per outlet if necessary. Most single-family residential homes have a maximum overall amp rating, usually 100 to 200 amps. Very old houses may have less than 100 amps, but that&rsquo;s rare. Large homes often come with amp services above 200 amps to support modern lifestyles.</p></div>

Q: What is the safest way to pull out an electrical cord from the wall outlet?

• <div><p>The safest way to pull an electrical cord from the wall outlet is by gently but firmly grabbing the plug and pulling it out. Pulling on the cord instead of the plug can cause damage to the cord, leading to an increased risk of <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/electrical-threat-hiding-your-walls.htm">electrical problems</a> like fire or electric shock. If you notice damaged wiring on an appliance or device, it&rsquo;s best to stop using it immediately. </p></div>

Q: Can splicing wires cause a fire?

• <div><p>Yes, splicing wires can cause a fire if the splicing is done incorrectly. This is why splicing wires is a task best handled by electricians. One of the most common mistakes made when splicing wires is not using a wire connector. Without a wire connector, electricity flows unsheathed and can result in a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/5-ways-prevent-electrical-fires.htm">home electrical fire</a>.</p></div>

Q: How many receptacles can be on a 20-amp circuit?

• <div><p>Amps describe the amount of energy that can flow through a circuit breaker. Every electrical device that&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: How much electricity does a sump pump use?

• <div><p>A small sump pump running infrequently uses an average of 10 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity per month. The average cost for electricity is $0.171 per kWh. The size and use frequency affect how much electricity it uses. Sump pumps average one-third to one horsepower (hp) motors. One hp is equal to 745.7 watts. Watts multiplied by the time your pump is running divided by 1,000 equals your average kWh. Multiply kWh by your average cost of electricity. In areas with high rain or a marsh basin, the average cost can be as high as <b>$15-$25 a month</b>.</p></div>

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Last update on May 29, 2025

Reviewed in May 2025
Diane is the most honest, dependable, and ethical appraiser I've ever worked with. I recommend her because she'll exceed your expectations. She takes her work seriously, and she has a complete understanding of appraisals. I highly recommend.
Diane Brandt
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Reviewed in February 2025
Dan is a fantastic contractor. He is professional, reliable and works hard for his clients. He navigated the coordination and decision making time lines for our house project seamlessly and even created flexibility so that we could live in the house for part of the construction. We are grateful...
Freesia Construction LLC
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Reviewed in November 2024
R&R repaired brick work around our garage and multiple pillars along our fence line. They were professional, reliable and did excellent work. Would readily recommend and hire again.
R&R Masonry
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Reviewed in July 2024
A costly mistake! This was not a good experience. Armando s mismanagement and refusal to rectify the issues was extremely disappointing. This job quickly went south once we started to point out the construction defects and damages Ã¢ his crew had caused; damaged property, compromised...
Canyon Side Construction LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
Beau W, Nikita S, and Jim D were a delight to have in our home. They were on time,very communicative. They kept the work space organized and clean. We really appreciated the walk through when the install was finished. The windows are beautiful. We would recommend this team and Renewal by...
Renewal by Andersen of Boise
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Reviewed in June 2023
They were respective of my time, professional, and communicated with me to let me know when they would arrive. The arrived on time and completed the job to my satisfaction. I would highly recommend them.
Hawks Tree Service
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Reviewed in October 2021
The crew at Quality Moving & Storage was top-notch, starting from our main contact, Dave Franca, and moving right on down to Ike and the guys who did all of the heavy-lifting (literally!). My wife & I were pretty overwhelmed with the whole moving project, given that weâ d been in our...
Quality Moving & Storage
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Reviewed in September 2021
Service and quality were excellent.
Innovative Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2017
They came to our house located in Roslyn during a snow storm to help fix the wiring with our electric range, they also installed some fixtures. They were very knowledgeable, and the customer service was great.
Graf Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2015
Excel Electric employee, Lance did a very good job. Was on time and he knew his work and fixed my problems quickly and effectively. The work preformed was well done. My lower rating on value was because they were very expensive. He was there 1.25 hrs and troubled shooted a few electric problems...
Excel Electric, LLC
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Henderson Electric, LLC

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Serving Ketchum, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Very friendly, knowledgeable and easy to communicate with. Would definitely hire again for any electrical needs."

Response time9 hrs

Response rate86%

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In business since 2009

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Our Company provides a one-stop solution for all of your voice, internet, and telecom needs. Leveraging the Cloud we provide your Office state-of-the-art telephones for little or no upfront cost striving to keep your monthly costs the same. Sound too good to be true? Give us a call and we will show you how.

Response time3 hrs

Response rate99%

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In business since 2018

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"Needed new lights for a shop and a welder plug in installed . Patrick got it done in timely manner . And got my shop bright again . I Am going too use Vasco Electric for my future upgrades /repairs . Awesome Guys and very fair pricing. Thanks Guys for good work ."

Response time2 hrs

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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New Revelation Technology

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Serving Ketchum, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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Emergency services offered

"Great. Company came out and performed all the work to above standards, were polite and detailed what they were doing prior to start. In my eyes the company went above and beyond. Would use this company again for future electrical needs. Highly recommend."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Ketchum, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

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Bartco Electric with personally over 25 years of electrical experience in all phases of electrical work in business since 2004. Idaho licensed electrical contractor and insured.

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My Computer Works, Inc.

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In business since 2005

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"Bob made sure work was done.Steve computer tech was outstanding."

Recommended by86%of homeowners

Serving Ketchum, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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"Serviceman came over and discovered its an electrical issue. Nothing wrong with appliance."

Recommended by82%of homeowners

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Serving Ketchum, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"The electrician Alsup Electric was excellent. Responsive,timely and did what a fine job in fixing the problem I rated B more because of AHS service that was slow and complicated"

Recommended by65%of homeowners

Serving Ketchum, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

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We specialize in appliance repair and electrical services. We offer over 28 years of experience in the electrical and appliance repair industry. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. We are committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Ketchum, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

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"There were many things wrong in my computer (my fault and letting grandchildren on computer) Robert was so helpful, gave me many good instructions to keep everything safe, which I have written down, feel like I have a new computer. He was so excellent and experienced, took his time and was meticulous about what needed to be done. He was a pleasure to work with and I will use this company again! Linda Disy"

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

In the United States, home outlets support a standard 15 amps, but you can upgrade per outlet if necessary. Most single-family residential homes have a maximum overall amp rating, usually 100 to 200 amps. Very old houses may have less than 100 amps, but that’s rare. Large homes often come with amp services above 200 amps to support modern lifestyles.

The safest way to pull an electrical cord from the wall outlet is by gently but firmly grabbing the plug and pulling it out. Pulling on the cord instead of the plug can cause damage to the cord, leading to an increased risk of electrical problems like fire or electric shock. If you notice damaged wiring on an appliance or device, it’s best to stop using it immediately.

Yes, splicing wires can cause a fire if the splicing is done incorrectly. This is why splicing wires is a task best handled by electricians. One of the most common mistakes made when splicing wires is not using a wire connector. Without a wire connector, electricity flows unsheathed and can result in a home electrical fire.

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.

A small sump pump running infrequently uses an average of 10 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity per month. The average cost for electricity is $0.171 per kWh. The size and use frequency affect how much electricity it uses. Sump pumps average one-third to one horsepower (hp) motors. One hp is equal to 745.7 watts. Watts multiplied by the time your pump is running divided by 1,000 equals your average kWh. Multiply kWh by your average cost of electricity. In areas with high rain or a marsh basin, the average cost can be as high as $15-$25 a month.

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