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Shumaker Electric, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"My 220 plug for my stove had pulled clear out of wall. The service man was right on time , text and let me know when he would be there. He put in new box and had it wired back in no time. Very nice man , works perfect. And looks great. Thank you"
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+6

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
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Mid America Lightning Protection
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Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1969

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Emergency services offered

"I was pleased with the installation of the lightning rods--communication was great and the work was done quickly. What I wasn't happy with is he quoted me a price that was less then my actual bill was BUT the price was still less then two other contractors bids."
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+70

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
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Tri-State Water, Power & Air
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Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

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Emergency services offered

We are the experts in the field of Whole Home Generator Sales and Installation, with over 20 years of experience in the game.\nWe provide turn-key installation by licensed professionals - 24 hour emergency service - Remote Monitoring - Long term maintenance and service by factory trained technicians.

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MB Heating & Cooling
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Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

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"Called immediately, responded same day had it fixed and us warm, same day. Repairman was professional and showed concern for our needs. Very knowledgeable, highly recommended."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate85%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Todd
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Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

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Hello, I offer a multitude of services including handyman, cabinet installation, a multitude of repair and construction services, and more. Feel free to reach out to me to see if I can help you with whatever services you need completed.

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Curtis Home Solutions
New to Angi

Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

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I am a jack of trades independent contractor/ handyman with 10+ years experience. I am not a licensed plumber, licensed electrician, or licensed roofer. With that said it's easier to just tell you the things that I don't do. I do not do drain work, I do not replace electrical lines or panel boxes, I do not replace plumbing lines which includes water and gas, and I do not replace roofs. Aside from that I can do everything else, and have the tools to do so.

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Lightning Defense, LLC (Illinois)
4.6(
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Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

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Emergency services offered

"John Sherlock and his wife Corrine called within 1/2 hour of looking for Lightning Rod installers. He was available and was over to talk with us within one hour. He sent all his credentials and licenses and insurance coverages of his business and they came over the next morning and completed the installation extremely fast. He gave a fantastic offer, and lifetime warranty coverage and will even come over and take down system when we replace the roof and place back up at no charge! His wife even saw some plants we had not put in the garden still sitting in containers, and offered and planted them in the spaces we wanted, just to help out. Very friendly, helpful, professional, extremely knowledgeable and even suggested adding Lakeland Electrics Surge Protector protection they provide to go along with the Lightning rods. Yes would have them again on any home anytime."
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+13

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ballinger Electric
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Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"Ballinger Electric provided exceptional service for electrical repairs at my rental property. Robert displayed professionalism, expertise, and a commitment to excellence. From prompt and transparent communication to efficient and fairly priced repairs, Ballinger Electric exceeded my expectations. His attention to detail, respect for the property, and overall dedication to customer satisfaction make them my go-to for any future electrical needs. Highly recommended!"
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Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

If you’re replacing wires from an electrical meter box to the breaker box, you may also consider installing a new meter or replacing or repairing the breaker box . You can tell if the circuit breaker is bad if you’re dealing with tripping or worrisome burning smells. Both projects should also be handled safely by a licensed electrician.

Smart light switches are designed to work with most traditional light fixtures and wiring. However, there are several compatibility factors to consider. Some smart switches require a neutral wire to function, which may not be present in older homes (typically built before 1985). If you plan to use a dimming feature, ensure your LED bulbs are specifically the dimmable type. Additionally, a stable Wi-Fi connection is necessary for remote control, though some models may use other standards like ZigBee, which would require a compatible smart home hub.

Leaving lights on raises the electric bill, but not as much as having high-wattage light bulbs. The best way to save on electric costs is to swap your light bulbs to LED or CFL bulbs that use far fewer watts. You can also use smart lights and light switches to control usage via a smartphone or voice-controlled device.

With AC wiring, which is the kind most likely you’ll find at home, the black wire is “hot,” and the white is “neutral.” The bare or green wire is considered the safety ground wire. If you encounter DC wiring, it’s relatively easy to tell positive or negative wires apart. red wires are used to indicate positive voltage and black wires indicate negative voltage.

GFCI outlets should be clearly labeled with LINE and LOAD labels, with arrows leading to the proper terminals. The line terminals are typically at the top, and the load terminals are typically at the bottom.

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