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The Home Electric Company Inc
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

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"Joe Gatto did the following (transforming homeð ¡), for which I am FOREVER GRATEFUL!ð -First visit, helped me plan, which helped immensely! -Installed six vaulted ceiling recessed lights, extremely large fan/with light in center, & elegant 10â light from 18â ceiling -Afterwards, repaired wall to wall vaulted ceiling foundational cracks -involving plastering multiple times, sanding, then painted entire vaulted ceiling (TRANSFORMING LIVING ROOM!)! -Installed sixteen light fixtures (upstairs, main floor, basement), involving repairing ceiling from old fixture, plastering multiple times, sanding, painting entire kitchen ceiling -installed two exhaust fans (involving cutting into ceiling, plastering few times, sanding, then painting entire bathroom (ceiling/walls) -updated/replaced approximately 25 switches/outlets Joe is an extremely skilled, detailed, focused, trustworthy worker (couple of days able to go swimming while he worked on the house). Best contractor have ever hired (thorough, not rushed, high energy, detailed, and consistent). Also friendly, personable, helpful, & caring."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Fox Valley Lighting, LLC
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"Their design proposal and holiday lights installation were outstanding. Although their price was good and similar to another bid, they delivered a much better product. They were very friendly. I would hire them again. With regard to communication, they could have been more responsive."
Response time2 days
72 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Smart Electric
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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Welcome to Smart Electric, a family owned and operated business with years of experience. We are fully insured and licensed. We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you! Call the number above for estimates and submit a request to get work ready to go! \n \n

Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Santos Gomez
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

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I’m someone who genuinely enjoys working with my hands and taking something that needs a little attention and turning it into something I can be proud of. I’ve always believed that good work comes down to preparation, attention to detail, and taking the time to do things the right way.\n\nI specialize in home improvement and refinishing projects, including interior painting, cabinets, trim, furniture refinishing, drywall repairs, and other projects that can give your home a fresh, updated look.\n\nWhen I take on a project, I treat your home with the same care and respect I would want in my own. I take pride in keeping my work area clean, communicating clearly, showing up when I say I will, and making sure the finished product meets both your expectations and my own high standards.\n\nI know that hiring someone to work in your home is about more than just finding the lowest price. You want someone you can trust, someone who cares about the outcome, and someone who will stand behind

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Holiday Decorating questions, answered by experts

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. 

Christmas light cords are long, thin, and flexible—which makes them exceptionally prone to tangling. As you try to untangle the very merry mess, the light bulbs and sockets may catch on the cords, making it even harder to pull cords through the knots.

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. 

Several options for hanging Christmas lights won't damage gutters. Using shingle clips avoids any hardware contact with them, and using plastic gutter clips minimizes the likelihood of scratching gutters. Remember not to rest a ladder, especially a metal one, against the gutters, and use a ladder stand-off device or stabilizer if you need to use an extension ladder. 

Permanent lights can save you big in labor costs down the line, as you’ll only need to invest in installing them once. As with regular lights, costs vary based on the display and the size of your home. Costs are similar to hanging regular lights, typically falling between $220 and $650. 

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