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Avatar for Reinhold Electric Inc
Reinhold Electric Inc
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Serving Cottage Hills, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1976

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"Excellent service. Technician arrived promptly and was finished with the work within an hour. Clean up was done after the job and the technician even took my old light fixture with him for disposal. Would definitely contact again for electrical work if needed in future."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
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Mid America Lightning Protection
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Cottage Hills, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We have over 40 years of experience in the business. At Mid America Lightning Protection, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\nWe are not an electrical company; we do lightning protection and work with lighting rods.

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Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
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Tri-State Water, Power & Air
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Cottage Hills, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

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Emergency services offered

It’s easy to take your home energy for granted until something goes wrong. Perhaps a sudden storm leaves you without lights and an HVAC system for several days, or you open your energy bill one month and realize that your costs have climbed out of control. At Tri-State Water, Power, & Air, we understand these challenges and offer complete home energy solutions, including the installation of standby backup generators. Our services cater to the unique concerns of homeowners from St. Louis, MO, to northeastern Texas, ensuring that you are never left in the dark.

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Solarize
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+3 more

Serving Cottage Hills, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Discover Solarize, your trusted partner in solar panel maintenance and installation across St. Louis and Illinois Bi-State area. We specialize in complex solar panel removal and reinstallation services, enabling homeowners to seamlessly replace roofs without compromising their solar systems. Our dedicated team prioritizes customer satisfaction, providing impeccable care and attention to detail. Experience the Solarize difference. – professional and cost-effective solar solutions, ensuring the highest quality results. Trust us to handle any solar project, big or small, done right the first time. Specialized Emphasis: Solaredge, Enphase, Tesla, ADT Solar, Sunpro, Sun Solar, hail damage

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Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting
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Serving Cottage Hills, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting is proud to be a locally owned and operated business that has been serving the community since 2004. With years of experience and unmatched expertise we can help with any and all of your residential and commercial exterior lighting needs. From landscapes to parking lots, security to holidays we have a lighting solution for you. Since opening our doors we have built our business on providing our customers with the highest quality products and service at a fair price. We will work with you on discovering exactly what you are wanting to accomplish and communicate through the process of making that a reality. Let us show you the Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting difference, get in touch today!

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Response time2 days
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

A gas stove doesn't always need a dedicated circuit. Unlike an electric range, which uses 240 volts and requires a 240-volt receptacle, a gas stove only uses 120 volts. In some cases, your electrician will need to replace the existing two-pole circuit breaker with a single-pole circuit breaker as well as swap out the existing 240-volt receptacle with a 120-volt replacement.

An electrician will charge between $100 to $150 to install a new light switch. Whether you need to cut into the wall and repair drywall will determine your final project cost, as you can expect to pay $50 to $75 per square foot to repair drywall.

If you have a tank-type electric water heater, it runs regularly to keep the water at the desired temperature. If you live in a home where you don’t use much hot water, it could seem wasteful to run power to heat water that you’re using infrequently. You could save some power by using a smaller tank, insulating the tank, or lowering the temperature of the water heater.

While most electrical items can be plugged into a GFCI outlet, some appliances with internal or stationary motors, such as refrigerators, vent fans, and fluorescent lighting, can cause nuisance tripping. This happens because they experience a small, normal amount of current leakage, which can cause the GFCI to trip even when the appliance is working correctly. Although this is not a safety hazard, it can be inconvenient and may cause the GFCI outlet to wear out faster. For this reason, it is often better to plug these types of appliances into a standard outlet. Additionally, electrical circuits over 100 feet long can sometimes cause tripping. Some appliances, like hair dryers, have their own built-in GFCI protection, so connecting them to a standard outlet is fine.

The average lifespan of a home electrical system is anywhere from 30 to 70 years or more, depending on the type of system you have. Modern electrical wiring, like aluminum or copper, can last 50 to 70 years while older types may need to be replaced sooner. Additionally, circuit breakers tend to last anywhere from 30 to 40 years, while electrical outlets need to be replaced every 10 to 25 years. 

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