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Imperial electric
5.0(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+8 more

Serving Elwood, IL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Danny was professional Took the time to answer all my questions and explained the work he was doing Hiring him I was able to save some money He kept to what he quoted me over the phone He was friendly and easy to talk too. I would definitely recommend imperial electric and Danny for any electrical job"
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Express Electric
4.8(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair

Serving Elwood, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Raul is very professional arrive on time to installing all new electrical for my new swimming pool, he did everything as He said he should I would recommend him to anyone who needs electrical work."
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Recommended by10%of homeowners
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M.T. Kelley Electric LLC
5.0(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For BusinessElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedGenerator - Install - For Business+5 more

Serving Elwood, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"We have worked with Vince Kelley and his crew on multiple projects, both residential and commercial. We are so pleased with their work, we now use them exclusively. Pricing is always fair, work is completed correctly and in a timely fashion, and there are never any surprise charges at the end! As an owner/operator, Vince is always available for any questions that may arise, and he returns calls promptly. We highly recommend M.T. Kelley Electric."
Response time11 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Mid America Lightning Protection
4.5(
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Elwood, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jim and his workers were very professional and knew what they were doing! They showed up when they said they were going to when I had another company didn't even show up I highly recommend them!"
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Widur Corporation
4.6(
16
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or ReplaceCeiling Fan - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair+13 more

Serving Elwood, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience.....He showed up on time. Answered all my questions. Did a great job with my exhaust fan install and cleaned up after he was finished. I would highly recommend him."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

No. Blue wires and black wires are different. Even though both are used as hot wires, they serve different functions. Black wires are far more common in residential properties. They are always hot, can be positive or negative, and usually carry electricity from a power source to an outlet. Blue wires have a specialized usage in residential properties, generally as traveler wires, and are more common in commercial properties.

Switching the hot and neutral wires in an outlet or receptacle, a condition known as reverse polarity, is dangerous. While the outlet will still function and provide power, it creates a significant electrical shock hazard because anything plugged into it will remain electrified even when switched off. If you touch a conductive part of the appliance, such as the metal components of a toaster, you could receive an electric shock.

No, technically, the original Federal Pacific (FPE) breakers are no longer available. Stab-Lok® circuit breakers from the now-defunct Federal Pacific Electric Company (FPE) are no longer produced. However, the trademark and manufacture of the Stab-Lok® brand of breakers has been passed through a series of parent and subsidiary companies. Black and gray versions of the circuit breaker have been produced by these companies, with sales rights in the U.S. and Canada shifting back and forth.

Upgrading your electrical panel is often worth the cost for safety, improved electrical performance, and potential long-term savings. A primary benefit is preventing electrical fires and other hazards from a malfunctioning panel, ensuring your household's safety. An upgraded panel also provides a steady flow of electricity, eliminating issues like flickering lights and frequently tripped breakers. It allows you to connect additional appliances without overloading the system, which is especially beneficial for older homes with 100-amp service that are prone to overheating. If you run large appliances like central air conditioning, heating systems, hot tubs, or saunas, you might consider upgrading to a 300- or 400-amp service to meet the higher electrical demand. Furthermore, an upgrade can lead to long-term savings on energy bills and potentially lower insurance costs.

Most LED bulbs have a plastic covering, while incandescent bulbs will be made from glass. This is because LED bulbs don’t produce as much heat as incandescent bulbs, so the covering doesn’t need to be as heat resistant. Also, an LED light bulb will usually have a marking on its base that identifies it as an LED.

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