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Avatar for Scott Nelson Electric Inc
Scott Nelson Electric Inc
4.9(
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+10 more

Serving Gages Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"Scott Nelson Electric provided excellent service from start to finish. Our call was responded to promptly. The electrician arrived on time, quickly assessed the problem, and efficiently fixed it. He was very professional and did a thorough job. He respected our property and did a meticulous clean-up afterward. We are very pleased with the results. We highly recommend Scott Nelson Electric."
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+4

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Ferrer Electric
4.9(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For BusinessLightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Gages Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1979

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"I have hired Ferrer Electric twice and was very happy with the results. They were very knowledgeable, professional, and reasonably priced. They offered recommendations prior to performing the work, which was appreciated and benefitted both of us. I would recommend Ferrer Electric for any residential or commercial projects."
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+22

Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Blue Diamond Electric LLC
5.0(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedCeiling Fan - Install+13 more

Serving Gages Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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"Danny came to my house to install electrical panel. I already had everything for the install the swap the old one out put the new one in really fast I was surprised I told him my lights would flicker sometimes and he check the ground to the meter and it was corroded, he cleaned it off and fix the problem install looks great. Everything works perfect. I will be hiring him again for future projects."
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Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
Jorge Lovato Electrical
4.8(
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or ReplaceCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+3 more

Serving Gages Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"Jorge was friendly and knowledgeable. Price seemed fair for installing a security camera for me, but we had to work out some challenges getting power to the right spot. Only gripe is that he didn't give a receipt for work done, sort of important for electrical work being done on the house."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Precision Today Plumbing Heating Cooling Electrical
4.6(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+5 more

Serving Gages Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

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"Project was done quickly. Price was higher that others, but I hired them because they could address my issue immediately that same day. I had a small fire in my electrical box and needed the box and breakers replaced. Tech was knowledgeable and nice work work with and provided updates as he worked. He finished the job within a few hours. Reason for 4 stars instead of 5…price was high. Also, I came home the day after the job was done and my furnace was off and my washer/dryer breaker was tripped. Haven’t determined the cause yet, but will provide an update once I figure it out or have Precision back out to check things."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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Imperial electric
4.8(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+8 more

Serving Gages Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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"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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Abp Electric
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business+6 more

Serving Gages Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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"ABP answered my call immediately and came to the house very quickly. Solved my electrical issue and was very courteous would recommend to anyone"
Response time1 hour
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

While not always necessary, wiring your circuit breaker in a certain way can ease both the installation process and use afterward. For starters, you’ll need to install the electrical panel so that the main service knockout aligns with the cable conduit. If they aren’t aligned, you may not have sufficient working space to finish running the wires. Using cable trays, on the other hand, gives you a bit more freedom to and flexibility in where and which direction you install the wires. At the end of the day, the power flow will be the same whether the cords run up or down.

Incandescent lights are glass bulbs with metallic filaments inside, while LEDs feature “light emitting diodes” that illuminate when they come in contact with an electrical current. You can buy either for your Christmas lights, but note that LED lights are more energy-efficient and have a longer lifespan.

Yes, you can daisy chain outlets, which involves connecting multiple outlets in series. However, ensuring the circuit can handle the additional load is important to avoid overloading and tripping the breaker. The total number of outlets on a single circuit should not exceed the recommended limit, typically eight on a 15-amp circuit. Hiring a licensed electrician is always advisable for complex installations or if you're unsure of what to do.

The most common type of electrical outlet is a 3-prong outlet, which has two flat blades (one is wider than the other) and a round grounding pin. Older homes typically have 2-prong outlets that aren’t as safe as more modern options and are generally not up to current electrical codes.  Other outlets you can find in your home include 20A, 125 volt varieties for larger appliances like refrigerators or washing machines. 

There are also GFCI outlets, which protect against electrical shock in wet areas, such as bathrooms and kitchens, and arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) outlets, which protect against electrical fires caused by arcing.

The life expectancy of a circuit breaker is 30 to 40 years. However, how long your circuit breaker lasts depends on the condition of your electrical equipment, the amperage, your electrical consumption, and more. A breaker box that frequently trips from overload will last much shorter than a breaker box with the proper amperage for the number of devices and appliances in use. If your circuit breaker trips frequently, and you have also increased your electrical consumption, it may be worth upgrading your electrical panel to extend your electrical system’s lifespan—and save you the hassle of frequent power trips.

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