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

Serving Glenwood, 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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The Home Electric Company Inc
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For BusinessElectrical for Addition or Remodel - Install - For Business+7 more

Serving Glenwood, IL and surrounding areas

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"Joe was a great help with our electrical projects. We had several smaller projects that we needed done in our new house. He recommended some ways to simplify our projects, quoted a reasonable cost, and performed great work. He even did a great job cleaning up after finishing. I would highly recommend him for your project!"
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Fred Postma
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by ConsumerElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+3 more

Serving Glenwood, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

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"he understood about electrical systems and worked quickly to get problem fixed. the only drawback was that he wanted to work in privacy so I don't know what all he checked or did but he did get all of my electrical systems that went out working again."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Distinctive Electrical
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Serving Glenwood, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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"Dave was willing to work with my limited availability. He created route from my electrical panel to the garage that was most direct and efficient, saving me money on the cost of supplies. I have already spoken to him about another project I need an electrician for."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Smarter Home Electrical Services
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Serving Glenwood, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Small jobs welcome

"Christian was very professional and explained everything he was doing. We have used him in the past and he was the first person we contacted when we needed additional electrical work done. He is honest and trustworthy. We highly recommend Christian!!!!!"
EV CHARGER INSTALLATION
BREAKER BOX REPLACEMENT
Service upgrade
Anker SOLIX E10
Response time20 mins
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The National Electrical Codebook indicates that there should be at least 6 inches of wiring in the breaker box for connecting purposes. When in doubt, err on the side more, because you can always cut some wire off but you can never add it back on, and if you don’t have enough you may struggle to finish wiring your breaker box properly.

Aluminum wiring can pose a significant fire risk because it tends to expand, contract, and overheat, leading to failing connections and splices. If your home has aluminum wiring, it doesn't always require a complete replacement, but you must take safety precautions. The first step is to hire a licensed electrician to conduct a thorough inspection. Based on their findings, you have several options:

  • Full Replacement: The safest but most expensive solution is to replace all aluminum wiring with copper.

  • Copper Pigtailing: A more budget-friendly option, suitable for certain homes, involves adding a short section of copper wire to the end of each aluminum wire at connection points.

  • Other Safety Upgrades: Your electrician may also recommend installing aluminum-compatible outlets and applying an anti-oxidant paste to connections to prevent corrosion.

Consulting a professional will help you determine the best course of action to ensure your home's wiring meets current safety standards.

Usually, your house panel is one of the key components that must be replaced when upgrading your amp service. In many cases, you will also need to upgrade your meter base as well as other electrical components.

Rewiring an electric system in a house typically ranges between $2,000 and $9,000, but a simple project can cost as low as $1,500. More complex upgrades run $10,000 or higher. The price depends on the size of your home, how accessible the wiring is, the cost of materials, and local electrician fees.

Yes, a bad switch can cause other outlets not to work. If the switch is part of a circuit that controls multiple outlets, a fault in the switch can disrupt the entire circuit. It can happen if the switch is wired incorrectly, has a loose connection, or is damaged. Fixing or replacing the faulty switch can often restore power to the affected outlets

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