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

Serving Lake Villa, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Blazer Electric Co
4.7(
384
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair+14 more

Serving Lake Villa, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very pleased and would Choose Blazer Electric again. I was able to schedule an appointment quickly and at a time that was convenient for me. Communication was excellent from start to finish. They were punctual, professional and courteous. As a female home owner, I appreciate that they respected my knowledge and didn't talk down to me."
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+14

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ferrer Electric
4.9(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For BusinessElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairLightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Lake Villa, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"EddieWas through and easy to work with. The work was excellent and Eddie of Ferrer Electric consulted with the company who was installing industrial fans to be sure that all of their requirements for the electrical outlets were met This was a complicated install as it was on the ceiling of a barn which required a lift Eddie also followed up on his work to be sure all was done correctly I would hire him again and will recommend Ferrer Electric to my friends Sue Lutz"
Light Replacemernt
Light Replacement
Ceiling Fan replacement
Ceiling Fan Replacement
Light Replacement

+22

Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Blue Diamond Electric LLC
5.0(
21
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedCeiling Fan - Install+13 more

Serving Lake Villa, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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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+26

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
Jorge Lovato Electrical
4.8(
31
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or ReplaceCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+3 more

Serving Lake Villa, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Absolutely fantastic! Jorge was a great guy! Extremely friendly, fixed the problem the same day I called. Price was outstanding. Definitely went above and beyond. I couldn't recommend a better electrician!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Precision Today Plumbing Heating Cooling Electrical
4.6(
329
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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 Lake Villa, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"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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+13

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Abp Electric
4.6(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business+6 more

Serving Lake Villa, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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Warranties offered

"I hired ABP electric to do an electrical job at my home in Barrington. Brett was on vacation who is the owner of ABP electric and he sent 3 men to do the job they were professional and knew EXACTLY what to do with the wiring. I would definitely recommend this company for any electrical issues you have in your home. Excellent service and knowledgeable in what had to be done. 5 Stars!!"
Response time1 hour
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

If you need to run a wire from the meter to the breaker box, start by turning off the power using the main switch to avoid injury risks from live wires. Then, locate the ground wire from your meter and connect it to the ground bar of the breaker box. Connect the neutral wire using the same method to improve your circuit efficiency.

Next, locate the hot wires running from the main switch to the meter. To connect them to the correct terminals from meter to breaker, unscrew the nuts of the breaker hotwire terminals, insert the positive hotwire, and ensure it’s firmly attached. Finally, secure the wires with electrical tape and wire tie cables before re-securing your breaker box. Keep in mind that this process can be dangerous, so don’t hesitate to hire a local electrician.

Appliances in your home that need dedicated circuits include:

  • Refrigerators and chest freezers

  • Electric ranges, microwaves, and toaster ovens

  • Dishwashers and garbage disposals

  • Washers and dryers

  • Heating and air conditioning units

  • Hot tubs, saunas, and water pumps

  • Sump pumps

  • Central vacuums

You can install a dimmer switch on almost any light as long as the switch, bulb, wiring, and wattage are compatible. Check what kind of light you have, the type of light bulb, and the total wattage of the bulbs to ensure your dimmer is a match. You’ll want to choose a non-neutral wire dimmer if you don't have neutral wiring. Homes built before 1985 that don't have updated electrical systems may not have neutral wiring.

Upgrading your amp service could possibly be a solution to tripped breakers. Circuit breakers in an electrical panel trip as a safety measure when something goes wrong with the current, and that’s often caused by plugged-in devices trying to draw too much current. Replacing the electrical panel with a new model and new breakers designed for higher amps can fix this problem.

The hot wire is typically black, but it's essential to use a non-contact voltage tester to confirm the electrical wire color code before working on it. Neutral wires are typically white. It’s vital to determine which wire is carrying electrical current before proceeding with any electrical work.

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