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Mid America Lightning Protection
4.5(
99
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Makanda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Jim Gorman who is the owner of the business called me back within a half hour of my email posting. He visited my home 3 days later, inspected things, and told me what the approximate cost would be. He and his helper then installed an entire lightning protection system on both my house and a back garage/storage area. He did things exactly as I wanted in every way. Also threw in a free weathervane which increased the beauty of my home. I would have no objection to recommending this gentleman and his company to anyone who is in need of a competently installed lightning protection system for their home/property. MID-AMERICA LIGHTNING RODS is one fine company run by a man who cares about doing good work according to the latest safety codes etc. Having lost my previous retirement home to lightning, it was very important to me to get this job done and quickly because the thunderstorm season is upon us and with the climate change, those storms are very wicked, especially here out in the country where i live!"
Indianapolis
Trucking company
Indianapolis
Indiana Illinois
Indiana Illinois

+70

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Alan Punches
5.0(
1
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - Install

Serving Makanda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hired to trim bushes, remove small trees, and weed in front of apartment. Work was thorough and completed as requested. The area cleared looks great, and neighbors also complemented it. Alan is very friendly and dedicated to completing the work to the owner’s specifications. Would hire again."
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Electrical Detectives
4.1(
9
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+15 more

Serving Makanda, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"They provided the best workmanship I ever experienced in my life. They cleaned up after themselves, kept us safe and made us aware of a few electrical problems. They care about there reputation and others. I have recommended them to everyone that ever needed any electrical work done. They would provide great customer service by quick follow up. The best of the best."
New breaker box
New meter service 2012
New breaker box with surge protection
Kitchen lighting
Kitchen lighting

+1

Response time1 day
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

You can use a double-pole switch for a regular light fixture, but it's unnecessary and won’t be the most efficient choice. A single-pole switch works perfectly for standard lights. Double-pole handle high-power appliances that require both hot wires to be disconnected. Using a single-pole switch for regular lights is more cost-effective, simpler, and more common in residential settings.

Systems should be checked every 2-3 years or whenever signs of age appear, maintaining network integrity and safety at all times.

Unfortunately, yes, a wall outlet can just go bad. You could’ve purchased a faulty outlet, had it improperly installed, or just blown a fuse in your home. Regardless of what caused the issue, it’s important for you to hire the right professional for this job so they can get it done right the first time.

The Biden Administration banned the sale of incandescent light bulbs for general service lamps in 2023. All household light bulbs must meet a minimum efficiency of 45 lumens per watt, three times that of a standard incandescent light bulb. 

The main motivation was to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. It is expected that banning incandescent light bulbs will cut over 200 million metric tons of carbon emissions over the next 30 years. Some bulbs are exempt, like chandelier lights and Christmas lights.

Type S or T fuses don’t require any special removal or installation tools. However, replacing a cartridge-style fuse is easier and safer when using a fuse-puller tool. All of these tools should be available anywhere you can buy fuses.

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