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Avatar for Scott Nelson Electric Inc
Scott Nelson Electric Inc
4.9(
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Serving Mccullom 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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Response time1 day
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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No Static Electricity
5.0(
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Serving Mccullom Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

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"I have used No Static Electricity many, many times. Very fast response time and schedules within a week for services. Very personable and friendly service. This is my go-to for anything electrical. I highly recommend them!"
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+6

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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WIN Universal, LLC
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Serving Mccullom Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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"Ivan is extremely thorough. There is nothing more important in our homes than the electric and I am grateful that he is so professional and thorough. I know the job was done correctly."
Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Blue Diamond Electric LLC
5.0(
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Serving Mccullom Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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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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Response time1 day
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Recommended by71%of homeowners
The Home Electric Company Inc
4.9(
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Serving Mccullom Lake, 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
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Imperial electric
5.0(
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Serving Mccullom Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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"Daniel is awesome to work with very professional, great personality and excellent at his craft! I highly recommend him for an electrical need you have. I will definitely be using him in the near future!"
154 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Spotlight Construction Co.
4.6(
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Serving Mccullom Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"Dan was professional and did excellent electrical work at a very fair price. Dan was easy to work with and let you know up front everything he was going to do and completed work in a timely manner."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

A correctly installed 3-way switch will not trip a breaker. If using a 3-way switch trips your circuit breaker, the ground wire might be touching something it should not be, there could be a short in the wiring, a wire could be loose, or the wrong wires are connected to the wrong locations on the switch. If you cannot easily see the problem, such as a loose wire, contact an electrician to fix the issue.

Your heating and cooling systems cost you the most on your electric bill and make up 50% of your bill on average. Your washing machine, dryer, oven, and stove contribute significantly to your electric bill as well. Lights, fans, and smaller electronics add up, but aren’t the biggest energy consumers. You can reduce your power usage by setting optimal temperatures on your thermostat and investing in energy-efficient appliances.

When converting a standard 120-volt outlet to a 240-volt outlet, the only components you can typically reuse are the existing electrical box and the hole in the wall. Everything else—including the wiring, breaker, and receptacle—should be replaced to ensure both safety and efficiency. Appliances designed for 240 volts have different plug configurations that won’t fit into a standard 120-volt outlet, making it necessary to install a compatible 240-volt receptacle. This design helps prevent overloading or underloading the power available to any one outlet or circuit.

Buying a house with aluminum wiring requires careful consideration due to potential fire risks. Ensure a thorough inspection by a licensed electrician to assess the condition and identify necessary safety upgrades—factor in these additional costs when deciding. While it may not be a total deal-breaker, understanding the risks and required maintenance is necessary. Also, you should consult your insurer about coverage for homes with aluminum wiring to know whether the house is insurable.

They can vary—a lot. For example, while the EU continues to move toward broader standardization, many different types of outlets still exist from country to country. Some local standards cared about polarization, and some didn’t. It’s similar to other countries around the world.

Generally, you’re less likely to find polarized outlets outside North America. However, alternative plugs and outlets often incorporate precautions so that accidentally touching live prongs on a plug is hard or impossible. You may also find interesting regulations overseas that limit the use of outlets in bathrooms or near sinks to decrease the chance of shock.

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