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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 Port Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Nelson Electric is the best electrical contractor I’ve used in my thirty-eight years of owning and updating my homes. It is difficult to find an excellent contractor who is willing to take on a major remodeling project in old construction, and who handles it efficiently, cost-effectively, and with perfection. This time we were remodeling a 110 year-old bathroom. When we got down to the studs, joists, and rafters, the plans were worthless because of all the surprises. Unphased, the crew was able to trace every hidden wire to destination and source, re-route them as needed, install a new, larger, circuit breaker box, pull wire through neatly, clearly identify and label everything, and finish beautifully the lighting, overhead heating, floor heating, and exhaust fixtures, making for a beautiful bath. Thank you, Scott!"
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+4

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Ferrer Electric
4.9(
97
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For BusinessLightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Port Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Amp Electric & Power, LLC
5.0(
41
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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+9 more

Serving Port Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amp Electric and the owner, Allin, is absolutely top rate. Not only did they have fair pricing and complete great work but the customer service was above and beyond. Allin was friendly, professional and a great communicator. He took the time to walk us through the process so we understood the work he would do and answered all our questions patiently throughout. We will always reach out to him with any future electrical needs. Without any reservations I would recommend Amp Electric!"
Ev Charger
EV charger
Tesla Charger
Complete Install
Charge Point install

+4

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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Electric Mechanical Solutions LLC
5.0(
21
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair

Serving Port Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Electric Mechanical Solutions, LLC\nLicensed - Insured - Nearly 20 Years of Professional Experience\n\nService fee 125 waived if work move. Our minimum charge is $350 to $400 and up, depending on distance, job complexity, and scope. This includes small jobs, repairs, or up to the first hour of licensed labor. Anything beyond the first hour is priced clearly on-site. This is licensed contractor pricing - not handyman rates. Our pricing is fair, honest, upfront, and transparent. No hidden fees, no surprises, no games.\n\nWe proudly offer residential, commercial, and industrial services, including troubleshooting, EV chargers, panel upgrades, surge protection, lighting installations, dedicated circuits, subpanels, garage circuits, and more.\n\nPlease Note:\n - No free quotes for troubleshooting, repairs, or small jobs by phone/text.\n - If you?re price shopping or comparing numbers, this is not the right fit.\n\n- If you care about safety, quality, and reliable professional work ? let?s connect.

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Recommended by5%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 Port Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Bar area
Electrical Project

+26

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Contact Electric, Inc.
4.7(
59
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair

Serving Port Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I chose Contact Electric to add 1 electrical outlets in my basement. Michael Minkowski did the work. He was both professional and committed. His quote was fair and he bag a the work immediately. I highly recommend this company."
Panel Upgrade
Panel Upgrade
Panel Upgrade
New Service
New Service

+3

Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

It’s not a good idea to mix LED and incandescent Christmas lights if you can avoid it. LEDs and incandescents can have significantly different electrical current needs. This difference can lead to a higher risk of problems and failure for both light strands. When possible, switch all your lights over to one kind or the other for the best results. Do not connect the different types of light strings to each other, and avoid linking them to the same circuit. 

If a 240V appliance is connected to a 120V outlet, the lower voltage will cause that appliance to receive insufficient power. This may result in reduced performance, malfunctions, or even damage to the appliance's components. Depending on the size of your electrical circuit, you’ll likely need to reset a tripped circuit breaker at the very least.

Home power is measured in kilowatt-hours, commonly expressed as kWh. The average home uses between 800 and 1,000 kWh per month. Peak usage (and highest bills) occurs in the middle of summer and the depths of winter. Keeping on top of your usage during these crucial months will lower your annual average usage considerably. 

Before the widespread use of PVC, affixing a ground wire to plumbing pipes was generally considered to be an acceptable workaround. Nowadays, not so much. There are plenty of nonmetallic water pipes and fittings out there, so any ground previously provided by the metallic piping would be interrupted in these cases, which is dangerous.

The best light switch is user dependent. What works for one person might not work for another. Someone looking to ward off burglars may choose to install proximity light switches or anti-vandal switches, while someone who simply wants to find the switch in the bathroom without using a nightlight may prefer an illuminated light switch. Consider the location of your light switch and the features you want to help you decide on the right light switch for your home.

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