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Avatar for Blazer Electric Co
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 Riverside, 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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Electric Mechanical Solutions LLC
5.0(
21
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair

Serving Riverside, 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
The Home Electric Company Inc
4.9(
46
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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 Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"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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Viewtech Electrical
4.6(
196
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business+3 more

Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had an electrical GFI outlet installed on my counter kitchen island. Amer completed the work and he was great! He was very respectful of my home and extremely personable. I felt comfortable with him. He completed the job as promised and did a really good job. I would definitely call him again for my electrical projects."
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+9

Response time4 hrs
Response rate87%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bright Room Electric, Inc.
5.0(
21
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeFixed Generator - Install+3 more

Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"recently hired Bright Room Electric for some electrical work in my home, and I couldn?t be more impressed. From the first phone call to the final walkthrough, their professionalism and attention to detail stood out. The electricians arrived on time, explained the work clearly, and completed everything efficiently and safely. They were respectful of my home, cleaned up after themselves, and made sure I was completely satisfied with the results. It?s rare to find a company that combines skill, reliability, and great customer service?but Bright Room Electric delivered on all fronts. I?ll definitely be calling them again for any future electrical needs and highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-notch service."
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Outdoor Lighting

+43

Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
135 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical FAQs, answered by experts

Yes. Even when it’s not in use, an outlet is still connected to wiring, and if the wiring is faulty or wet, a fire can occur. Broken outlets can also cause fires, for the same reasons; in fact, most broken outlets are broken due to damaged or worn-out wiring. It’s worth replacing outlets that are old or damaged with the help of an electrician.

A pigtail is the only safe way to connect an electrical device to more than one circuit wire. Connecting multiple wires to a single screw terminal is extremely dangerous and must never be done. Many electricians will opt for pigtails even when there are multiple screw terminals available so that the device in question won’t halt the flow of downstream current when a problem arises. 

You can add an electrical outlet outside by sending a wire through the wall from an existing interior outlet. Without having to open up walls, you can thread a new electrical cable from the existing outlet through the wall and to the exterior. You’ll need to cut a hole in the siding to place your new outlet. Ensure that your outdoor outlet is a GFCI outlet (ground fault circuit interrupter outlet) per the National Electrical Code. It’s best to hire an electrician to add an outdoor outlet unless you have previous electrical experience.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

The most common gauge for indoor outlets around your home is 12- and 14-gauge wires. But if you’re working with larger appliances like ovens, washing machines, or dryers (all of which require more amplitude), you might find 10-, eight-, or six-gauge wires to help support those hefty appliances.

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