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The Home Electric Company Inc
4.9(
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Serving New Chicago, IN 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
Heiser Electric
4.5(
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Serving New Chicago, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

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"I hired Rob Heiser to install 7 new light fixtures and a post light on my home's exterior. He also installed a path lighting system and a brush box on the outside of my house to connect outdoor speaker cables to my Sonance system. Rob and his sons did an excellent job and were extremely professional. He performed the job exactly as I asked and did a great job cleaning and organizing all the removed fixtures and trash before they left. I would highly recommend Heiser Electric."
Response time9 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Mihut Electric
5.0(
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Serving New Chicago, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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"I hired Mihut electrical when I finished my 2000 sq feet basement based on other good referral. The work was done well, in timely manner, cost was fair. They have solid experience, friendly and easy accessible. I highly recommend Mihut Electrical Co."
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Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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J&M Electric
5.0(
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Serving New Chicago, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"J&M Electric was great! They updated my electric panel box, fixed some light switches, and installed a beautiful chandelier/ceiling fan and new light fixtures outside. The whole team was professional and courteous. The fees for all the work done was fare! I recommend them to anyone needing electrical work done and will use them again when the need arises!"
Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by38%of homeowners
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MC Electric & Construction Corp.
4.8(
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Serving New Chicago, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Emergency services offered

"Mason was incredible! Did great work, in a timely manner, and worked with us to accomplish our goals. I would highly recommend him for anyone needing electrical work done. Any other electrical projects I have, I will definitely be using Mason!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Master Systems Electric
4.7(
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Serving New Chicago, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jorge is fantastic. He was very accommodating and worked with my schedule to get the work done asap. He is very helpful and knowledgeable. I will definitely be calling him if I need an electrician in the future. I will also recommend him to family and friends. Thanks, Jorge."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
Power House Electric
4.4(
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Serving New Chicago, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

"We feel so blessed to have had Alton as our electrician. We experienced a sudden electrical nightmare and he came in and saved the day. He worked tirelessly for months to fix our issues and was such a pleasure to be around. He is extremely punctual and professional. We highly recommend for your small jobs your big convoluted jobs as well. He’s equipped for them all!"
Response time12 hrs
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Yes, you should get a quote or an estimate from an electrician. Most electricians offer free estimates or quotes. When getting quotes, do your research and verify each electrician’s license. Get quotes from three different electricians to compare. If the prices or items listed appear different on the quotes, ask the electrician to clarify. Learning as much as you can about the electrical work you want done will help you get the most accurate estimate. 

No, sconces don’t have to be hardwired, but they can be for a more permanent solution. Sconces come in various styles, sizes, and finishes as well as types of installation. Plug-in wall sconces can be plugged into a nearby outlet, and battery-powered sconces can be mounted to the wall. 

Technically, an outdoor outlet can be on the same circuit as an indoor outlet, but it's generally not recommended. Outdoor outlets should ideally be on a dedicated circuit that doesn't share power with other indoor or outdoor outlets. This helps ensure that the outdoor outlets are able to handle the additional electrical load without overloading the circuit. Additionally, outdoor outlets are often exposed to the elements, which can increase the risk of electrical shock and other hazards. If you must have an outdoor outlet on the same circuit as an indoor outlet, be sure that the circuit has the capacity to handle the additional load.

It can be safe to buy or live in a house with knob and tube (K&T) wiring, but only if the system is in good condition, functional, and has been thoroughly inspected and approved by a licensed electrician. Never purchase a home with K&T wiring without getting a professional electrical inspection first.

Key considerations include:

  • Safety and Condition: An inspector will verify that the wiring is safe and has not deteriorated. Over time, the insulation can wear away, leaving exposed wires that pose a significant fire or shock hazard.

  • System Capacity: The electrical service should be at least 60 amps. However, even at this capacity, K&T systems often struggle to handle the demands of modern appliances and electronics.

  • Lack of Grounding: Knob and tube wiring is an ungrounded system, which is a safety concern for many modern devices.

  • Ongoing Maintenance: If you live in a home with K&T wiring, it's recommended to have it inspected by an electrician every one to two years to ensure it remains in safe working order.

Ultimately, any inspection or modification of a knob and tube system should always be performed by a certified professional.

When wiring a switch, the power typically comes into the receptacle first. The neutral wire goes straight to the outlet, while the hot wire is split. You'll need a wire nut to splice the hot wire back to one of the receptacles, but you will also tie another wire into that same wire nut and run to the switch. That way, you can control the flow of electricity to that particular receptacle by turning the switch on and off.

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