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Affordable Electrical Repair, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Porter, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Over the past two years, I have hired Affordable Electrical Repair to complete three electrical projects for me. Affordable Electrical Repair did quality electrical work at my home, and they cleaned any mess they made. Recently, they rewired my kitchen, completing the project sooner than promised and under budget! I also had Affordable Electrical Repair work on a cordless drill/driver. They repaired and rebuilt it, and the drill/driver works great. I highly recommend Affordable Electrical Repair."
 Extremely large fan
 Added light
 Moved light to center of table
 Hung new light
 hole is from light we removed

+8

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mihut Electric
5.0(
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Serving Porter, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Amazing, had a huge remodel and 3 new additions, changed out all my old lighting in the building to new LED lights and then ran electrical in 3 large additions plus moved additional electrical. 100% quality, cost effective and trust worthy. Recommend to everyone! Great job!"
Installed exterior can lights.
Installed exterior can lights
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+3

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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J&M Electric
5.0(
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Serving Porter, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

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
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by38%of homeowners
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AmpedUp Lighting Solutions
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17
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Serving Porter, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had 100 A service run to pole barn. Was given few options on service. Picked best option to suit my needs. Of course during installation i changed few things up . Those changes were addressed and handled without any problems. Couldnt be happier. Would definitely recommend."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NWI Generator Group LLC
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Serving Porter, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Was very friendly and helpful. Answered questions without any problem. Gave good recommendations on how to keep unit running efficiently."
Response time4 days
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods
5.0(
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Serving Porter, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1964

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The install was scheduled and completed quickly. The lightning rods and cable look neat and tidy along the roof. Mr. Hamilton was friendly and efficient."
Chimney rod and conductor cable
Front of home,system is barely noticeable
Hiding the cables best we can
Rear of home
Work trailer

+4

Response time1 day
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tri-State Water, Power & Air
5.0(
5
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Serving Porter, IN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are the experts in the field of Whole Home Generator Sales and Installation, with over 20 years of experience in the game.\nWe provide turn-key installation by licensed professionals - 24 hour emergency service - Remote Monitoring - Long term maintenance and service by factory trained technicians.

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

It’s a great idea to replace and update outlets, especially if an outlet stops working. New outlets work well with modern appliances and devices. Over time, outlets become old and worn—they can even become damaged, cracked, and burnt if the wiring is old and outdated. Old outlets and wiring can cause smoke, sparks, flickering lights, and an electrical fire.

Just as fluorescent lights are more efficient than incandescent lights, LED lights are more efficient to run than fluorescent lights. The specifics will vary from product to product, but LED lights are typically twice as efficient as equivalent fluorescent lights. A 13-watt CFL bulb can replace a 60-watt incandescent bulb, but a 6- to 8-watt LED bulb can offer the same amount of brightness. Fluorescent lights offer about 50 lumens per watt, while LEDs offer about 100 lumens per watt. LED light bulbs typically last two to three times as long as CFL bulbs, too. 

Yes, wires are still hot, even if the light switch is off. The only way to ensure the wire is no longer live and that you can work with it safely is to open your circuit breaker, locate the breaker for the outlet you’re working with, and turn off the breaker for that outlet.

Incandescent lights are glass bulbs with metallic filaments inside, while LEDs feature “light emitting diodes” that illuminate when they come in contact with an electrical current. You can buy either for your Christmas lights, but note that LED lights are more energy-efficient and have a longer lifespan.

It wouldn’t be abnormal to view all wiring as simply wiring, but wiring has different gauges and can handle different loads. When you’re wiring for 240V, you need wire that is rated at least 240V, but honestly it’s better to spend a little more and just buy 300V wiring. This ensures a margin of safety in case the wiring gets overloaded.

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