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Heiser Electric
4.5(
108
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Schererville, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

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Emergency services offered

"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 time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Haleem Electric, LLC
5.0(
13
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by ConsumerElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business+1 more

Serving Schererville, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Haleem did an excellent job installing new lighting fixtures. He is very knowledgeable and thoroughly explained the options available. He performed the work efficiently and tidily and it looks great. I will call him when I need electrical work in the future."
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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MC Electric & Construction Corp.
4.8(
22
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+8 more

Serving Schererville, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"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
4.8(
16
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+13 more

Serving Schererville, 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 time2 days
Response rate100%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

GFCI stands for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter, a standard safety addition to home power outlets. In rooms where moisture is more likely, like the bathroom and kitchen, GFCI outlets stop the current when certain kinds of shorts are detected, preventing shocks. Both GFCI and the similar AFCI (Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlets are polarized and have clear indicators on the receptacle where hot wiring should go.

It’s not recommended to turn off your breaker box in hopes of saving electricity. Breaker boxes were not designed to constantly be switched on and off. Therefore, turning off breakers unnecessarily can cause costly damage that outnumbers any energy savings. Only flip your breakers if absolutely necessary when troubleshooting an electrical issue.

You can make a pigtail with either thermoplastic high-heat-resistant nylon-coated (THHN) wire or non-metallic (NM) cable, often referred to as “Romex.” Each pigtail requires a neutral wire, a ground wire, and a live wire. The gauge of your pigtail wires must match the gauge of those on the device. 

If you need to run a wire from the meter to the breaker box, start by turning off the power using the main switch to avoid injury risks from live wires. Then, locate the ground wire from your meter and connect it to the ground bar of the breaker box. Connect the neutral wire using the same method to improve your circuit efficiency.

Next, locate the hot wires running from the main switch to the meter. To connect them to the correct terminals from meter to breaker, unscrew the nuts of the breaker hotwire terminals, insert the positive hotwire, and ensure it’s firmly attached. Finally, secure the wires with electrical tape and wire tie cables before re-securing your breaker box. Keep in mind that this process can be dangerous, so don’t hesitate to hire a local electrician.

For most applications, you won’t need a neutral for 240V. There are certain codes and regulations that differ between areas so just because you technically may not need one in order for the device to function properly, it may still be a local requirement. Professionals in your area know the requirements, which is just another reason to hire one instead of taking on a project that is frankly not very DIY-friendly.

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