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Donohue's Lightning Rods
4.3(
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Serving Hoisington, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Donohue is very knowledgeable and has excellent experience in the lightning protection area. He responds quickly and has a very professional team of workers. He quoted the job using google earth information. When he visited the site he reduced his price by over 50%. I highly recommend him and I will use his company again."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Goveas handyman services and more
5.0(
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Serving Hoisington, KS and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Hi, I’m Yesenia Govea, owner of Goveas Handyman Services. From quick home repairs to carpentry, flooring, electrical, and full remodeling projects, we handle it all with precision and care. Let us take care of your to-do list—call today for professional, reliable service you can trust!"

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Huntley Scrapping and Trash Haul Off
5.0(
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Serving Hoisington, KS and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

With over 20 years of experience in home improvement, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from lawn maintenance and mowing to junk removal. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Huntley Scrapping and Trash Haul Off, a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Kipp Electric, LLC
4.7(
3
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Serving Hoisington, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride so our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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My Computer Works, Inc.
4.0(
630
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Serving Hoisington, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was contacted by a Tech at the assigned time and had to run to the store for a cable I needed. When I called back, I had a different Tech, but he was able to continue right where I had left off. There was no need to explain anything again. Awesome."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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SOLAR TECH. LLC.
5.0(
3
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Serving Hoisington, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

20+ years exp Solar Tech. LLC offers proven energy saving products that are associated with the sustainable energy world. We specialize in design and installation for Grid Tie and Off Grid energy systems.\n \nWe offer:\n \nSolar Photovoltaic Systems\nWinco emergency back up generators\nStructural insulated panels (SIPs)\nWind Turbines\nand a few other great products currently in research and development.\n \nSolar Tech. LLC consists of three individuals with different backgrounds of expertise. including a Master Electrician that posses the functional experience in electrical, solar design, consulting, product development, sales, marketing, installation and construction services. We believe energy should be affordable, reliable, and clean.\n \nCall us today for a free consultation.

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Saline Valley Insulation
5.0(
7
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Serving Hoisington, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was fantastic, they came in and gave us a quote They did all the necessary steps and got it done faster than I expected and quite honestly our electricity bill decrease because of it. If anybody needs insulation they're the best one to call."
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The Biden Administration banned the sale of incandescent light bulbs for general service lamps in 2023. All household light bulbs must meet a minimum efficiency of 45 lumens per watt, three times that of a standard incandescent light bulb. 

The main motivation was to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. It is expected that banning incandescent light bulbs will cut over 200 million metric tons of carbon emissions over the next 30 years. Some bulbs are exempt, like chandelier lights and Christmas lights.

Most standard residential water heaters, which are typically around 40 gallons and use 240 volts and between 3,500 and 5,500 watts, require a 30-amp, two-pole circuit breaker. For smaller, point-of-use water heaters using 120 volts and between 1,500 and 3,000 watts, a 30-amp breaker is also often adequate. However, some models may have different needs; units that use more watts than average may require a 40-amp breaker, while smaller units might only need a 20-amp breaker. Newer, tankless, or more energy-efficient models can also require a higher amperage. Having the correct breaker size is crucial for safe and efficient operation, so it's best to consult a licensed electrician to determine the specific needs of your water heater.

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), GFCI outlets should be installed in wet or damp locations where they might be splashed with water or other liquids. This is to protect against ground faults, which are more common around water. Specific areas that require GFCI outlets include kitchens (especially near counters), bathrooms, laundry rooms, basements, garages, and all outdoor receptacles. Depending on local electrical codes, you may need at least one GFCI outlet in these rooms, or every outlet in the area may need to be GFCI protected.

Yes, a hot or overheating outlet is a fire hazard and can cause a fire. An outlet becoming hot indicates an electrical problem, such as an overloaded circuit, loose connections, or a faulty component. The heat from these issues can ignite nearby flammable materials like curtains or furniture. If you notice an outlet is hot to the touch, turn off the power at the circuit breaker, unplug any connected devices, and consult a qualified electrician. If a fire does start, use a Class C fire extinguisher or baking soda to suppress it, or evacuate immediately and call the fire department.

A ceiling light will usually have two or three wires: black, white, and sometimes green. Black wires are positive, or hot, while white wires are negative, or neutral. The green wire is the grounding wire. 

When you’re wiring the light, connect black to black, white to white, and green to the grounding screw.

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