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Mister Sparky Kansas City
4.3(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+9 more

Serving McLouth, KS and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

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Emergency services offered

"Daniel with Mr. Sparky KC completed a big project requiring our home & moving our panel. Daniel was excellent in troubleshooting our unusual electrical system & bringing it up to maximum efficiency & safety. Scheduling for the project fit well into our schedule. Updating our system involved several unexpected complications, but Daniel persisted until each was corrected. I would highly recommend Mr. Sparky& particularly Daniel for your next electrical project."
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Smoke detector
Smoke and CO detector combo
Excellent work by Mister Sparky
Details matter

+3

Response time3 hrs
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Fidelis Renewables
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For Business+1 more

Serving McLouth, KS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

Fidelis Renewables is a veteran-owned solar and electrical contractor serving residential and commercial customers across the Kansas City and St. Louis regions. We specialize in new solar installations, solar service and repair, battery storage, electrical upgrades, EV chargers, and professional solar removal and reinstallation for roof replacement and insurance claims. \n\nWe also help homeowners with orphaned or abandoned solar systems when the original installer is no longer available. Our in-house team is led by a licensed Master Electrician, and we service systems from multiple manufacturers. Fidelis Protect Membership offers ongoing monitoring, warranty coordination, annual inspections, and priority service. \n\nIntegrity First – Energy Experts.

Electrical Meters
Solar Shot
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Four Seasons Landscaping & Hardscaping LLC
4.9(
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Outdoor Lighting - RepairExterior Building Lighting - Install or Replace - For BusinessOutdoor Lighting - Plan and Install

Serving McLouth, KS and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

Welcome to Four Season Landscaping & Hardscaping! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us today!

Paver patio, retaining walls and columns
Patio walls and columns?
patio with pavers
Concrete steps and retaining wall
Concrete steps and retaining wall

+86

Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

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.

Well pumps need power to run, so they can’t function without electricity. If your power shuts off, there can sometimes be enough pressure in the water tank to allow for a lucky flush or a bit of tap water—but this won’t last long. It’s a good idea to have a backup generator or an alternative power source like solar if you’re worried about losing power.

That depends on your setup. If a circuit breaker already has GFCI protection, then everything connected to that specific circuit is being monitored. You don’t need additional GFCI outlets on that breaker.

However, if the breaker is not GFCI, then you should have GFCI receptacles for at-risk outlets nearby water sources, because they are not receiving protection. Breakers in a breaker box can vary between GFCI and non-GFCI. Look for GFCI labels on the breaker or try to find the breaker model number to look it up if you aren’t sure.

Single-pole light switches are the most common light switches on the market. Their simple features make them easy to install and use. For more powerful applications that require 30 or 40 amps, you may need to use a double-pole switch. Some homeowners may want multi-way switches like three-way or four-way switches to control a light fixture from opposing ends of the room.

Before you start doing anything else, you must call your electric company to confirm their process. It is technically their meter that you’re moving, so there’s really no such thing as free rein. Moving the meter generally involves disconnecting power from the utility company, disconnecting the cables that run into your electrical panel, and dismounting the meter assembly. Once uninstalled, a handyperson will remount and reconnect the wiring in its new location.

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