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Q: Do you wire the switch or outlet first?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: Can I run a refrigerator on a 15-amp circuit?

• <div><p>You can run a small or basic standard-size refrigerator on a 15-amp circuit. But you should plug a modern, standard-size refrigerator into a 20-amp dedicated circuit. The refrigerator needs to be on a dedicated circuit, meaning it is the only appliance and outlet on that circuit breaker. This method prevents tripping the breaker and reduces the chance of an <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/5-ways-prevent-electrical-fires.htm">electrical fire</a>. </p></div>

Q: How can you tell if a light bulb is LED or incandescent?

• <div><p>Most LED bulbs have a plastic covering, while incandescent bulbs will be made from glass. This is because LED bulbs don&rsquo;t produce as much heat as incandescent bulbs, so the covering doesn&rsquo;t need to be as heat resistant. Also, an LED light bulb will usually have a marking on its base that identifies it as an LED.</p></div>

Q: What gauge wire for indoor outlets?

• <div><p>The most common gauge for indoor outlets around your home is 12- and 14-gauge wires. But if you&rsquo;re working with larger appliances like ovens, washing machines, or dryers (all of which require more amplitude), you might find 10-, eight-, or six-gauge wires to help support those hefty appliances.</p></div>

Q: Should I use 12- or 14-gauge wire for a house?

• <div><p>Choosing between 12- or 14-gauge wire for your house depends on the electrical requirements of the circuit. A 12-gauge wire is thicker and can handle more power, making it better suited for devices such as kitchen appliances, air conditioning units, or electric heaters.</p><p>A 14-gauge wire is thinner and can handle less electrical current than a 12-gauge wire. It's ideal for circuits with lower power requirements, such as lighting or general-purpose outlets in bedrooms or living rooms.</p></div>

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Ron was excellent to work with! He refinished our yellow/ orange hardwood floors and made them into the most beautiful medium wood. He also laid new hardwood and laced in new hardwood in carpeted areas and did so seamlessly. He put stair runners on our stairs as well. Great communication and...
RON'S FLOORS LLC
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Reviewed in February 2024
Manuel, Luis, and Rob did a great job and made sure we were 100% happy with everything.
Expo Home Improvement
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EGB general Maintenance sent a knowledgeable installer, friendly and professional. Came to job prepared with all tools and materials.
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Reviewed in April 2023
Very professional and easy to work with!
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Reviewed in April 2022
Robert was very professional and seemed very knowledgeable. I'd hire him again if I needed another inspection.
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Reviewed in April 2022
Very easy to work with and does some extra changes to me with no extra work, very professional.
Reign Excavation And Environmental Services, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2021
They did very good service, no complaints about the service, they do things that they were supposed to do, it was perfect.
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The owner is very friendly and has the best prices! They do a very good job! Highly recommend this business to anyone!
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My attic was lacking in insulation and my crawl space was a mess. Reed’s worked and fixed both. Workers were wonderful and polite to answer all my questions I am so thankful for the fact that they came and helped me. I really don’t know what I would have done without their help. I...
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RS Lightning Protection

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Serving Belfry, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I estimate I have just under $100k in electronics and appliances in my house. We have significant lightning storms in my location. To NOT have lightning suppression installed is significant risk in my mind based on my location in New Jersey. RS LIGHTNING PROTECTION was responsive with a quick cost estimate and a reasonable price based on my research for installation. By the way...installation is part art, such as bends in cable are not more than 90 degrees. It's not just about running grounded cables. This installation in conjunction with surge protection on my electrical panel performed by my electrician and cable protection gives me significant piece of mind that all my appliances and electronics are protected from lightning and any potential surge generated by a near strike. Mr Richard Sherlock knows his subject. Highly recommended. Five stars."

+12

Response time3 days

11 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by95%of homeowners

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Mid America Lightning Protection

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Serving Belfry, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There were additional expenses due to damage repair from a lightning strike."

+70

Response time6 hrs

Response rate94%

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods

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Serving Belfry, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1964

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very professional, polite, and great to work with. A true Gentlemen who wants his customers to be happy!"

Front of home,system is barely noticeable

Response time1 day

31 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Belfry, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"WB Lightning is focused on customer service. The company provided good communication and responded very quickly to my inquiry for a quote. WB Lightning is a respected company, I had another electrical service provider tell me I made a good choice when I hired WB Lightning Rods."

+79

Response time1 day

63 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by98%of homeowners

Serving Belfry, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very prompt response, but I did not require their services."

Response time3 hrs

Response rate99%

5 neighbors recently requested a quote

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bond your Elec

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Serving Belfry, KY and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

We and/or I depending on job scale. Try our best any given day work for the customers, you will get a devoted employee when we are on your time and property and have the knowledge and tools to to any job we take on. If any deviation from initial quote or scope of work You the customer will informed and part of the process to fix such event. We will take all protocol into work preformed and the outcome is always a happy customer..

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Renewable Engineered Systems

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Serving Belfry, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Well we were going to do a ground mount using re-purposed
metal, but there was not enough of it. So Renewable Engineered Systems designed
a system for the roof of the house. We Worked with Brian Brown who helped us
decide what to use. The solar panel
system is very neat. Get to watch my power everyday.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

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First Response Electrical

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Serving Belfry, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Excellent service. Great company honest and hardworking."

Response time3 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Belfry, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Emergency services offered

"He was very organized and he knew what he was doing. He was very clean and very honest"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Belfry, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Prompt, professional attention. You can t go wrong with Blackburn Electric!!"

Response time8 hrs

Response rate94%

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

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.

You can run a small or basic standard-size refrigerator on a 15-amp circuit. But you should plug a modern, standard-size refrigerator into a 20-amp dedicated circuit. The refrigerator needs to be on a dedicated circuit, meaning it is the only appliance and outlet on that circuit breaker. This method prevents tripping the breaker and reduces the chance of an electrical fire.

Most LED bulbs have a plastic covering, while incandescent bulbs will be made from glass. This is because LED bulbs don’t produce as much heat as incandescent bulbs, so the covering doesn’t need to be as heat resistant. Also, an LED light bulb will usually have a marking on its base that identifies it as an LED.

The most common gauge for indoor outlets around your home is 12- and 14-gauge wires. But if you’re working with larger appliances like ovens, washing machines, or dryers (all of which require more amplitude), you might find 10-, eight-, or six-gauge wires to help support those hefty appliances.

Choosing between 12- or 14-gauge wire for your house depends on the electrical requirements of the circuit. A 12-gauge wire is thicker and can handle more power, making it better suited for devices such as kitchen appliances, air conditioning units, or electric heaters.

A 14-gauge wire is thinner and can handle less electrical current than a 12-gauge wire. It's ideal for circuits with lower power requirements, such as lighting or general-purpose outlets in bedrooms or living rooms.

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