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Shea's Electric LLC
5.0(
15
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Outdoor Lighting - RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For Business+1 more

Serving Breaux Bridge, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Shae, contacted ne quickly and made an appointment for early the next morning. He came the following morning and completed the work very efficiently and properly. I would highly recommend him!"
Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Laviolette Electric
5.0(
4
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Breaux Bridge, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for electrical work, this company was very professional . We moved a panel from one room, added a few receptacles, and added a fan to the new room. Him and the other guys he came with were very respectful and efficient. We couldnâ t be more satisfied with the work that was done."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Corrigan, LLC
4.8(
25
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Breaux Bridge, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1954

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very happy with the explanation of what would be done and then how it was done. They were prompt, courtesy and completed with work in just a few hours."
Shingle roof air terminal
Residential 1
Residential Spanish tile
Horse stable
Residential 2

+23

Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Optimize EGS
4.9(
29
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Breaux Bridge, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The evaluation to determine generator size was excellent. Very detailed by a very knowledgeable gentleman. Answered all my questions and further advised those things I should want to follow on installing my generator. Optimize were right on schedule the stated day of installation. Excellent young crew, very knowledgeable and worked together very well. They were able to install the generator and electrical, had to wait on trenching the gas line as to wet and muddy in my back yard. Follow the end of the week, once things dried up they trenched and laid the gas line and test rain the generator. Optimize applied for all permits, a complete turn-key job done excellent. I would highly recommend these guys for any of your generator needs!"
GENERAC Liquid Cooled Gen
30kW Liq Cooled Generator
Plaquemine LA - 22 kW
GENERAC Air Installations
GENERAC Air Installations

+16

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Black is the standard color for hot wires, which transfer electricity to your outlets and switches. Red wires are also hot wires. White (and sometimes gray) wires are considered neutral, delivering power back to the panel. Finally, green wires, which are sometimes bare copper, are ground wires, used to ground an electrical circuit and prevent electrocution.

Yes—if a breaker is old or damaged, it might not be able to detect power surges or electrical overload. If that happens, the breaker won’t trip. Instead, it will begin to overheat, putting your electrical system at risk of fire or total electrical failure. Circuit breakers don’t last forever, so you can proactively replace old or damaged breakers before they stop working.

When shopping for a multimeter to handle this job, make sure you purchase one that is able to test for capacitance. While most multimeters offer this function, some do not. You shouldn’t have to spend a lot of money to find the right multimeter. There are models that can perform this test that cost as little as $10.

A circuit breaker flipping off when it detects an overloaded circuit isn’t a problem, but flipping the switch frequently can damage it and eventually cause an electrical hazard. If you’re going on a long vacation or leaving your home for the season, you should avoid turning off your circuit breaker to prevent electrical damage to your system.

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.

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