Top-rated electricians.

Get matched with top electricians in Columbia, LA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your electrical service project in Columbia, LA?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Find Electricians in Columbia

Avatar for GroundUp Solar & Electrical LLC
GroundUp Solar & Electrical LLC
5.0(
5
)

Serving Columbia, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Groundup Solar and Electrical is a top notch company. From office staff to sales to installation and then to using and understanding our solar system, these guys were easy to work with and very knowledgeable. The product itself is high quality and the most recent technology out there. Financing and tax credits were a breeze. I feel confident in recommending Groundup Solar and Electrical for your project"
Solar Installation
Solar Installation
Solar Installation
Solar Installation
Solar Installation

+12

Response time3 days
Response rate95%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Neli Virtual Appliance Repair
Neli Virtual Appliance Repair
4.2(
651
)

Serving Columbia, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The problem turned out to be a burned out small electric door switch. I believe the price was way too expensive for the service performed and the price of the door switch. What more can I say? It got done."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+2

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Tri-State Water, Power & Air
Tri-State Water, Power & Air
4.4(
5
)

Serving Columbia, LA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are the experts in the field of Whole Home Generator Sales and Installation, with over 20 years of experience in the game. We provide turn-key installation by licensed professionals - 24 hour emergency service - Remote Monitoring - Long term maintenance and service by factory trained technicians.

Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+2

139 neighbors recently requested a quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 102
Electrical questions, answered by experts

If the electrical wires you’re working with are too short, one of the easiest ways to elongate it is to extend them with a push-in connector. These user-friendly tools help you splice two wires together with little fuss or the need for extra tools, like a crimping tool, which is an older way of extending wires. As long as you can stripe the ends of a wire, using a push-in connector shouldn’t be an issue.

Many wire nuts can accommodate three wires of various gauges; you should check the packaging of the nut to confirm you are buying the correct size. In addition, there are screw terminals that accommodate various numbers of wires; these might also be called “terminal blocks,” and exist to connect multiple wires. 

No, wiring does not need to be redone to get a dimmer switch, as they work with single-pole and three-way switches. Just ensure you choose a dimmer that is compatible with your wiring, fixture, and lightbulbs. Most homes built after 1985 have neutral wiring and work with almost all dimmers. If your home was built before 1985 and you don’t have an updated electrical system, you may have to use a non-neutral wiring dimmer.

You should never unplug or touch a buzzing outlet. If there are appliances plugged in that are causing the buzzing, wait until the appliance is turned off (or turn it off yourself) and then unplug it from the outlet. Test the outlet by plugging in something that won’t use much power—a small lamp works well. If the outlet still buzzes, have a pro investigate why.

Single-pole switches are simple circuits designed for lower voltages. As such, they don’t require the complex wiring of switches that need to supply power to larger devices and appliances. This is why single-pole switches commonly go in bathrooms, closets, and other small rooms that power a low-watt light fixture. One wire creates the circuit from the power supply, the other goes to the fixture, and the final wire provides safety mechanisms through grounding.

The Columbia, LA homeowners’ guide to electrical services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.