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Steadfast Electric, LLC
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install+17 more

Serving Merrydale, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steadfast Electric was great! No 2 week lead time. Brian answered right away and text me throughout the week to be sure to fit in my project. Paul arrived during the time frame and was quick and efficient. Also friendly and knowledgeable. Invoicing came via email which I could pay over my phone via Apple Pay making the process even quicker and easier. Price was just right! I'd recommend to anyone looking for an electrician"
Response time3 days
Response rate100%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Power Cross
4.8(
83
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Merrydale, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"On time, professional and knowledgable. Could have sold me a top of the line battery but explained to me why a middle of the line for $100 less would be just as good. Keegan will be doing all my generator maintenance from now on. I highly recommend Keegan and Power Cross."
Portable fixed
Marine water cool generator
20 15kw home standby generator
Commercial unit
Marine engines

+10

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
United Lightning Rods
4.9(
64
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Merrydale, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1941

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ed Riley is extremely knowledgeable about what causes lighting and how to protect from it. He explained to me which and how structures develop static electricity that lead to lighting discharges in a way that the physics made sense to me. They were also reasonably priced and kept their word. Definitely recommend them."
Response time2 days
Response rate99%
84 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Burnt outlets can be caused by things such as faulty wiring, loose connections, or a circuit overload—and yes, they are extremely dangerous. If you notice your outlet is hot or has burn marks, you should shut off the power to it from the circuit breaker and immediately call an electrician.

It’s not a good idea to mix LED and incandescent Christmas lights if you can avoid it. LEDs and incandescents can have significantly different electrical current needs. This difference can lead to a higher risk of problems and failure for both light strands. When possible, switch all your lights over to one kind or the other for the best results. Do not connect the different types of light strings to each other, and avoid linking them to the same circuit. 

Three-way switches work in pairs, allowing an operator to control a single light or series of lights from two separate switch locations. Most often, a three-way switch controls a light or light series in a single room.

How far you can run underground electric depends on the wire gauge (generally AWG) and the circuit voltage. Too much voltage drop in an electrical circuit can negatively affect performance, so the smaller the voltage drop, the better. Ideally, it shouldn't exceed 3%. The smaller the wire and the longer the run, the more significant the voltage drop. 

For example, with a 120-volt circuit, you can run 60 feet of 12 AWG cable without losing more than 3% voltage. With a 240-volt circuit, you can run 120 feet of 12 AWG wire while maintaining a voltage drop of 3% or less.

At a minimum, you need an electrician to inspect the house wiring after a fire. The electrician will need to replace damaged or melted wires. If the electrical wiring is old, about 25 years or more, you should rewire the house after a fire. Old wiring can increase the risk of another fire, so replacing the wires is the safest option.

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