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Pete's Electric, LLC
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+3 more

Serving Port Vincent, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

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Small jobs welcome

"Pete did an excellent job of diagnosing my electrical problem and offering a solution. He explained the issue where I could understand what was going on. I would highly recommend his company. They showed up on time and even gave me a reminder call that they were on their way. Great customer service."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate89%
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Mr. Electric of Baton Rouge
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeFixed Generator - Install+9 more

Serving Port Vincent, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I will hire this contractor ( Mr. Quincey) for any and all my electric needs. They were on time, courteous, very professional and very knowledgeable. I'm very satisfied. The price was reasonably on the average and the main thing. They get the job done."
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ELEMENT ELECTRIC AND LIGHTING LLC
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair+7 more

Serving Port Vincent, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kyle did an amazing job on our home! We needed lighting installed in the bonus room of our house. He was quick to give us a quote and scheduled and completed the work efficiently. He also helped with the placement of our lighting. He was extremely professional and easy to work with. Our lighting looks great! I highly recommend!"
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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AccuTemp Services, LLC
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Port Vincent, LA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Shaja arrived on time/early, and performed the annual furnace check before winter. All electrical components and some minor cleaning performed. It’s not as involved as the spring check with the AC/compressor, but I appreciate how AccuTemp keeps my unit in tip-top shape. Shaja was very professional and explained everything she would be doing beforehand and gave her finings to me afterwards. Some minor ductwork to be repaired or replaced at some point. I also appreciate AccuTemp being able to accommodate around my work schedule with either an AM or PM slot. They used to not offer such, and now I don’t have to take an entire day off work to meet them. I hope to see Shaja on my next cleaning in the spring, as I really like how thorough she is and the time she takes explaining everything. A price wasn’t posted for the service since I’m enrolled under AccuTemp’s Gold Service Plan which includes seasonal inspections."
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

While the National Electrical Code (NEC) does not set a strict limit, a common guideline is to have a maximum of eight outlets or receptacles on a 15-amp circuit. This rule of thumb, which equates to about one outlet per 1.5 amps, helps keep the total electrical load safely below 80% of the circuit breaker's capacity. It is important to consider the power demands of any devices or appliances that will be plugged in, as overloading a circuit can lead to tripped breakers or create a fire hazard. To ensure the safety and code compliance of your electrical system, consult with a licensed electrician.

The easiest way to determine the amperage of your electrical outlets is to check the corresponding breaker in your home’s breaker panel. The number is likely noted on the circuit breaker. If that fails, it’s possible to tell 15-amp and 20-amp outlets apart by looking at them. Fifteen-amp outlets have two vertical holes, while 20-amp outlets have one vertical hole and one T-shaped hole. 

Compared to amps, volts, and watts, ohms are a different kind of measurement, though also very common. Ohms show the resistance of materials like wiring: How much they impede the flow of electrons. The reason household wiring is usually copper or aluminum is that these materials are affordable and also have lower ohms, which means low resistance/high conductivity.

The best place to put an electrical outlet depends on your needs. A good rule of thumb is to install outlets every 6 feet in large rooms. Hallways over 10 feet long need one electrical outlet minimum. 

If you find yourself needing extra plug-ins for all of your gadgets, you may want to increase the number of electrical outlets in your room. When adding outlets, keep in mind that older homes could have outdated electrical panels. In these cases, you may need a pro to upgrade you from 100-amp to 200-amp service before increasing the power load.

Yes, a whole-house surge protector needs a designated breaker in your electrical panel. You will need to choose a double pole breaker that has two wire terminals so that your surge protector can connect to the breaker. This breaker needs two breaker slots inside of your panel. If you do not have room, then you will either need to adjust some of the existing breakers in the panel box or hire an electrician to install a subpanel.

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