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B Powered Electric
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+14 more

Serving Vacherie, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They're wonderful to work with. Professional, honest, reasonable, problem-solvers, and just overall great folks. They are so so knowledgeable. They also did electrical for my HVAC many years ago. They're awesome."
Response time1 day
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Corrigan, LLC
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Vacherie, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1954

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John Corrigan and his sons are outstanding! They did outstanding work installing our lighting rods at a reasonable price. They were prompt, very professional and honest. I would call them again and recommend them to anyone."
Shingle roof air terminal
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Residential Spanish tile
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+23

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Optimize Generator People
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair+4 more

Serving Vacherie, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matthew Newman owns the business and we are just delighted with them. It was expensive. We dealt mostly with Matthew and his head installer. They were very prompt. Matthew came and explained the whole process. We talked to a lot of people and we chose him. He explained all our options and he worked very hard with us to get financing done and when they started the job they were here early every morning. They would usually work until two or three in the afternoon when it starts getting really hot. It took them a week and a half to get the system up. It's 64 panels, it's a huge system. As far as the end results, right now I have a $133 credit for electricity! If we have to expand the system I will definitely be calling them."
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Response time1 day
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10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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4LP, LLC
3.9(
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Vacherie, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Very professional Sales and installation staff. No pressure sales here. They did not try to oversell product that were not necessary for our situation. The installation crew worked quick. The install was neat and professional."
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

In most cases, line wires are located at the bottom of a panel or device, while load wires are located at the top. Line wires are generally black, while load wires are typically red or black. To tell for sure, you can use a multimeter or volt pen to test the wire. A live or line wire will always carry a charge, while a load wire will only carry a charge when it’s in use.

Electrical fixes are best handled by a licensed electrician, but it’s possible to release a wire connection on your own. Be sure to always turn off the power to the outlet at the circuit breaker before beginning your project to avoid electric shock. Carefully insert the tip of a flat screwdriver into the rectangular hole beneath the wire. Hold the outlet in the palm of your other hand. Pull out the wire as you apply pressure with the screwdriver.

Before you start doing anything else, you must call your electric company to confirm their process. It is technically their meter that you’re moving, so there’s really no such thing as free rein. Moving the meter generally involves disconnecting power from the utility company, disconnecting the cables that run into your electrical panel, and dismounting the meter assembly. Once uninstalled, a handyperson will remount and reconnect the wiring in its new location.

In the United States, home outlets support a standard 15 amps, but you can upgrade per outlet if necessary. Most single-family residential homes have a maximum overall amp rating, usually 100 to 200 amps. Very old houses may have less than 100 amps, but that’s rare. Large homes often come with amp services above 200 amps to support modern lifestyles.

Services by electricians can quickly get expensive, but there are a few ways you can save money in the process:

  • Bundle multiple jobs done at the same time to save on trip fees or flat fees for individual projects.

  • Get at least three quotes for service to find the best deal.

  • Buy fixtures, switches, outlets, and other materials beforehand to avoid product markup.

  • If you feel comfortable with it, have an apprentice or journeyman complete the work under the supervision of a master electrician. These electricians in training tend to charge less per project.

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