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Avatar for Southern Communications and Electrical Company, LLC
Southern Communications and Electrical Company, LLC
4.8(
162
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Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott was the epitome of professionalism. He was courteous; he was knowledgeable and he was prompt. His customer service skills were impeccable. Going forward, I have placed Southern Communications and Electrical Company on speed dial. Absolutely Awesome!!!"
Soffit lighting
Custom pendant lighting
Hotel Coaxial wiring project
Attic illumination
Phone and Internet

+42

Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
B Powered Electric
4.7(
26
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Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Getting a whole house generator is a huge investment so I shopped around and got 4 quotes because of the wide range of cost estimates. Other people said the cost "would be around" an amount, and Brandon gave me a detailed exact price. Had people tell me different things about where I could put the generator. Brandon came out and explained everything and said I could put the generator where I wanted it. His crews (electrical, gas) were professional, appeared to know exactly what they were doing, worked efficiently, and left the job site very clean. Brandon provided everything I wanted--he has a long track record of installing generators, has been in business for many years, offered a 10 yr warranty, offers an annual check-up plan, and made sure I was happy with everything."
Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Power Cross
4.8(
83
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Serving Westwego, 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
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Jerome Stampley
4.7(
33
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Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"negotiated price over the phone, after looking at job I was told the price was labor only and that the wire and electrical boxes were not included. In the end we agreed to complete the project using our original agreed upon price. The job was done correctly. The job was done timely. Extra work was done that was not in the original scope for another agreed upon price and it was done correctly also."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Beason Electrical, LLC
4.4(
8
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Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Beason Electrical installed two ceiling fans, one inside the house and the other one on the patio. The work was organized and completed in a timely manner. I will definitely use this electrical contractor again. Don t hesitate to give Beason Electrical a try. You will be glad. What you get is quality service, quality workmanship, and quality customer service."
Finished kitchen with LED can lights
Panel
Living/kitchen
Kitchen
Gymnasium LED Retrofit

+3

Response time50 mins
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
United Lightning Rods
4.9(
63
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Serving Westwego, 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 rate85%
72 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

You will need a permit for any electrical work that involves installing or replacing wiring, moving or installing new fixtures, switches, or outlets, hardwiring appliances or HVAC equipment, installing subpanels, and upgrading electrical service. You typically don’t need a permit to have an electrician replace an existing light fixture or electrical box. You can always call your local building department to see if your project needs a permit, but a professional electrician will be able to tell you. In most cases, your professional will pull the permits for you.

There are several reasons why an electrical outlet would suddenly stop working, including:

  • Broken parts in the outlet

  • Outlet burnout

  • Circuit breaker tripped

  • Damaged circuit breaker

  • GFCI outlet tripped

  • Damaged or loose wires

  • Failed connectors

  • Appliance failure

Wiring or installing a light the wrong way can lead to potentially dangerous scenarios, including shock and even electrical fires. If you’re the least bit uncertain whether you’ve wired something correctly, the best and safest approach is to call in a professional electrician to handle the installation for you.

Yes, but our analogy with the water hose doesn’t really work here. You see, electrical flow isn’t constant: It ebbs and flows like waves, coming in pulses of power. Hertz measures the rate of change in the flow of electricity, or how often it ebbs and flows. For example, 60Hz means that the electrons pulse through wiring 60 times per second. When they are pulsing, they’re in a brief retreat. Almost all United States equipment is rated for 60Hz.

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.

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