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Electrical Experts
4.6(
97
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Serving New Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1955

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They did a great job fixing an electrical outlet and replacing a wall heater with a new one. I would recommend them to my friends"
bathroom lighting
burned outlet/over heated
bedroom lighting
lighting
equipment

+20

Response time12 hrs
154 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Paul R. Bachand Electric
5.0(
14
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Serving New Salem, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Paul showed up in a timely fashion, fixed my electrical service that was damaged by a storm and had the power back on."
Remodel/ gut for space above garage for a raised ranch home
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+28

18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Paciorek Electric Inc
4.7(
30
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Serving New Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"We couldn't have asked for prompter, more courteous, or more expert service. Chris correctly diagnosed and solved all our problems. He wasted no time, charged what we thought was a very fair price, and left us wishing all our experiences with service providers could go this smoothly. Next time we have an electric issue we'll definitely call Paciorek."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Frank Wdowiak- Master Electrician
4.7(
275
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Serving New Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Examined and assessed electrical adaptor, and wiring. and made suggestions for future needs. The very BEST Master Electrician."
3 of 12 service panels.
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Clyde Epps Electric
5.0(
25
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Serving New Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Clyde is a pleasure to work with. The cost was surprisingly affordable. I will look no further than Clyde Epps for any future electrical needs."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by8%of homeowners
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Alan Burlachenko Electrician
5.0(
14
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Serving New Salem, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He arrived on time. Knew what he was doing and microwave was replaced. Also checked electrical panel and made safety suggestions ,"
Panel Upgrade
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Spartan Electric, Inc.
5.0(
11
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Serving New Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Justin, is honest, reliable, hard working and gets the job done right with reasonable rates. Would recommend him to anyone, heâ s done work at my residence and commercial property."
Remodel
Remodel
Remodel
Remodel
Remodel

+10

Response time30 mins
Response rate91%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Thomas A. Jennette Electric
4.5(
10
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Serving New Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It was an excellent experience. The individual was polite, friendly and on time.He did a great job and cleaned up. I would absolutely use him again and recommend him without reservation."
Bathroom remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Sub-panel move
Main Service Drop
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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T K Lyden Electric & Generator, Inc.
3.9(
114
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Serving New Salem, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company was fantastic in my home. Respectful, courteous, kept me up to date with any updates or asking questions. Work quality is top tier. You couldn't ask for a better company than T.K. Lyden. Highly recommend to anyone looking to have any electrical work or updates in their home."
Your standard 10 circuit
Generac Whole House 20kW
Mike and Will with a new 20kW
Generac 20kW
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+45

41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Danny's Electrical Services LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving New Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luis did a great job upgrading our smoke and fire detection system. He was knowledgeable and professional. He kept his work area neat and removed all trash at the end of the job. I feel his price was reasonable and would hire him again."
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

A piggyback circuit breaker, also known as a tandem or double-stuff breaker, combines two separate circuits into a single slot in a breaker panel. This design allows adding more circuits without a larger panel, making it a space-saving solution. Each breaker in the piggyback unit operates independently, protecting two circuits in one standard breaker slot. This is especially useful in older panels with limited space for additional breakers.

Choosing between 12- or 14-gauge wire for your house depends on the electrical requirements of the circuit. A 12-gauge wire is thicker and can handle more power, making it better suited for devices such as kitchen appliances, air conditioning units, or electric heaters.

A 14-gauge wire is thinner and can handle less electrical current than a 12-gauge wire. It's ideal for circuits with lower power requirements, such as lighting or general-purpose outlets in bedrooms or living rooms.

No. Blue wires and black wires are different. Even though both are used as hot wires, they serve different functions. Black wires are far more common in residential properties. They are always hot, can be positive or negative, and usually carry electricity from a power source to an outlet. Blue wires have a specialized usage in residential properties, generally as traveler wires, and are more common in commercial properties.

You should never wire neutral and ground wires together at a light switch. Not only is it unsafe, but it’s also incorrect. The neutral and ground wires perform separate functions in an electrical circuit and should never be swapped or wired together at a light switch, light, or outlet. 

A 3-prong, 15-amp, 120-volt outlet is standard in the U.S. These have two vertical slots and a U-shaped grounding hole, which suits most home electronics, from televisions to microwaves. Three-pronged outlets are safer than 2-pronged ones, as the third wire, known as the grounding wire, helps prevent shocks and electrical fires.

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