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Paul W Chace
4.9(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by Consumer+6 more

Serving Southborough, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was our first time hiring an electrician and it was a very positive experience. Paul was friendly, knowledgeable, timely, professional and very reasonable price wise. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. Definitely would recommend him for any of your electrical needs around the house."
Response time11 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Champion Electrical Services Inc
5.0(
59
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradePortable Generator - Repair+9 more

Serving Southborough, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I will recommend Champion Electrical Services to anyone interested in hiring competent, reliable and honest electricians. It starts with salesmen Jayron Diaz who submitted the job estimate to upgrade an electric panel to code. There was no surprise costs. Jayron was very professional and honest about the work. On the day of the service, Matt Wood and Sean arrived at the scheduled time as promised. Matt explained what they were going to do, how long it would take, and if I had any questions. Matt estimated the job would take approximately 6 hours. It actually only took 4 hours from start to finish and that included cleanup and minor repairs. I think Champion did an awesome job and I will call upon them for my next project."
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79 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ryan Cassidy
5.0(
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Electrical for Home Addition or Remodel - InstallOutdoor Lighting - Plan and InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+9 more

Serving Southborough, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would hire Ryan again in a second! His quality of work was excellent, he was reasonably priced, and he always responded promptly and did his best to work with my schedule while. I plan to recommend him to anyone in need of electrical work!"
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Garage Circuit Lighting/Receptacles
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+73

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Joseph Jackson
5.0(
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by ConsumerPortable Generator - Install

Serving Southborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Joseph did an excellent job installing my Tesla Wall Connector. He was on time, very professional, and completed the work quickly with great attention to detail. The installation looks clean and works perfectly. He also took the time to explain everything and made sure it was tested before leaving. I’m very satisfied with the service and highly recommend him for any electrical work."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Champion Electrical Services Inc
5.0(
56
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - InstallPortable Generator - Install+3 more

Serving Southborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Champion Electrical Services, we believe homeowners deserve better. No more no-shows, rushed work, or upsells you don't need. We built this company to do things right - with respect, craftsmanship, and pride. Every project is treated like it's being done in our own home: clean, code-compliant, and built to last. Whether you need a panel upgrade, EV charger, generator, or quick repair, we show up when it counts and earn your trust every time. \nLicensed, insured, and proudly serving MA & RI. \nWhen the lights go out, don't call just anyone. Call the Champ.\n\n(774) 331-3500 \nCalltheChamp.com \[email protected]

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Generac Generator

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64 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chamberlain Electric
4.6(
55
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+1 more

Serving Southborough, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Peter did a fantastic job. He installed two new outlets in our unfinished basement. Peter is courteous and professional. You can tell he truly cares about the end user based on the quality of his work. I highly recommend Peter. He is fast, reliable, and willing to work with you on your project. I will be using him again for my next electrical project. Thanks, Peter!"
Response time4 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Switching the hot and neutral wires in an outlet or receptacle, a condition known as reverse polarity, is dangerous. While the outlet will still function and provide power, it creates a significant electrical shock hazard because anything plugged into it will remain electrified even when switched off. If you touch a conductive part of the appliance, such as the metal components of a toaster, you could receive an electric shock.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

When converting a standard 120-volt outlet to a 240-volt outlet, the only components you can typically reuse are the existing electrical box and the hole in the wall. Everything else—including the wiring, breaker, and receptacle—should be replaced to ensure both safety and efficiency. Appliances designed for 240 volts have different plug configurations that won’t fit into a standard 120-volt outlet, making it necessary to install a compatible 240-volt receptacle. This design helps prevent overloading or underloading the power available to any one outlet or circuit.

Full home electrical inspections are mandatory if you’re buying a new home, but if you’re just looking for a safety checkup, you have some flexibility. If you don’t have any concerns and your property is relatively new, a basic inspection is usually sufficient. If it’s been a long time since your home was last inspected, or it’s an older home, a full home inspection can help catch any concerns that may fly under the radar.

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.

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