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Stiffler's Electric Service
4.8(
102
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+10 more

Serving Arlington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Stiffler has done many projects for us over the years. He was so good that when we sold our home and purchased another one we asked him to continue as our electric professional. Knowledgeable, timely, and good pricing."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Clinton Electric Company, Inc.
3.9(
172
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+10 more

Serving Arlington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Eric was the person who did the work in my house. He was extremely thorough and explained the job and pricing up front for my current and future projects. Needless to say I will be using Clinton Electric for all of my electrical needs. I could not be more satisfied great company"
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 Generac Automatic Standby Generator
Dusk to Dawn Spotlights
 Electrical Panel
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+7

Response time2 hrs
133 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Express Appliance Svc & Repair, Installation, HVAC
5.0(
103
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Arlington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It was unbelievable! The lights on my dishwasher were flashing, but the dishwasher wouldn’t close and it wouldn’t go on. I explained this to Mr. Evans and he told me to pull out the bottom rack And Check to make sure it was correct. I pulled it out and rearranged the dishes. It was unusually full. After doing this, It worked fine! So I don’t need service, At least for now. But when I do, I will definitely call express appliance! By the way, he was going to come out today if I needed his help! So nice to find such an honest and helpful Appliance repair man!!!"
Appliance Repair Project
Appliance Repair Project
Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Yes, you must use an extension cord specifically rated for outdoor use to power outdoor lights, such as Christmas lights. Extension cords intended for indoor use lack the protective properties to withstand exposure to outdoor elements. To safely hang and power lights outside your house or in your yard, always connect them to an outdoor power source using an outdoor-rated extension cord.

Yes, you can connect two extra outlets (or more) to one outlet if the total load on the circuit allows for it. If you have a 15-amp circuit, electrical code allows up to eight outlets or light switches. But if you’re dealing with outlets in the kitchen and bathroom, you may not be able to have as many. Kitchen and bathroom appliances often need higher amperage. You can also change a single outlet to a double outlet by cutting a larger hole in the drywall and replacing the outlet with a quad receptacle.

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.

The average cost to hire an electrician is around $350. However, every electrical job varies in scope, materials, and labor involved, so while you will likely pay anywhere between $85 and $1,100 for standard jobs, a project like rewiring a house can cost up to $30,000. You might also pay slightly higher prices if you need emergency work done or if the work involves accessing a hard-to-reach area in your home, like an attic or cramped crawlspace. You should ask your electrician for an estimate before agreeing to the work.

Most new homes have coax outlets in every room. A home can require anywhere from one to five outlets based on how many rooms require internet, cable, or satellite access. If you want to mount your TV on a wall as part of a home renovation, consider installing a new outlet to avoid the need for a splitter or long cable that could slow down speeds.

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