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Avatar for S & S Electric LLC
S & S Electric LLC
4.8(
125
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Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I was able to schedule an inspection and confirm an appointment within 24 hours which was a lifesaver. I was going to purchase this home but the last thing I wanted to verify was the electrical. I was not able to attend in-person so they walked me through the inspection on the phone after. They found the external wire was not grounded and there were a lot of flags found inside the breaker. Saved me from making a major mistake and I am grateful . The property later received a stop work notice from the county."
One of our service vans ready to take care of all your electrical needs.
We can even take care of your projects no matter how high.
Replacing a light on a pole at a medical office building.
This generator was installed on the side of a house.  The window had to be replaced to allow for the generator to be placed in this location.  The window was made to not open per code.
We installed this 14kW generator to power the whole house.  We used load shed modules to be able to save the customer money by using a smaller generator than would have been needed if we didn't use the load shed modules.

+10

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Chesapeake Electric
4.7(
75
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Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Very smooth, easy scheduling with Ryan. He explained what materials I should order beforehand and the team supplied LED dimmers. 2-man team arrived on time, were courteous, efficient, and did excellent work. I will be calling Ryan for any other electrical jobs we have in the future!"
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+5

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Vital Electric
5.0(
42
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Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a fantastic experience working with Ludwing from Vital Electric. He showed up right on time, which I really appreciated. From start to finish, his communication was clear and professional, keeping me informed at every step. I was also impressed by how neat and organized he kept his tools and truck—it’s a small detail that really reflects the pride he takes in his work. What stood out the most was Ludwing’s persistence in troubleshooting a tricky issue. He didn’t give up until everything was working perfectly. The price was very reasonable for the quality of service provided. I’d absolutely recommend Ludwing and Vital Electric to anyone looking for reliable, honest, and skilled electrical work."
Natural history museum
Island light
Island light
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+8

Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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RaLo Enterprise LLC
4.7(
209
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Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very pleased with the work done! I saved $$ by not having to buy another light fixture! The electrician's expertise, efficiency and advice is greatly appreciated! I will definitely reach out again for my next electrical project!"
Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Kolb Electric Inc
4.2(
222
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Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1925

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very responsive, extremely knowledgeable, excellent problem solvers. They kind of really solved the mystery of why the generator didn't work that had to do with the electric."
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AMEW Electrical Services
4.8(
86
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Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kenneth and Juwan from AMEW electrical did a fantastic job installing a NEMA 14-50 Wall Connector for my Tesla. They were quick to respond, had great communication prior to the visit, were early and had one of the better prices for the project involved. Along with being one of the top rated on the Tesla website for electricians in the area. During the visit, Kenneth explained to me what was going on, even when I was quiet, he would ask me if I had any questions what he was doing. Even curious electrical questions I had like how do you know where to move around as to not get electrocuted or if you're drilling a hole, making sure you know not do hit a wire. He was great in answering any question I had. Both were super personable during my interactions with them. I was able to charge the Tesla immediately after they completed the work. They even cleaned up all the dust and debris from the installation. 5 out of 5 will definitely hire them again and use them for any electrical work I need to do around the house. I can't recommend them enough."
Traditional kitchen with medium stained wood cabinetry, light granite countertop, and black kitchen appliances
Existing chandelier
Existing chandelier
Traditional kitchen with granite countertop, tile backsplash, and medium stained wood cabinetry
15 light chandelier

+71

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Hands on Electric
5.0(
11
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Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On June 10, I had a company to install security equipment in my home. In doing so, the installer drilled through a wire and I did not have electricity in several outlets due to the damage. Since the company did not have an electrician on staff and was unable to refer me to anyone, I turned to Angie’s List for help in finding someone to correct the problem. I called Hands on Electric on June 11 and spoke to the owner, Kevin Williams. I explained my problem to Mr. Williams and he gave me a window of time in which he would be able to come out. Not only was he able to come out the same day that I called, but Mr. Williams was able to come much earlier than expected. Once he arrived he was able to trouble shoot and diagnose the problem. Mr. Williams was very, very friendly, professional and honest. He was able to answer my husband’s questions and explained what he was doing as he made the repairs. My husband was very happy about that and we were both impressed by the years of experience Mr. Williams had for his age. I have been looking for an electrician for a while now and have decided that I will be using Hands on Electric for all of my future projects. I was very pleased with the work that was done by Mr. Williams and will recommend him to my friends and family when they need of electrical services."
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+6

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J A Electric LLC.
4.8(
39
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Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, JA Electric arrived at the schedule time, kept me informed of progress during the project, cleaned up area, personally walked me through the finish job, and tested each outlet and GFI. I am very satisfied with the job and with JA Electric services"
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+25

Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Powerworks LLC
4.7(
54
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Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Powerworks, LLC first, I had my electrical panel replaced that needed to be updated to code. Powerworks was my 5th quote. I was looking for the lowest price technically acceptable. The technicians were on time, courteous, and friendly. I had many questions and the technicians took the pleasure in answering every question politely. As the job begin, I was kept informed of the next steps including when the inspection would be completed to receive my permit. The company worked as a team and did an exceptional job!!! I'm pleased and recommend this company for your electrical needs. Ms. Nelson"
22KW generator
200amp Panel upgrade
recessed lighting
EV charger installation
EV charger installation

+2

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

It’s generally not recommended to run electric to a shed above ground, and you should instead run electric lines underground via a conduit. This job, like all electrical jobs, is best left to a pro, as they’ll need to ensure everything is installed safely and that they don’t run into any other utility lines underground. 

No, it is not safe to use an outlet that sparked. A spark from an outlet could indicate a short circuit, loose or frayed wiring, or other serious damage. Continuing to use an outlet that sparks can increase the risk of electrical shock, electrical fires, and other hazards. It's important to turn off the power to the outlet at the circuit breaker if possible and avoid using the outlet until a licensed electrician has inspected and repaired it.

Do not touch electrical wires in your home without first turning off the power at your circuit breaker and testing the wire with a voltage meter or multimeter. Electricity still flows through wires even when a light switch is powered off, and touching wires with the switch on can result in electrical shock.

If you find the power cables for your appliances are too short, there are ways to extend them for the cost of just the extra wiring you need. Simply cut and strip your wires, solder them together, and cover them using heat shrink tubing. Not everyone has a soldering tool on hand, so if you’re looking to extend in a pinch, an extension cord, power bar, or surge protector can do the job just fine.

While most electrical items can be plugged into a GFCI outlet, some appliances with internal or stationary motors, such as refrigerators, vent fans, and fluorescent lighting, can cause nuisance tripping. This happens because they experience a small, normal amount of current leakage, which can cause the GFCI to trip even when the appliance is working correctly. Although this is not a safety hazard, it can be inconvenient and may cause the GFCI outlet to wear out faster. For this reason, it is often better to plug these types of appliances into a standard outlet. Additionally, electrical circuits over 100 feet long can sometimes cause tripping. Some appliances, like hair dryers, have their own built-in GFCI protection, so connecting them to a standard outlet is fine.

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