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Nasr Electric Inc
4.9(
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Serving District Heights, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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Warranties offered

"I couldn't have asked for a better experience. They were hired to replace the main electrical panel/breakers at my elderly mother's home. Roni, the electrician, was a wonderful communicator, and was very knowledgeable and thorough in completing the job and in putting her at ease. The price was very reasonable. I will be using Nasr Electric in my own home, as well as recommending them to all my friends and family in the DMV area."
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Response time5 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chesapeake Electric
4.7(
75
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Serving District Heights, MD and surrounding areas

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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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NEC Electric
4.9(
13
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Serving District Heights, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

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Emergency services offered

"not just professional efficient! Unbelievably fair priced literally less than half of what a major competitor on this site quoted using my own parts and my own wire! Just because there are any energy list doesn’t mean some people won’t try and rip you off and fools will pay it. Mr. NAGY is a professional and very ethical. I’d recommend hiring him again and again!"
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+9

Response time2 days
Response rate93%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vital Electric
5.0(
42
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Serving District Heights, MD and surrounding areas

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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."
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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 District Heights, MD and surrounding areas

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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
Green's Electric
5.0(
16
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Serving District Heights, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently had an electrical issue in my bedroom and contacted Green's Electric and Plumbing. I was impressed by their prompt response and professionalism. They quickly diagnosed the problem and efficiently resolved it, ensuring the safety of my home. Their expertise and attention to detail were evident throughout the process. I highly recommend Green's Electric and Plumbing for any electrical needs. Thank you for the outstanding service!"
Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Hands on Electric
5.0(
11
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Serving District Heights, MD and surrounding areas

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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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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The standard copper wire gauge to use with any 30-amp circuit is a 10-gauge wire. The National Electric Code specifies a 10-gauge wire with appliances like water heaters running on 30 amps. If you try to use a smaller gauge wire, such as a 12 gauge, with a 30-amp breaker, you run the risk of the wire overheating and melting or causing a fire. Because of the safety hazards, the gauge of the wire is not an area to try to cut costs when connecting a 30-amp breaker to a water heater.

Type S or T fuses don’t require any special removal or installation tools. However, replacing a cartridge-style fuse is easier and safer when using a fuse-puller tool. All of these tools should be available anywhere you can buy fuses.

If a light switch is off, it’s very unlikely to cause a fire. For a fire to start, the switch has to be on, activating an electrical current, and the wiring must be faulty. However, the malfunctioning light switch could cause an intermittent current to move across the electrical wire. This issue could become a fire hazard with another device connected to the wire. You should replace the bad light switch as soon as you notice it or call an electrician.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

A GFCI outlet is easy to identify. It features two buttons on the face that read “TEST” and “RESET.” Sometimes, the “RESET” button is red. These are positioned in the center of the two three-prong plug-in slots you see on a regular outlet. Some also feature a green light to indicate when the outlet is working, changing to red when there is a problem.

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