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Avatar for Nasr Electric Inc
Nasr Electric Inc
4.9(
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Serving Fort Washington, 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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+19

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Chesapeake Electric
4.7(
75
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Serving Fort Washington, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Chesapeake electrical just finished replacing an outlet on our 32 year old home. They also inspected the whole electrical system and offered options to upgrade our house to current standards. The technician, Brian, was very experienced and fixed our problem right away. Too many Christmas lights, too much recent rain and trying to charge an electric car on a 110 line! They came out the day after we called, the scheduler, Jackie, was very personable and determined to get this ordeal over for us. Our immediate problem was not too complicated but I can see down the road we may need more substantial electric repairs and we will be calling Chesapeake electrical for what we need. I recommend everything about their operation. Last comment and probably the most important comments moment, the cost was very reasonable. For someone who almost never uses an electrician, we are glad we found Chesapeake electrical. John and Jane, Ellicott City"
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Vital Electric
5.0(
43
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Serving Fort Washington, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

"This job was done quickly and correctly. I used him in the past with running stove upgraded wire to the electrical box. I was very happy with that project, so I used Vital Electric again and will use him in the future! Pricing is very reasonable."
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+8

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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RaLo Enterprise LLC
4.7(
209
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Serving Fort Washington, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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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 time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Kolb Electric Inc
4.2(
222
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Serving Fort Washington, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1925

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Emergency services offered

"There was quite a lot of work to be done. They came out they put a new panel in, they run new wires, they sorted out some minor electrics in the attic, they got some connections and so that they system was therefore complete for the contracting firm to come in and do their part. We chose them because we've used them before. We've done some minor electrical work with them when we had first arrived."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Green's Electric
5.0(
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Serving Fort Washington, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company resolved my electrical issue quickly and professionally. The technician was knowledgeable and clearly explained what was wrong and how they fixed it. I was expecting a longer wait, so I was grateful they could get to me so soon. Pricing was fair and the whole experience was excellent. I def highly recommend this company to anyone needing electrical work done. Thank you!!!"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AMEW Electrical Services
4.8(
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Serving Fort Washington, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Arrived on time, very professional and completed taking down an old light fixture and hanging a new chandelier within 1 hour 30 mins. Would hire again for electrical work."
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Traditional kitchen with granite countertop, tile backsplash, and medium stained wood cabinetry
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Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Hands on Electric
5.0(
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Serving Fort Washington, 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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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

You can check if an electrician is licensed in New York by using the online license verification search tool offered by the New York State Education Department. The database is updated daily and gives you the option of searching by license number, contractor name, or the name of the business.

A larger heater requires a larger breaker—unless there’s one already installed. The longer answer to this question is more nuanced. Do you place demands on the heater at the same time as running other heavy-duty appliances like ovens and washing machines? Do you live in an older home that may not have considered the higher electrical demands we have now? Breakers need to be sized at 125% of the load. To find that load, you should call a local electrical pro.

To determine if an electrical outlet is blown, look for visible signs of damage such as a burning or smoky smell, burn marks, or a melted or discolored plastic cover. If you notice a burning smell, contact an electrician immediately. Other signs include a plug that keeps falling out or the outlet not working when you test it with different devices. For further troubleshooting, you can use a voltage tester or multimeter to check for power; a reading of zero indicates a problem. Also, check your circuit breaker or fuse box to see if the circuit was tripped and reset it if necessary. If these steps don't resolve the issue, the outlet may need to be replaced.

A gas stove doesn't always need a dedicated circuit. Unlike an electric range, which uses 240 volts and requires a 240-volt receptacle, a gas stove only uses 120 volts. In some cases, your electrician will need to replace the existing two-pole circuit breaker with a single-pole circuit breaker as well as swap out the existing 240-volt receptacle with a 120-volt replacement.

The color of your cable will help you to identify its function. In the U.S., the National Electrical Code (NEC) designates the color code for electrical cables. “Hot” cables are black, red, and blue. In cases of higher voltage lines, orange might also be used to indicate a hot cable. White or gray indicates a neutral, and green or green with a yellow stripe indicates a ground.

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