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Able Electrical Services Inc
4.9(
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Serving Overlea, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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"Everything about Able Electrical Services service was superb! I was in a jam, and Able Electrical Services came to the rescue. Both of the mechanics that assisted were excellent. Russell Ridgway was the primary mechanic and he was amazing! His work is superior and he exceeded my expectations every step of the way. For example, I needed electrical outlets to connect install a wet bar. He measured the wet bar and installed the outlets exactly where they were needed and ensured sufficient power was added to accommodate a kegerator and mini-frigs. I highly recommend Able Electrical Services and hope I never need to use any other electrician."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Wolf Electric LLC
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Serving Overlea, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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"Alex was friendly, quick, and very professional. He was able to take care of my problem within 24 hours. I'll definitely be calling Wolf Electric, LLC. for my electrical needs in the future."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by2%of homeowners
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Kolb Electric Inc
4.2(
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Serving Overlea, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1925

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"Christ the Electrician was timely and focus. He was committed to completed the job and did a great job. The only problem that I have I paid over $400.00 for the work and as of today, Friday, August 31, 2018, I don't have a receipt. I spoke with Customer Service and a person by the name of John and both assured me that they would email me my receipt. How do you pay for services and have to fight to receive a receipt. Very unprofessional"
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
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C T Smith Electrical Services, LLC
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Serving Overlea, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

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"I highly recommend CT Smith Electrical LLC , 410-984-8693, because of the fantastic job they did in installing a ceiling fan, including the wiring and switches. Also, I had recessed lighting put in my hallway. The gentlemen showed up on time and were very friendly and professional."
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Winn Electric Contracting
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Serving Overlea, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

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Need fast electrical repairs or installations in your home? Get in touch with Winn Electric Contracting Inc. for professional residential electrical services. With over 39 years of experience, our expert electricians are also equipped to handle your commercial electrical needs. From lighting and TV installation to electric car chargers, there's no job too small for our team. Contact us today for a FREE estimate on your electrical needs! Voted Baltimore's best electrical contractor in Baltimore Magazine 7 times. www.winnelectric.com 410-484-5544

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Response time5 hrs
Recommended by7%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

If a 3-way switch is wired incorrectly, this can cause several issues. The most common problem is that the switches will not function properly: Either both switches won’t work, or only one will. Another issue is that one switch will trigger a short circuit, tripping the circuit breaker.

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.

No. Do not use a 14-gauge wire on a 20-amp outlet. A certified licensed electrician would know that the National Electrical Code (as per Section 240.4(D) subsection 3) requires 14-gauge wires to be used with a maximum amplitude of 15. Therefore, you should only use 12-gauge wires on 20-amp outlets.

Most standard residential water heaters, which are typically around 40 gallons and use 240 volts and between 3,500 and 5,500 watts, require a 30-amp, two-pole circuit breaker. For smaller, point-of-use water heaters using 120 volts and between 1,500 and 3,000 watts, a 30-amp breaker is also often adequate. However, some models may have different needs; units that use more watts than average may require a 40-amp breaker, while smaller units might only need a 20-amp breaker. Newer, tankless, or more energy-efficient models can also require a higher amperage. Having the correct breaker size is crucial for safe and efficient operation, so it's best to consult a licensed electrician to determine the specific needs of your water heater.

An average, 400-square-foot electric heated driveways consume approximately $3 per hour in terms of electricity. The price may slightly fluctuate depending on your local energy cost. A simple formula to calculate your heated driveway’s total wattage consumption is by multiplying the square footage by 50 watts and then dividing it by 1,000 to get the kilowatt number. Multiply that with your local energy cost per hour and there you have the hourly operating cost.

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