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Avatar for Gunther's Electric, Inc.
Gunther's Electric, Inc.
4.9(
21
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+3 more

Serving Saint Michaels, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1961

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Lightning damaged several of the electronics in our house. I scheduled for an electrician to come out today and Dave was here, on time. He is professional and friendly...and he like dogs! Dave quickly and efficiently diagnosed each problem and was able to repair some items and give us direction for non-electrical repairs, such as HVAC and plumbing. Next time we need an electrical service, I guarantee it will be Gunther’s Electric!"
Piazza Italian Market
Piazza Italian Market
Piazza Italian Market
Gander's Car Wash
Gander's Car Wash

+48

Response time3 hrs
Response rate90%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Resolute Electric
Resolute Electric
4.9(
32
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Fixed Generator - InstallCeiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+21 more

Serving Saint Michaels, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Klaus arrived at my house within 2 hours of calling. He made me aware of everything he had to check out and the possibilities of what could be wrong. Within a very short amount of time he was letting me know what he found and what he would have to do to fix the problem. He gave me different options and recommended the best solution to me. By the end of the day my kids had electricity back in their bedrooms and it did not cost me anywhere near what most other companies quoted me to even come and diagnose the issue. I recommend Resolute Electric to everyone out there reading this! Absolutely the most knowledgeable, courteous, and prompt company I have had to deal with in any of my home repairs."
Braemar Towers remodel
Salvation Army
Reoccurring customer
Outdoor lighting
Braemar Towers remodel

+19

Response time9 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for J A Electric LLC.
J A Electric LLC.
4.9(
46
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by Consumer+14 more

Serving Saint Michaels, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had issues with 2 lights and circuit breaker in my home and JA Electrical were a godsend. I heard back from them within minutes of placing online quotes in my area. I was able to get a tech, Antonio, out to my home the same day. He worked ho*** ** getting my issue resolved and he succeeded. He's very professional, timely, and I would highly recommend him and the company to anyone having issues."
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+25

Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
Avatar for W B Lightning Rods
W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
369
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Saint Michaels, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"WB Lightning Rods did an excellent job installing lightening rods on our home. The owner stayed onsite the entire time to supervise the work. He took extra care to plan the rod and cable placement to ensure the proper protection and retain the aesthetics of our home. His crew were knowledgeable, polite, neat and efficient. We could not be more pleased with the results."
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
173 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for M.T. Appliance Repair
M.T. Appliance Repair
4.9(
33
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Saint Michaels, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"Very professional and efficient. Arrived timely, very knowledgeable, and efficiently repaired appliance. Our General Electric large refrigerator was not properly cooling. Found door leakage, ordered the part, and returned to replace the seal. No markup on the part, no added time to repair - entire transaction was very fair. Could not ask for a better experience."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Avatar for Neli Virtual Appliance Repair
Neli Virtual Appliance Repair
4.2(
666
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Saint Michaels, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went great, this is a unique service, for DIY-ers. My electric dryer wouldn’t heat, so I went on line and diagnosed the problem and ordered the parts. I also watched several how to videos, but none of them matched my dryer. Finally went on Angie’s list and it matched me up with Tin Lizzee which is a chat service to help you through your repair. The technician I talked with was polite, professional, and knowledgeable. I did get stuck during the repair and they called me on my cell and talked me through what I needed to do. I know I saved a lot of money by not having an appliance repair person come to my house with the mark up on parts and labor rates per hour I believe I saved at least half of the cost, if not more from ordering on line and chatting and talking to the Tin Lizzee technician, it was $30 well spent."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Yes, a whole-house surge protector needs a designated breaker in your electrical panel. You will need to choose a double pole breaker that has two wire terminals so that your surge protector can connect to the breaker. This breaker needs two breaker slots inside of your panel. If you do not have room, then you will either need to adjust some of the existing breakers in the panel box or hire an electrician to install a subpanel.

Yes, professional installations typically include wiring, switches, and circuit adjustments for safe operation.

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.

Electrical meter risers connect your home’s electrical meter to overhead power lines so you can receive electrical service from the grid. Electrical meters also have a weatherhead, which protects the utility lines connected to your home’s electrical system via the service entrance cable. Risers connect the weatherhead to your electrical meter socket, which connects to the meter.

It can be safe to buy or live in a house with knob and tube (K&T) wiring, but only if the system is in good condition, functional, and has been thoroughly inspected and approved by a licensed electrician. Never purchase a home with K&T wiring without getting a professional electrical inspection first.

Key considerations include:

  • Safety and Condition: An inspector will verify that the wiring is safe and has not deteriorated. Over time, the insulation can wear away, leaving exposed wires that pose a significant fire or shock hazard.

  • System Capacity: The electrical service should be at least 60 amps. However, even at this capacity, K&T systems often struggle to handle the demands of modern appliances and electronics.

  • Lack of Grounding: Knob and tube wiring is an ungrounded system, which is a safety concern for many modern devices.

  • Ongoing Maintenance: If you live in a home with K&T wiring, it's recommended to have it inspected by an electrician every one to two years to ensure it remains in safe working order.

Ultimately, any inspection or modification of a knob and tube system should always be performed by a certified professional.

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