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Beltway Electric Services llc

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Beltway Electric Services llc

4.67(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
94 local quotes requested
42 years of experience

We are a family owned business since 1983. We offer everything electrical for services in your home. We take customer satisfaction to the next level in making sure all our customers are happy and satisfied with their project needs. Our technicians take pride in doing a clean and affordable job to insure your not only happy with our services but want to use us again on any future projects you may want. Our estimates are free and our prices are extremely competitive.

"He did a great job, diagnosed the problem quickly even though the issue was unusual. He was able to resolve the problem with out any issues. "

Robert J on November 2025

We are a family owned business since 1983. We offer everything electrical for services in your home. We take customer satisfaction to the next level in making sure all our customers are happy and satisfied with their project needs. Our technicians take pride in doing a clean and affordable job to insure your not only happy with our services but want to use us again on any future projects you may want. Our estimates are free and our prices are extremely competitive.

"He did a great job, diagnosed the problem quickly even though the issue was unusual. He was able to resolve the problem with out any issues. "

Robert J on November 2025


Calvert Generator

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Calvert Generator

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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Calvert Generator is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Calvert Generator is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.


Mohamed Electric

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Mohamed Electric

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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 11 years experience in the electrical industry, Mohamed Electric is your industry expert in Prince George County and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

With over 11 years experience in the electrical industry, Mohamed Electric is your industry expert in Prince George County and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!


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En Motion Security Solutions

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En Motion Security Solutions

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

En Motion Security Solutions is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Friendly, efficient installation. Got done early, answered all our questions. Would use them again."

Dennis B on April 2020

En Motion Security Solutions is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Friendly, efficient installation. Got done early, answered all our questions. Would use them again."

Dennis B on April 2020


Technician Engineers Group

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Technician Engineers Group

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Customers say: Quick response
29 years of experience

Here at Technician Engineers Group, we understand that time is the most valuable commodity. Our initiative is to ensure that every experience with our company ensures your profitability through our excellent service. Choosing the right electrical contractor comes down to trust and is integral to our client's success. We approach each new client with the specific intent of establishing and building upon trust. By consistently employing the best, we are able to continually perform in a manner that distinguishes us from our competition, demonstrate our planning and execution expertise, and provide the utmost customer service. This provides without a doubt that our client is the most important member of the team.

"They provided excellent service. They were professional and highly skilled beyond our expectation."

Michael A on August 2018

Here at Technician Engineers Group, we understand that time is the most valuable commodity. Our initiative is to ensure that every experience with our company ensures your profitability through our excellent service. Choosing the right electrical contractor comes down to trust and is integral to our client's success. We approach each new client with the specific intent of establishing and building upon trust. By consistently employing the best, we are able to continually perform in a manner that distinguishes us from our competition, demonstrate our planning and execution expertise, and provide the utmost customer service. This provides without a doubt that our client is the most important member of the team.

"They provided excellent service. They were professional and highly skilled beyond our expectation."

Michael A on August 2018


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Chesapeake Electric

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Chesapeake Electric

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Customers say: Super punctual
180 local quotes requested
11 years of experience

We pride ourselves on getting your project done right the first time! Chesapeake Electric is a locally-owned and operated company in Annapolis, MD established by Master Electrician, Ryan Deshaies. With over 50 years of combined experience, our dedicated team focuses on providing superior customer service, craftsmanship, and professionalism beyond expectations. We are a full service licensed and insured electrical contractor and here to serve you 24/7 with expertise in residential and commercial electrical work. Whether you require an emergency electrician or have an in-depth electrical project, we work directly with you through design, implementation, and follow up services. Your peace of mind is very important to us. You will always know exactly what work is being done and why. Projects that are big and small, we take them all! We want to make your project dream a reality. Call Chesapeake Electric Electric today at 410-280-3388.

"I felt the price was way too high for the half hour of work and I had to get my son-in-law to cut and remove the whole span of wire."

Margaret F on February 2020

We pride ourselves on getting your project done right the first time! Chesapeake Electric is a locally-owned and operated company in Annapolis, MD established by Master Electrician, Ryan Deshaies. With over 50 years of combined experience, our dedicated team focuses on providing superior customer service, craftsmanship, and professionalism beyond expectations. We are a full service licensed and insured electrical contractor and here to serve you 24/7 with expertise in residential and commercial electrical work. Whether you require an emergency electrician or have an in-depth electrical project, we work directly with you through design, implementation, and follow up services. Your peace of mind is very important to us. You will always know exactly what work is being done and why. Projects that are big and small, we take them all! We want to make your project dream a reality. Call Chesapeake Electric Electric today at 410-280-3388.

"I felt the price was way too high for the half hour of work and I had to get my son-in-law to cut and remove the whole span of wire."

Margaret F on February 2020


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W B Lightning Rods

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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
165 local quotes requested

WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **

"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."

Jennifer B on October 2024

WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **

"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."

Jennifer B on October 2024


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Kolb Electric Inc

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Kolb Electric Inc

4.38(
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Customers say: Super punctual
300 local quotes requested
100 years of experience

We are a family owned and operated business that has been serving the Baltimore, Washington Metropolitan area since 1925. We are committed to providing superior electrical services. The valuable advantages we can offer you are great service, high quality and experienced workers at a competitive price.

"Do not use this company. They will rip you off. The contract was for eight 300W LED 40 ft pole lights, but I caught them redhanded installing 240W. Who does that? Then, they broke my lock and broke into my sprinkler room which I saw on my video which they admitted. Then, Kolb sued me for not paying the bill which I disputed due to lost tools as result of the break-in. Who does that breaking into a customer's sprinkler room and not informing that they did. I had to catch them on my video. Not only that it took over one year to the work proposed work. TOTAL FRAUD. I will be going to court...."

John A on November 2023

We are a family owned and operated business that has been serving the Baltimore, Washington Metropolitan area since 1925. We are committed to providing superior electrical services. The valuable advantages we can offer you are great service, high quality and experienced workers at a competitive price.

"Do not use this company. They will rip you off. The contract was for eight 300W LED 40 ft pole lights, but I caught them redhanded installing 240W. Who does that? Then, they broke my lock and broke into my sprinkler room which I saw on my video which they admitted. Then, Kolb sued me for not paying the bill which I disputed due to lost tools as result of the break-in. Who does that breaking into a customer's sprinkler room and not informing that they did. I had to catch them on my video. Not only that it took over one year to the work proposed work. TOTAL FRAUD. I will be going to court...."

John A on November 2023


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Able Electrical Services Inc

4.92(
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Able Electrical Services Inc

4.92(
425
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
80 local quotes requested

Able Electrical Services Inc provides electrical services for both residential and commercial customers. We take great pride in providing the highest level of professional electrical services to each and every job we perform at the most reasonable costs possible. Our goal is to go above and beyond our customers' expectations. In fact, we are so confident in the quality of our work that unlike most other electrical contractors, we provide a 6 month warranty on our work. We have 37 years of experience in the business and are able to provide virtually any type of electrical service you need.

"Really great job, quality team and service!"

Brian E on September 2022

Able Electrical Services Inc provides electrical services for both residential and commercial customers. We take great pride in providing the highest level of professional electrical services to each and every job we perform at the most reasonable costs possible. Our goal is to go above and beyond our customers' expectations. In fact, we are so confident in the quality of our work that unlike most other electrical contractors, we provide a 6 month warranty on our work. We have 37 years of experience in the business and are able to provide virtually any type of electrical service you need.

"Really great job, quality team and service!"

Brian E on September 2022


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GAC Services

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GAC Services

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
726 local quotes requested

GAC Services is a residential cooling, heating, and electrical contractor setting new standards in the Maryland HVAC and electric market. Since 1970, we’ve developed a strong reputation for providing the Montgomery County and Frederick County areas with reliable cooling and heating services. In 2014, we expanded our service offerings to include electrical services—allowing us to offer our customers the same great service in a new area of business. Additional DBA: Gaithersburg Heating & Cooling

"Highly professional, knowledgeable and well behaved technician. Prices offered were good too. I definitely recommend the company."

Deepak K on February 2025

GAC Services is a residential cooling, heating, and electrical contractor setting new standards in the Maryland HVAC and electric market. Since 1970, we’ve developed a strong reputation for providing the Montgomery County and Frederick County areas with reliable cooling and heating services. In 2014, we expanded our service offerings to include electrical services—allowing us to offer our customers the same great service in a new area of business. Additional DBA: Gaithersburg Heating & Cooling

"Highly professional, knowledgeable and well behaved technician. Prices offered were good too. I definitely recommend the company."

Deepak K on February 2025

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

A 60W LED bulb is likely labeled as “60W replacement” on the package—that’s because it provides about the same light output as a 60W incandescent bulb. In reality, it likely uses less energy—usually 15 watts or less. If that’s the case, then it’s perfectly fine to put a 60W LED bulb in a 40W socket. Your best bet is to read the package carefully. It will tell you the LED bulb’s actual wattage, and as long as it’s lower than the fixture, the bulb will be safe to use.

In general, 200 amps is enough for a house with a square footage of up to 1,800, or the average three-bedroom home. A 200-amp service allows your home to warm and cool itself while running multiple appliances at once. It's a good option for homes that have been extended, or after adding new appliances. 200-amp service is the current standard for homes, so in most cases, it will work for you.

The most common type of electrical outlet is a 3-prong outlet, which has two flat blades (one is wider than the other) and a round grounding pin. Older homes typically have 2-prong outlets that aren’t as safe as more modern options and are generally not up to current electrical codes.  Other outlets you can find in your home include 20A, 125 volt varieties for larger appliances like refrigerators or washing machines. 

There are also GFCI outlets, which protect against electrical shock in wet areas, such as bathrooms and kitchens, and arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) outlets, which protect against electrical fires caused by arcing.

Incandescent lights are glass bulbs with metallic filaments inside, while LEDs feature “light emitting diodes” that illuminate when they come in contact with an electrical current. You can buy either for your Christmas lights, but note that LED lights are more energy-efficient and have a longer lifespan.

A light switch should be at least 2 inches from the edge of the trim of a door. The location of wall studs will often help determine where to put the light switch by your doorway, and in most cases, wall studs make it impossible to install the switch closer than 2 inches. When possible, try to keep the switch within arm’s length of the entryway.

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