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Avatar for Able Electrical Services Inc
Able Electrical Services Inc
4.9(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+14 more

Serving Whiteford, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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."
Kitchen Lighting
Modem Home
Response time1 day
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Clinton Electric Co Inc
4.6(
172
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by Consumer+21 more

Serving Whiteford, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had an excellent experience with Clinton Electric Co. overall and the electrician they sent, Eric Shipley. Communications before the visit were prompt, professional, and geared toward promoting confidence. Electrician was also courteous and professional throughout the visit, provided excellent communications as to expected costs and the diagnostic he was performing, and performed the work quickly and efficiently (tested the wiring, replaced electrical outlets, installed new circuit breaker, and tested to confirm all outlets and the dishwasher were working). Provided email with invoice before leaving the visit. Company communications practices geared toward safety and inspired confidence - dispatcher provided name of electrician before visit; company also texted and emailed photo of electrician prior to visit. Electrician wore mask and followed safe COVID-19 practices. I was very pleased and would use this company again, as well as highly recommend them."
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Response time1 day
Response rate92%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mark H. Anderson Electrical Services, Inc.
Mark H. Anderson Electrical Services, Inc.
4.4(
418
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For BusinessElectrical for Addition or Remodel - Install - For Business

Serving Whiteford, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I needed an electrical outlet under my bath vanity in order for the plumber to install a point of use tankless water heater. Mark was quick to respond with a quote that was much less expensive than another electrician and didn't need the extra "fluff" that I would have been charged. Came on time and the work was done with precision (the plumber even admired the work!) :-)"
Best of 2015
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Benfield Electric Co., Inc.
Benfield Electric Co., Inc.
4.6(
11
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeFixed Generator - InstallCeiling Fan - Install+21 more

Serving Whiteford, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1968

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I am a BIG fan of Benfield Electric.   I have used them at my prior home for more than 14 years.   In fact, they installed an outside generator at that house for us and maintained it through the years.   I only wish they serviced the area we now live in because I have such trust in their workmanship.   I highly recommend them!!!
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Home Systems Appliance Repair
4.9(
718
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Whiteford, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"This is second time we've used Home Systems Appliance Repair, this time for our oven, from which we could smell a faint gas smell when not lit. The technician came on time, diagnosed the issue and the parts he would need to order to make the repair, and returned soon after to make the repair, While working on the stove, he saw that the electrical wires in the back were badly frayed and replaced these at no extra charge. Professional and prompt.
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate97%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

That depends on your setup. If a circuit breaker already has GFCI protection, then everything connected to that specific circuit is being monitored. You don’t need additional GFCI outlets on that breaker.

However, if the breaker is not GFCI, then you should have GFCI receptacles for at-risk outlets nearby water sources, because they are not receiving protection. Breakers in a breaker box can vary between GFCI and non-GFCI. Look for GFCI labels on the breaker or try to find the breaker model number to look it up if you aren’t sure.

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.

Inverter generators are designed to turn on the engine when your appliances demand more energy. This is in contrast to running at full capacity as soon as they’re turned on, like a standard portable generator does. So long as the wattage rating is high enough, an inverter can power a refrigerator just as well as a traditional generator.

The NEC prohibits the installation of electrical panels within clothing closets. Closets are filled with flammable items like clothing, mothballs, shoe polish, plastic containers, and exposed light bulbs. If the panel develops a small electrical fire, it won’t take long to bloom into a real disaster. If you have an electrical panel in one of your home’s closets, move it as soon as possible with the help of a professional electrician.

Yes, you can connect two extra outlets (or more) to one outlet if the total load on the circuit allows for it. If you have a 15-amp circuit, electrical code allows up to eight outlets or light switches. But if you’re dealing with outlets in the kitchen and bathroom, you may not be able to have as many. Kitchen and bathroom appliances often need higher amperage. You can also change a single outlet to a double outlet by cutting a larger hole in the drywall and replacing the outlet with a quad receptacle.

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