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Carmichael Electric
5.0(
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Serving Charleston, ME and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The service was prompt, effective, and reasonably priced. I would definitely recommend Carmichael Electric to others and would certainly contact him again if further electrical work is needed."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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High Quality Electric, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Charleston, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We needed help with a redesign of an older powder room with laundry. We were switching to stackables and installing a shower beside them. High Quality Electric came up with a plan and a design, and did a great job helping us with our vision. We are very happy with the finished product, And the whole process. We highly recommend High Quality Elecyric and will definitely be hiring them again for future projects which we already have in mind. ð"
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
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Striker Power Systems
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Serving Charleston, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Those guys just terrific! They installed a whole house generator. It was a very hard installation, because the generator was far away from the electrical source. They have also followed recurring maintenance."
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Response time4 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
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Serving Charleston, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We have been hit twice by lightning by God's grace either one hit our home however the last strike burnt art motorhome to the ground William was hired to install lightning protection lightning rods on our home and two out buildings he took the time to explain to us everything we needed to know answering every question professionally conducted himself in the utmost professional manner I would highly recommend lightning rods and even more highly recommended hiring William to do the job we are going to do an expansion later on and he will be the one and only contractor I will call to continue our lightning protection"
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+79

Response time1 day
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Current Solutions Contracting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Charleston, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Current Solutions Contracting upgraded our electrical service and replaced our panel and the experience was excellent from start to finish. He explained the process clearly, handled everything professionally, and made sure all work was done safely and up to code. The installation was clean, organized, and completed efficiently. Communication was great and he took the time to answer all of our questions. It?s clear he takes pride in his work and cares about doing the job right. I would absolutely recommend Current Solutions Contracting to anyone needing electrical work."
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Baker Electric and Sons
4.1(
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Serving Charleston, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The best electrical Company I have ever had work for me. They scheduled my appointment and kept me informed very well when they could do the job. Mike was very conscious about our house and his work area. He work very fast and fixed everyone of my problems, if you call and there is a little wait time before they can do it wait because Baker electric is worth the wait."
Response time2 days
Response rate91%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

An AC disconnect, also known as a switch box or fuse box, is a safety switch that allows the AC’s electrical supply to be turned off from the outside, usually done by a mechanical contractor coming to work on your unit. The box is protected from the weather by a cover or may be designed as a pull-out unit. Your local code determines where the AC disconnect must be mounted, but it's usually close to your outdoor AC unit.

Yes, pool pumps use a significant amount of electricity, making them one of the biggest energy consumers in a home. A pool pump can use up to three times as much electricity as a refrigerator. Typically, a residential pool pump consumes about 1 kilowatt-hour (kWh) for every hour it runs. Because pumps often need to run for about eight hours a day to properly filter the water, this can add up to an annual consumption of 3,000 to 5,000 kWh, which can cost between $480 and $800 per year based on average electricity rates.

The amount of electricity your pump uses depends on its size, energy efficiency, and daily run time. To lower your energy consumption, you can choose an energy-efficient or variable-speed pump, ensure it is correctly sized for your pool, and run it only for the minimum time required to keep the water clean.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

DIY is not recommended for commercial settings due to safety regulations. Hire licensed professionals for compliance.

While circuit breakers are designed to be reset after tripping, there isn't a strict countdown to when they will fail. The primary danger lies in a breaker tripping multiple times in a short period without allowing the components to cool down. Theoretically, a standard breaker might handle around 50 trips caused by simple overloading. However, this number can be much lower in practice. For instance, a high-current fault could damage a breaker to the point that it needs replacement after only two resets. Repeatedly resetting a breaker that trips frequently exacerbates the underlying problem by causing the electrical components, wires, and the breaker itself to overheat. This can lead to permanent damage, cause the breaker to trip unnecessarily in the future, and increase the risk of an electrical fire. If a breaker trips every few minutes, you should leave it in the 'off' position and call a qualified electrician for an inspection.

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