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IQ Electric
5.0(
14
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Pownal, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Prompt and courteous service. Job was completed on time and for the exact price quoted. Itâ s a pleasure to have such a trustworthy company to deal with. I highly recommend for any electrical needs you may have."
Pendent Light
Ceiling Fixture
Reay Fun... and Bizzare?
Family Room Lighting Project
Backlit Decora Switches

+2

Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Payne Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.8(
75
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by Consumer+13 more

Serving Pownal, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mike was super responsive and very helpful when picking out a new thermostat for our heated floor. The two electricians that came to the house to install the thermostat and a new chandelier were prompt, courteous, and great to work with. We will definitely be recommending Payne Electric to others and look forward to working with them again."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avenergy Electric
4.0(
33
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For BusinessElectrical for Addition or Remodel - Install - For BusinessTelephone Jacks and Wiring - Install - For Business

Serving Pownal, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Josh is fair and very responsive with his crew of interchangeable professionals who are prompt and professional. My project was a huge undertaking across four apartments involving exterior panel installations and a complete rewiring of the entire building. I worked with about 6 of his crew members spanning months without any meaningful complaint and would depend on them for all my future electrical endeavors. His pricing is very fair for the quality of work you get."
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Chris Bonney Electric
5.0(
6
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairFixed Generator - RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+6 more

Serving Pownal, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"After one of the snowstorms we had this last winter, we found ourselves without electricity. A tree had fallen across our power line, ripping the electric meter off the house and hurling it across the lawn. Perhaps it is needless to say that we felt like the helpless prey of the Universe. On the advice of a friend, we called C. B. Electric. This company proved to be fast and reliable. Their charges were reasonable. They were polite, really nice and reassuring people. They told us when they would be here, and they came when they said they would, which was only a day or two later. They immediately started a search for a replacement meter. When they got that, their work was fast and was performed with what I like to call "snappy exactitude." We absolutely could not have been better pleased. Electricians just don't get better than this."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Origin Energy, LLC
4.6(
11
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+8 more

Serving Pownal, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"“I had an exceptional experience working with Origin Energy. Their team demonstrates the highest level of professionalism and a strong work ethic. They are not only knowledgeable and efficient but also consistently go above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction. Every interaction was seamless, and their dedication to providing quality service was evident at every step. I highly recommend Origin Energy for their reliable, hardworking, and professional approach to business!”"
Completed system
First half of panels
First half progress
Response time2 days
Response rate99%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

How many string lights can be on one outlet depends on a number of varying factors, including the total wattage of your circuit, the type of lights, the energy needs of the lights, and cord specifications. It’s better to play it safe here to protect your circuit, so figure out the max wattage of your circuit, compare that to the lights, and move on from there. Generally speaking, LED string lights require less energy than incandescent bulbs, translating to a higher number of lights per circuit. 

Outlets do wear out, usually within 15-25 years, but they can fail even sooner than that —sometimes in a matter of years. If your plugs always slide out after you put them in, this is a sign your outlets need to be replaced. Additionally, if your outlets are damaged, cracked, discolored, or regularly tripping the circuit breaker, they may be at the end of their life.

The color of your cable will help you to identify its function. In the U.S., the National Electrical Code (NEC) designates the color code for electrical cables. “Hot” cables are black, red, and blue. In cases of higher voltage lines, orange might also be used to indicate a hot cable. White or gray indicates a neutral, and green or green with a yellow stripe indicates a ground.

Regular inspections, avoiding circuit overloads, and updating wiring when needed help maintain efficiency.

You can certainly talk with electricians about pricing, but the pro has the first and last word on what they charge. If you feel like a quote is too expensive, you can discuss the quotes that other electricians have made and see if they’ll lower their estimate in return. Or you may be able to talk about specific parts of the estimate and how they can be changed. 

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