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Avatar for W B Lightning Rods
W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
369
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Winter Harbor, ME 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."
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 Residential LPS
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 Residential LPS
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+79

Response time1 day
163 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Baker Electric and Sons
4.1(
17
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+12 more

Serving Winter Harbor, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
69 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stanley Electric
5.0(
7
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by Consumer+15 more

Serving Winter Harbor, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Stanley Electric delivers precision electrical work with small town reliability and big league expertise. Based on Mount Desert Island we proudly serve Hancock County and Downeast Maine with licensed insured and highly skilled electricians. From high end custom homes to critical service calls we handle everything from heat pumps, panel upgrades and whole home wiring to EV chargers lighting design and generator installs. Known for showing up when we say we will and doing the job right the first time we bring clarity care and craftsmanship to every project. Whether you are building new upgrading old or troubleshooting the unexpected we are the team to call. Trust Stanley Electric to keep your home or business powered safely and efficiently.

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Next Gen Electrical
4.7(
33
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Winter Harbor, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The only problem I had with NextGen was that the city came to me after the installation and said there was no electrical permit pulled for the job and that the local electric company should have opened our electrical service, not NextGen."
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Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Residential Services
4.2(
7
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair+5 more

Serving Winter Harbor, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chad was on time and very friendy and knowledgeable. He did a quality job of what was expected. We will be using him when we need electrical work done again and will recommend him when others are looking for a quality electrician."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Yes, the National Electric Code (NEC) requires at least one GFCI outlet in each sectioned-off portion of an unfinished basement, partly to ensure a power source is available for a sump pump in case of flooding. If you install multiple outlets in your unfinished basement, all of them must be GFCI-protected. For finished basements, standard outlets are generally permitted, but at least one GFCI outlet is still required per circuit. Keep in mind that local municipalities may have additional codes, so it's best to consult a licensed electrician to ensure your home is fully compliant.

You can check if an electrician is licensed in California by using the online check a license tool offered by the Department of Consumer Affairs Contractors State License Board. You have the option of searching by the license number, the electrical contractor’s name, or the name of the business to determine the electrician’s status.

You should not attempt to disable a smoke alarm unless you’ve already activated a replacement unit. To stop a hardwired smoke alarm from beeping, reset the device or silence the alarm. If you’re removing a hardwired alarm, shut off the power, turn the unit counterclockwise to remove it from the ceiling, and disconnect the wiring.

A wire stripping tool is the easiest way to strip sheathing or plastic insulation from electrical wires. A self-adjusting wire stripper cuts and removes the sheathing without damaging the core wire.

How far you can run underground electric depends on the wire gauge (generally AWG) and the circuit voltage. Too much voltage drop in an electrical circuit can negatively affect performance, so the smaller the voltage drop, the better. Ideally, it shouldn't exceed 3%. The smaller the wire and the longer the run, the more significant the voltage drop. 

For example, with a 120-volt circuit, you can run 60 feet of 12 AWG cable without losing more than 3% voltage. With a 240-volt circuit, you can run 120 feet of 12 AWG wire while maintaining a voltage drop of 3% or less.

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