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Consumer Services Electric Company
4.7(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station InstallationElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business+10 more

Serving Orchard Lake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

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They did a great job, and we have plans to redo a bathroom. I will totally hire those guys to do the electrical. They were just as helpful, friendly, and nice as you could ever want. It was wonderful. They're helpful, and they're willing to make sure everything is perfect. I just thought they were efficient, helpful, they were professional and they knew what they were doing.

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Chandelier Install
Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric
4.5(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeFixed Generator - Install+11 more

Serving Orchard Lake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had them over to fix a faulty circuit. The service man "Sam" was on time to the minute and found the problem within a half hour. Fixed the problem, advised me on what caused it, and gave a general inspection of the electrical. He wasn't just a service person but an asset. Would recommend this company."
Response time8 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Starving Electrician
5.0(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For BusinessElectrical for Addition or Remodel - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Orchard Lake, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Starving Electrician is a great company. They where professional, on time, honest and completed the service change quickly. I have referred them to my friends and family, and will forever keep their number for any electrical needs in the Future. Great job Lenny. WORTH EVERY PENNY!"
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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@RobsonfiX
5.0(
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+14 more

Serving Orchard Lake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Derek and his colleague to wire up our new hot tub. He was excellent at communicating and providing an estimate before work was started. The quality of work he provided exceeded my expectations. Everything was done neatly, to code, and did not leave a mess at my house. A sprinkler line was damaged during trenching, since we didn't know it was there, and he made the repairs with no questions asked. I would definitely hire him or recommend for electrical work. A+"
Ceiling Fans Project
Ceiling Fans Project
Ceiling Fans Project
Ceiling Fans Project
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

You can twist the wires before using a wire nut, but it’s not necessary. Electricians often twist wires before using a wire nut, which can help secure the connection and enhance electrical contact between wires. You can decide whether or not to twist the wires beforehand, or consult a local electrician if you need  professional opinion.

Type S or T fuses don’t require any special removal or installation tools. However, replacing a cartridge-style fuse is easier and safer when using a fuse-puller tool. All of these tools should be available anywhere you can buy fuses.

Amps describe the amount of energy that can flow through a circuit breaker. Every electrical device that’s attached to the breaker requires about 1.5 amps. While that equates to roughly 13 receptacles per 20 amps, using slightly fewer ensures that your circuit will always have enough energy for sudden power surges instead of tripping when one occurs. In general, 10 to 12 receptacles is recommended for a 20 amp circuit.

Technically, an outdoor outlet can be on the same circuit as an indoor outlet, but it's generally not recommended. Outdoor outlets should ideally be on a dedicated circuit that doesn't share power with other indoor or outdoor outlets. This helps ensure that the outdoor outlets are able to handle the additional electrical load without overloading the circuit. Additionally, outdoor outlets are often exposed to the elements, which can increase the risk of electrical shock and other hazards. If you must have an outdoor outlet on the same circuit as an indoor outlet, be sure that the circuit has the capacity to handle the additional load.

Yes, professional installations typically include wiring, switches, and circuit adjustments for safe operation.

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