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Starlight Electric LLC
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+3 more

Serving Albany, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Starlight Electric and they were to my house in 2 hours. Diagnosed and fixed the issues I was having within 2 hours. The price and customer service were great but most of all they were very clean which was very important to my wife. I will be calling them for another electrical needs I need in the future."
Kitchen Lighting project
Response time4 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Amplified Electric, Inc.
5.0(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For BusinessExterior Building Lighting - Repair - For BusinessElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not Provided+4 more

Serving Albany, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kyle did me a big favor, and repaired all the needed electrical so my house could by ready for an appraisal. He went over the call of duty and did it in record time.I was very impressed with his professionalism and he was very fair on his price I would highly recommend him to all my friends. Thanks again Kyle!"
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Augusta Plumbing LLC
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+2 more

Serving Albany, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He was very upfront with us and told us exactly how it would go.  We just told him to do what he could and he just did what he could.  He did fix the problem.  He was friendly and professional.  As far as I’m concerned plumbers don’t weigh too much, no matter who they are.  I think the going rate is $100 an hour or so, and so he charge us the same.  He was fine with the appointments and he didn’t damage anything.  We had him out here a year ago to remove an old soft water piston.  I liked him then and that’s why I called him the second time.  He did a good job.  He usually comes out as soon as he can.  Time before last when he did the water softening, I think it took him a day to get out here.  It was the next day after I called.  With this last plumbing faucet thing, he was out the same day; in fact within two hours I think.  He is very responsive.  I don’t think his price is high but I just think plumbers want too much money.  The quality is very good.  I will use his services again in the future."
HVAC
HVAC
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric of St. Cloud
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business+1 more

Serving Albany, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

"Technicians were friendly informative professional. Showed and explained work that was going to be done . Performed inspection showed me what needed to be fixed and why Would Recommend to everyone. They will be my First Choice for all electrical work"
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Most standard residential water heaters, which are typically around 40 gallons and use 240 volts and between 3,500 and 5,500 watts, require a 30-amp, two-pole circuit breaker. For smaller, point-of-use water heaters using 120 volts and between 1,500 and 3,000 watts, a 30-amp breaker is also often adequate. However, some models may have different needs; units that use more watts than average may require a 40-amp breaker, while smaller units might only need a 20-amp breaker. Newer, tankless, or more energy-efficient models can also require a higher amperage. Having the correct breaker size is crucial for safe and efficient operation, so it's best to consult a licensed electrician to determine the specific needs of your water heater.

If the electrical wires you’re working with are too short, one of the easiest ways to elongate it is to extend them with a push-in connector. These user-friendly tools help you splice two wires together with little fuss or the need for extra tools, like a crimping tool, which is an older way of extending wires. As long as you can stripe the ends of a wire, using a push-in connector shouldn’t be an issue.

Wiring can last anywhere from 50 to 70 years, but all kinds of mishaps can occur that reduce the lifespan of your electrical wiring, including severe weather conditions, pests, and even faulty wiring. Keeping a preventative maintenance scheduling and hiring an electrician for an annual electrical inspection will keep your wiring system around for as long as possible.

Dehumidifiers typically use 300 to 700 watts of electricity per hour, whereas portable dehumidifiers use about 40 watts per hour. The exact amount of electricity your dehumidifier will generate depends on its capacity and energy efficiency. Generally, higher-capacity dehumidifiers generate more electricity than lower-capacity units, but they also usually have better energy efficiency over the long run.

A pigtail is the only safe way to connect an electrical device to more than one circuit wire. Connecting multiple wires to a single screw terminal is extremely dangerous and must never be done. Many electricians will opt for pigtails even when there are multiple screw terminals available so that the device in question won’t halt the flow of downstream current when a problem arises. 

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