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Nordeast Electric, Inc.
4.7(
153
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For Business

Serving Columbia Heights, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"NE Electric was the first to call me back after submitting the servicemagic request. They were actually able to schedule an appointment for the same day I made the request, which was terrific. The electrician that completed the project was very friendly, helpful, and did a quick and clean job. The prices were competitive to other bids received. I will definitely go with Nordeast Electric in the future."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Friendly Electric, LLC
4.5(
83
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair

Serving Columbia Heights, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I called to schedule an appointment for a repair. They promptly called back and walked me through a trouble shooting step and it solved the problem. No service call or repair fee. They will be my first call for any electric issues, remodeling in the future."
Trench
New shed panel
Antique Fixture
Antique Fixture
Fuse Panel Change Out

+30

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Dependable Electric, Inc.
4.0(
29
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by ConsumerCeiling Fan - Install+10 more

Serving Columbia Heights, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Customers say: Quality work

"Dependable Electric responded immediately to my call offering me several options to take care of my needs. They arrived on time and were very accommodating to all my repairs. THANK YOU!"
Response time2 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Hiring an electrician to install a new ceiling fan may be the best course of action. Installing a ceiling fan requires basic electrical and mechanical knowledge. It also requires holding it up with one hand and in an awkward position, making the installation even more difficult. If you’re uncomfortable with these circumstances, your best bet is to hire a professional.

Electrical fires are unique from other fire types because they have the potential to deliver electric shocks in addition to being on fire. Avoid serious injury from possible electrical emergency situations by avoiding the use of water, foam-based fire extinguishers, wet-chemical fire extinguishers,  flour, or baking powder to put out an electrical fire. 

It prevents electrical surges, protects your home from things like electrical fires, and prevents you from getting shocked if an errant surge runs through your power line. Without grounded wires, your appliances could also get damaged during lightning storms.

Using a wire stripper/cutter, strip about 1/2 inch to 1 inch of sheathing from electric wires, depending on the application. A self-adjusting wire stripper/cutter works best, but a standard wire stripper/cutter with holes for different gauges of wire works as well to cut and strip away the sheath without damaging the copper wire inside.

Smart light switches are designed to work with most traditional light fixtures and wiring. However, there are several compatibility factors to consider. Some smart switches require a neutral wire to function, which may not be present in older homes (typically built before 1985). If you plan to use a dimming feature, ensure your LED bulbs are specifically the dimmable type. Additionally, a stable Wi-Fi connection is necessary for remote control, though some models may use other standards like ZigBee, which would require a compatible smart home hub.

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