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University Electric, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"We had a great experience with University Electric. We had our fuse box converted to circuit breakers. They were very friendly and did a great job at a reasonable price."
Kitchen Cans
Bedroom Rough In
Hallway Cans
Finish Hall
Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Edison Electric, Inc.
4.8(
162
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Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Edison arrived on time, was quick to figure out the problem in which another Electrician could not and charged a very fair price. The gentleman I spoke with was very friendly and easy going. The project turned out great!"
Restoring power to electric mast
Damaged Electric Mast Repairs
Service Upgrade Minneapolis
Electrical Panel Tune-up
Warehouse on Wheels

+5

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Bishop Electric, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Steve arrived on time and did the job in a very short time and did the job professionally. Very thorough and discussed what he was doing very reassuring. From now on all our electrical needs will be made by Bishop Electric of Chaska! Thanks Steve."
Add sub panel
Bathroom
Response time4 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Miller Electrical
4.8(
55
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Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Absolutely outstanding. Andy himself spend several hours getting four barn style lights I desperately wanted in my home to work for me. Absolutely first rate electrical talent and amazing people. Will never use any other electrician."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Nordeast Electric, Inc.
4.7(
153
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Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Service was quick and great, will definitely recommend Nordeast Electric to friends and relatives. Would have been five stars but he was around 20 minutes late (which could be understandable because of traffic, weather, etc) and it would have been nice if he wore large boots/golashes over his shoes that can be taken off at the door so that snow and slush wouldn't be tracked into the house."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Harrison Electric, Inc.
4.3(
520
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Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Shout out to Kevin he was on time, very courteous, knew exactly what I needed and was quick about it. Checked and updated older electrical panel in a loft and inspected and tweaked outlets. On board to install fixtures which were delayed and so I had to make another appointment. All good. I recommended to friends and family. Pricing very fair and will go-to anytime I need further electrical services."
duplex receptacle
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Randy's Electric & Plumbing
4.6(
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Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well. The work was completed efficiently, with explanations while work was being done. I would have Randy's Electric do any electric work I need done in the future."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate97%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Starlight Electric
5.0(
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Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Starlight Electric did a fantastic job on the electric part of my current home improvement project, and even better they did it for an affordable price. They took the time to explain what they were doing and spent the extra effort to make sure even the little things were done right. We will be hiring Starlight Electric for all our electrical needs."
Living room lighting
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Each meter should have a serial number printed or engraved on the face of the meter. Make sure the serial number of the meter you are reading matches your account with the power company. If you live in an apartment complex, the meters are likely located all together. Yours should be labeled according to your apartment unit.

Daisy-chaining refers to placing multiple GFCI outlets in a row along the same circuit. This won’t do any harm, but it’s of limited usefulness because a properly-placed GFCI can monitor all downstream outlets on its own. Multiple GFCI installations won’t usually increase safety except in special cases.

Although homeowners can turn off a breaker, it’s vital to follow safety precautions when doing so to prevent serious and potentially fatal injuries. For instance, you want to ensure there is no water on the floor when you touch the breaker and wear protective gear such as safety glasses. Anytime you deal with anything electrical, it’s always best to be as safe as possible.

It's possible to get power from an outlet for a light switch. However, you must install additional wiring to get current from the outlet to the switch and from the switch to the load it will control. Also, you must ensure that the outlet's electrical circuit can accommodate the additional demand. 

Aluminum wiring can pose a fire risk as it can overheat, expand, and contract, leading to failing splices and loose connections. If your home has aluminum wiring, it requires careful maintenance and potential safety upgrades. The first step is to hire a licensed electrician to conduct a thorough inspection.

A complete replacement with copper wire is the safest option but can be very expensive and is not always necessary. Other safety measures and upgrades include:

  • Copper Pigtailing: A more budget-friendly option where a short section of copper wire is added to each end of the aluminum wire. This is only appropriate for certain homes.

  • Aluminum-Compatible Outlets: Installing outlets specifically designed for use with aluminum wiring.

  • Anti-Oxidant Paste: Applying this paste to connections to prevent oxidation.

Consulting with a qualified electrician is essential to assess the condition of your wiring and determine the most appropriate updates to meet current safety standards.

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