"Over the years I have used Mr. Electric for ALL of my electrical needs. The company employees are friendly, professional and very knowledgeable! Highly recommend them!!!"
""MARIO is THE EXPERT!!! He provides exceptional work and service in everything he does!!! Heâ s completed numerous electrical projects on our home and every time he exceeds our expectations!! Our first job with Mario was an urgent new plug for air conditioning during a crazy summer heat wave. He squeezed us into his busy schedule and had us cooled off in no time! Since then, heâ s fixed all kinds of problems such as adding lights and fans to our outdoor patio. He has years of experience and has amazing patience that guides him through whatever surprises your house may try to toss his way. Marios' work is meticulously planned out and executed to perfection! I have never worked with a contractor that had better communication or pride in his work!! Thank you Mario, we love what you have done for our home."
"We are so happy we found Steve!! We have had several electricians out to fix different issues, and none of them got it right until we hired Steve. He even found a seriously dangerous electrical issue that we didnâ t know we had! Iâ m keeping him on speed dial, heâ s honest, fair priced, and he knows what heâ s doing!"
"Ed was on time. Trouble shot problem and installed electrical outlet in less than an hour. Price is what was quoted and less than expected. Highly recommended."
"kitchen island was not wired and to get electrical to island, required cutting of floor and wall to run electrical. Can now use electrical kitchen applicants on the island. Very happy with project."
"Mr. Corrigan and sons were very professional and installed the lightning rod system quickly and with attention to detail, using all copper. Very pleased with this company."
"Jim for Donhohues Lightning Rods installed the lightning rod system in my home. When the work was done I was very happy as their installer came as per promised time, and perform the work. Before giving them the work Jim completely sold me their work ethics, quality, and service. There was a minor issue and his team took complete ownership of this issue and talked to me in detail. They provide a very good explanation to satisfy me. I am a happy customer."
"Aaron went above and beyond on my yard. He paid extra attention to the overgrown areas and made my yard look so nice and clean. I definitely recommend him and will be utilizing his company in the near future for fencing and yard work. He takes great pride in his work and it shows! Give his small business a shot, you won’t be disappointed!"
Installing a circuit breaker is best handled by a local professional electrician. This project requires following strict electrical codes, and might even involve permits. Not only can electrical work be dangerous, but without the proper training that a pro will have, you could cause further damage to your home’s electrical system.
Yes, you can plug an extension cord or an outlet extender into a GFCI outlet. The GFCI outlet will still be able to protect your system in the same way.
If your breaker box won’t reset, stay on, trips when overloaded, or gets seriously damaged, you will need to replace the breakers or possibly the entire panel. A damaged breaker can lead to a fire, so it’s best to err on the safe side and look into replacement. Hire a professional electrician to replace a breaker box to ensure your personal and property safety.
Upgrading your electrical panel is often worth the cost for safety, improved electrical performance, and potential long-term savings. A primary benefit is preventing electrical fires and other hazards from a malfunctioning panel, ensuring your household's safety. An upgraded panel also provides a steady flow of electricity, eliminating issues like flickering lights and frequently tripped breakers. It allows you to connect additional appliances without overloading the system, which is especially beneficial for older homes with 100-amp service that are prone to overheating. If you run large appliances like central air conditioning, heating systems, hot tubs, or saunas, you might consider upgrading to a 300- or 400-amp service to meet the higher electrical demand. Furthermore, an upgrade can lead to long-term savings on energy bills and potentially lower insurance costs.
The average cost to hire an electrician is around $350. However, every electrical job varies in scope, materials, and labor involved, so while you will likely pay anywhere between $85 and $1,100 for standard jobs, a project like rewiring a house can cost up to $30,000. You might also pay slightly higher prices if you need emergency work done or if the work involves accessing a hard-to-reach area in your home, like an attic or cramped crawlspace. You should ask your electrician for an estimate before agreeing to the work.
The Gulf Hills, MS homeowners’ guide to electrical services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Before you hire a licensed electrical contractor, you should learn the cost to run electric from the road to your house so you can budget for the project.
Is it time to upgrade your electrical panel? For the sake of safety, find out sooner than later by exploring our top signs that it’s time for an upgrade.
