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Avatar for Jason H. Pope Electrical Contractors, LLC
Jason H. Pope Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Carrboro, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jason Pope Electrical Contractors LLC did a great job on the initial project I needed to have done. I was so pleased, I hired them to take care of several other electrical projects."
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+32

Response time3 hrs
146 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric LLC.
4.5(
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Serving Carrboro, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1951

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Elvin Bishop the technician and also the owner of Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric, Corp. went out of their way to help me rectify a serious problem with a one-year-old AC unit. They did not have to help me, but they did I am extremely grateful for helping me solve a difficult situation I am extremely grateful."
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Response time6 hrs
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
The Electric Solution
4.6(
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Serving Carrboro, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

At The Electric Solution, we specialize in providing cutting-edge electrical solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With a strong commitment to sustainability, safety, and efficiency.\nOur team comprises experienced professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional service and expertise in all areas of electrical systems, from design and installation to maintenance and upgrades. We pride ourselves on our customer-centric approach, ensuring that we fully understand and address the unique requirements of each project.

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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JR Electrical & General Service, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Carrboro, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Here at, JR Electrical & General Service, Inc., we sustain our business on quality and integrity. We are experts in our trade and our commitment to quality from beginning to end of your project. We look forward to earning your business. Call us anytime with any questions you may have. Thanks for your time and have a great day.

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Steady Hand Electrical, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Carrboro, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My EV charger installation and related electrical work was fast and efficient and the price was reasonable. I would not hesitate to use Steady Hand again in the future for electrical needs."
Nema 14-50 Outlet
Hardwired Tesla EV Charger
Hardwired Rivian EV Charger
Nema 14-50 Outlet Install
Hardwired Tesla EV Charger

+3

Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Electric Solution
4.6(
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Serving Carrboro, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

At The Electric Solution, we specialize in providing cutting-edge electrical solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With a strong commitment to sustainability, safety, and efficiency.\nOur team comprises experienced professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional service and expertise in all areas of electrical systems, from design and installation to maintenance and upgrades. We pride ourselves on our customer-centric approach, ensuring that we fully understand and address the unique requirements of each project.

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

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.

Usually, your house panel is one of the key components that must be replaced when upgrading your amp service. In many cases, you will also need to upgrade your meter base as well as other electrical components.

Incorrectly wiring a single-pole switch results in the connected light or device not turning on or tripping the circuit breaker. Although it doesn't matter which terminal the hot wire and the load wire connect to, mixing up a circuit wire with a ground or having loose connections can prevent the switch from working. 

You may be able to spot common electrical dangers yourself, but it’s best to hire an electrician to diagnose and fix the issue. For example, you may be able to DIY small electrical fixes, like replacing an electrical outlet, but major electric repairs or replacements should be left to a professional electrician.

Smart light switches are designed to be compatible with most lights and traditional home wiring, but there are several key factors to check. First, verify your home's wiring, as some smart switches require a neutral wire to operate, which may not be present in older houses (often built before 1985). Always check the wiring requirements for the specific model you choose. Second, consider your light bulbs; while smart switches work with almost any light, using a dimming feature requires dimmable bulbs, such as dimmable LEDs. Finally, ensure you have the necessary network connection. Most smart switches need a Wi-Fi connection for remote control, but some older models might use other standards like ZigBee, which would require a compatible hub.

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