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Gowdy Electric
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+12 more

Serving Mcadenville, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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"Gowdy’s team was professional, prompt, and prepared. They are my go to electrical company for scheduled as well as emergency electrical work after hours. From tenant buildouts to parking lot lighting they handle it all. I recommend them to everyone."
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Mr. Electric of Gastonia
4.7(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair

Serving Mcadenville, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Electric is a highly professional company, veteran owned and run, and take their business seriously. It was refreshing to have a contractor show up when and where they were supposed to and ready to work. They were efficient, courteous, and solved problems that arose quickly."
Power Pole, 25 years old
New power pole
Ceiling light with built in heater
New circuit in kitchen
New Pendant Lights

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Response time4 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Yes, a faulty or broken light switch can be a serious fire hazard. Malfunctioning switches, often due to loose connections, exposed wiring, or overheating, can cause sparking or arcing. If you hear a crackling, popping, or hissing sound when you use the switch, it indicates live electricity arcing inside, which is a significant hazard that can ignite nearby flammable materials. If you suspect your light switch is faulty, turn off the power to that circuit at the breaker and contact a qualified electrician to remedy the issue.

The cost of fixing faulty wiring depends on the type of repair required. Replacing an electrical service line, for example, can cost up to $500. Rewiring an entire house will cost at least several thousand dollars. Replacing old wiring like knob and tube wiring will be even more expensive, but fortunately that kind of outdated wiring is fairly rare. Always get an estimate from a reliable electrician to learn the cost details. 

If you’re replacing wires from an electrical meter box to the breaker box, you may also consider installing a new meter or replacing or repairing the breaker box . You can tell if the circuit breaker is bad if you’re dealing with tripping or worrisome burning smells. Both projects should also be handled safely by a licensed electrician.

The Occupational Safety and Home Administration (OSHA) requires an electrical panel to have a minimum of three feet (36 inches) of room from the front of the panel to the closest obstacle. In this case, the word obstacle refers to nearly everything, including walls, machines, and other fixed objects. Additionally, panels require at least 6½ feet of headroom in the area directly in front of the fixture. These requirements help ensure safe use of the panel and allow electricians plenty of room to work.

It’s possible to distinguish a positive black wire from a negative black wire if you know what type of circuit the wires are in. If it’s an alternating current (AC), then black wires are positive. If it’s a direct current (DC), then black wires are negative. 

Sometimes, a circuit has two black wires. In that case, the positive black wire will be solid black while the negative black wire will have a white stripe on it. If you’re still unsure, you can use a multimeter to check.

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