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Avatar for Linville River Electric
Linville River Electric
5.0(
14
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Newland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joel has assembled a team of professional, friendly and excellent electricians, I cannot say enough good things about him and how he runs his company. They come when scheduled, exceed our expectations and leave us with no worries about our electrical systems and safety. We, too, are customers for life! Thank you Joel and team for another job well done!"
Kitchen lighting
Breaker Panel
Breaker Panel Rough In
Breaker Panel Rough In
Dropped Ceiling Lighting

+27

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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PRIORITY ELECTRIC AND LIGHTING, LLC
5.0(
6
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install+3 more

Serving Newland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

PRIORITY ELECTRIC AND LIGHTING, LLC We offer over 20 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as generator installs, wiring and panel upgrades, and a variety of other jobs. We take pride in our quality of work and our commitment to outstanding results. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods
5.0(
11
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Newland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1964

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Bart Hamilton was very professional. He submitted a written estimate to me, unlike my other two estimates. He answered questions promptly and courteously. Work was completed in a timely manner. Finally, and certainly not least, Hamilton Lightning presented the best value for a complete system. I highly recommend this company."
Chimney rod and conductor cable
Front of home,system is barely noticeable
Hiding the cables best we can
Rear of home
Work trailer

+4

Response time1 day
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
372
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Newland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Used this company previously and again it was a pleasure from beginning to end. I would give him 10 Stars if I could. Referred William to a close friend of mine and she was just as pleased. We both sleep better during our bad Florida thunderstorms. A friend of mine lost their home due to lightning. They got out just in time couldn’t save anything but their lives barely. I urge all to install lightning rods."
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
156 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Sloan Electric LLC
4.7(
12
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not Provided+16 more

Serving Newland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He showed up when he said he would, gave me an accurate estimate, and did a great job in a reasonable time frame. The next time I want electrical work done, this is the first place I'm calling."
Response time10 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Newland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in remodeling and repair work. With over 10 years of experience, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention of detail put into each of the projects we are involved in. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business practices. Have an emergency? You can count on us to answer the call and we will be happy to help. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today for a quote!

Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The most common gauge for indoor outlets around your home is 12- and 14-gauge wires. But if you’re working with larger appliances like ovens, washing machines, or dryers (all of which require more amplitude), you might find 10-, eight-, or six-gauge wires to help support those hefty appliances.

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.

Most standard residential water heaters, which are typically around 40 gallons and use 240 volts and between 3,500 and 5,500 watts, require a 30-amp, two-pole circuit breaker. For smaller, point-of-use water heaters using 120 volts and between 1,500 and 3,000 watts, a 30-amp breaker is also often adequate. However, some models may have different needs; units that use more watts than average may require a 40-amp breaker, while smaller units might only need a 20-amp breaker. Newer, tankless, or more energy-efficient models can also require a higher amperage. Having the correct breaker size is crucial for safe and efficient operation, so it's best to consult a licensed electrician to determine the specific needs of your water heater.

Most ceiling light fixtures only have a black, white, and green wire, but in some cases, you’ll also find a red wire in the box. This is a second hot wire, like the black wire, and is included for ceiling light kits that have a fan.

This depends on how many outlets you have and the current status of your electrical system. The cost to ground an outlet clocks in at $75 to $480 per outlet, so multiply that by the number of outlets in your home to arrive at a rough estimate. However, this is for simple projects with no obvious issues with the system. Your final bill could vary widely from your calculations.

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