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FatBoy Electrical Service, LLC
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+2 more

Serving Pine Knoll Shores, NC and surrounding areas

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"Bruce was very nice and professional, he was very up front about prices and gave me a great deal to do the job , he was willing to work with my schedule and came out less then a week after we set up the job ,and had everything taken care of the day his team came to my home , tech was very nice and made sure that everything was done correctly, I would recommend them to anyone and I would use them again for any future electric needs ."
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Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric of Jacksonville NC
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+6 more

Serving Pine Knoll Shores, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"We had a great experience working with Byron, during our home renovation. He didn’t just come in and do the electrical work, he took the time to offer thoughtful input that really helped us plan out our lighting and make decisions we’re very happy with. He was knowledgeable, professional, easy to communicate with, and incredibly easy to work with around our renovation schedule. Having someone who was flexible, dependable, and willing to share his expertise made the whole process so much easier. We’re very pleased with the finished work and would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and reliable electrician. We’ll definitely be calling him again for future projects!"
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Pine Knoll Shores, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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"William and staff responded promptly to my request for service with reasonable pricing. They arrived at the house at the agreed upon time, were respectful of my property, explained the process and completed the work within the specified time frame. They were pleasant, easy to work with and installed a quality lightning rods system. I highly recommend them."
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+79

Response time1 day
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Yes—if a breaker is old or damaged, it might not be able to detect power surges or electrical overload. If that happens, the breaker won’t trip. Instead, it will begin to overheat, putting your electrical system at risk of fire or total electrical failure. Circuit breakers don’t last forever, so you can proactively replace old or damaged breakers before they stop working.

GFCI stands for ground fault circuit interrupter, which means it has the ability to detect a ground fault and shut the circuit down before it creates hazards. General breakers may also do that because ground faults can cause overloads, but they’re more focused on amp overloads from any cause. GFCIs are often installed in specific outlets, but breakers can come with GFCI capabilities built in for broader ground fault protection.

While the National Electrical Code (NEC) does not set a strict limit, a common guideline is to have a maximum of eight outlets or receptacles on a 15-amp circuit. This rule of thumb, which equates to about one outlet per 1.5 amps, helps keep the total electrical load safely below 80% of the circuit breaker's capacity. It is important to consider the power demands of any devices or appliances that will be plugged in, as overloading a circuit can lead to tripped breakers or create a fire hazard. To ensure the safety and code compliance of your electrical system, consult with a licensed electrician.

Electric water heaters use a high amount of electricity, so they’re best for homeowners who subsidize their electric bill with solar or who live in an area with inexpensive electricity. For others, gas water heaters versus electric water heaters may be the more cost-effective solution, with the added bonus of heating water quickly and efficiently. No matter which you choose, you can lower your water temperature as low as possible to keep costs down.

Motion sensors are actually an eco-friendly option and don’t use as much electricity compared to other lighting sources. Motion sensor lights are always on “standby,” which requires a phantom source of power at all times, but for most sensor light models, this is only a small amount of electricity—typically around one watt of power.

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