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C3 Electrical Contracting
4.8(
33
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Serving Saint James, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"C3 electrical installed a new 20 amp electrical outlet in my pantry. As well as the installation of a fireplace blower and a new upgraded exhaust fan in the bathroom shower area.. I can always trust that their work is done to electrical code and standards. I wholeheartedly recommend C3A electrical for any and all electrical projects."
Large Hanging Light
Service Equipment
Service Equipment
Low voltage lighting
Low voltage lighting

+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Now Electric, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Saint James, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Billy did a great job. He was prompt and professional. He made recommendations to keep costs down. We will utilize his services in the future. Thanks again Billy."
Response time8 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods
5.0(
11
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Serving Saint James, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1964

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Bart was Johnny on the spot with competitive pricing. He came out same day to look at the job and had estimate to me next day! His team came to the house and had everything installed in a day and half."
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
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Phillip Keith Davis
5.0(
3
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Serving Saint James, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Phillip installed my Tesla Wall Connector and knocked it out. Fair price, showed up on time, great communication, and the work was clean and professional. You can tell he does these regularly. Highly recommend."
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

When converting a standard 120-volt outlet to a 240-volt outlet, the only components you can typically reuse are the existing electrical box and the hole in the wall. Everything else—including the wiring, breaker, and receptacle—should be replaced to ensure both safety and efficiency. Appliances designed for 240 volts have different plug configurations that won’t fit into a standard 120-volt outlet, making it necessary to install a compatible 240-volt receptacle. This design helps prevent overloading or underloading the power available to any one outlet or circuit.

Yes, a whole-house surge protector needs a designated breaker in your electrical panel. You will need to choose a double pole breaker that has two wire terminals so that your surge protector can connect to the breaker. This breaker needs two breaker slots inside of your panel. If you do not have room, then you will either need to adjust some of the existing breakers in the panel box or hire an electrician to install a subpanel.

Inverter generators are designed to turn on the engine when your appliances demand more energy. This is in contrast to running at full capacity as soon as they’re turned on, like a standard portable generator does. So long as the wattage rating is high enough, an inverter can power a refrigerator just as well as a traditional generator.

An electrician can handle wiring issues with the garage door opener, like faulty connections, circuit problems, or sensor malfunctions, but they’re not the right person to hire for mechanical repairs. Garage door specialists handle things like broken springs, tracks, and panels, while electricians step in if there’s an issue with power supply, motor function, or safety sensors that aren’t responding correctly.

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