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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
372
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Scotland Neck, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"WB Lightning Rods did an excellent job installing lightening rods on our home. The owner stayed onsite the entire time to supervise the work. He took extra care to plan the rod and cable placement to ensure the proper protection and retain the aesthetics of our home. His crew were knowledgeable, polite, neat and efficient. We could not be more pleased with the results."
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
176 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Jernigan Electrical Service Company
4.2(
13
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Scotland Neck, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They came on time as promised with a crew large enough to do the job in a day, coordinated with the electric and gas companies and had us back on line that afternoon. Scott answered my questions and returned after the job to answer a few more. They did a good professional job."
Response time7 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Scotland Neck, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Needed fencing installed to keep groundhogs from taking up residence under our deck. Brady came up with a creative and complete solution that made sure the varmints were out and would not return. Would use again."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Modern Lightning Protection Co., Inc.
5.0(
1
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Scotland Neck, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Modern Lightning Protection, has been in the lightning protection business, since 1946! We have installed under the National Fire Protection Association and are Underwriters Laboratories compliant, with our lightning protection systems. We have worked on some of America's best known structures: \n \n � The Super Dome in New Orleans \n � The Monorail at DisneyWorld \n � The Dean Smith Center at UNC at Chapel Hill \n � The Orbiter Processing Facility at Cape Canaveral \n � The Eisenhower Mansion at Gettysburg, PA \n � The Statehouses of North & South Carolina\n\n \nJust to name a few.\n\nModern Lightning Protection, is fully staffed with:\n\n \n � Certified Journeyman \n � Master Installers \n � Designers \n\n \nModern is an Underwriters Laboratories listed installer company,\nUL ECMD Listing # 134186, and we are members of The Lightning Protection Institute.\n\n\n \n

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

You should never wire neutral and ground wires together at a light switch. Not only is it unsafe, but it’s also incorrect. The neutral and ground wires perform separate functions in an electrical circuit and should never be swapped or wired together at a light switch, light, or outlet. 

Yes, if something sparks when you plug it in or turn it on, it's important to unplug it immediately. A spark from an electrical appliance or device could indicate a short circuit, damaged wiring, or other electrical problems that could cause electrical fires or electrical shock. By unplugging the appliance, you can reduce the risk of electrical hazards and prevent damage to the device itself. It's important to avoid using the appliance until it has been inspected and repaired by a licensed professional to ensure that it’s safe to use.

There are a few reasons your lights may be on, but the rest of your electrical outlets and appliances are not working. The first is that while one circuit blew out, the lights may be on another circuit than your other electrical fixtures. Alternatively, your powerless appliances may be plugged into a GFCI outlet that was tripped and needs to be reset. If these issues aren’t responsible for the problem, you may have dead outlets or a wiring issue. Either way, you should contact an electrician to identify and fix the issue.

It wouldn’t be abnormal to view all wiring as simply wiring, but wiring has different gauges and can handle different loads. When you’re wiring for 240V, you need wire that is rated at least 240V, but honestly it’s better to spend a little more and just buy 300V wiring. This ensures a margin of safety in case the wiring gets overloaded.

If one plug in your outlet works but the other doesn't, it could be due to a few reasons. The outlet might have a loose or damaged internal connection on the non-working side. Another possibility is that the outlet is a split receptacle, with one half controlled by a wall switch that might be turned off. Additionally, debris or damage inside the non-working plug could prevent a proper connection. If you can't identify the issue, remember to prioritize safety. Replace the outlet or consult a professional electrician to ensure safety and proper functionality.

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