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Avatar for M.R. Stoner Electric, Inc.
M.R. Stoner Electric, Inc.
4.7(
194
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Serving Siler City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I have had good and back experiences with Home Advisor, with the good outweighing the bad. Stoner Electric was terrific. From the first contact to the last, the whole team was professional and very responsive to my request. Stoner Electric is my new pro for all things electric in my home and rental property."
Lighting Insallation
Plan 604
M.R. Stoner Electric Staff
Plan 600
Light Installation

+25

Response time10 hrs
147 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Aviles Electric LLC
5.0(
22
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Serving Siler City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Oscar put in a ceiling box light in my guest bathroom over my tub/ shower, when the shower curtain was closed before, there was much light inside, curtain was blocking light's from my vanity...but now Oscar fixed that for me, I have a bright LED light overhead of my tub/ shower! I am very thrilled to have this and Oscar and his helper did a great job, very professional, friendly, reasonably priced and cleaned up inside the tub and surroundings of any debri that came from their working. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Oscar Aviles Electric LLC for any electrical jobs, I have already discussed with him about doing another small job next week, putting in a LED light in the ceiling of my pantry. And in the future I will have him to come back again to put in more box ceiling lights in my kitchen ceiling to replace a ceiling fixture. I have uploaded a picture from his work today! Thank You and your helper Oscar!! Sharon Carroll Archdale, N.C."
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CGA Electric LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Siler City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"These guys did an awesome job called and they were at my house in less than a hour, very professional and friendly. Would recommend to anyone that has any electrical problems to call These people."
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Touch Communications
5.0(
14
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Serving Siler City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"GREAT…did a excellent job relocating a telephone in our business. could not have been more Pleased with Aaron’s prompt response and job well done."
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

While most electrical items can be plugged into a GFCI outlet, some appliances with internal or stationary motors, such as refrigerators, vent fans, and fluorescent lighting, can cause nuisance tripping. This happens because they experience a small, normal amount of current leakage, which can cause the GFCI to trip even when the appliance is working correctly. Although this is not a safety hazard, it can be inconvenient and may cause the GFCI outlet to wear out faster. For this reason, it is often better to plug these types of appliances into a standard outlet. Additionally, electrical circuits over 100 feet long can sometimes cause tripping. Some appliances, like hair dryers, have their own built-in GFCI protection, so connecting them to a standard outlet is fine.

To determine if an electrical outlet is blown, look for visible signs of damage such as a burning or smoky smell, burn marks, or a melted or discolored plastic cover. If you notice a burning smell, contact an electrician immediately. Other signs include a plug that keeps falling out or the outlet not working when you test it with different devices. For further troubleshooting, you can use a voltage tester or multimeter to check for power; a reading of zero indicates a problem. Also, check your circuit breaker or fuse box to see if the circuit was tripped and reset it if necessary. If these steps don't resolve the issue, the outlet may need to be replaced.

Upgrading a two-prong outlet to a three-prong outlet typically costs between $20 and $50 per outlet if the electrical box is already grounded. However, the cost can increase significantly if the system is not grounded, as this may require grounding the box or upgrading your electrical panel. Electricians generally charge between $50 and $100 per hour for labor, and the total cost for a more complex installation could range from $130 to $300.

By nature, two-prong outlets aren't grounded—but the box they run to might be, which makes them safer. The safest way to test if an outlet is grounded is to purchase a circuit tester, which cost about $20 at home improvement stores. 

If you discover your outlet (or outlets) aren't grounded, know that this greatly increases your risk of personal injury and electrical fires. You may want to consider installing new three-prong ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlets. On average, the cost to install GFCI outlets is about $210 per outlet.

The key difference between a circuit breaker versus a surge protector is that circuit breakers shield your entire electrical system from overcurrents and faults, while surge protectors defend your electronic devices against voltage surges and spikes. A circuit breaker interrupts the flow of electricity in a circuit when it detects an overload or short circuit, protecting the wiring from damage and preventing fires. In contrast, a surge protector shields electronic devices from voltage spikes, such as those caused by lightning strikes or power surges, preventing damage to the device’s inner mechanics.

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