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Avatar for Salt and Light Electric
Salt and Light Electric
4.7(
40
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Serving Valdese, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Salt & Light Electric has been our go-to for over a year across all new construction and remodel projects, and they?ve never let us down. They?re quick, dependable, and incredibly knowledgeable, and they?re always willing to pick up the phone when we need them. Their whole crew is friendly and easy to work with. We recommend them without hesitation!"
Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Walker Electrical Service L.L.C.
4.9(
51
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Serving Valdese, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am amazed with the professionalism and dedication of Walker Electric Service. Brandon Walker and his helper (Sorry, I do not remember his name) were on time, did an exceptional job and returned to make sure everything was working properly. They left the work area cleaner than it was to begin with. Absolutely brilliant work ethic, something that means a lot to me. I highly recommend Walker Electric Service!"
hot tub disconnect
conduit run to rear of home
ground reseeded
ground reseeded
ground reseeded

+25

Response time8 hrs
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Stickler's Electrical Service
5.0(
22
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Serving Valdese, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend this company. Anthony is very professional and does quality work. I will definitely be using him again for electrical work in the future."
Lighting Before
Lighting After
Power and wiring
interior
panel

+4

Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
All Wired Up Electrical Service
5.0(
6
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Serving Valdese, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Brian Curtis is amazing. He is super knowledgeable, arrived on time, accessed the situation and provided recommendations on repairs and service. I would highly recommend him for any necessary electrical work. Extremely professional and courteous. Thank you Brian !"
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mills Electric Company LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Valdese, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I hired Mills Electric to do my lighting upgrade. They were very thorough, polite, professional, and they answered any questions I had. I would highly recommend Mills Electric for your electrical needs."
Upstairs Dimmable lighting and fan
Upstairs Dimmable lighting and fan
Cabin fans and lighting
Cabin fans and lighting
Cabin fans and lighting

+6

Response time5 days
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for PRIORITY ELECTRIC AND LIGHTING, LLC
PRIORITY ELECTRIC AND LIGHTING, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Valdese, 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 time12 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Pellet stoves do require electricity to power their automated features, such as the pellet feeder, fans, and digital controls. However, their electricity consumption is relatively low compared to other household appliances. During a power outage, pellet stoves equipped with battery backup systems or manual ignition options can still operate, though fans and automatic feed mechanisms may not function. Have a backup heating plan in place for these situations, especially if you live in a region prone to severe weather events.

Switching the hot and neutral wires in an outlet or receptacle, a condition known as reverse polarity, is dangerous. While the outlet will still function and provide power, it creates a significant electrical shock hazard because anything plugged into it will remain electrified even when switched off. If you touch a conductive part of the appliance, such as the metal components of a toaster, you could receive an electric shock.

Wire color codes vary depending on the region. For instance, the United Kingdom has updated its wiring codes to match Europe's color system. The United States wiring color code is different, as is Australia's. Because the color code system isn’t universal, it’s essential to hire an experienced electrician to perform any electrical work to ensure it is done correctly.

It’s not recommended to turn off your breaker box in hopes of saving electricity. Breaker boxes were not designed to constantly be switched on and off. Therefore, turning off breakers unnecessarily can cause costly damage that outnumbers any energy savings. Only flip your breakers if absolutely necessary when troubleshooting an electrical issue.

No, you should always use proper electrical wire caps to safely cap off electrical wires. Electrical tape isn’t as durable as electrical caps and can deteriorate and separate over time, exposing the live wires. The only way to use electrical tape for this project is to wrap it around the caps themselves to reinforce them and create an even stronger connection, preventing an electrical emergency.

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