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Eickmann Electric
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Serving Fairbury, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Eickmann Electric LLC provides electrical contracting services to southeast Nebraska and surrounding areas. We have experience in residential, commercial, and agricultural electrical jobs. We pride ourselves in great customer service; from always calling you back to getting the job done quick and efficiently. Our team is small, but we bring several years of experience in the electrical field. \n

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Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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HelloTech: Tech Support To Your Door
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Serving Fairbury, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company is obviously nationwide and hires local contractors.  I trusted Agies List that all contractors are licensed, bonded and have background checks.  This person was a handyman and not qualified to wall mount, conceal wires, add electrical outlet.  He  spend five hours in my home, for a job that should have taken two hours and left the area in a disaster.  The TV was hung close to the ceiling, the wires were hanging down from the TV, and the receiver was sitting on top of a plaster box because the cord was too short.  He was obviously not qualified to install TV wall mounts.  I have photos.    As soon as he left, I called Best Buy Geek Squad.  They were able to come out the next day and mount the TV professionally.  I have used the geek squad in Virginia and they are highly qualified.  They charge more than this nationwide company but you get what you pay for.  I called Angies List the day after the disaster and said i did not want to rate this company but I wanted to talk to a manager. No one called me to apologize. I have cancelled my membership.  Do not use this company unless you can be assured that the local contractor is qualified and is licensed.  You should never let anyone into your home that has not had background checks.
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Saline Valley Insulation
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Serving Fairbury, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was fantastic, they came in and gave us a quote They did all the necessary steps and got it done faster than I expected and quite honestly our electricity bill decrease because of it. If anybody needs insulation they're the best one to call."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AIO Integrations LLC
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Serving Fairbury, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"There were many things wrong in my computer (my fault and letting grandchildren on computer) Robert was so helpful, gave me many good instructions to keep everything safe, which I have written down, feel like I have a new computer. He was so excellent and experienced, took his time and was meticulous about what needed to be done. He was a pleasure to work with and I will use this company again! Linda Disy"
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Mammoth Electric, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Fairbury, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Aaron from Mammoth Electric was very friendly and professional. We hired him to replace our ceiling fan. He ran into issues as we have an older home. He handled the problem very well. 100% would recommend and we will be hiring him in the future."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Aluminum wiring can pose a fire risk as it can overheat, expand, and contract, leading to failing splices and loose connections. If your home has aluminum wiring, it requires careful maintenance and potential safety upgrades. The first step is to hire a licensed electrician to conduct a thorough inspection.

A complete replacement with copper wire is the safest option but can be very expensive and is not always necessary. Other safety measures and upgrades include:

  • Copper Pigtailing: A more budget-friendly option where a short section of copper wire is added to each end of the aluminum wire. This is only appropriate for certain homes.

  • Aluminum-Compatible Outlets: Installing outlets specifically designed for use with aluminum wiring.

  • Anti-Oxidant Paste: Applying this paste to connections to prevent oxidation.

Consulting with a qualified electrician is essential to assess the condition of your wiring and determine the most appropriate updates to meet current safety standards.

Yes. You should always turn off the power to the work area before beginning, use a voltage tester to ensure it’s off, and wear protective gear, such as insulated gloves or safety glasses, to prevent risk of injury. Proper wiring and grounding techniques are also necessary to make sure the job is done right the first time and won’t harm any future homeowners. 

A ceiling light will usually have two or three wires: black, white, and sometimes green. Black wires are positive, or hot, while white wires are negative, or neutral. The green wire is the grounding wire. 

When you’re wiring the light, connect black to black, white to white, and green to the grounding screw.

Aluminum wiring can pose a significant fire risk because it tends to expand, contract, and overheat, leading to failing connections and splices. If your home has aluminum wiring, it doesn't always require a complete replacement, but you must take safety precautions. The first step is to hire a licensed electrician to conduct a thorough inspection. Based on their findings, you have several options:

  • Full Replacement: The safest but most expensive solution is to replace all aluminum wiring with copper.

  • Copper Pigtailing: A more budget-friendly option, suitable for certain homes, involves adding a short section of copper wire to the end of each aluminum wire at connection points.

  • Other Safety Upgrades: Your electrician may also recommend installing aluminum-compatible outlets and applying an anti-oxidant paste to connections to prevent corrosion.

Consulting a professional will help you determine the best course of action to ensure your home's wiring meets current safety standards.

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.

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