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Eastern Electric, LLC
4.9(
25
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair

Serving Alton, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Friendly, professional, understanding, accommodating, and many more good things describe the person who did work for me from Eastern Electric. I will choose to hire Eastern Electric again."
Living Room Lighting
Kitchen Lighting
Dining Room Lighting
Entry Way Lighting
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Allpoints Electrical
5.0(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not Provided+18 more

Serving Alton, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have a very good impression of Mr. Morton and appreciate his efficiency and speed in getting my generator back in service. I have asked him to put me on his list for a yearly evaluation. I am trusting that the next time there is a power failure my generator will be back in operation."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical & Security Solutions, LLC
5.0(
13
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairFixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+4 more

Serving Alton, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tyler and his crew were amazing! Professional, on time, great communication, and the work is top notch! From first visit to get an estimate to cleaning up the job site, perfect! Thank you and highly recommend to anyone that is looking for electrical work!"
Landscape lighting
Landscape lighting
Landscape lighting
Landscape lighting
Landscape lighting

+10

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

If you’re wondering whether an electrical panel in the bathroom needs to be moved, the answer is yes. Due to the risks of shocks and electrical fires, electrical panels cannot be located in bathrooms per National Electric Code Volume 70. Additionally, gasses, vapors, liquids, and temperature fluctuations can all compromise the functionality of your electrical panel, so it’s important to install it in a dry, cool, safe, and easily accessible location.

Systems should be checked every 2-3 years or whenever signs of age appear, maintaining network integrity and safety at all times.

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.

Most people don’t think twice when using loose outlets, but they are a safety hazard. Loose outlets can cause issues with the flow of electricity in your home, resulting in electricity jumping from one connection point to another. When this happens, it can cause a spark that could start an electrical fire in your walls.

Yes, you must use the proper wire nut that fits your wire gauge. Using a wire nut that’s too big or too small can cause your connection to fail, short circuit, or disconnect entirely. Ensuring that you have the proper wire nut size will guarantee that your connection lasts as long as possible.

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