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Avatar for Bob Daniels Electric
Bob Daniels Electric
4.5(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not Provided+19 more

Serving Boscawen, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They contacted us in a prompt timeframe, confirmed the appt, showed up and did the job all in one day for a reasonable fee. The new fan/ light for our bathroom looks great and they cleaned up after their work. They were pleasant and wore their masks the whole time. We will definitely call Bob Daniels Electric when we have another electrical project."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Electrical & Security Solutions, LLC
5.0(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+4 more

Serving Boscawen, NH and surrounding areas

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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!"
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Landscape lighting
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Landscape lighting

+10

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ECCO Electric, LLC
5.0(
7
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Boscawen, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Dustin, the owner of ECCO Electric, LLC was very friendly and knowledgeable. I hired him to upgrade my 200A service and install a generator interlock/plug. Very detail oriented and shows pride in his work. He ensured the work area was cleaned up after the job was done. He was reasonably priced given how extensive the upgrade ended up being. I d recommend ECCO Electric, LLC for future work."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Supercenter of New Hampshire
5.0(
15
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+2 more

Serving Boscawen, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team was extremely efficient organized and courteous. Workmanship was first rate and everything went exactly as they said it would. I would highly recommend the generator supercenter for such an important standby piece of equipment"
Completed 22kW Generac Standby Home Generator Installation -  With GenMon MobileLink installed, our 24/7 monitoring program which includes annual maintenance!
Automatic Transfer Switch Installed - shown on the left with the customers electrical panel on the right.
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

In the United States, home outlets support a standard 15 amps, but you can upgrade per outlet if necessary. Most single-family residential homes have a maximum overall amp rating, usually 100 to 200 amps. Very old houses may have less than 100 amps, but that’s rare. Large homes often come with amp services above 200 amps to support modern lifestyles.

You can use a double-pole switch for a regular light fixture, but it's unnecessary and won’t be the most efficient choice. A single-pole switch works perfectly for standard lights. Double-pole handle high-power appliances that require both hot wires to be disconnected. Using a single-pole switch for regular lights is more cost-effective, simpler, and more common in residential settings.

If you find the power cables for your appliances are too short, there are ways to extend them for the cost of just the extra wiring you need. Simply cut and strip your wires, solder them together, and cover them using heat shrink tubing. Not everyone has a soldering tool on hand, so if you’re looking to extend in a pinch, an extension cord, power bar, or surge protector can do the job just fine.

The average lifespan of a home electrical system is anywhere from 30 to 70 years or more, depending on the type of system you have. Modern electrical wiring, like aluminum or copper, can last 50 to 70 years while older types may need to be replaced sooner. Additionally, circuit breakers tend to last anywhere from 30 to 40 years, while electrical outlets need to be replaced every 10 to 25 years. 

Yes, you can use a dimmer switch with an LED fixture, but it must be a dimmer that is compatible with LEDs. Check the manufacturer’s information to ensure the dimmer works with LEDs, as not all dimmers are compatible with them. Many smart light switches accept LEDs, but be sure to read the details on the packaging.

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