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Robert Electrical Services
4.9(
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Serving Candia, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding, Marty helped us troubleshoot why we lost electricity in two rooms. He was always upfront with the potential causes and gave us options to correct. This is our second time hiring Marty and definitely won't be the last. Professional, knowledgeable and reasonably priced."
Martin Robert - In Business Since 2003.
Tesla EV Charging Station Installation
New detached garage power project
Generac Power Systems 7.5Kw Standby Generator Installation
New Power to detached garage

+6

Response time2 days
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Pellerin Electric, LLC
4.6(
84
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Serving Candia, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great company with great employees. They were on time, and with their tight schedule they managed to get right out to my home. I would definitely recommend Pellerin Electric to friends and family. Thanks guys!"
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Preferred Electrical Services, LLC
4.6(
16
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Serving Candia, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mat was very professional and did a great job installing out transfer switch for our generator. We have already recomended him to a friend, and we also look forward to having him to come back to install a celiing fan. We highly recommend this services."
Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Krafton Electric, LLC
4.6(
120
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Serving Candia, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Dave stepped in to rescue us from the cold of winter when we first moved into our new (old) home. He installed baseboard and blower heaters after adding a new breaker box and correcting many miss-wires. He installed overhead fans and lighting fixtures. He does professional electrical work."
kitchen renovation
kitchen renovation
existing 100 amp service panel
old and existing circuit breaker electrical panel
existing

+5

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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ARETE ELECTRIC
5.0(
20
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Serving Candia, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Arete’s team was incredibly professional and efficient. They completed my HVAC job in a timely manner and beat competitor’s pricing. Their team was very respectful of my home and even wiped the floor after each day’s work. Every member of the team was kind and respectful. Will certainly work with them again in the future for any of my HVAC/electrical needs."
Response time3 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by5%of homeowners
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ALL SOLUTION ELECTRIC LLP
5.0(
14
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Serving Candia, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris was an exceptional worker explained everything fully and what The job entailed professionalism every step of the way and provided electrical services at a fair in reasonable price"
Response time3 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The light that your ceiling light gives off will largely depend on the type of light bulb that’s installed in it. If you’re looking to brighten a dark room, LED bulbs are the way to go. LED bulbs will emit the most light while also using less energy than standard bulbs. They can last up to 50,000 hours and will need to be replaced much less often than standard bulbs.

GFCI outlets should be clearly labeled with LINE and LOAD labels, with arrows leading to the proper terminals. The line terminals are typically at the top, and the load terminals are typically at the bottom.

It can be safe to buy or live in a house with knob and tube (K&T) wiring, but only if the system is in good condition, functional, and has been thoroughly inspected and approved by a licensed electrician. Never purchase a home with K&T wiring without getting a professional electrical inspection first.

Key considerations include:

  • Safety and Condition: An inspector will verify that the wiring is safe and has not deteriorated. Over time, the insulation can wear away, leaving exposed wires that pose a significant fire or shock hazard.

  • System Capacity: The electrical service should be at least 60 amps. However, even at this capacity, K&T systems often struggle to handle the demands of modern appliances and electronics.

  • Lack of Grounding: Knob and tube wiring is an ungrounded system, which is a safety concern for many modern devices.

  • Ongoing Maintenance: If you live in a home with K&T wiring, it's recommended to have it inspected by an electrician every one to two years to ensure it remains in safe working order.

Ultimately, any inspection or modification of a knob and tube system should always be performed by a certified professional.

Professional services ensure safe installations, reliable repairs, and compliance with codes emphasizing safety in electrical networks.

No, both switches do not need to be on for a 3-way switch to work. When the two switches are in opposite positions, the circuit is open and the light is off. Flipping either switch closes the circuit and turns the light on. So, either switch can turn the light off independently, and both switches do not need to be in the same position for the switch to function.

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