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Chad Woods
4.9(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+3 more

Serving Litchfield, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am so happy to have found such a great electrician to help us with our home. He was prompt, honest, very smart and experienced and reasonably priced . He made our electrical problems simple. I was extremely impressed.."
Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Preferred Electrical Services, LLC
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairFixed Generator - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+5 more

Serving Litchfield, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Preferred Electric came right out to provide me with an estimate, which was lower than others and he seemed professional, so I hired him. He was able to perform the work within 2 weeks. He came and did the work himself. He installed the bath fan and kitchen curciuts as requestd. I then had him come back to install the smoke and CO2 Alarms in the house."
Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ARETE ELECTRIC
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by Consumer+5 more

Serving Litchfield, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

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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 time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by5%of homeowners
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Electrical & Security Solutions, LLC
5.0(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairFixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+4 more

Serving Litchfield, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

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"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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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Hewson Electric LLC
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install+2 more

Serving Litchfield, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with Hewson Electric! They were professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everything was done correctly. They were responsive, showed up when they said they would, and took the time to explain everything. I really appreciated the quality of their work and how easy they made the whole process. I would definitely recommend Hewson Electric to anyone looking for reliable electrical work!"
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Outlets with only two slots have no ground connection. That’s more common on very old outlets, which means it’s more likely the outlet won’t be polarized. You’ll have to closely examine the slots to see if there’s a size difference indicating polarization. Keep in mind outlets this old are usually out of code and should be replaced if you’re doing any electrical work.

You should not attempt to disable a smoke alarm unless you’ve already activated a replacement unit. To stop a hardwired smoke alarm from beeping, reset the device or silence the alarm. If you’re removing a hardwired alarm, shut off the power, turn the unit counterclockwise to remove it from the ceiling, and disconnect the wiring.

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.

If you have a tank-type electric water heater, it runs regularly to keep the water at the desired temperature. If you live in a home where you don’t use much hot water, it could seem wasteful to run power to heat water that you’re using infrequently. You could save some power by using a smaller tank, insulating the tank, or lowering the temperature of the water heater.

A faulty light switch can trip a breaker due to circuit overload or a short circuit. A faulty light switch may not always trip a breaker, so don’t use that as your only sign that something’s wrong. Always investigate the cause of a switch that isn’t working properly, feels hot to the touch, or is making unusual noises.

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