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Avatar for Electrical & Security Solutions, LLC
Electrical & Security Solutions, LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by Consumer+4 more

Serving Orford, 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%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Orford, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"William and staff responded promptly to my request for service with reasonable pricing. They arrived at the house at the agreed upon time, were respectful of my property, explained the process and completed the work within the specified time frame. They were pleasant, easy to work with and installed a quality lightning rods system. I highly recommend them."
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
150 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Richard Hebert Master Electrician
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by Consumer+11 more

Serving Orford, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring/panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

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Levi Electric
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Orford, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Levi is a Master Electrician with over 10 years of experience in the electrical trade. He has primarily worked in high-end residential and custom homes, bringing strong expertise in electrical layout, lighting design, and coordination with insulation and building systems. Levi is highly knowledgeable in all aspects of residential electrical work, from rough-in to finish, and is committed to safe, code-compliant, and high-quality installations.

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Usually, your house panel is one of the key components that must be replaced when upgrading your amp service. In many cases, you will also need to upgrade your meter base as well as other electrical components.

You can run a small or basic standard-size refrigerator on a 15-amp circuit. But you should plug a modern, standard-size refrigerator into a 20-amp dedicated circuit. The refrigerator needs to be on a dedicated circuit, meaning it is the only appliance and outlet on that circuit breaker. This method prevents tripping the breaker and reduces the chance of an electrical fire. 

If you need to run a wire from the meter to the breaker box, start by turning off the power using the main switch to avoid injury risks from live wires. Then, locate the ground wire from your meter and connect it to the ground bar of the breaker box. Connect the neutral wire using the same method to improve your circuit efficiency.

Next, locate the hot wires running from the main switch to the meter. To connect them to the correct terminals from meter to breaker, unscrew the nuts of the breaker hotwire terminals, insert the positive hotwire, and ensure it’s firmly attached. Finally, secure the wires with electrical tape and wire tie cables before re-securing your breaker box. Keep in mind that this process can be dangerous, so don’t hesitate to hire a local electrician.

If you’re moving wires, installing new wires, or installing new fixtures in the space you’re insulating, then you will need to hire a licensed electrician to do that portion of the job for you. However, if you just intend on replacing old insulation or adding new insulation over existing insulation, then you don’t need to hire one. Your insulation installer will work around wiring, fixtures, outlets, and switches, even if they’re installing fiberglass batts in the voids where wires run. However, you will need an electrician if you suspect a problem with your wiring during the insulation work.

If a 240V appliance is connected to a 120V outlet, the lower voltage will cause that appliance to receive insufficient power. This may result in reduced performance, malfunctions, or even damage to the appliance's components. Depending on the size of your electrical circuit, you’ll likely need to reset a tripped circuit breaker at the very least.

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