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Best Dressed Electric
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+14 more

Serving Allentown, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

"I recently had Best Dressed Electric replace my doorbell chime and fix some lighting issues in my home, and I’m extremely satisfied with the service. They were prompt, courteous, and efficiently resolved both issues. The doorbell chime works perfectly now, and the lighting is brighter than ever. I highly recommend them for their excellent workmanship and professionalism. Thank you for your excellent work!"
Electrical Project
Home Automation Project
Home Automation Project
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Wall box

+33

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electric Power Inc
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station InstallationElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business+10 more

Serving Allentown, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

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Our electric service was ripped off our home during a storm and we lost full electrical service to the home. Joe from Electric Power came promptly, coordinated with the Township as well as the power company and began repairing our service the next day. They were professional and delivered such high quality service. They responded to my calls and texts and were incredibly sensitive to the needs of my 80 year old mother. They explained everything that needed to be done in detail.  I would definately use them again and would highly recommend them to anyone. 
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Response time5 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kingdom Electric
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+23 more

Serving Allentown, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Emergency services offered

"I have used Kingdom electric for the past 4 years from hanging a chandelier, Electric for all pool grounding and electrical work, TV hook up, hard wire for smoke detectors, Outside lighting. The team , Anthony Nick and Mario were not only amazing to work with, showed up when they said and stand by their work. Highly recommend them for all your electric needs!"
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Response time11 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Franzo Electric and Construction, LLC
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by Consumer

Serving Allentown, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"This was my first Tesla (Model Y) and needed to install the wall connector in my garage. That required running wires from my electric panel in the basement to my garage. In addition I wanted to future-proof to accommodate a second electric car (in future). Ryan was absolutely fantastic from very start to finish. He clearly understood my needs, suggested most appropriate solution/plan and executed the plan to perfection in a timely manner. Quality work at reasonable price. Ryan is a true professional who is quick to respond and a good person that you can trust. I highly recommend Ryan and can vouch for his work."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ILL Electrical Services
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeFixed Generator - InstallCeiling Fan - Install+19 more

Serving Allentown, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"Renaldo is fantastic. We had a variety of electrical needs for a large renovation. He was professional, flexible with changes and overall great with all of our requests. He has a great personality and extremely knowledgeable. Will always call him for our future electrical needs."
100 amp meter replacement
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Response time7 hrs
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

String lights require electricity, but not an excessive amount, especially when compared to other lighting fixtures. LED rope lights, for instance, consume around one watt per foot. Running six or seven light strings simultaneously should only cost you around $10 to $15 each month. You can save even more money by remembering to turn off your lights during daylight hours. 

The color code for the common sprinkler wire is white, and then you can assign the remaining color codes to the rest of the wires for different sprinkler zones. For example, you could use red for the first zone, then blue for the second, and so on.

Color-coding helps you keep track of which wires go to specific zones so that you or a pro can address any issues or repairs quickly. Check your local electrical code for any requirements regarding sprinkler wire colors.

It is possible to change a light fixture by only flipping the light switch, but it’s better to be safe than sorry. Exercising extra caution when working with electricity is always important. Take the extra few minutes at your electrical box to cut the power at the circuit breaker. Once you’ve flipped the circuit breaker and the light switch, use a voltage tester to confirm the power has been turned off.

There are a few telltale signs that it’s time for a replacement. You should consider an upgrade if:

  • Your panel is over 25 years old

  • You’re adding a new electrical system

  • Your current system doesn’t offer the power you need

  • Your home is a jungle of power strips

Yes, one wire is always hot on the 3-way switch, meaning it carries the electricity from the power source to the switch. If you have a 3-wire cable in your home, you have two hot wires, or line wires, coming from the power source. Typically, you’d connect the hot black wire from the power source to the traveler wire and the hot red wire from the power source to the first 3-way switch. For the second 3-way switch, you’d then connect the hot black traveler wire to the switch.

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