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Almeida Electric
4.8(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+1 more

Serving Avenel, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am really happy with my decision to hire Almeida electric for my electrical project at my home. I found Juan really nice contractor to work with. He understood our requirements very well and provided the best services. His assistant people were very nice people to work with. They are really professional and completed the project very nicely. Overall, Juan and his team are really nice people to work with. I will definitely rehire them again because of their professionalism and nice attitude towards client and work."
 Ceiling fan installation
 Electrical Box Upgrade
Replacement of old unsafe panel with new panel
 Installation of light fixture in foyer
 Installation of hallway light fixture

+7

Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Current Electric Contracting, LLC
4.3(
43
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+2 more

Serving Avenel, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Current Electric Contracting LLC was efficient and professional in their overall response to our issue. We had to have a few breakers replaced in our panel. Their pricing was fair. We will definitely keep them in our contractor database and hire them again."
Arisol Company
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Unless you’re a licensed electrician with extensive experience in upgrading electric panels, you must hire a professional for any electrical work. A licensed electrician will make sure your breaker is upgraded safely and in compliance with local codes. Your pro will also take care of any permits and inspections that are needed.

You can determine whether you have a double-pole switch by examining its wiring. Unlike single-pole switches, which have two brass-colored terminals, double-pole switches feature four. These switches are typically only found near high-powered appliances such as electric furnaces or water heaters. If you’re unsure what type of switch you have, contact a local electrician to confirm.

It’s recommended that you test GFCI outlets monthly with the test and reset buttons. At minimum, you should test GFCI outlets when entering a new season, or every three months. These are important home safety features that you should ensure work properly.

Several signs can indicate a light switch is bad. If the switch feels loose, slides down after you flip it, or requires multiple flicks to turn the light on, it may be failing. Other common indicators include flickering lights or a general failure to turn the light on or off. Pay attention to any unusual sounds, such as crackling, buzzing, or popping when you operate the switch. More serious signs, which can present a fire or shock hazard, include the switch feeling excessively warm or hot, sparking, smoking, or emitting a burning smell. If you notice any of these dangerous signs, stop using the switch immediately and call an electrician.

While not always necessary, wiring your circuit breaker in a certain way can ease both the installation process and use afterward. For starters, you’ll need to install the electrical panel so that the main service knockout aligns with the cable conduit. If they aren’t aligned, you may not have sufficient working space to finish running the wires. Using cable trays, on the other hand, gives you a bit more freedom to and flexibility in where and which direction you install the wires. At the end of the day, the power flow will be the same whether the cords run up or down.

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