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Avatar for Ruban Electric
Ruban Electric
4.7(
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Electrical for Home Addition or Remodel - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+12 more

Serving Dorothy, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1920

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Warranties offered

"Ruban Electric worked with us to coordinate with weather and availability. They arrived on time and went right to work. I did not see any wasted time from either guy. Overall the job was done quickly and efficiently. The price was right and the work was very good. They cleaned up completely when they were done."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Wire Wiz Electrician Services
4.6(
102
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by ConsumerElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+10 more

Serving Dorothy, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

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Emergency services offered

"The guys did a great job! They installed the two attic outlets during the hottest weekend in the summer and our attic is not climate controlled by any stretch! For the bathroom fan and vent, they suggested an all in one fan and vent instead of cutting a second hole in the ceiling which i really appreciated! This made it necessary for them to come back another day since they needed to pick up the right size light/vent. Ref The replacement vanity light they called me to let me know that they would have to punch a hole in the drywall to do the wiring properly and that I would need to paint. They didn't just go ahead and do it which i also appreciated! Very professional. They discussed various options for venting the bathroom fan since i did not want them to punch another hole in our brand new roof. They did this without grumbling. Both the receptionist and the electricians' communication was stellar as they kept me posted on what was happening. Both times they came i was out of town and i felt comfortable leaving them alone in my home. The improvements they made to our home made it more functional, safer and more beautiful. I trust and highly recommend Wire Wiz."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Avatar for Best Dressed Electric
Best Dressed Electric
5.0(
32
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - InstallCeiling Fan - Install+14 more

Serving Dorothy, 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
Electrical Project
Wall box

+33

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kidder Enterprises, LLC
4.6(
139
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not Provided+9 more

Serving Dorothy, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

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Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend Ken for electrical work. We had our full electrical panel replaced and service upgraded with him. Before we had it done, we had an issue with the main breaker repeatedly tripping- leaving us without power. He came out the same morning and did a quick fix to hold us over until permitting- we were not without power for long, thanks to him. The panel replacement and service upgrade was not a quick job, but he stayed late until it was finished and we couldn’t be happier with the quality. His prices are reasonable, as well. I will be calling him if we need an electrician in the future!"
Response time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
J&B's Electrical Service and Contracting, LLC
4.8(
22
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install+4 more

Serving Dorothy, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The men who cane were courteous and efficient . They completed the jobs and set up The computer installation of my security light . I would definitely use this company again ."
Response time9 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Demari Electric
Demari Electric
5.0(
6
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Exterior Building Lighting - Repair - For Business

Serving Dorothy, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Steve was great! We had a bunch of electrical issues including some bad outlets. He was on time and finished our project quickly and professionally. He made some recommendations to us and the price was more than fair. I would recommend Steve for any size job."
Service upgrade
Kitchen remodel
Kit recessed
Dining room recessed
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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PDQ Electric Corporation
3.5(
36
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairFixed Generator - Repair+1 more

Serving Dorothy, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great Service! Picked up on second ring 4am in the morning! Very honest, and will provide you with correct diagnostic and prices (Ladies keep this company in your files!). Also, evaulated fire safety of my home which was very helpful. PDQ Electric Corp. also has excellent communication with the customer. Rate : 5 stars"
Recessed/Pendant Lighting
Sophisticated Lighting
Pathway/Wallwash Lighting
Existing Roof Solar
Accent Lighting

+31

Recommended by84%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
372
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Dorothy, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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Warranties offered

"We have been hit twice by lightning by God's grace either one hit our home however the last strike burnt art motorhome to the ground William was hired to install lightning protection lightning rods on our home and two out buildings he took the time to explain to us everything we needed to know answering every question professionally conducted himself in the utmost professional manner I would highly recommend lightning rods and even more highly recommended hiring William to do the job we are going to do an expansion later on and he will be the one and only contractor I will call to continue our lightning protection"
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
170 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Knob and tube wiring is old, and its casing is brittle. This means that it's possible to receive a dangerous electrical shock if you touch a live wire and essentially become an electrical pathway. Although the scenario is unlikely, touching any K&T wiring is simply not a good idea in any instance. Leave any wire handling to the professionals.

You should never plug a normal 120v appliance into a special 240v outlet, as it can quickly burn out the appliance. This will cause irreparable damage to the appliance and, in worse case scenarios, cause damage to your circuit breaker. Check your appliance’s rating before plugging it into a 220v outlet to avoid electrical disaster.

Yes, it's possible to have electrical receptacles and overhead lights on the same circuit. The reason is that lights typically use much less power than large appliances, so combining them won't overload your circuit. By doing this, you can distribute the power consumption throughout the breakers in your panel more efficiently, which can be helpful if you have a lot of different electrical devices in your home.

The number of outlets and lights you can safely run on a single circuit depends on the circuit's amperage and local electrical codes. A general rule is to allow one outlet or light fixture per 1.5 amps, keeping the total load under 80% of the circuit breaker's capacity. For example, a 15-amp circuit can typically support up to eight outlets or lights, while a 20-amp circuit can accommodate up to ten. Always consider the combined power usage of all connected devices and fixtures to prevent overloading. For specific guidelines and to ensure safety, it is best to consult local electrical codes or a licensed electrician.

It’s possible to distinguish a positive black wire from a negative black wire if you know what type of circuit the wires are in. If it’s an alternating current (AC), then black wires are positive. If it’s a direct current (DC), then black wires are negative. 

Sometimes, a circuit has two black wires. In that case, the positive black wire will be solid black while the negative black wire will have a white stripe on it. If you’re still unsure, you can use a multimeter to check.

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