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First Wave Electrical
4.7(
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Serving Florham Park, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Michael owner of "First Wave Electrical is a very Professional, Qualified electrician. He upgraded my electric panel from 60 amp power to 100 amp power. His work is professional. He cleaned up the work area up when he completed the project. His pricing is reasonable and fair. I highly recommend his work. I will be calling him back to do more projects that I need done."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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First Class Electric
4.8(
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Serving Florham Park, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend First Class Electric. I called this morning and by 10 am Joey the technician was calling me confirming he was on his way. The operator who made the appointment was very friendly and helpful. The technician Joey was very knowledgeable and friendly. He is an asset to your company! He understood what needed to be done and explained his plan. He made sure I was satisfied and answered every question. I will definitely use this company again but I want Joey to be the technician. Thank You!!!"
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Best Dressed Electric
5.0(
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Serving Florham Park, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeremy was quick to respond, arrived right on time, and did a phenomenal job faster than most others would. He was very neat and professional and I highly recommend his services to anyone looking to have an electrical project completed."
Electrical Project
Home Automation Project
Home Automation Project
Electrical Project
Wall box

+33

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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B-Tec Electric Co LLC
5.0(
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Serving Florham Park, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great job! All work was completed in a timely fashion, all work areas left clean. Friendly and knowledgeable. Will definitely use these guys again when I need electrical work done."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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North Crest, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Florham Park, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Best electrician ever!!! Ken did a full overhaul of our building's electrical system to bring it up to current standards. He recommended new LED lighting making a world of difference."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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RAP Electric Co., Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Florham Park, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company RAP Electric Co.is the most honest service co.I 've ever dealt with in my life!The owner Roy fixed the electric problem I had in my house,great person to have work done if you have electric problems!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Power Mac, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Florham Park, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Eli did a great job fixing the electrical wiring/installing lighting fixtures in our kitchen. He was easy to communicate with and was able to get the job down very quickly, with short notice. We will definitely contact him for future projects."
Hand Blown one of kind light fixture
New Panel
Work Shop
Work Shop
Work Shop

+2

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Outdoor outlets should be at least 15-amp, but preferably 20-amp. The exact rating will depend on the electrical load of the devices that will be plugged into the outlet and the capacity of the circuit. It's important not to overload the circuit, which can cause safety hazards such as tripped breakers or electrical fires. In general, a circuit rated for at least 20 amps is recommended for outdoor outlets, while each outlet should be rated for at least 15 amps.

No, you should always use proper electrical wire caps to safely cap off electrical wires. Electrical tape isn’t as durable as electrical caps and can deteriorate and separate over time, exposing the live wires. The only way to use electrical tape for this project is to wrap it around the caps themselves to reinforce them and create an even stronger connection, preventing an electrical emergency.

Hiring a professional electrician to wire a house costs anywhere from $1,500 to $10,000 or more depending on the size and complexity of the project. Most professional electricians charge $50 to $100 per hour. While the extra expense is significant, it’s worth it to ensure the safety of your home’s electrical system. 

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.

Most standard residential water heaters, which are typically around 40 gallons and use 240 volts and between 3,500 and 5,500 watts, require a 30-amp, two-pole circuit breaker. For smaller, point-of-use water heaters using 120 volts and between 1,500 and 3,000 watts, a 30-amp breaker is also often adequate. However, some models may have different needs; units that use more watts than average may require a 40-amp breaker, while smaller units might only need a 20-amp breaker. Newer, tankless, or more energy-efficient models can also require a higher amperage. Having the correct breaker size is crucial for safe and efficient operation, so it's best to consult a licensed electrician to determine the specific needs of your water heater.

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