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First Class Electric
4.8(
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Serving Mountain Lakes, 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!!!"
Generator
Generator
Generator
Generator
Generator

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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Best Dressed Electric
5.0(
32
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Serving Mountain Lakes, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Awesome. Work was done quickly and carefully with the whole process being explained. My smart switches were set up and tested before the job was complete."
Electrical Project
Home Automation Project
Home Automation Project
Electrical Project
Wall box

+33

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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B-Tec Electric Co LLC
5.0(
166
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Serving Mountain Lakes, 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 time7 hrs
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Anzalone Electric & Lighting, LLC
4.9(
110
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Serving Mountain Lakes, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Scott, Was accommodating to my outlet and ceiling fan needs. He showed up on time. Did the job right and at a fair price. I would definitely use Anzalone Electric and Lighting again for future electrical work."
Finished panel
Electric Tie in
installing breakers
The old mast
Response time8 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
R.A.P Electric Company Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Mountain Lakes, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: True professional

"If you're looking for an honest and knowledgeable electrician, R.A.P. Electric Company is the real deal. When my master bathroom outlets suddenly lost power, I spent hours checking breakers, outlets, and GFCIs without finding the problem. After contacting R.A.P. through Angi, I expected a service call and a bill. Instead, the electrician took the time to ask a few questions and patiently guided me through troubleshooting over the phone. He helped me locate a forgotten GFCI outlet in my basement that had tripped and was causing the problem. Once I reset it, everything worked perfectly. Many electricians could have charged me for a house call to perform a 30-second fix. Instead, R.A.P. chose honesty and customer service over making a quick dollar. That level of integrity is rare these days. I will definitely use R.A.P. Electric Company for any future electrical work and highly recommend them."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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RAP Electric Co., Inc.
4.6(
137
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Serving Mountain Lakes, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Roy was excellent took the time to find and solve my electrical problem. It was not easy to find. Explained process. Very curtious. Contacted me twice afterwards to make sure problem was solved."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Hi Tech Electric
4.5(
78
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Serving Mountain Lakes, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bill and his team were excellent! After coming by to give a free quote, we scheduled the job. They arrived on time, were extremely friendly, and answered all of my questions. The work was efficient, quick, and little to no mess. Will be sending them more business very soon. Highly recommend to anyone needing electrical work done."
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

While most electrical items can be plugged into a GFCI outlet, some appliances with internal or stationary motors, such as refrigerators, vent fans, and fluorescent lighting, can cause nuisance tripping. This happens because they experience a small, normal amount of current leakage, which can cause the GFCI to trip even when the appliance is working correctly. Although this is not a safety hazard, it can be inconvenient and may cause the GFCI outlet to wear out faster. For this reason, it is often better to plug these types of appliances into a standard outlet. Additionally, electrical circuits over 100 feet long can sometimes cause tripping. Some appliances, like hair dryers, have their own built-in GFCI protection, so connecting them to a standard outlet is fine.

Qualified, licensed electricians will charge from $50 to $100 per hour. The cost to hire an electrician for emergency visits may range from $100 to $200 per hour because this urgent service usually takes place during off hours and may require an electrician to leave or reschedule jobs they’re currently working on. Scheduling work on holidays or during periods of high customer demand, like after a major storm, will also lead to higher rates or extra fees.

There are several reasons why an electrical outlet would suddenly stop working, including:

  • Broken parts in the outlet

  • Outlet burnout

  • Circuit breaker tripped

  • Damaged circuit breaker

  • GFCI outlet tripped

  • Damaged or loose wires

  • Failed connectors

  • Appliance failure

How far you can run underground electric depends on the wire gauge (generally AWG) and the circuit voltage. Too much voltage drop in an electrical circuit can negatively affect performance, so the smaller the voltage drop, the better. Ideally, it shouldn't exceed 3%. The smaller the wire and the longer the run, the more significant the voltage drop. 

For example, with a 120-volt circuit, you can run 60 feet of 12 AWG cable without losing more than 3% voltage. With a 240-volt circuit, you can run 120 feet of 12 AWG wire while maintaining a voltage drop of 3% or less.

There are various reasons why an electrical outlet can stop working. You might have to do some detective work to understand whether it’s a problem with the attached appliance, the outlet itself, or a faulty breaker. Sometimes, old age or loose wiring are to blame; other times, it can be as simple as an overloaded circuit tripping the system and cutting power. If you’re troubleshooting doesn’t solve the mystery or repairs, or replacements are required, it’s time to call in the pros.

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