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Avatar for Ryland Electric, LLC
Ryland Electric, LLC
5.0(
72
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For Business

Serving New Providence, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Ryan and his team were awesome at replacing my home’s electric panel. They communicated well throughout the entire process, did a great job, explained things clearly, and the price was reasonable. They came back the next day to make sure everything was working properly. I will use them for future projects. Highly recommend."
300amp Service
AFTER
Low Pressure Steam Furnac
new 200amp panel
Landscape Lighting

+30

Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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First Class Electric
4.8(
113
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station InstallationElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business+10 more

Serving New Providence, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Excellent from start to finish. They were extremely professional and proficient. they also did an excellent job in the clean up. Would highly recommend them for any residential electrical work!"
Generator
Generator
Generator
Generator
Generator

+21

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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First Wave Electrical
4.7(
55
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not Provided+12 more

Serving New Providence, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Michael from First Wave Electrical installed an outdoor Charger. He was on time, knew his stuff and did a really wonderful job. I recommend Michael for your electrical needs. I'm looking to bring him back for other electrical fixes around the house. Good value for the money and very organized work ethic which I appreciate a lot."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Avatar for Best Dressed Electric
Best Dressed Electric
5.0(
32
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+14 more

Serving New Providence, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RAP Electric Co., Inc.
4.6(
137
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairPortable Generator - Install

Serving New Providence, 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
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APOLLO ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS LLC
5.0(
43
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by ConsumerElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+7 more

Serving New Providence, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Apollo electric was well informed and I will use them again."
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Current Electric Contracting, LLC
4.3(
43
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by Consumer+2 more

Serving New Providence, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had an excellent experience with this electrician at our 120,000 sq ft office building. He came out to perform repairs and upgrades on our electrical systems and delivered truly professional, high‑quality workmanship from start to finish. His knowledge, attention to detail, and clear communication made the entire process smooth and efficient. It’s not easy finding someone who can handle large‑scale commercial electrical work with this level of skill and reliability. He showed up on time, worked safely, and made sure everything was done correctly the first time. I highly recommend him for any commercial or residential electrical needs. Outstanding service and professionalism"
Arisol Company
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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ARS Electric and Design, LLC
4.5(
33
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedCeiling Fan - Install+12 more

Serving New Providence, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"ARS did an electric service upgrade for us. Alex and staff took care of everything from applying for the permit to completing the project without any problems or issues. The technicians are professional, work well together and leave the worksite clean. I highly recommend ARS."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Spotlight Solar, LLC
4.7(
150
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by Consumer+11 more

Serving New Providence, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service, addressed al electrical issues."
Response time1 day
412 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Plesh Electric, LLC
4.4(
111
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by Consumer

Serving New Providence, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Plesh electric completed the work as agreed and ahead of schedule. The installation was friendly and informative with the steps taken for the work to be completed."
Outdoor Closed Panel Upgraded
Residential Generator
Outdoor Open Panel Upgraded
Residential Generator
Upgraded Panel Closed

+19

Response time2 days
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Most electric water heaters have a built-in shut-off switch, so you can simply turn that to the OFF position. Some water heaters have the switch inside a panel, so you might need to unscrew the panel, remove it, move aside the insulation, and then shut the water heater off. To make sure it’s off, you can also locate the switch for your water heater in your electrical panel and shut the power off there. Most electrical panels have dedicated switches for the water heater, so you can shut off the power without affecting the rest of your home.

A full home inspection can cost nearly $350 on average, but inspecting the breaker box specifically is likely to be lower, between $100 and $200. Don’t confuse this service with a basic breaker trip check, which doesn’t take long and is usually billed at $40 to $50 per hour.

If the electrician discovers a serious problem and needs to replace a breaker, it can cost between $100 and $200 in additional expenses. Although rare, replacing the electrical panel typically costs between $500 and $2,000.

Whether you need electrical upgrades depends on the electronics your game room includes. If your game room will have high-powered electronics, arcade machines, or a home theater, you may need to upgrade your electrical panel or add dedicated circuits. An electrician can assess your current system and provide an estimate for any necessary upgrades.

No, it doesn’t matter which of the two wires goes on each of the two switch terminals. Just be sure to put the ground wire in the correct terminal. The ground wire is either green, bare copper, or green with a yellow stripe. The other wires are hot wires and are typically black. They can be used interchangeably.

No, it’s extremely dangerous to cap off live electrical wires. Working with live wires puts you at serious risk of electric shock, which can cause injury or even be fatal. Whenever you need to cap off electrical wires or complete any electrical work in general, it’s essential to shut the power off at the breaker before you begin.

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