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Avatar for Gregg Rieck Electrical Contractor
Gregg Rieck Electrical Contractor
4.9(
65
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+16 more

Serving Surf City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Not only were they quick to return my call, they were able to schedule me right away and get my electricity back to normal and allow me to get busy using all my outlets without putting me too far behind in projects. They insured everything was working properly before they left."
Exterior Lighting
Custom Fireplace & TV
Kitchen Reno
Kitchen Reno
Kitchen Reno

+3

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Kingdom Electric
Kingdom Electric
4.7(
257
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - Install+23 more

Serving Surf City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used Kingdom electric for the past 4 years from hanging a chandelier, Electric for all pool grounding and electrical work, TV hook up, hard wire for smoke detectors, Outside lighting. The team , Anthony Nick and Mario were not only amazing to work with, showed up when they said and stand by their work. Highly recommend them for all your electric needs!"
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Response time11 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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 Surf City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

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
Avatar for Bayard Electric, LLC
Bayard Electric, LLC
5.0(
26
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+1 more

Serving Surf City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Garrett is an upfront, honest, extremely knowledgeable and trustworthy electrician. It is important to have someone you can trust in your home. Very professional. Stop hiring these lowballing "contractors" that are not trained, licensed, or insured. Electrician work is NOTHING to mess around with. You cannot put a price on safety. You will not be disappointed with Bayard Electric."
3 phase indoor panel
3 phase indoor panel
3 phase outdoor panel
Melted Meter
Wiring in progress

+13

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kidder Enterprises, LLC
4.6(
138
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+9 more

Serving Surf City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

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
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
Avatar for Integrated Home Services
Integrated Home Services
4.7(
668
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+3 more

Serving Surf City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Scott from Integrated Electrical Solutions was timely, polite, communicative; he resolved the electrical problem within my budget. He diagnosed an electrical short circuit affecting 3 upstairs rooms. Faulty wiring caused by damaged contact of a wire was determined. Thank you Scott."
Interior electrical upgra
Interior electrical upgra
Interior electrical upgra
Interior electrical upgra
Interior electrical upgra

+14

Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
1223 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Green Sun Energy Services, LLC
5.0(
73
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+2 more

Serving Surf City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Since I am working at home it was needed. Glen and Chris were awesome to deal with as they walked us through the process step by step and every time they said someone would be here that person was. It was seamless and very easy to work with them and I would Highly recommend them if you are looking for a generator install."
Ruisi
Oceanport
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+55

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

You can identify Federal Pacific Stab-Lok® breakers by the label on the front of the panel that says “Federal Pacific” or “FPE” and the breaker itself should say “Stab-Lok®” either on the face of the panel or a label inside the panel door. The Stab-Lok® breakers are also usually red on the breaker switch.

It can be safe to buy or live in a house with knob and tube (K&T) wiring, but only if the system is in good condition, functional, and has been thoroughly inspected and approved by a licensed electrician. Never purchase a home with K&T wiring without getting a professional electrical inspection first.

Key considerations include:

  • Safety and Condition: An inspector will verify that the wiring is safe and has not deteriorated. Over time, the insulation can wear away, leaving exposed wires that pose a significant fire or shock hazard.

  • System Capacity: The electrical service should be at least 60 amps. However, even at this capacity, K&T systems often struggle to handle the demands of modern appliances and electronics.

  • Lack of Grounding: Knob and tube wiring is an ungrounded system, which is a safety concern for many modern devices.

  • Ongoing Maintenance: If you live in a home with K&T wiring, it's recommended to have it inspected by an electrician every one to two years to ensure it remains in safe working order.

Ultimately, any inspection or modification of a knob and tube system should always be performed by a certified professional.

Wire color codes vary depending on the region. For instance, the United Kingdom has updated its wiring codes to match Europe's color system. The United States wiring color code is different, as is Australia's. Because the color code system isn’t universal, it’s essential to hire an experienced electrician to perform any electrical work to ensure it is done correctly.

Motion sensors are actually an eco-friendly option and don’t use as much electricity compared to other lighting sources. Motion sensor lights are always on “standby,” which requires a phantom source of power at all times, but for most sensor light models, this is only a small amount of electricity—typically around one watt of power.

A piggyback circuit breaker, also known as a tandem or double-stuff breaker, combines two separate circuits into a single slot in a breaker panel. This design allows adding more circuits without a larger panel, making it a space-saving solution. Each breaker in the piggyback unit operates independently, protecting two circuits in one standard breaker slot. This is especially useful in older panels with limited space for additional breakers.

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