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Avatar for Ryland Electric, LLC
Ryland Electric, LLC
5.0(
72
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Serving Watchung, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Cynthia and the team at Ryland were fantastic to work with. I called them the morning after losing power in a snowstorm to see if they could install a 30AMP/240VAC inlet plug on my house to run the generator through. Not only did they take the job, but Cynthia spent the next day trying to help me find the very hard to find parts I needed during the storm. She really went above and beyond for a customer she has never met and has never worked with before. Once I had everything I needed, they were at my house within a couple of hours and had me set up and power back on in my house. The work was done quickly and professional and the price was great. Jay and Carlos were friendly, walked me through what they had done and how everything worked. I will definitely be using Ryland again. Great experience all the way around in a difficult situation."
300amp Service
AFTER
Low Pressure Steam Furnac
 new 200amp panel
Landscape Lighting

+30

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Almeida Electric
4.8(
127
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Serving Watchung, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am really happy with my decision to hire Almeida electric for my electrical project at my home. I found Juan really nice contractor to work with. He understood our requirements very well and provided the best services. His assistant people were very nice people to work with. They are really professional and completed the project very nicely. Overall, Juan and his team are really nice people to work with. I will definitely rehire them again because of their professionalism and nice attitude towards client and work."
 Ceiling fan installation
 Electrical Box Upgrade
Replacement of old unsafe panel with new panel
 Installation of light fixture in foyer
 Installation of hallway light fixture

+7

Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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First Class Electric
4.8(
112
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Serving Watchung, 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

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Kope Electric LLC
4.9(
97
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Serving Watchung, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kope Electric just finished installing a Generac generator at my house and their work was top notch. They actually got me in their schedule 1 week early and finished as timely as they said they would. I highly recommend them to anyone interested in a generator."
Bathroom Lighting & Electrical
Bathroom Lighting & Electrical
Bathroom Lighting & Electrical
Bathroom Lighting & Electrical
Additional Photos

+38

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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RAP Electric Co., Inc.
4.6(
137
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Serving Watchung, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quality work at a competitive price. Roy was very thorough with his work and reviewed all options with me to ensure my satisfaction. I plan to recommend RAP electric to one of my family members, and to use them for future jobs."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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JDP Electric, LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Watchung, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Very professional, and customer needs oriented. JDP Electric is a top notch company with a lot of experience, and attention to detail. Trustworthy and accountable, these guys are the real deal."
Chandelier
Recessed Lighting
Floor Lighting
Panel Upgrade
EV Car Charger

+11

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Current Electric Contracting, LLC
4.3(
43
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Serving Watchung, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Technician arrived on time. He was pleasant and had great customer service. He installed a new kitchen fan unit. Due to a slight flaw in the new unit the installation took a bit longer than expected but he kept me informed every step of the way. The price was very reasonable. I would definitely call them again if I need electrical work."
Arisol Company
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Spotlight Solar, LLC
4.7(
150
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Serving Watchung, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marc did an outstanding job. He is very knowledgeable. I will be using Spotlight Electric for all of my future electrical needs. Very honest, affordable rates, spot on planning. Will recommend them to all my family and friends!"
Response time1 day
432 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Plesh Electric, LLC
Plesh Electric, LLC
4.4(
111
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Serving Watchung, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Plesh Electric replaced my electrical panel for a very reasonable price. Courteous service, great work that passed the township inspection and good value for the money - highly recommended!"
Outdoor Closed Panel Upgraded
Residential Generator
Outdoor Open Panel Upgraded
Residential Generator
Upgraded Panel Closed

+19

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

If you need to run a wire from the meter to the breaker box, start by turning off the power using the main switch to avoid injury risks from live wires. Then, locate the ground wire from your meter and connect it to the ground bar of the breaker box. Connect the neutral wire using the same method to improve your circuit efficiency.

Next, locate the hot wires running from the main switch to the meter. To connect them to the correct terminals from meter to breaker, unscrew the nuts of the breaker hotwire terminals, insert the positive hotwire, and ensure it’s firmly attached. Finally, secure the wires with electrical tape and wire tie cables before re-securing your breaker box. Keep in mind that this process can be dangerous, so don’t hesitate to hire a local electrician.

Yes, it is possible to hang a chandelier without wiring, but it depends on the design of both the chandelier and your ceiling. Many homeowners use plug-in pendant lights, adhesive hook and cord pendants, or nonelectrical light sources to hang a chandelier without wiring.

Yes, a faulty or broken light switch can be a serious fire hazard. Malfunctioning switches, often due to loose connections, exposed wiring, or overheating, can cause sparking or arcing. If you hear a crackling, popping, or hissing sound when you use the switch, it indicates live electricity arcing inside, which is a significant hazard that can ignite nearby flammable materials. If you suspect your light switch is faulty, turn off the power to that circuit at the breaker and contact a qualified electrician to remedy the issue.

Typically, when a 3-way switch only works when one switch is on, this is one of the most telltale indicators that the switch has gone bad (although this could also be the result of faulty or loose wiring). To diagnose the issue, toggle each switch until the light comes on. Once it’s on, toggle each switch separately again; the switch that doesn’t turn the light off is the bad switch. 

If you’re wondering whether an electrical panel in the bathroom needs to be moved, the answer is yes. Due to the risks of shocks and electrical fires, electrical panels cannot be located in bathrooms per National Electric Code Volume 70. Additionally, gasses, vapors, liquids, and temperature fluctuations can all compromise the functionality of your electrical panel, so it’s important to install it in a dry, cool, safe, and easily accessible location.

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