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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 Watchung, 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 time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Almeida Electric
4.8(
127
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+1 more

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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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+10 more

Serving Watchung, 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

+21

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Kope Electric LLC
Kope Electric LLC
4.9(
97
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+13 more

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
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for RAP Electric Co., Inc.
RAP Electric Co., Inc.
4.6(
137
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairPortable Generator - Install

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
Current Electric Contracting, LLC
4.3(
43
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+2 more

Serving Watchung, 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
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

There are three main wires on a doorbell, typically color-coded white, black, and green, that are connected to a transformer box in your home. One wire runs to the doorbell button, another wire runs to the door chime, and the third wire runs between the doorbell button and the door chime.

A sudden tiny spark is normal when first plugging in an appliance. However, if your plug regularly sparks, has other concerning problems, or worries you for any reason, you should call a licensed electrician to have it inspected and ensure that it is not at risk of causing an electrical fire.

If your outlet is testing fine but keeps tripping, that’s a sign your GFCI outlet is working, but there’s a problem somewhere else. Try plugging in different devices and see if the outlet keeps tripping. If it’s not the appliance that’s causing the issue, it could be a problem in your wiring. Faulty wiring can be a source of electrical fires and other serious problems. We recommend arranging an inspection by an electrician if an outlet appears to be working but keeps tripping.

You can twist the wires before using a wire nut, but it’s not necessary. Electricians often twist wires before using a wire nut, which can help secure the connection and enhance electrical contact between wires. You can decide whether or not to twist the wires beforehand, or consult a local electrician if you need  professional opinion.

In general, 200 amps is enough for a house with a square footage of up to 1,800, or the average three-bedroom home. A 200-amp service allows your home to warm and cool itself while running multiple appliances at once. It's a good option for homes that have been extended, or after adding new appliances. 200-amp service is the current standard for homes, so in most cases, it will work for you.

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