"GREAT! I think the TJ in TJ Electric LLC means TERRIFIC JOB Though I think it is the owner Tim s initials. Tim Aragon, the owner is amazing. He knows and has an incredible about of expertise in MANY areas, though his specialty of course is electricity. He is a great consultant and my electrical outlets indoor and out I feel are WELL TAKEN CARE OF. His pricing is very reasonable, plus he s fast, friendly and professional. So whether you need help Commercially Or Residentially New or Old Construction, small or large Trouble Shooting to Service Calls I am with Tim because of his Terrific Job. TJ ELECTRICAL. Santa Fe, New Mexico. Thanks Leza M."
"Great electrician. Very honest and reliable. He ran electricity to our shed and installed outlets and lights for us. Highly recommend 👍Great prices for your electrical needs."
"Easy to work with. Called back right away and easy to schedule Polite Efficient and worked quickly Good suggestions Affordable Great clean up We will definitely hire VDV Electrical again with our electrical needs Zach is the Real Deal"
"Excellent. Clayton showed up on time looked at the job and scheduled it. He came back at the scheduled time, installed everything and it all works. I love it. This is my go to company for plumbing, heating and cooling and now for electrical. Do you do windows too?"
"Joe and his crew were absolutely fantastic! Joe listened to everything I needed, and completely explained what he would do to get the job done. He scheduled quickly and completed the job in one day. I will definitely be giving Joe a call on any future electrical needs I have! Thanks, JAM Electric!"
"Chris was outstanding! I had a simple idea, but it required his expertise to upgrade my electrical panel and install a 30-amp outlet in the garage for my RV. Thanks to his work, I can now easily power my Casita trailer whenever needed. Chris was professional, efficient, and left everything spotless. I highly recommend him!"
"DataBoys has done multiple jobs with me over many years. They are always very professional and timely. I would recommend them for any electrical job."
"Construction R us did a total rehaul of the electrical on our house and they did a stellar job. I found them to be communicative and honest. It's sometimes hard to find pros who do work and who you can trust to give you an honest assessment but this company definitely fits that bill. They also did a great job working around our schedule.
Additionally they patched the dry wall after they were done and they did such a good job texture and colour matching we didn't even need to paint."
"Albuquerque Plumbing was prompt, fully described recommended system, was fully responsive to our desires regarding electrical wiring and drainage locations. Crew arrived on promised date and installation went smoothly. Slight glitch regarding mistakenly not completely turning tankless water heater back on was immediately addressed by installation crew when notified. System functioning as advertised. Very pleased with Humidifier. Hope to have successful relationship with Albuquerque Plumbing in future."
If you’re interested in exploring other avenues to completely upgrade your electrical panel, it’s also possible to add a sub-panel, which is a smaller panel that connects to what you currently have in place. This way, you can add additional circuits without having to swap out your main panel.
Whether or not a pool needs a dedicated circuit depends on the electrical needs of the motor, lights, and pump. Keep in mind that pool motors can use a lot of electricity. A dedicated circuit can prevent the breaker from tripping whenever you use the pool. A small motor for an equally small pool may only need a GFCI outlet. It’s best to plug it directly into the outlet rather than using an extension cord. You should also consult an electrician to ensure your pool’s electrical system is in accordance with local regulations.
With AC wiring, which is the kind most likely you’ll find at home, the black wire is “hot,” and the white is “neutral.” The bare or green wire is considered the safety ground wire. If you encounter DC wiring, it’s relatively easy to tell positive or negative wires apart. red wires are used to indicate positive voltage and black wires indicate negative voltage.
If you encounter any issues or feel unsure about your abilities, stop immediately and contact a licensed electrician for help. It's better to be safe than sorry when it comes to electrical work, as mistakes during the wiring process can be hazardous to your home and personal safety.
Appliances in your home that need dedicated circuits include:
Refrigerators and chest freezers
Electric ranges, microwaves, and toaster ovens
Dishwashers and garbage disposals
Washers and dryers
Heating and air conditioning units
Hot tubs, saunas, and water pumps
Sump pumps
Central vacuums
The Cuyamungue, NM homeowners’ guide to electrical services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Before you hire a licensed electrical contractor, you should learn the cost to run electric from the road to your house so you can budget for the project.
Is it time to upgrade your electrical panel? For the sake of safety, find out sooner than later by exploring our top signs that it’s time for an upgrade.
