"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."
"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?"
"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!"
"Pro Serv was excellent - they showed up on time - had all the needed materials to complete the job. They discovered some deficiencies in the existing wiring and corrected them. I would use them again with no hesitation."
"Chris was fast in assessing the problem and solution. His work was done quickly and with attention to detail. I would recommend him for electrical work around your home."
"The technician came on Thursday and left both units turned off because he needed other equipment/parts. He did not return until the following Wednesday leaving us with the inability to cool our house on the hottest days of the year."
At Twin Rivers Electric, we deliver reliable, high-quality electrical solutions for both homeowners and businesses across Albuquerque and surrounding areas. Built on experience, integrity, and attention to detail, our mission is simple—do the job right the first time and stand behind our work.\n\nWe specialize in a full range of electrical services, including residential and commercial service work, panel upgrades, new construction wiring, troubleshooting, and advanced energy solutions like solar and battery backup systems. Whether it’s a small repair or a large-scale project, we approach every job with the same level of professionalism and precision.
Garrett Goff, owner of Goff Electric, LLC, has dedicated himself to setting the standard for residential electrical services. With two decades of hands-on experience, he approaches every project with technical rigor and professional integrity, believing that quality work is the only standard worth providing, ensuring that every home he services is powered safely and efficiently for the long term.
Multiple wire sizes are used for residential electrical purposes. While the most common sizes used in homes are 14 and 12 gauge, some appliances, such as stoves, electric water heaters, central air units, etc., may use larger gauge wire to accommodate their larger amperage. Typically, larger appliances require 10-, 8-, or 6-gauge wires.
Systems should be checked every 2-3 years or whenever signs of age appear, maintaining network integrity and safety at all times.
There are a few reasons your lights may be on, but the rest of your electrical outlets and appliances are not working. The first is that while one circuit blew out, the lights may be on another circuit than your other electrical fixtures. Alternatively, your powerless appliances may be plugged into a GFCI outlet that was tripped and needs to be reset. If these issues aren’t responsible for the problem, you may have dead outlets or a wiring issue. Either way, you should contact an electrician to identify and fix the issue.
There are several things to try to repair a broken outlet. Whether it's fixable or not may depend on the problem and the type of outlet itself. Start by testing the circuit with an electrical tester and ensuring the breaker switch to the circuit functions as it should. Loose wires are sometimes the culprit and are repairable by fixing the connections.
Aluminum wiring can pose a fire risk as it can overheat, expand, and contract, leading to failing splices and loose connections. If your home has aluminum wiring, it requires careful maintenance and potential safety upgrades. The first step is to hire a licensed electrician to conduct a thorough inspection.
A complete replacement with copper wire is the safest option but can be very expensive and is not always necessary. Other safety measures and upgrades include:
Copper Pigtailing: A more budget-friendly option where a short section of copper wire is added to each end of the aluminum wire. This is only appropriate for certain homes.
Aluminum-Compatible Outlets: Installing outlets specifically designed for use with aluminum wiring.
Anti-Oxidant Paste: Applying this paste to connections to prevent oxidation.
Consulting with a qualified electrician is essential to assess the condition of your wiring and determine the most appropriate updates to meet current safety standards.
The Glorieta, 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.
