"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!"
"I hired Chris from Sage Creek Electric to install a 220 line for my electric dryer. He was efficient, tidy, and quoted me a fair price in comparison to other companies I had received quotes from. The line was neatly installed way faster than expected, and fully functional. Plus he is a really nice guy! He was very professional and I’ve since recommended him to friends seeking an electrician."
"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."
"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."
If you connect the wrong electrical wires together, it can lead to a very dangerous electrical shock. All wires should be matched with wires of the same color. It’s very important to consult an electrician if you’re unsure about how to wire your fixture.
As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.
No, it is not safe to use an outlet that sparked. A spark from an outlet could indicate a short circuit, loose or frayed wiring, or other serious damage. Continuing to use an outlet that sparks can increase the risk of electrical shock, electrical fires, and other hazards. It's important to turn off the power to the outlet at the circuit breaker if possible and avoid using the outlet until a licensed electrician has inspected and repaired it.
Even if you don’t have children living in your home, The National Fire Prevention Association still recommends installing tamper-resistant outlets when you’re replacing your existing outlets.
Not only is your home likely to change hands at some point, but you may have young children over as guests. Making the switch even if you don’t currently have children living with you at the moment will help protect any future pint-sized visitors to your home.
Yes, placing an electrical panel in a bedroom is perfectly acceptable, so long as it meets other space requirements as indicated by OSHA and related agencies. When installed in a bedroom, electricians typically place it in the area directly behind the door swing. This method allows for easy access when conducting electrical panel repairs.
The Pojoaque, 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.
