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Beacon Homes
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Serving Salem, NM and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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Offers commercial services

Beacon Homes is the top choice for all of your custom home builds or renovation needs. With over 25 years experience we can do it all. We take pride in our customer satisfaction and getting the job done well, in the timeline we establish when hired. Call us today.

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ElectriCity
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Serving Salem, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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"Jacob upgraded an electric panel and repaired a splice in my attic. He arrived on time, was clean and professional, very respectful, and very knowledgable. He completed the work in a timely manner . I highly recommend this company for your electrical needs."
Response time1 day
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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NMPRO Lectric LLC
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Serving Salem, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matthew was friendly and professional. He worked quickly and solved my electrical problem. I have already scheduled him to come back and help with other electrical projects around my house. I will be telling all my friends about this amazing company."
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Upgrading your electrical panel is often worth the cost for safety, improved electrical performance, and potential long-term savings. A primary benefit is preventing electrical fires and other hazards from a malfunctioning panel, ensuring your household's safety. An upgraded panel also provides a steady flow of electricity, eliminating issues like flickering lights and frequently tripped breakers. It allows you to connect additional appliances without overloading the system, which is especially beneficial for older homes with 100-amp service that are prone to overheating. If you run large appliances like central air conditioning, heating systems, hot tubs, or saunas, you might consider upgrading to a 300- or 400-amp service to meet the higher electrical demand. Furthermore, an upgrade can lead to long-term savings on energy bills and potentially lower insurance costs.

Christmas lights typically do not need to be grounded like electrical circuits in your home do. However, it's crucial to use outdoor outlets equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) for added safety. GFCIs can help protect against electrical shocks and are recommended for outdoor electrical connections when using Christmas lights.

Your outlet should be a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). These outlets will cut power off in the case of an electrical fire, keeping your home and family safe. Extension cords can also be GFCIs. A local electrician can replace older outlets with GFCIs, if necessary.

If you have a lamp that flickers or doesn’t stay on, it’s a sign that it’s time to rewire it. Additionally, it’s important to rewire antique lamps so they’re safe to continue using without the risk of an electrical fire. If the plug on your lamp is more than 15 years old or you notice poor performance like flickering, you should hire a lamp repair service to rewire it. If you’re upgrading the bulbs in an antique lamp from incandescent to LED or CFL bulbs, rewire it so it’s compatible with the modern bulbs.

Unless you have prior electrical experience, it’s best to hire a professional to install your new thermostat for you. Improper installation can damage wiring, lead to a blown fuse, and more.

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