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Avatar for Photon Electric LLC
Photon Electric LLC
4.9(
57
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent work The technician was professional, extremely knowledgeable, affordable and fully credentialed in my area. I have found the electrical company to handle any electrical problems that may arise with my home and business. #greatfind"
Lighting Fixtures swap out
Kitchen remodel
Residential rough in
Residential apartment complex
Yep thats it Bobs your uncle !

+1

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Zack Kinney Electric
5.0(
19
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Zack came into my home to install light fixtures and outlets as well as to do some wiring. He was quick and efficient, and friendly with my kids to boot! I am very happy with the finished product and will definitely be having him back for any other electrical work I need done around the house."
Electrical
Electrical Panel
Electrical
Electrical Panel
Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dynamic Electrical Solutions
4.5(
149
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They were very knowledgeable, knew how to fix an ongoing problem we had with an outdoor electrical outlet and their price was very reasonable."
200 Amp Underground
200 Amp Underground
200 Amp Underground
200 Amp Underground
200 Amp Underground

+33

Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Singh's Electrics
4.9(
15
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Parwinder was very friendly and honest. He disclosed all details and costs for the job and was very communicative in person and on phone. He did a good job setting up my dryer electrical connection and leaving my home clean. Highly recommend him for any electrician needs"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Roy's Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical
4.4(
508
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I received a notice from my electric provider that my meter needed repair. Unfortunately everything had to be brought up to code. The price was reasonable. Everything was explained in detail. Service was prompt. I’ve already recommended them to others"
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+2

Response time12 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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I.S ELECTRIC
5.0(
8
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Technician was on time and polite. He quickly diagnosed the problem and fixed it the same day. I had a porch light that did not work and needed to have a new wire installed. He was prompt, efficient, and affordable. I would highly recommend. So glad to have my porch light finally working!"
Service upgrade
Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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T-Mark Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric
4.5(
643
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ryan called ahead with his arrival time and was prompt, pleasant and professional.  Went to work setting up the Water Heater drain and then inspected faucets, drains and hose connections.  Was able to tighten several areas on two shut off  valves that had been minimally leaking and fixed those problems.  Cleaned up after his work.  Answered all of my questions and adressed any concerns I had about the functioning of the water heater.  Related that they provide 24 hour emergency service.  I would highly recommend this company and would definetly use them again.
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Boiler Installed
2 Boilers Installed
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+10

Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Anderson Water & Power
4.4(
617
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The exact work we had done was the annual inspection and service updates to our back up generator. The electrical technicians Anderson hires are always great. Communicative, professional, fast, they do an excellent job. Sean was all of that. A great example of quality from a reputable firm."
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Cummins
Cummins Install
Cummins
Transfer switch Cummins

+62

Response time2 days
210 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Torchia Electric
5.0(
9
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Highly recommended! I had a great experience with Torchia Electric. Alan came out to upgrade my two smart doorbells and went above and beyond. He didn't just install them; he took the time to find the absolute best placement for them. Alan was incredibly patient, kind, and professional. He made sure both doorbells were fully functional and working perfectly before he left."
Residential service
Response time2 days
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

They can vary—a lot. For example, while the EU continues to move toward broader standardization, many different types of outlets still exist from country to country. Some local standards cared about polarization, and some didn’t. It’s similar to other countries around the world.

Generally, you’re less likely to find polarized outlets outside North America. However, alternative plugs and outlets often incorporate precautions so that accidentally touching live prongs on a plug is hard or impossible. You may also find interesting regulations overseas that limit the use of outlets in bathrooms or near sinks to decrease the chance of shock.

Typically, refrigerators should not be plugged into GFCI outlets. This is another appliance with a motor that can be prone to a little current leakage. Using a standard outlet saves nuisance tripping and the potential of waking up to a refrigerator full of warm food. The only exception is when the refrigerator is in a garage, where all outlets must be GFCI.

The number of outlets and lights you can safely run on a single circuit depends on the circuit's amperage and local electrical codes. A general rule is to allow one outlet or light fixture per 1.5 amps, keeping the total load under 80% of the circuit breaker's capacity. For example, a 15-amp circuit can typically support up to eight outlets or lights, while a 20-amp circuit can accommodate up to ten. Always consider the combined power usage of all connected devices and fixtures to prevent overloading. For specific guidelines and to ensure safety, it is best to consult local electrical codes or a licensed electrician.

Yes, it's possible to have electrical receptacles and overhead lights on the same circuit. The reason is that lights typically use much less power than large appliances, so combining them won't overload your circuit. By doing this, you can distribute the power consumption throughout the breakers in your panel more efficiently, which can be helpful if you have a lot of different electrical devices in your home.

The hot wire is typically black, but it's essential to use a non-contact voltage tester to confirm the electrical wire color code before working on it. Neutral wires are typically white. It’s vital to determine which wire is carrying electrical current before proceeding with any electrical work.

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