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S & S Electric of NY, LLC
5.0(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+14 more

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wes arrived when scheduled and completed the electrical work (a generator transfer switch and a 50 amp RV plug) S&S Electrical has been added to my contact list. ."
New 200 amp electrical service panel
Existing 100 amp electrical service meter & pa
Exiting 2 meter, 2 panel electrical service
New 2 family, 2 panel circuit breaker service
Response time1 day
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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Least Resistance Electrical Contracting LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+3 more

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We have hired Least Resistance many times and are always thrilled with the final product. Steven has worked in this industry for many years is very knowledgeable about all aspects of electrical work. His is meticulous, thorough, and insures you are completely satisfied. He has run electrical conduit to our out-buildings as well as installed numerous lighting fixtures, and outlets, both interior and exterior, in our 1793 home . He designed and executed an exceptional light system in our expansive garage, with ease . We highly recommend Least Resistance, without reservation."
Let There Be Light!
Sub Panel
Early Stages of Electrical Rough In.
4 Gang Switch Box
Sub Panel Service Entry

+17

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RG Handyman
4.8(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+14 more

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"EXCELLENT service is an understatement! All of my issues were resolved and any questions I had about certain electrical issues were all looked at and/or fixed. I could not be happier with the work! Definitely will call them again in the future for any of my needs!"
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Response time2 days
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Chris's Electrical Services
5.0(
4
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For BusinessElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+3 more

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Chris was wonderful. From the moment we spoke to the moment he was done with his work, he was engaging and attentive. His positive energy and kindness is infectious. We will continue to use him for future electrical needs. I will recommend him to anyone who needs an electrician!"
Response time10 hrs
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A. Simmons Electrical Services
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He was a very hard worker and crawled into spaces I wouldn't even think he could fit in to totally rewire my old house. Did a great job. Very satisfied."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
369
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"WB Lightning Rods did an excellent job installing lightening rods on our home. The owner stayed onsite the entire time to supervise the work. He took extra care to plan the rod and cable placement to ensure the proper protection and retain the aesthetics of our home. His crew were knowledgeable, polite, neat and efficient. We could not be more pleased with the results."
lightning protection
Residential LPS
lightning protection
Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
163 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Hill Town Tech, LLC
4.9(
18
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Telephone System - Install or Upgrade - For BusinessTelephone System - Repair - For Business

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I will keep them in my address book for future electrical work. Exceptional customer service and workmanship. If you are looking for an electrician Hill Town Tech LLC is the way to go. They wonâ t pull the wool over your eyes."
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Massive 192GB of RAM!!
Lenovo Carbon x1
Lenovo Carbon x1
Lenovo Carbon x1

+11

Response time1 day
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair
4.2(
662
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jimmy led me through the steps to check the electrical supply to the dishwasher. The problem was resolved during the call."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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JLR Construction
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14
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

At JLR Construction LLC we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts, and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business!\n\n

Siding prep
Siding finished
Prep work
Finished wall
Front Porch

+8

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
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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.

Grounding is an essential part of installing an electric fence. Without grounding, the electrical circuit will be incomplete. That means the fence won’t work and will fail at delivering shocks upon impact. Even grounding the fence improperly can cause faulty shocks, if any. To ground the fence, you will need to use ground rods, ideally made from copper or galvanized metal, that are at least 4 feet high, for best results.

Systems should be checked every 2-3 years or whenever signs of age appear, maintaining network integrity and safety at all times.

For more complex electrical projects, it’s often most efficient and cost-effective to hire an electrician rather than trying to figure it out yourself (and risking electrical problems). Electricians know exactly what a project requires, and can often find supplies or parts for cheaper than the average homeowner. That can save money compared to going it alone.

It's recommended that you only use your circuit breaker for your water heater. Tacking on additional appliances, especially large ones like refrigerators, can overload the circuit and lead to electrical fires. Therefore, it's best to have separate circuits for each major appliance, particularly continuous load appliances, which use a lot of energy over prolonged periods of time.

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