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Avatar for W B Lightning Rods
W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
367
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Chateaugay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We have been hit twice by lightning by God's grace either one hit our home however the last strike burnt art motorhome to the ground William was hired to install lightning protection lightning rods on our home and two out buildings he took the time to explain to us everything we needed to know answering every question professionally conducted himself in the utmost professional manner I would highly recommend lightning rods and even more highly recommended hiring William to do the job we are going to do an expansion later on and he will be the one and only contractor I will call to continue our lightning protection"
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lightning protection
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lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
84 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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KWD Electric Inc
4.5(
46
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+21 more

Serving Chateaugay, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are so pleased with the work that KWD Electric did for us. We will always use them after this experience. Ken was so nice, prompt and he squeezed us in on a busy Saturday. He knew exactly how to fix our problem and had the job finished quickly and reasonably. We have light again!"
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Sure Temp Heating A/C & Refrigeration
Sure Temp Heating A/C & Refrigeration
4.7(
23
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Chateaugay, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Comfort. Quality. Efficiency.\n\nSure Temp has supplied the highest quality products and services to heat and cool homes and businesses reliably and efficiently since 1977.\n\nOwners and brothers Glenn, Ed and Richard Miller bring state-of-the-art technology and the highest engineering principles to every project, from hospitals and malls to bungalows and summer cottages.\n\nThey operate in a 250-mile radius of Binghamton, N.Y., and have installed systems where the temperature drops past 20 below zero and above 100.\n\nHeating and cooling costs. Their mission is to help ease the pain of monthly operating expenses, be it for your home or a million-square-foot industrial facility. The right equipment, quality installation and regular maintenance mean increased comfort, energy savings and a longer life for your system.\n\nEliminate hot and cold spots. Control dust and humidity. Improve the health and comfort of everyone in your building - and save money doing it.\n\nWhether you are building your dream home, replacing an existing system, need regular maintenance or an emergency repair, Sure Temp's experience, honesty and integrity mean the best solutions for you and your HVAC system.

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Smart light switches are designed to be compatible with most lights and traditional home wiring, but there are several key factors to check. First, verify your home's wiring, as some smart switches require a neutral wire to operate, which may not be present in older houses (often built before 1985). Always check the wiring requirements for the specific model you choose. Second, consider your light bulbs; while smart switches work with almost any light, using a dimming feature requires dimmable bulbs, such as dimmable LEDs. Finally, ensure you have the necessary network connection. Most smart switches need a Wi-Fi connection for remote control, but some older models might use other standards like ZigBee, which would require a compatible hub.

Yes, you can daisy chain outlets, which involves connecting multiple outlets in series. However, ensuring the circuit can handle the additional load is important to avoid overloading and tripping the breaker. The total number of outlets on a single circuit should not exceed the recommended limit, typically eight on a 15-amp circuit. Hiring a licensed electrician is always advisable for complex installations or if you're unsure of what to do.

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.

You can tell if a breaker is GFCI by looking for a red or yellow test and reset button that you can press in and out. You’ll know if an outlet is GFCI if the red reset button is located in between the two pronged sections.

You should never plug a normal 120v appliance into a special 240v outlet, as it can quickly burn out the appliance. This will cause irreparable damage to the appliance and, in worse case scenarios, cause damage to your circuit breaker. Check your appliance’s rating before plugging it into a 220v outlet to avoid electrical disaster.

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