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Avatar for Blaze Electric Inc
Blaze Electric Inc
4.4(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station InstallationElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business+10 more

Serving Chinatown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Two electricians from Blaze worked in our building for two days. They installed all the required circuits and outlets to power our new electric appliances. They were very responsive to my instructions about how to route the wiring. Pleasant demeanor."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for PK & Altman Electric
PK & Altman Electric
4.3(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+14 more

Serving Chinatown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1954

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My experience with PK and Altman Electric was excellent. From my initial contact with Elizabeth in the main office to the service that was provided by Raphael and Omar, the staff was professional, polite, and punctual. I called on a Tuesday, and Elizabeth scheduled me in for Wednesday! And Raphael and Omar arrived an hour early. Before starting, Raphael reviewed a TO DO LIST with me. A ceiling fan and two outlets, including a GFI and light fixture, were either replaced or serviced. Pricing is competitive. Very pleased and would highly recommend."
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+50

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Enlighted Electric
5.0(
9
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+10 more

Serving Chinatown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Marcin is the expert. I am so happy I chose him to do electric work in my apartment. He is very competent. He patiently explained to me all the options I had. He accommodated my busy professional schedule and came when it was convenient to me. The project cost was very reasonable. The work was done in the best possible way. If you are looking for a professional that will be on time, communicate clearly, compete the work exactly as you desire and provide a level of service rarely found these days, I highly recommend Marcin and Enlighted Electrical Services Corp for your home needs. I am very happy with his work and glad to see that there are professionals like him still making homes brighter for us. Thanks Marcin and Enlighted Electrical Services Corp . Awesome job!""
New service entrance enclosure and new meter enclosure.
Intercoms outside.
Electrical panels replacement
Electrical Project
Overheated neutral bus terminal

+68

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Solaris Wiring
Solaris Wiring
4.9(
62
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For BusinessElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+7 more

Serving Chinatown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had a great experience with Solaris Electrical! Semir personally came to my home and did an excellent job. He responded to my posting very quickly and came the next day to install a 240 V (Level 2) outlet for my EV charger in the garage. He also upgraded my existing electrical panel and completed everything quickly, precisely, and with outstanding quality. The work was done neatly and professionally — no mess, no delays, and everything works perfectly. I’m very happy with the result and will definitely use Solaris Electrical again for future electrical projects. Highly recommend this company — Semir is professional, efficient, and reliable!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Anderson Construction LLC
5.0(
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+19 more

Serving Chinatown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh is a consummate professional! From the estimate of my extensive electrical project to the completion, he was patient, helpful, neat, meticulous in his craftsmanship and did a great job over all. His services are reasonably priced I would highly recommend his services and expertise!"
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Response time9 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Aluminum wiring can pose a significant fire risk because it tends to expand, contract, and overheat, leading to failing connections and splices. If your home has aluminum wiring, it doesn't always require a complete replacement, but you must take safety precautions. The first step is to hire a licensed electrician to conduct a thorough inspection. Based on their findings, you have several options:

  • Full Replacement: The safest but most expensive solution is to replace all aluminum wiring with copper.

  • Copper Pigtailing: A more budget-friendly option, suitable for certain homes, involves adding a short section of copper wire to the end of each aluminum wire at connection points.

  • Other Safety Upgrades: Your electrician may also recommend installing aluminum-compatible outlets and applying an anti-oxidant paste to connections to prevent corrosion.

Consulting a professional will help you determine the best course of action to ensure your home's wiring meets current safety standards.

Doorbell wires typically won't spark because they carry low voltage. However, if there's a short circuit or damaged wiring, sparking could occur. Always turn off the power at the breaker box before working with doorbell wires to prevent any risk. If you notice any sparking, it's a sign of a problem that a professional electrician should address.

If you’re moving wires, installing new wires, or installing new fixtures in the space you’re insulating, then you will need to hire a licensed electrician to do that portion of the job for you. However, if you just intend on replacing old insulation or adding new insulation over existing insulation, then you don’t need to hire one. Your insulation installer will work around wiring, fixtures, outlets, and switches, even if they’re installing fiberglass batts in the voids where wires run. However, you will need an electrician if you suspect a problem with your wiring during the insulation work.

A standard three-prong electrical outlet typically lasts for about 15 years with normal use and should be replaced accordingly. GFCI outlets may have a longer lifespan of 15 to 25 years. While some outlets can last longer if used infrequently, they can also fail prematurely. Reasons for early failure include poor wiring, an overloaded circuit, improper grounding or installation, or loose plugs. Signs that an outlet is failing include flickering lights, overheating, a discolored or melted faceplate, plugs that fall out easily, or frequently tripping circuit breakers. It is essential to address faulty outlets promptly to avoid safety hazards, especially in homes older than 15 years.

By nature, two-prong outlets aren't grounded—but the box they run to might be, which makes them safer. The safest way to test if an outlet is grounded is to purchase a circuit tester, which cost about $20 at home improvement stores. 

If you discover your outlet (or outlets) aren't grounded, know that this greatly increases your risk of personal injury and electrical fires. You may want to consider installing new three-prong ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlets. On average, the cost to install GFCI outlets is about $210 per outlet.

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