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Avatar for Photon Electric LLC
Photon Electric LLC
4.9(
65
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+12 more

Serving Derby, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Marcus did a great job, figured out my electrical problems, put up 2 ceiling fans, added an electrical outlet in my garage. Also cleaned up everything and moved back everything he touched. He was a very pleasant person and explained everything he was doing. Wouldn't hesitate to hire him and Photon electric again. Thank you Beverly"
Lighting Fixtures swap out
Kitchen remodel
Residential rough in
Residential apartment complex
Yep thats it Bobs your uncle !

+1

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Peterson Electric, LLC
4.9(
8
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For Business

Serving Derby, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't say enough about our experience with Peterson Electric. Very knowledgeable, efficient and reliable. Did all the re-wiring of our cottage as well as our new addition and all fixtures. Exceeded all our expectations and highly recommend!!!!! Brandon is the best!!!"
Residential Rewiring
Residential Rewiring
Residential Rewiring
Residential Rewiring
Residential Rewiring

+7

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by12%of homeowners
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REIMERS APPLIANCE SERVICE
4.8(
99
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Derby, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"I highly recommend Reimers Appliance Service. They are pleasure to deal with. I wish I had found them 10 years ago, it would have saved me a lot of hassles and money dealing with other repair services.


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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Ivan Handyman
4.7(
63
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+14 more

Serving Derby, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to install three exterior lights, by my front and back doors & garage. I had the fixtures, just needed someone to install. Good work at a reasonable price. I subsequently hired them to fix some wood rot by my garage door. Ivan cams in, cut out and replaced the bad pieces, caulked and repainted. Excellent job!"
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+38

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Anderson Water & Power
4.4(
618
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Derby, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My house generator was serviced and the battery replaced. Everything about the experience was excellent. Mike, the technician, called when he was on the way, worked with me and my restrictions because of Covid, he was punctual, professional, explained thoroughly the work he did. For 8 years Anderson has serviced my generator and when needed during electric outage, my generator keeps my house running until the electric service is restored! Thank you for reliable service!"
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Cummins
Transfer switch Cummins

+62

Response time2 days
122 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Donohue's Lightning Rods
4.3(
70
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Derby, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jim for Donhohues Lightning Rods installed the lightning rod system in my home. When the work was done I was very happy as their installer came as per promised time, and perform the work. Before giving them the work Jim completely sold me their work ethics, quality, and service. There was a minor issue and his team took complete ownership of this issue and talked to me in detail. They provide a very good explanation to satisfy me. I am a happy customer."
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Lightning protection
Lightning protection
Lightning protection

+10

Response time1 day
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
372
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Derby, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"WB Lightning is focused on customer service. The company provided good communication and responded very quickly to my inquiry for a quote. WB Lightning is a respected company, I had another electrical service provider tell me I made a good choice when I hired WB Lightning Rods."
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
165 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Grounded electrical outlets are usually three-pronged. You can also look for a grounding clip in your outlet boxes or use a circuit tester. If you’re unsure, consult a suitably qualified electrician regarding your home's electrical safety.

While most electrical items can be plugged into a GFCI outlet, some appliances with internal or stationary motors, such as refrigerators, vent fans, and fluorescent lighting, can cause nuisance tripping. This happens because they experience a small, normal amount of current leakage, which can cause the GFCI to trip even when the appliance is working correctly. Although this is not a safety hazard, it can be inconvenient and may cause the GFCI outlet to wear out faster. For this reason, it is often better to plug these types of appliances into a standard outlet. Additionally, electrical circuits over 100 feet long can sometimes cause tripping. Some appliances, like hair dryers, have their own built-in GFCI protection, so connecting them to a standard outlet is fine.

A wire stripping tool is the easiest way to strip sheathing or plastic insulation from electrical wires. A self-adjusting wire stripper cuts and removes the sheathing without damaging the core wire.

Volts and watts aren’t directly convertible units—they measure different aspects of electricity. Volts measure electrical potential, while watts quantify the power. The relationship between the two is defined by the equation: Power (watts)= Voltage (volts) x Current (amperes). In other words, the product of volts and amps results in watts, but there is no fixed conversion of volts into watts.

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

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