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BQ Electric Inc
4.8(
423
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Serving Elmont, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From start to finish, Best Quality Electric delivered an exceptional, white-glove experience. The process began with a dedicated consultation that was educational, detailed, and thoughtfully planned—setting a clear vision before any work even began. The following day, the team arrived precisely on time and immediately demonstrated a level of professionalism that is rare to find. Shoe protection was used, and every floor and piece of furniture was carefully covered. Their respect for the home was as impressive as their craftsmanship. Watching the two electricians work was remarkable. They operated in perfect sequence, anticipating each other’s next step, covering every single detail with precision. Not one question went unanswered—each was met with patience, clarity, and deep expertise that inspired complete confidence. Best Quality Electric truly lives up to its name. This is not just electrical work—it’s a refined, high-standard service experience. Bold, meticulous Toptier work!"
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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M.A Electric
5.0(
264
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Serving Elmont, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mohammad was super helpful in diagnosing and solving our electrical issues. He went above and beyond to help label the electrical box which was mislabeled by the previous owners. Would recommend."
100 amps service
200 amps service main panel upgrade
Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Newgrange Electric Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Elmont, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"we've been using Newgrange Electric for our stand by generator for the past 5 years. very happy with the service and response. Thank you Newgrange!"
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Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Home Electric Advisor
4.9(
201
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Serving Elmont, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

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Credit card accepted

"I used Home Electric Advisor to install a new outlet under my sink. Ali came in and did an excellent job. Pricing was upfront and very reasonable. Would highly recommend for any electrical work!"
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate98%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Big Ant Electric, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Elmont, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Emergency services offered

"Gerry was our electrician and I can't recommend him enough. He gave us a fair price and was always on time. He is a true professional who really made me feel like I could trust him."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Iron Wire Electric
5.0(
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Serving Elmont, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Credit card accepted

"Awesome, caring, and knowledgeable Electrician. Very trustworthy and will wire your home like his mother lived in it. Will wire your home above par and never below par. Is in depth at helping you even design or choosing the most appropriate , wire panel, etc. Nice person and very customer service oriented."
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Lighting fixtures

+4

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by5%of homeowners
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Enlighted Electric
5.0(
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Serving Elmont, NY and surrounding areas

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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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Noel Electrical Solutions, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Elmont, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend this company. Noel electrical solutions is a wonderful company. Joe did extensive work in our home. His work was done with care, quality, utmost craftsmanship, and integrity. The Professionalism was un surpassed."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The Biden Administration banned the sale of incandescent light bulbs for general service lamps in 2023. All household light bulbs must meet a minimum efficiency of 45 lumens per watt, three times that of a standard incandescent light bulb. 

The main motivation was to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. It is expected that banning incandescent light bulbs will cut over 200 million metric tons of carbon emissions over the next 30 years. Some bulbs are exempt, like chandelier lights and Christmas lights.

Regular inspections, avoiding circuit overloads, and updating wiring when needed help maintain efficiency.

Provided you leave the switch in the off position, your broken bulb shouldn’t be drawing any power. However, there’s always the risk that the switch is turned on by accident, potentially causing electrical damage or even a fire. Plus, broken glass in the home is never ideal. For safety, it’s a good idea to remove broken bulbs as soon as possible. If you’re in doubt, a local lighting professional can help you remove the bulb safely and quickly.

It’s possible to distinguish a positive black wire from a negative black wire if you know what type of circuit the wires are in. If it’s an alternating current (AC), then black wires are positive. If it’s a direct current (DC), then black wires are negative. 

Sometimes, a circuit has two black wires. In that case, the positive black wire will be solid black while the negative black wire will have a white stripe on it. If you’re still unsure, you can use a multimeter to check.

The purpose of pigtail wiring is to connect multiple wires to a single terminal on a device. Pigtailing involves splicing a short length of wire, called a pigtail, into the multiple wires that need to be connected. The pigtail wire is then connected to the single terminal on the device, allowing all of the wires to be connected at once. This practice helps to simplify the wiring process, reduce clutter, and ensure a secure and reliable electrical connection.

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