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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
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Serving Fort Covington, NY and surrounding areas

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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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Wise Check Electric
5.0(
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Serving Fort Covington, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have over 11 years of experience in the electric business. Here at Wise Check Electric, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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KWD Electric Inc
4.5(
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Serving Fort Covington, 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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Sure Temp Heating A/C & Refrigeration
4.7(
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Serving Fort Covington, 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

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

The size of your home will help determine the size of your electrical panel. Usually, the decision comes down to a 100-amp electrical panel versus a 200-amp panel. Smaller homes, especially those without an HVAC system, may be able to get by with a 100-amp panel. 

If you have a larger home or need to power AC, a 200-amp panel should be the best fit. It’s unlikely that you’ll need a larger panel than that unless you have a larger home or unique electrical needs, but an electrician can help you make the final call.

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.

The easiest way to determine the amperage of your electrical outlets is to check the corresponding breaker in your home’s breaker panel. The number is likely noted on the circuit breaker. If that fails, it’s possible to tell 15-amp and 20-amp outlets apart by looking at them. Fifteen-amp outlets have two vertical holes, while 20-amp outlets have one vertical hole and one T-shaped hole. 

A circuit breaker flipping off when it detects an overloaded circuit isn’t a problem, but flipping the switch frequently can damage it and eventually cause an electrical hazard. If you’re going on a long vacation or leaving your home for the season, you should avoid turning off your circuit breaker to prevent electrical damage to your system.

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