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Avatar for TFC ELECTRIC, INC.
TFC ELECTRIC, INC.
5.0(
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Serving Islip Terrace, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tom and his crew were excellent and really did outstanding work. They were on time, and completed the job in one day. The work they did was of the highest quality, and they went above and beyond by also grounding and neatening up the cable and phone wires on the outside of the house. I had requested a quote to run electric for a new central a/c unit and Tom pointed out that the service to the house was original from the 60's and recommended that it should be replaced but was not required to run the new a/c unit. His honesty and kind demeanor made us comfortable so we decided to move forward with running both the new electric for the a/c and to replace the entire service and panel. I would highly recommend TFC Electric, Inc. and will definitely use him for any additional work we may need done in our home."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Shamrock Electric Co Inc
4.9(
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Serving Islip Terrace, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

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Emergency services offered

"For the past 15 years Mike from Shamrock Electric has done extensive electrical work for two homes. He is personable, reliable, knowledgeable and fastidious. Recently he returned for a smaller job and completing a delicate onyx sconce installation with the same skill and expertise. I’m always confident that the job has been done right when Mike does my electrical work. I highly recommend him. He is a pro!"
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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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PKJ Electrical
5.0(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+10 more

Serving Islip Terrace, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"PKJ Electrical is the most professional electrician's I have ever hired. They were on time, courteous and very knowledgeable. They replaced my breaker box. I have never before seen the wires so neat and organized as I did after he was finished with my job. I will only hire PKJ for all of my future electrical needs. Thank you again for such a wonderful experience."
Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Morris Electric
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install+2 more

Serving Islip Terrace, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"My family and I needed someone knowledgeable, trustworthy and affordable - Morris Electric covered everything we wanted and more. Literally saved us for multiple days when the grid went out and we couldn't have stayed in our home without the work Morris Electric did...Highly recommend!"
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+3

Response time2 hrs
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
Leone & Sons Electric
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Serving Islip Terrace, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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Customers say: Quality work

"We highly recommend Leone & Sons Electric. We have been homeowners for over 30 years and I can honestly say he is he best electrician we have had the pleasure working with. He is very reliable, he made good suggestions, does excellent work and came within our budget. Just like us, he believes in karma which in our eyes makes him very honest and trustworthy. If needed, I would use him again."
Response time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Amps describe the amount of energy that can flow through a circuit breaker. Every electrical device that’s attached to the breaker requires about 1.5 amps. While that equates to roughly 13 receptacles per 20 amps, using slightly fewer ensures that your circuit will always have enough energy for sudden power surges instead of tripping when one occurs. In general, 10 to 12 receptacles is recommended for a 20 amp circuit.

If you plan to have a refrigerator or other appliances that require electricity, you will need an electrical outlet in your outdoor kitchen. Be sure to comply with all National Electrical Code® (NEC®) codes for electrical wiring and outlets in kitchens. If you do not plan to install a refrigerator or any other appliances that require electricity as part of your outdoor kitchen features, then you do not need to install electrical outlets. However, it is a good idea to install at least one electrical outlet should you decide to use any appliances that require electricity.

Knob and tube wiring is old, and its casing is brittle. This means that it's possible to receive a dangerous electrical shock if you touch a live wire and essentially become an electrical pathway. Although the scenario is unlikely, touching any K&T wiring is simply not a good idea in any instance. Leave any wire handling to the professionals.

Electrical meter risers connect your home’s electrical meter to overhead power lines so you can receive electrical service from the grid. Electrical meters also have a weatherhead, which protects the utility lines connected to your home’s electrical system via the service entrance cable. Risers connect the weatherhead to your electrical meter socket, which connects to the meter.

With AC wiring, which is the kind most likely you’ll find at home, the black wire is “hot,” and the white is “neutral.” The bare or green wire is considered the safety ground wire. If you encounter DC wiring, it’s relatively easy to tell positive or negative wires apart. red wires are used to indicate positive voltage and black wires indicate negative voltage.

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