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Perfect Electric
5.0(
60
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairOutdoor Lighting - Plan and Install

Serving Jamaica, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On 01/20/2026, I hired an electrician from Perfect Electric inc., for a residential building electrical outage job. He was on time, extremely professional & knowledgeable and resolved the issues within the time frame. This company charged a reasonable price for a rather complicated problem. Got the building heating/ electricity back on for every unit. I’m greatly appreciative & would use this company again. I would also refer Chris to my family & friends. Thank you"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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Allmub Around Electric
4.6(
68
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by Consumer+5 more

Serving Jamaica, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Raja, the electrician, did an exceptional job in the replacement of a 2 prong outlet receptacle to a 3 prong outlet. He was very professional, knowledgeable and very informative about the work which needed to be done. He called the project a “small job” and he completed the job quickly and efficiently. I would highly recommend him for your electrical projects."
Allmub Around Electric
Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Power On Electric Company
4.8(
54
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+2 more

Serving Jamaica, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Home owner in Hollis, NY Among other electrical jobs, David installed outlets in my home. I found him to be quite knowledgeable, skillful, and professional. He was punctual in his arrival on the job and he completed the job in a timely manner. He made sure his work followed “code” and left me with a safe, well done job. I also found this pricing to be quite fair and competitive. I will absolutely request to use Power On’s services in the future."
2 family home
2 family home
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Electric Advisor
4.9(
201
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+1 more

Serving Jamaica, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We called Home Electric Advisor to upgrade our electricity because we are unable to use the air conditioner at the same time as the washing machine, and dishwasher . He advised us on what electrical work needed to be done. We had a new electric panel with grounding installed and new wiring for the washing machine and the air conditioner. We are now able to use everything without worrying about the circuit breaker. He came on time and completed the work in a day and a half. He was easy to communicate with and gave us the price for all the work upfront. There were no surprises in the cost of the project. We are very happy with his work."
Advisor
Response time2 hrs
Response rate98%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Y&P Electrician
5.0(
18
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not Provided+11 more

Serving Jamaica, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was pleasure having Yosef complete our Exhuast fan install. He is very professional and punctual. He arrived a job site early on both occassions we were to meet. He carefully explained the work he was doing and completed the work at quoted price. I would definetely use him again for electrical repairs, as he is reliable and trustworthly."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate97%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Electrical fixes are best handled by a licensed electrician, but it’s possible to release a wire connection on your own. Be sure to always turn off the power to the outlet at the circuit breaker before beginning your project to avoid electric shock. Carefully insert the tip of a flat screwdriver into the rectangular hole beneath the wire. Hold the outlet in the palm of your other hand. Pull out the wire as you apply pressure with the screwdriver.

When converting a standard 120-volt outlet to a 240-volt outlet, the only components you can typically reuse are the existing electrical box and the hole in the wall. Everything else—including the wiring, breaker, and receptacle—should be replaced to ensure both safety and efficiency. Appliances designed for 240 volts have different plug configurations that won’t fit into a standard 120-volt outlet, making it necessary to install a compatible 240-volt receptacle. This design helps prevent overloading or underloading the power available to any one outlet or circuit.

Wiring can last anywhere from 50 to 70 years, but all kinds of mishaps can occur that reduce the lifespan of your electrical wiring, including severe weather conditions, pests, and even faulty wiring. Keeping a preventative maintenance scheduling and hiring an electrician for an annual electrical inspection will keep your wiring system around for as long as possible.

You can use a double-pole switch for a regular light fixture, but it's unnecessary and won’t be the most efficient choice. A single-pole switch works perfectly for standard lights. Double-pole handle high-power appliances that require both hot wires to be disconnected. Using a single-pole switch for regular lights is more cost-effective, simpler, and more common in residential settings.

It wouldn’t be abnormal to view all wiring as simply wiring, but wiring has different gauges and can handle different loads. When you’re wiring for 240V, you need wire that is rated at least 240V, but honestly it’s better to spend a little more and just buy 300V wiring. This ensures a margin of safety in case the wiring gets overloaded.

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