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Avatar for Capital District Electric
Capital District Electric
4.9(
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Serving Old Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I called to have outlets and switches that needed to be repaired. Eric repaired them quickly and was able to fix several other miscellaneous electrical issues. He did all the work in just over an hour and was neat and friendly. Will definitely call Capital District Electric again and recommend to others."
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Response time6 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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TJB Electric LLC
5.0(
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Serving Old Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Travis was an ABSOLUTE pleasure to deal with for our recent electrical needs! Friendly, professional, thorough and responsive. Arrived when promised, completed the work as requested, gave us updates as the work progressed and asked us about all final decisions. It can be difficult to find an electrician that will take on small home renovation projects, but Travis made us feel the improvements in our new home were just as important to him as they were to us. Real good guy! We have more home improvement projects that require an electrician and Travis is now the ONLY one we will contact. Thank you! John & Sandy"
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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CHIEF ELECTRIC LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving Old Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Got rewiring of hone switches and wiring of new pool light completed in a timely and professional manner. Quality of work excellent and at a very reasonable cost. New electrical panel next!"
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Evolution Power and Development
4.8(
26
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Serving Old Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Jesse installed a power monitoring system and seamlessly ran ethernet through a very old home. Project had quick turnaround and was a complete success, and he was extremely professional throughout. Would definitely recommend, and would re-hire for future electrical work"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate94%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Least Resistance Electrical Contracting LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving Old Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We have hired Least Resistance many times and are always thrilled with the final product. Steven has worked in this industry for many years is very knowledgeable about all aspects of electrical work. His is meticulous, thorough, and insures you are completely satisfied. He has run electrical conduit to our out-buildings as well as installed numerous lighting fixtures, and outlets, both interior and exterior, in our 1793 home . He designed and executed an exceptional light system in our expansive garage, with ease . We highly recommend Least Resistance, without reservation."
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Sub Panel
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4 Gang Switch Box
Sub Panel Service Entry

+17

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AP Link
5.0(
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Serving Old Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our house is over 100 years old and we needed help with a number of projects. We needed new outlets, new wiring run, new GFCI secure outlets for the basemen and we needed 2 multipurpose outlets in the living room. We were able to get some pictures while he was working. He was extremely professional, kind, courteous. We still have more to go and Alex will be the one we call! Thanks Alex!"
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+67

24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Donohue's Lightning Rods
4.3(
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Serving Old Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The man who did the job were awesome. They were very thorough, professional, and speedy. They left our church grounds spotless. I could not recommend them highly enough."
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+10

Response time1 day
90 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Crisafulli Bros. Home Services
4.6(
71
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Serving Old Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1939

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

For over 85 years, Crisafulli Bros. Plumbing & Heating Contractors, Inc. has provided plumbing, sewer and drain, heating and cooling design, installation, service, scheduled maintenance, and electrical services to our clientele. Founded in 1939, our company now spans three generations combining the pride and craftsmanship you expect from a locally owned and operated family business with the resources and knowledge available from a large national company. With a growing workforce and a fleet of vehicles driving around every upstate NY neighborhood, Crisafulli Bros. is one of the largest mechanical contracting companies in the Capital Region. Our vast resources and commitment to quality led to us being recognized as the Best of the Capital Region for over 16 straight years and named a Top Work Place. We have set the standard for plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical craftsmanship in the region.

Response time9 hrs
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

That depends on your setup. If a circuit breaker already has GFCI protection, then everything connected to that specific circuit is being monitored. You don’t need additional GFCI outlets on that breaker.

However, if the breaker is not GFCI, then you should have GFCI receptacles for at-risk outlets nearby water sources, because they are not receiving protection. Breakers in a breaker box can vary between GFCI and non-GFCI. Look for GFCI labels on the breaker or try to find the breaker model number to look it up if you aren’t sure.

Thankfully, LED lights use less electricity than incandescent lights, meaning you won’t spend as much on utility bills by using these light strips. Each 5-meter LED light strip will cost about $3 per year on your energy bill.

Call your utility company immediately. Do not go outside, even in your own yard, and keep pets indoors. Downed power lines pose a serious electrocution hazard. They can also cause large power surges that could damage your appliances, so it’s a good idea to shut down power to your home if possible. If your breakers trip, leave them off until the utility company finishes its repair work.

Most 200-amp panels have 40 to 42 slots, which can accommodate 40-42 single-pole breakers or 20 double-pole breakers. Some panels can accept even more circuits through the use of tandem breakers. The exact number of breakers allowed is determined by the panel manufacturer's rating, which you can find on the panel itself. It is important to avoid using all breakers at the same time; as a general rule, you should not use more than 160 amps of power at once to prevent overloading your 200-amp system. For specific guidance, it's best to check your panel's rating or consult with a qualified electrician.

You can certainly talk with electricians about pricing, but the pro has the first and last word on what they charge. If you feel like a quote is too expensive, you can discuss the quotes that other electricians have made and see if they’ll lower their estimate in return. Or you may be able to talk about specific parts of the estimate and how they can be changed. 

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