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Capital District Electric
4.9(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business+4 more

Serving Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Capital District Electric was the first place I happened to choose on here and I’m glad I did. Eric got back to me within a few hours and was able to come over the same day. He was polite and professional the entire time. He got right to work, explained the issue, got a new part, and installed it the same day. He moves fast and is focused on getting the job done. When he installed the new breaker, he even cleaned up a ground wire that we didn’t know was just hanging in the old box. I’m very happy with his work and will definitely use him in the future."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
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S & S Electric of NY, LLC
5.0(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+14 more

Serving Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wes Staroba of S & S Electric was a great gentleman to work with. He responded to my request promptly, scheduled an electrical install date right away and did the job at a reasonable price. Thanks Wes, Walter T"
New 200 amp electrical service panel
Existing 100 amp electrical service meter & pa
Exiting 2 meter, 2 panel electrical service
New 2 family, 2 panel circuit breaker service
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Rubino Electric
4.8(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedFixed Generator - Install+4 more

Serving Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"John is a customers ultimate contractor, heâ s very professional, when he says heâ s going to be there heâ s there, which is a rarity today, I had to redo my electrical service over and add 4 panels with meters on a rental property that I owned in Troy , John design the job and did it exactly the way that we Discussed it , in a very timely manner and very neat.( I am and electrician down in the city, so for me to have someone reliable and trustworthy to do my work on my properties is very comforting) I will use him on any future work that I have."
Service upgrades
Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Evolution Power and Development
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install+10 more

Serving Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Jesse completed the electrical work for our new above ground pool and also replaced our electrical panel. He was professional, timely and very reasonably priced. We will use him for all future electrical work at our home."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AP Link
5.0(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by Consumer+1 more

Serving Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with this electrician! They were professional, friendly, reliable, and did an excellent job. They arrived on time, explained everything clearly, and made sure the work was done properly and safely. I really appreciate the quality of their work and how easy they made the whole process. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy and skilled electrician!"
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The NEC prohibits the installation of electrical panels within clothing closets. Closets are filled with flammable items like clothing, mothballs, shoe polish, plastic containers, and exposed light bulbs. If the panel develops a small electrical fire, it won’t take long to bloom into a real disaster. If you have an electrical panel in one of your home’s closets, move it as soon as possible with the help of a professional electrician.

If there’s already a suitable outlet near the range, you likely won’t need an electrician to install an over-the-range microwave. However, if there isn’t an existing outlet or the current one doesn’t meet the microwave’s power needs, you’ll probably need an electrician to install a new outlet. 

The cost of fixing faulty wiring depends on the type of repair required. Replacing an electrical service line, for example, can cost up to $500. Rewiring an entire house will cost at least several thousand dollars. Replacing old wiring like knob and tube wiring will be even more expensive, but fortunately that kind of outdated wiring is fairly rare. Always get an estimate from a reliable electrician to learn the cost details. 

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

The safest way to pull an electrical cord from the wall outlet is by gently but firmly grabbing the plug and pulling it out. Pulling on the cord instead of the plug can cause damage to the cord, leading to an increased risk of electrical problems like fire or electric shock. If you notice damaged wiring on an appliance or device, it’s best to stop using it immediately.

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