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Avatar for Tpaul Electric
Tpaul Electric
4.9(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+2 more

Serving Riverdale, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"TPaul Electric did an electrical wiring job for me. His service was excellent. He evaluated the needs of the job and was attentive, accommodating, personable and professional throughout. At the end, I was happy with the work done. It has lasted with no reason to call back, unless I have other projects for him/them to work on. Thank you TPaul."
Response time8 hrs
75 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by2%of homeowners
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PK & Altman Electric
4.3(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+14 more

Serving Riverdale, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1954

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My experience with PK and Altman Electric was excellent. From my initial contact with Elizabeth in the main office to the service that was provided by Raphael and Omar, the staff was professional, polite, and punctual. I called on a Tuesday, and Elizabeth scheduled me in for Wednesday! And Raphael and Omar arrived an hour early. Before starting, Raphael reviewed a TO DO LIST with me. A ceiling fan and two outlets, including a GFI and light fixture, were either replaced or serviced. Pricing is competitive. Very pleased and would highly recommend."
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Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Advanced Electric
4.9(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+10 more

Serving Riverdale, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken was absolutely wonderful during this entire job. He was always at the job exactly when he said he would be and always available to troubleshoot. We will be using Advanced Electric for all of our electrician needs in the future. Excellent company and very fairly priced!"
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Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Electric Plus
4.5(
306
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by ConsumerElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+2 more

Serving Riverdale, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Simply Electric for any electrical work, especially panel installations. Gerry recently replaced my old, outdated electric panel with a new one, and the quality of work was exceptional. From the initial estimate, he was professional, punctual, and very transparent about the process. He took the time to explain the process and what to expect. . I now have total peace of mind knowing the work was done correctly and up to code. I will definitely be using him for future electrical needs!"
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30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Solaris Wiring
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business+7 more

Serving Riverdale, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had a great experience with Solaris Electrical! Semir personally came to my home and did an excellent job. He responded to my posting very quickly and came the next day to install a 240 V (Level 2) outlet for my EV charger in the garage. He also upgraded my existing electrical panel and completed everything quickly, precisely, and with outstanding quality. The work was done neatly and professionally — no mess, no delays, and everything works perfectly. I’m very happy with the result and will definitely use Solaris Electrical again for future electrical projects. Highly recommend this company — Semir is professional, efficient, and reliable!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
ControlGlobal Tech, Inc.
4.8(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Riverdale, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quality work

With over eight years of experience in the Electrical industry ControlGlobal Tech, Inc., is your industry expert. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Tysheen Electrical
5.0(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+3 more

Serving Riverdale, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Tysheen Electrical is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Yes, a faulty or broken light switch can be a serious fire hazard. Malfunctioning switches, often due to loose connections, exposed wiring, or overheating, can cause sparking or arcing. If you hear a crackling, popping, or hissing sound when you use the switch, it indicates live electricity arcing inside, which is a significant hazard that can ignite nearby flammable materials. If you suspect your light switch is faulty, turn off the power to that circuit at the breaker and contact a qualified electrician to remedy the issue.

When power is restored to your home, the transfer switch will return to utility power after about 10 seconds. Your generator will then run for a few more minutes to cool down before automatically shutting itself off. In most situations, your home will stay powered by the generator for at least five minutes, even after your power comes back on.

String lights require electricity, but not an excessive amount, especially when compared to other lighting fixtures. LED rope lights, for instance, consume around one watt per foot. Running six or seven light strings simultaneously should only cost you around $10 to $15 each month. You can save even more money by remembering to turn off your lights during daylight hours. 

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 C-wire is typically blue, but don’t rely on colors to find which wire is which when it comes to thermostat wires. The C-wire may also be black, brown, or purple. Instead, if you’re looking for the C-wire, look at the thermostat panel for a wire connecting to “terminal C,” or call in a pro to help you look for a C-wire.

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