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Koletas Electric
4.9(
55
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Serving Salem, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"George came shortly after I called. He diagnosed the problem with the wires and replaced wires and upgraded electric box. I was very satisfied with the the service and the price. George has my highest recommendation."
Attic Sub-panel
Rough in
Panel Upgrade
Conduit
Panel update

+34

Response time3 days
Response rate99%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AP Link
5.0(
11
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Serving Salem, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex was awesome! He took the time to do the project right but also didn’t waste time. He was nice to my pets and myself and not a problem to have in my home. I plan to use him again for some other electrical projects and will also recommend him to others!"
Outdoor outlet
Outdoor outlet
Outdoor outlet
Outdoor outlet
Outdoor outlet

+103

62 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dig Dug Electric LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Salem, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Quality work! Frank came out for three jobs.. Two electrical jobs and one outdoor project. 1) installed new lights in my basement and moved the switches to a more logical location. 2) removed an old lamp post outside and shut off the electrical lines that ran to it. When my wife and I decide what kind of lighting we want outside, we will be hiring him again for the install. 3) removed several small-medium boulders from the property. Also moved a large pile of scrap wood to our burn pile (would have taken me hours). Highly recommended for general handyman work and/or small tractor work outside."
New Addition Wiring
2' Retaining Wall
Building Permit
Residential Wiring
Residential Wiring

+5

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Donohue's Lightning Rods
4.3(
70
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Serving Salem, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Donohue is very knowledgeable and has excellent experience in the lightning protection area. He responds quickly and has a very professional team of workers. He quoted the job using google earth information. When he visited the site he reduced his price by over 50%. I highly recommend him and I will use his company again."
Jobs from the last 3 year
Jobs from the last 3 year
Lightning protection
Lightning protection
Lightning protection

+10

Response time1 day
95 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
369
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Serving Salem, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"WB Lightning Rods did an excellent job installing lightening rods on our home. The owner stayed onsite the entire time to supervise the work. He took extra care to plan the rod and cable placement to ensure the proper protection and retain the aesthetics of our home. His crew were knowledgeable, polite, neat and efficient. We could not be more pleased with the results."
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
163 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Pat the Handyman
5.0(
5
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Serving Salem, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Pat is wonderful! He contacted me after I put out a call for someone to help me with some minor electrical issues. He chatted with me over the phone about my issues and was able to come by and help me out the next day! Very kind, fair, knowledgeable, and helpful! I will be continuing to go to Pat with any future issues or home improvement needs!"
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

You don’t need to be an electrician to change a light bulb. You also don’t have to be an electrician to replace a light fixture with another compatible one. But, if you are installing a light fixture for the first time, it’s worth hiring a licensed professional for the job.

While a handyperson may charge a bit less, a qualified professional can make sure everything is up to code and working exactly as it should be. This is especially true for more complicated lighting projects.

Yes, gas dryers still need electricity. While their heating system relies solely on natural gas to produce the heat that dries your clothes, gas dryers use electricity to power the lights and display screens on their interface, turn on the drum, and power any automatic moisture sensors inside the unit.

Electric fences use very little energy and shouldn’t cause any surprises on your next energy bill; You may only notice an extra couple of dollars on the bill. While electric fences don’t consume much energy, they still need it. If you have a power outage after a storm, your electric fence will likely stop working.

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.

Yes, it’s safe to strip a wire if you follow the proper safety precautions. First and foremost, you must always disconnect the power and never try stripping a live wire. Using wire strippers is another safety precaution, but don’t forget to keep your fingers away from the blade. It’s also critical you only remove the insulation and not accidentally cut into the conductor, which is unlikely as long as you’re using the right-sized wire stripper.

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