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Buckeye Electric
5.0(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+14 more

Serving Cardington, OH and surrounding areas

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"Electrical work done on my new shop went excellent! The Buckey Eletric tech did a great job. Very professional and completed on time as scheduled. No complaints at all and would definitely hire again for any future electrical projects."
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Eco Plumbers, Electricians, and HVAC Technicians
4.6(
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Cardington, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

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"Ecoplumbers installed a Nivean tankless water heater for me. I had a lot of issues with it (that turned out to be electrical issues in my old house, not the water heater), and they would send a technician out even on the weekends to try to help me troubleshoot. I would definitely recommend them--top notch customer service."
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Mid America Lightning Protection
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Cardington, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend them. One of my lighting rods was damaged during the tragic tornado that hit Ocean Ridge Plantation in South Carolina. They fixed it at no charge. Their work is excellent and timely. I highly suggest you protect your home from lightning strikes and recommend this company They stand behind their work and customers,"
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Response time6 hrs
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The standard copper wire gauge to use with any 30-amp circuit is a 10-gauge wire. The National Electric Code specifies a 10-gauge wire with appliances like water heaters running on 30 amps. If you try to use a smaller gauge wire, such as a 12 gauge, with a 30-amp breaker, you run the risk of the wire overheating and melting or causing a fire. Because of the safety hazards, the gauge of the wire is not an area to try to cut costs when connecting a 30-amp breaker to a water heater.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

The number of outlets and lights you can safely run on a single circuit depends on the circuit's amperage and local electrical codes. A general rule is to allow one outlet or light fixture per 1.5 amps, keeping the total load under 80% of the circuit breaker's capacity. For example, a 15-amp circuit can typically support up to eight outlets or lights, while a 20-amp circuit can accommodate up to ten. Always consider the combined power usage of all connected devices and fixtures to prevent overloading. For specific guidelines and to ensure safety, it is best to consult local electrical codes or a licensed electrician.

Full home electrical inspections are mandatory if you’re buying a new home, but if you’re just looking for a safety checkup, you have some flexibility. If you don’t have any concerns and your property is relatively new, a basic inspection is usually sufficient. If it’s been a long time since your home was last inspected, or it’s an older home, a full home inspection can help catch any concerns that may fly under the radar.

You should always turn off a breaker whenever electrical work is being done. This step can prevent electrical shock and injury. Also, if a breaker is repeatedly tripping, it can mean there is an electrical overload, and it should be shut off. You should contact an electrician to figure out the cause. Make sure to review how to turn off your circuit breaker safely if you do it yourself, and follow safety precautions to avoid severe injuries.

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