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Mister Sparky of Dayton
5.0(
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Serving Oakwood, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Prompt, professional, and the best pricing out of 3 other local electricians. They'll be my first call in all of my future other electrical needs."
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Response time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Singer Vaughn Electric
4.8(
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Serving Oakwood, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a difficult time getting other electricians to give us estimates to install a whole house battery backup system. After a few weeks we checked Angi's list and found Singer Vaughn Electric Services had good ratings. We called Singer Vaughn Electric. They came out the same day and gave us a written estimate later that day. A few days later they came out to complete the job. We were impressed with the excellent job they did. They were knowledgeable, professional, and courteous. We would definitely recommend Singer Vaughn Electric."
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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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D & D Electrical Service
5.0(
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Serving Oakwood, OH and surrounding areas

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Customers say: True professional

"They was exactly what i was looking for. D & D electrical service was amazing. They made sure everything was done right and to my satisfaction. Thank you D & D Electrical Service for everything. I will definitely use them again."
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1200 amp service
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Install lights

+12

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Wheeler Electric
4.5(
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Serving Oakwood, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Janson arrived on time and installed a new kitchen light fixture. From start to finish it took about 30 min. Janson did an excellent job for a fair price. Will call again when I need electrical work done. Thanks!"
100 amp
Nob & Tube
 Old fuse panel
Nob & Tube
Under Cabinet Lighting

+3

Response time4 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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J Fonz Electric, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Oakwood, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Jacob was very professional with a job estimate. He upgraded all my old wiring and he cleaned up after all his work so I was happy with the results. I will have him do any electrical work that I need done."
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+27

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Empire Electric
5.0(
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Serving Oakwood, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Empire ran electric to my hot tub & got it up and running. He also ran electric to my barn & installed a huge LED light fixture in the barn. Caden did great work, everything is still working perfectly 2 years later."
Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by11%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

A standard three-prong electrical outlet typically lasts for about 15 years with normal use and should be replaced accordingly. GFCI outlets may have a longer lifespan of 15 to 25 years. While some outlets can last longer if used infrequently, they can also fail prematurely. Reasons for early failure include poor wiring, an overloaded circuit, improper grounding or installation, or loose plugs. Signs that an outlet is failing include flickering lights, overheating, a discolored or melted faceplate, plugs that fall out easily, or frequently tripping circuit breakers. It is essential to address faulty outlets promptly to avoid safety hazards, especially in homes older than 15 years.

Several signs can indicate a light switch is bad. If the switch feels loose, slides down after you flip it, or requires multiple flicks to turn the light on, it may be failing. Other common indicators include flickering lights or a general failure to turn the light on or off. Pay attention to any unusual sounds, such as crackling, buzzing, or popping when you operate the switch. More serious signs, which can present a fire or shock hazard, include the switch feeling excessively warm or hot, sparking, smoking, or emitting a burning smell. If you notice any of these dangerous signs, stop using the switch immediately and call an electrician.

Yes, a whole-house surge protector needs a designated breaker in your electrical panel. You will need to choose a double pole breaker that has two wire terminals so that your surge protector can connect to the breaker. This breaker needs two breaker slots inside of your panel. If you do not have room, then you will either need to adjust some of the existing breakers in the panel box or hire an electrician to install a subpanel.

Yes, tamper-resistant outlets are designed to be safe for use in homes with children. They feature a spring-loaded shutter that blocks the electrical slots when not in use, which helps protect children from electric shock if they try to insert an object. While they are the safest option available and highly effective, it's important to note that few things are truly 'childproof.' Children may still try to imitate adults by inserting a plug. For this reason, it's best to use tamper-resistant outlets over less effective solutions like plastic covers, which can be removed or pose a choking hazard. Always supervise young children around any electrical outlets or devices.

This depends on how many outlets you have and the current status of your electrical system. The cost to ground an outlet clocks in at $75 to $480 per outlet, so multiply that by the number of outlets in your home to arrive at a rough estimate. However, this is for simple projects with no obvious issues with the system. Your final bill could vary widely from your calculations.

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