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Reeltek Electric, LLC
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business+4 more

Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic work! Professional, neat, organized. Dave and team were respectful of our home and even our dogs ?. Definitely plan to have them back. If you are looking to do electrical work - Hire Reeltek!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric Of Lancaster County
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair+13 more

Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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Jim was very professional, friendly and informative. He knew exactly what to do and did all the jobs quickly without disturbance.

We initially hired Mr. Electric do the 200 amp panel upgrade but quickly realized what a great electrician we had so we asked for a quote to do other jobs in our home. The quote was very fast and Tom worked with us to get it in our hands and worked around our schedules to get the work completed. We are really pleased at all the work and will gladly recommend Mr. Electric to all. We will always use this company for all things electrical!


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60 kW Briggs Generator Install
Ceiling Fan Install
Baseboard Heater Install
Full Electrical Wiring
Ceiling Fan Install

+28

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Penn Electrical Systems and Solutions
5.0(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business+4 more

Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kevin did excellent work replacing an outdoor cable wire, obtaining a permit on my behalf from the local township and coordinating the work with the municipality and electricity supplier. He was thorough, knowledgeable and diligent and extremely patient despite the poor communication from the electricity supplier and crew. Kevin also made safe several outlets after mold remediation and a few others that he noticed requiring rewiring. Kevinâ s work and professionalism is exceptional and I highly recommend his services and will hire him again."
Response time12 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Eason Electric and Home Improvement
4.9(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by ConsumerElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair+1 more

Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was able to secure an initial appointment with Shawn quickly. On the first visit, he took the time to evaluate the situation and present a solution to my wiring request which was to add additional lighting to the outside of the garage. Shawn was able to run wiring in a nearly inaccessible wall, checking to make sure the lights will all sit level and not leaving until we both walked the inside and outside of the garage to make sure every light and outlet was in working order. We ha e already discussed the next project. I would definitely hire Eason Electric for future projects."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Meadow View Electric LLC
4.9(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not Provided+5 more

Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very polite and kind, punctual and great at coming up with alternative solutions for a problem that is cost effective and solves the issue. I will be hiring them again in the future for all my electrical needs. Thank you for picking up a project that another never finished and doing it right and the same day."
Soffit Lights
Soffit Lights
Finished Attic Space
Finished Attic Space
Finished Attic Space

+5

Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Longacre Electrical
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedCeiling Fan - Install+16 more

Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was professional, courteous, knowledgeable throughout the entire process. He was especially patient as he described how I had incorrectly attempted to wire these two switches. He completed the job very quickly. I give him my highest recommendation and will hire him for another electrical project shortly."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SOS Electrical, LLC
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair

Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team from SOS Electrical installed nine ultra-slim ceiling lights and a chandelier in our home in Mt Gretna. Chris & Evan did a fantastic job. They were timely, responsive and professional from first contact, to the initial visit for the quote, through the whole installation process. They took care to minimize drilling in the ceiling and helped plan out the light spacing. The lights in our home look fantastic! Moreover, they are reasonably priced - the final cost actually came in slightly less than their original estimate and that was great too. I would definitely use them again for future electrical projects. Highly recommend!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can run an above-ground electrical conduit and stay within National Electrical Code safety guidelines. Just make sure you check the code requirements of your project with the local building regulations office. You should work with a local electrician to complete this type of project due to the personal safety hazards.

Yes, one wire is always hot on the 3-way switch, meaning it carries the electricity from the power source to the switch. If you have a 3-wire cable in your home, you have two hot wires, or line wires, coming from the power source. Typically, you’d connect the hot black wire from the power source to the traveler wire and the hot red wire from the power source to the first 3-way switch. For the second 3-way switch, you’d then connect the hot black traveler wire to the switch.

A faulty light switch can trip a breaker due to circuit overload or a short circuit. A faulty light switch may not always trip a breaker, so don’t use that as your only sign that something’s wrong. Always investigate the cause of a switch that isn’t working properly, feels hot to the touch, or is making unusual noises.

It can be safe to buy or live in a house with knob and tube (K&T) wiring, but only if the system is in good condition, functional, and has been thoroughly inspected and approved by a licensed electrician. Never purchase a home with K&T wiring without getting a professional electrical inspection first.

Key considerations include:

  • Safety and Condition: An inspector will verify that the wiring is safe and has not deteriorated. Over time, the insulation can wear away, leaving exposed wires that pose a significant fire or shock hazard.

  • System Capacity: The electrical service should be at least 60 amps. However, even at this capacity, K&T systems often struggle to handle the demands of modern appliances and electronics.

  • Lack of Grounding: Knob and tube wiring is an ungrounded system, which is a safety concern for many modern devices.

  • Ongoing Maintenance: If you live in a home with K&T wiring, it's recommended to have it inspected by an electrician every one to two years to ensure it remains in safe working order.

Ultimately, any inspection or modification of a knob and tube system should always be performed by a certified professional.

Removing a fuse from the fuse box is relatively safe under normal circumstances. The task becomes dangerous if wires or wire terminals are exposed or in the case of a disaster such as flooding in the home where water can act as an electrical conductor.

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