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Avatar for Dave Lynch Home Repair Service
Dave Lynch Home Repair Service
4.6(
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave is a very knowledgeable man. We hired him to replace outlets and outside lights. I would highly recommend him for any electrical needs. If I need any other electrical work done I will definitely call him."
Kitchen
Master Bath
1850 Farmhouse
Formal Dining Room
Amazing Transformation

+5

Response time8 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Steve Shrawder Construction
5.0(
6
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This family does any electrical work and generator services I ask. They are exceptionally experienced as well as good folks. Great family values and have also taken good care of some referrals I have sent to them for friends. I would highly recommend any of their services and trust to anyone."
Generac with Transfer switch
Generac on Gen Pad
Generac with Propane Tanks
Response time1 day
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
367
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We have been hit twice by lightning by God's grace either one hit our home however the last strike burnt art motorhome to the ground William was hired to install lightning protection lightning rods on our home and two out buildings he took the time to explain to us everything we needed to know answering every question professionally conducted himself in the utmost professional manner I would highly recommend lightning rods and even more highly recommended hiring William to do the job we are going to do an expansion later on and he will be the one and only contractor I will call to continue our lightning protection"
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
94 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hurricane Generators keeps your home powered—no matter what the storm brings. We specialize in selling, installing, and maintaining premium home standby generators from trusted brands like Generac, Cummins, and Champion. Whether it’s a hurricane, ice storm, or unexpected outage, we make sure your lights stay on, your appliances run, and your family stays safe.\n\nFrom the moment you call, our experts guide you through every step—helping you choose the perfect generator, delivering a clean, professional installation, and providing ongoing service to keep it running flawlessly year after year. With fast response times and flexible maintenance plans, you can rest easy knowing your backup power is always ready.\n\nAt Hurricane Generators, we don’t just install equipment—we deliver peace of mind. When the power goes out, you won’t skip a beat.

The Hurricane Team is committed to seeing your project through from start to finish.
All our installations include an Automatic Transfer Switch, which allows your home generator to automatically startup during a power outage.
Our Standby Generator installations include all gas and electric work required.
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Additional Photos

+4

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Phil's Handyman Contracting LLC.
5.0(
4
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Phil replaced my bathroom fan. He did an excellent job. Very nice person. Easy yo talk too. Very knowledgeable about the work he does. I will gladly use Phil in the future for any work I need done."
Gallery
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Moores Contracting
5.0(
1
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very happy with the work that was completed on my kitchen drawer. The gentleman was very professional and polite. He worked efficiently and did a very good job. I would recommend him to everyone. Thank you to him."
Gallery
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Baking soda is an effective fire reduction method. However, flour and baking powder are very dangerous around flames. Flour is flammable and it can also conduct electricity. The combination can cause serious injury from electrical shock and worsen the situation by adding fuel to the fire. Baking powder is also not an option as it's also highly flammable. 

While not always necessary, wiring your circuit breaker in a certain way can ease both the installation process and use afterward. For starters, you’ll need to install the electrical panel so that the main service knockout aligns with the cable conduit. If they aren’t aligned, you may not have sufficient working space to finish running the wires. Using cable trays, on the other hand, gives you a bit more freedom to and flexibility in where and which direction you install the wires. At the end of the day, the power flow will be the same whether the cords run up or down.

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.

Simple moves on the same base or within a few feet will not take long, roughly three to four hours. Larger moves onto a new wall or transitioning a box from inside to outside will take 8 to 12 hours to complete. Ask your electrician for a time estimate prior to installation.

No. Do not use a 14-gauge wire on a 20-amp outlet. A certified licensed electrician would know that the National Electrical Code (as per Section 240.4(D) subsection 3) requires 14-gauge wires to be used with a maximum amplitude of 15. Therefore, you should only use 12-gauge wires on 20-amp outlets.

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