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Avatar for EVOL Electrical Contractors, LLC
EVOL Electrical Contractors, LLC
5.0(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by Consumer+11 more

Serving Collingdale, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Evol Electric is the tops! We requested quotes from 4 other contractors, but for the QUALITY and price, Evol canâ t be beat. They upgraded our 100-year old home, making it safe, bright, and new. Chyke and Denise are deeply knowledgeable, flexible, responsive, and personable to boot: Iâ d hire them again in a flash, and will heartily recommend them to all."
Kitchen lights
Kitchen lights
Kitchen lights
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mister Sparky Ardmore and Levittown
5.0(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - Install+15 more

Serving Collingdale, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are a Local Family Owned Small Business backed by national brand warranties. Our licensed, trained, and background-checked electricians show up on time, explain the issue clearly, provide upfront pricing, and stand behind the work with nationally backed warranties. Our team brings 20 plus years of average electrical experience, and every employee completes federal and state criminal background screening, full panel drug testing, and credential verification. \n\nWe help with EV chargers, electrical panels, lighting, outlets, ceiling fans, troubleshooting, and emergency repairs done safely and professionally.\n\nServing Ardmore, Levittown, Bala Cynwyd, Narberth, Wynnewood, Haverford, Gladwyne, Jenkintown, Abington, Huntingdon Valley, Feasterville-Trevose, Langhorne, Yardley, Newtown, Bristol, and nearby communities in Philadelphia.

Fan installation
Fan installation
Fan installation
Fan installation
Led lights installation

+8

154 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JDV Electric, LLC
4.7(
21
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair

Serving Collingdale, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"JDV Electric recently replaced my electrical panel and delivered outstanding service from start to finish. The technicians were professional, courteous, and extremely knowledgeable. Before beginning the work, they took the time to remove the panel cover and thoroughly explain the existing damage, as well as how to prevent similar issues in the future. Unlike other companies that simply provided quotes without any explanation, JDV made sure I fully understood both the problem and their proposed solution. Their attention to detail and clear communication set them apart. The team worked efficiently and left the work area spotless, it was as if they had never been there. It?s rare to have a contractor complete a job without needing any cleanup afterward. I highly recommend JDV Electric for any electrical needs, and I will absolutely be using them again for future projects."
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Panel Upgrade

+10

Response time40 mins
Response rate85%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Daryl Carter's Electrical Services
4.7(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+3 more

Serving Collingdale, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had new outside service and a new panel installed in my row home. Mr. Carter was very knowledgeable about old row house wiring. He arrived at the time he stated, took down the old (50+ years) wiring coming into the house from the street, replaced my old breaker (panel) box and labeled the switches (which switch turned the electric on and off in each room). He and his assistant were very pleasant, worked very efficiently, explained the work being done and answered the many questions I had regarding old row homes and electrical wiring. We did a walk through to discuss future electrical projects. He impressed neighbor who pretty much hired him on the spot. I will be referring him to my friends."
Commercial tire shop
Commercial tire shop
Commercial tire shop
Commercial tire shop
Commercial tire shop

+1

Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

While circuit breakers are designed to be reset after tripping, there isn't a strict countdown to when they will fail. The primary danger lies in a breaker tripping multiple times in a short period without allowing the components to cool down. Theoretically, a standard breaker might handle around 50 trips caused by simple overloading. However, this number can be much lower in practice. For instance, a high-current fault could damage a breaker to the point that it needs replacement after only two resets. Repeatedly resetting a breaker that trips frequently exacerbates the underlying problem by causing the electrical components, wires, and the breaker itself to overheat. This can lead to permanent damage, cause the breaker to trip unnecessarily in the future, and increase the risk of an electrical fire. If a breaker trips every few minutes, you should leave it in the 'off' position and call a qualified electrician for an inspection.

People who have experienced blown fuse have occasionally tried to fix the problem by placing copper pennies in the fuse box. While they are good conductors of electricity and can seemingly “fix” the issue,  they don’t protect against short circuits or fires. Putting pennies in a fuse box is dangerous—the best solution is to call a professional electrician to fix the problem.

GFCI outlets help prevent dangers from ground faults that can cause shocks. This is a different issue that a ground circuit can’t fully address. It’s best to use GFCI outlets combined with ground circuits for complete protection for you and your electronics.

Grounding is an essential part of installing an electric fence. Without grounding, the electrical circuit will be incomplete. That means the fence won’t work and will fail at delivering shocks upon impact. Even grounding the fence improperly can cause faulty shocks, if any. To ground the fence, you will need to use ground rods, ideally made from copper or galvanized metal, that are at least 4 feet high, for best results.

How far you can run underground electric depends on the wire gauge (generally AWG) and the circuit voltage. Too much voltage drop in an electrical circuit can negatively affect performance, so the smaller the voltage drop, the better. Ideally, it shouldn't exceed 3%. The smaller the wire and the longer the run, the more significant the voltage drop. 

For example, with a 120-volt circuit, you can run 60 feet of 12 AWG cable without losing more than 3% voltage. With a 240-volt circuit, you can run 120 feet of 12 AWG wire while maintaining a voltage drop of 3% or less.

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