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Avatar for Mr. Electric Of Lancaster County
Mr. Electric Of Lancaster County
4.8(
101
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Serving Columbia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"

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

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Jason Martin
4.9(
86
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Serving Columbia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Jason is an excellent electrician. My doorbell stopped working several weeks ago, and I was trying to find the transformer. No luck. Within 5 minutes, Jason for it. He quickly disabled the old transformer and fortunately he brought a new one with him. He was able to connect the new transformer within 15 minutes and now my doorbell works. I highly recommend Jason for any and all electrical issues. He's the right electrical technician for all your electrical needs."
Before picture
New electrical box installed with wire junction
New electrical box junction finished
New electrical box and HDMI
Partially completed wall mount

+31

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Valence Solutions Electrical LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Columbia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Avatar for Jackson Electrical Service
Jackson Electrical Service
4.9(
26
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Serving Columbia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ty is exceptional in every way! Professional, knowledgeable, courteous, friendly, precise in his work and very fair in his pricing. I have hired Jackson Electrical twice so far and will definitely be calling on him in the future for any electrical work. I highly recommend him!"
New outlet
Old outlet
New outlet
Old outlet
New outlet

+24

Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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S DEAN'S ELECTRIC
5.0(
7
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Serving Columbia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quality work

"Ià  à ¢à  à  à  à  ve worked with Deanà  à ¢à  à  à  à  s Electric and Design for over 20 years and can highly recommend Scott for any electrical projects."
kitchen
shop lighting
start remodel
generator
Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Shaun Ford Electric, LLC
3.8(
13
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Serving Columbia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. Electrical work in a 120 year old house in not easy at best, its a real challenge that includes working in the old attic and basement. The fans are beautiful and both working as promised. They cleaned up after the job and worked steady the whole time they were here. Could not be more pleased and will use them again whenever I need electrical work done. Thanks!"
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The copper wire used in knob and tube wiring systems can last up to 100 years. However, it’s considered a dangerous and outdated wiring method because the cloth, fabric, or rubber insulation sheathing can become brittle and fall apart. Knob and tube wiring systems should be inspected if you’re considering buying a home with this type of wiring, or if you have problems with frequently tripping breakers, a sign that you may need to replace them.

The best light switch is user dependent. What works for one person might not work for another. Someone looking to ward off burglars may choose to install proximity light switches or anti-vandal switches, while someone who simply wants to find the switch in the bathroom without using a nightlight may prefer an illuminated light switch. Consider the location of your light switch and the features you want to help you decide on the right light switch for your home.

While you might not need to put lights and outlets on separate circuits, some local codes may require that you use separate circuits. Installing a separate circuit helps prevent total darkness in your home when your receptacle outlets take on too much power and blow a fuse or trip the breaker. It also costs less and is easier to simply install a new circuit.

It’s important to ask an electrician a few questions before you commit to hiring them so you can make an informed decision as a consumer. If you’re getting estimates or considering hiring an electrician, ask them these questions:

  • Are you a full-time electrician?

  • Are you bonded, licensed, and insured?

  • What level of experience do you have as an electrician?

  • Can you please share three references?

  • Do you do residential or commercial electrical work?

  • What kinds of electrical work are you most familiar with?

  • Will any subcontractors be performing the work?

  • Are permits and inspections required?

  • Who is responsible for obtaining permits and inspections?

  • What is your schedule?

  • Do you offer a guarantee or warranty on your work?

  • Will you sign a do-not-exceed clause to keep the job within the budget?

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.

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