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Avatar for Mr. Electric Of Lancaster County
Mr. Electric Of Lancaster County
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by ConsumerElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair+13 more

Serving Columbia, 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

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for JCS Low Voltage LLC
JCS Low Voltage LLC
5.0(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallTelephone Jacks and Wiring - InstallTelephone Jacks and Wiring - Install - For Business

Serving Columbia, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JCS Low Voltage was affordable, very transparent, reliable, and very professional. I will absolutely use them again! I feel very safe in my home and the technology is super user friendly and not to mention cool! I wish I wouldâ ve called them sooner."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jackson Electrical Service
4.9(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business+1 more

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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Electrical questions, answered by experts

You should install a 25-amp breaker for your outdoor electrical outlet. If your outlet is only for use in an outdoor kitchen area for standard appliances, then a 15- to 20-amp circuit breaker should work. However, you will need to install a GFCI receptacle or breaker to ensure that the breaker trips on contact with water.

Smart light switches are designed to work with most traditional light fixtures and wiring. However, there are several compatibility factors to consider. Some smart switches require a neutral wire to function, which may not be present in older homes (typically built before 1985). If you plan to use a dimming feature, ensure your LED bulbs are specifically the dimmable type. Additionally, a stable Wi-Fi connection is necessary for remote control, though some models may use other standards like ZigBee, which would require a compatible smart home hub.

Yes, placing an electrical panel in a bedroom is perfectly acceptable, so long as it meets other space requirements as indicated by OSHA and related agencies. When installed in a bedroom, electricians typically place it in the area directly behind the door swing. This method allows for easy access when conducting electrical panel repairs.

It wouldn’t be abnormal to view all wiring as simply wiring, but wiring has different gauges and can handle different loads. When you’re wiring for 240V, you need wire that is rated at least 240V, but honestly it’s better to spend a little more and just buy 300V wiring. This ensures a margin of safety in case the wiring gets overloaded.

Often, simply looking at a Christmas light fuse will reveal whether it’s blown or not. Dark staining inside the glass that looks like a burn mark means the fuse has blown. If a burn mark isn’t evident, visually inspect the fuse for an intact filament inside. The fuse is no longer usable if the filament is broken or appears non-existent.  

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