"My experience with Hughes Electrical was fantastic and I absolutely recommend them to everyone! I was using the vacuum and noticed sparks coming out of my outlet in the living room and then the outlets lost power. I called Hughes Electrical and they were out there by lunchtime. William was very knowledgeable, finding and fixing the problem fast. He also gave me a free inspection of the electric system and fixed an issue he found. I am extremely pleased with everything. This is the best electrical company around!"
"Anthony and Matt installed a new electric line and outlet in our home. They were polite, friendly, professional and efficient. We enjoyed having them in our home! We highly recommend Fused Electric and will definitely hire them again for future electrical needs."
"We know the code to keep you safe"\nHere at Edinson Electrical Solutions LLC, We pride ourselves on our professionalism, as well as our ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. We never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with our level of service. We handle electrical work in Whitehall and the surrounding areas - Call today!\n
With 25 years of experience, JCS Low Voltage LLC is here to help! We offer a variety of low voltage services. We are based out of the Shillington, PA area. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!\n
"Raudy Electric delivers exceptional service that stands out. He, himself is incredibly personable and friendly, making the entire experience stress-free from start to finish. His thorough approach ensures that no detail is overlooked, and he goes above and beyond to be helpful. The pricing is very fair, offering excellent value for the quality of work provided. On top of that, the job was completed quickly without sacrificing attention to detail. If you're looking for a reliable and efficient electrician, Raudy Electric is the perfect choice! Highly recommended."
"10/10 recommend! Souder electrical solutions always provides clean and efficient work, no matter what it is! Darren is the stand-up guy, super friendly, and he really does quality work. He has done multiple services for us from installing recessed lighting, switching outlets and receptacles, light fixtures, and anything else we need."
"Chris came out on short notice for an estimate. Knew when I met him he was the person to do the job. Replaced a difficult service panel project for a very affordable price. I was very impressed with Chris's professionalism and quality of work. Highly recommend using him for any electrical project."
You should not attempt to disable a smoke alarm unless you’ve already activated a replacement unit. To stop a hardwired smoke alarm from beeping, reset the device or silence the alarm. If you’re removing a hardwired alarm, shut off the power, turn the unit counterclockwise to remove it from the ceiling, and disconnect the wiring.
You may not always need to hire a local electrician to install a doorbell camera. Wireless doorbell cameras, for instance, are simple enough for the average homeowner to install. They easily attach to your threshold and run on batteries, so no wiring is necessary.
However, wired doorbells with cameras likely require electrical work that should only be attempted by licensed electricians. You’ll need to call a pro if you’re working with a wired doorbell camera.
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.
Yes, tamper-resistant outlets are designed to be safe for use in homes with children. They feature a spring-loaded shutter that blocks the electrical slots when not in use, which helps protect children from electric shock if they try to insert an object. While they are the safest option available and highly effective, it's important to note that few things are truly 'childproof.' Children may still try to imitate adults by inserting a plug. For this reason, it's best to use tamper-resistant outlets over less effective solutions like plastic covers, which can be removed or pose a choking hazard. Always supervise young children around any electrical outlets or devices.
An average, 400-square-foot electric heated driveways consume approximately $3 per hour in terms of electricity. The price may slightly fluctuate depending on your local energy cost. A simple formula to calculate your heated driveway’s total wattage consumption is by multiplying the square footage by 50 watts and then dividing it by 1,000 to get the kilowatt number. Multiply that with your local energy cost per hour and there you have the hourly operating cost.
The Dale, PA homeowners’ guide to electrical services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Before you hire a licensed electrical contractor, you should learn the cost to run electric from the road to your house so you can budget for the project.
Is it time to upgrade your electrical panel? For the sake of safety, find out sooner than later by exploring our top signs that it’s time for an upgrade.
