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Avatar for Let There be Light Electrical LLC
Let There be Light Electrical LLC
5.0(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business+1 more

Serving Germansville, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very lucky to have Greg come to my home and get my electrical problem fixed. He was prompt, professional and quickly solved my problems in a very short time. I would definitely use his services again and wholeheartedly recommend him for all of your electric repairs."
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Response time7 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
Avatar for Wentzel, LLC
Wentzel, LLC
4.9(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not Provided+11 more

Serving Germansville, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Called Justin the owner at about 10 or 10:30 on Friday Jan 13 and his brother installed a replacement electric baseboard heating unit by 10:30 on Saturday January 14 for only a nominal extra charge for Saturday. Devon his brother could not have been nicer and more professional and insured that the rest of the wiring for the entire house was fine including the extensive wiring for baseboard heat throughout the house. I intend to have them come replace te rest of the units that need replacing"
Pool Lights
Chandelier
High ceiling light
Before of Kitchen 1 of 3
Before of Kitchen 2 of 3

+17

Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fused Electric
4.8(
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Lightning Protection - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station InstallationElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business+10 more

Serving Germansville, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was in an emergent situation, inexplicably lost power after mysterious flickering and dimming for a day. PP&L wouldn't connect me with a real person and ultimately told me it'd be 3 days to check on the problem. It was 19 degrees, and I had no power. It's just me and my two daughters approaching a January weekend. I was panicked. I went on Angie's list for the very first time, saw these guys, and sent out the request hoping for the best. Almost immediately, I got a call back. They'd already discussed and decided to take a stab at my issue. Within two hours, Fused was at my house and was able to see that the problem was pole-to-house wiring (PPL's responsibility), and offered to help make sure to get PPL to come the same day. PPL was at my home within 2 hours... and Fused didn't charge me for the visit. We've all been burned, some of us more than once, but these guys are decent human beings, and I would call them again in a second."
Cabinet Lighting
Standby Generator
Landscape Lighting.
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+11

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. Electric of Reading
5.0(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeFixed Generator - Install+15 more

Serving Germansville, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I needed some help wiring my basement and Troy and his team were able to help me complete the job without a hitch. They were professional, knowledgeable, and worked fast. I take great comfort knowing that I have an electrician that I can count on. I couldn't recommend Troy and his Mr. Electric team enough for all your electrical needs."
Lighting Upgrade
Lighting Upgrade
Lighting Upgrade
Lighting Upgrade
Lighting Upgrade

+16

67 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Edinson Electrical Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For Business+1 more

Serving Germansville, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Erwin and Harold from Edinson Electrical Solutions visited us to work on the dishwasher, the circuit breaker panel, outlets and possible installation of a new outlet box in the basement. Erwin was very thorough. He went through all the requirements of what needed to be done and provided options for us to pick. We wound up putting in a new outlet box for the dishwasher (which he diagnosed as needing replacement). He installed a new whole house surge protector at the circuit breaker panel. He fixed a few of the troublesome outlets. We decided not to install the outlet box in the basement at this time. What was impressive was the time he spent explaining the pros and cons of what needed to be done. I appreciated the explanations. They did an outstanding job for us and not was reasonable for the work that was performed."
Electrical Projects
Electrical Projects
Electrical Projects
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Response time1 day
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CJD Electric, LLC
4.6(
16
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business+4 more

Serving Germansville, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This gentleman was very professional, was here when he said he would be & got the job done in the time frame he quoted. We have not had a problem with our electrical in that part of the house again. We will hire him in the future when doing future renovations."
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Wiring can last anywhere from 50 to 70 years, but all kinds of mishaps can occur that reduce the lifespan of your electrical wiring, including severe weather conditions, pests, and even faulty wiring. Keeping a preventative maintenance scheduling and hiring an electrician for an annual electrical inspection will keep your wiring system around for as long as possible.

It can be safe to buy or live in a house with knob and tube (K&T) wiring, but only if the system is in good condition, functional, and has been thoroughly inspected and approved by a licensed electrician. Never purchase a home with K&T wiring without getting a professional electrical inspection first.

Key considerations include:

  • Safety and Condition: An inspector will verify that the wiring is safe and has not deteriorated. Over time, the insulation can wear away, leaving exposed wires that pose a significant fire or shock hazard.

  • System Capacity: The electrical service should be at least 60 amps. However, even at this capacity, K&T systems often struggle to handle the demands of modern appliances and electronics.

  • Lack of Grounding: Knob and tube wiring is an ungrounded system, which is a safety concern for many modern devices.

  • Ongoing Maintenance: If you live in a home with K&T wiring, it's recommended to have it inspected by an electrician every one to two years to ensure it remains in safe working order.

Ultimately, any inspection or modification of a knob and tube system should always be performed by a certified professional.

That depends on your setup. If a circuit breaker already has GFCI protection, then everything connected to that specific circuit is being monitored. You don’t need additional GFCI outlets on that breaker.

However, if the breaker is not GFCI, then you should have GFCI receptacles for at-risk outlets nearby water sources, because they are not receiving protection. Breakers in a breaker box can vary between GFCI and non-GFCI. Look for GFCI labels on the breaker or try to find the breaker model number to look it up if you aren’t sure.

While most electrical items can be plugged into a GFCI outlet, some appliances with internal or stationary motors, such as refrigerators, vent fans, and fluorescent lighting, can cause nuisance tripping. This happens because they experience a small, normal amount of current leakage, which can cause the GFCI to trip even when the appliance is working correctly. Although this is not a safety hazard, it can be inconvenient and may cause the GFCI outlet to wear out faster. For this reason, it is often better to plug these types of appliances into a standard outlet. Additionally, electrical circuits over 100 feet long can sometimes cause tripping. Some appliances, like hair dryers, have their own built-in GFCI protection, so connecting them to a standard outlet is fine.

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.

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