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Avatar for Thomas Edison Electric
Thomas Edison Electric
5.0(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeFixed Generator - InstallElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install+3 more

Serving Gilberton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Thomas Edison Electric is an award-winning industry leader, serving over 150,000 homes and businesses. Our 24-hour electricians offer timeliness, professionalism, and expertise on big and small projects 365 days a year.\n\nWhether you need emergency electrical services or basic electrical repairs, you're counting on electricity to keep you safe, connected, and warm. When complications threaten your peace of mind, we'll be there to set things right. Because at Thomas Edison, we're not just in the business of electricity — we're in the business of earning "clients for life."

Panel Replacement
Govee Lights
Panel Upgrade
Panel Replacement
Panel Upgrade

+2

22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
372
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Gilberton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We have been hit twice by lightning by God's grace either one hit our home however the last strike burnt art motorhome to the ground William was hired to install lightning protection lightning rods on our home and two out buildings he took the time to explain to us everything we needed to know answering every question professionally conducted himself in the utmost professional manner I would highly recommend lightning rods and even more highly recommended hiring William to do the job we are going to do an expansion later on and he will be the one and only contractor I will call to continue our lightning protection"
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
182 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Hurricane Home Solutions Southern Tier, Inc
4.6(
207
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Gilberton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The installation was made sooner than expected which was nice. The men who came were knowledgeable and worked efficiently even with an older electrical system. The men were pleasant, professional and willing to explain what we wanted to know.."
Champion Logo
8.5kW Champion Side
8.5kW Champion Front
Champion Automatic Transfer Switch
Generac Logo

+9

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AMJ Construction
4.5(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install

Serving Gilberton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: True professional

AMJ Construction's owner has 30+ years of experience with home improvements.\nWe build, refinished &/or remodel kitchens, bathrooms, basements, additions, garages & more. We have experience with decking, siding, flooring, tiling, painting, door installs, window installs, sheetrock & much more. We pride our company on reliability, 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 meeting you & helping you obtain your home project/remodel needs.\n*We are licensed & insured

Addition with Suite
Kitchen Remodel
Porch Renovation
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All About Media
3.5(
19
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Telephone Jacks and Wiring - Install - For BusinessTelephone System - Install or Upgrade - For BusinessTelephone System - Repair - For Business

Serving Gilberton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Todd took a great deal of pride in his work, and made sure evrything was perfect!! I would absolutely recommend him to anyone needing this type of service, and will use him again in the future. Rare to find someone who provides the level of service he does, and performs his work as if it was his own."
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Information Center
Information Center

+6

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

It’s a great idea to replace and update outlets, especially if an outlet stops working. New outlets work well with modern appliances and devices. Over time, outlets become old and worn—they can even become damaged, cracked, and burnt if the wiring is old and outdated. Old outlets and wiring can cause smoke, sparks, flickering lights, and an electrical fire.

Black is the standard color for hot wires, which transfer electricity to your outlets and switches. Red wires are also hot wires. White (and sometimes gray) wires are considered neutral, delivering power back to the panel. Finally, green wires, which are sometimes bare copper, are ground wires, used to ground an electrical circuit and prevent electrocution.

Aluminum wiring can pose a fire risk as it can overheat, expand, and contract, leading to failing splices and loose connections. If your home has aluminum wiring, it requires careful maintenance and potential safety upgrades. The first step is to hire a licensed electrician to conduct a thorough inspection.

A complete replacement with copper wire is the safest option but can be very expensive and is not always necessary. Other safety measures and upgrades include:

  • Copper Pigtailing: A more budget-friendly option where a short section of copper wire is added to each end of the aluminum wire. This is only appropriate for certain homes.

  • Aluminum-Compatible Outlets: Installing outlets specifically designed for use with aluminum wiring.

  • Anti-Oxidant Paste: Applying this paste to connections to prevent oxidation.

Consulting with a qualified electrician is essential to assess the condition of your wiring and determine the most appropriate updates to meet current safety standards.

The safest option is to let a technician conduct the inspection. However, if you are certain that the capacitor failed and you take all precautions to avoid electric shock, you can take a look yourself. Usually, you can open the front panel of the unit and use a flashlight to find the small capacitor cylinder. It should have a sticker on it that provides its product number, capacity, and similar information that you can note when talking to a contractor.

Yes, the National Electrical Code reviews household codes every three years. However, that doesn’t always mean that kitchen counter outlet requirements will change, but it does allow room for professionals to make updates. That’s why many older kitchens are no longer code-compliant thanks to changing rules for amperage, GFCI protection, and more.

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