"Hughes Electrical is a delightful company! I hired them to install an upgraded panel and electrical system, as my old electric was undersized. The electrician was personable and nice, I felt very comfortable having him in my home. I am very happy with the entire experience."
"I needed 4 separate lines put in and Brandon Electric came to our home with a professional team of electricians and completed the job without shutting off the electric. I will recommend Brandon Electric to anyone."
"My husband and I are more than pleased and satisfied with the electrical skills of Mark Harda. He also gave attention to a ceiling fan and light. Very clear with estimates, he came as planned and completed the proposed work in appropriate time frame. We will certainly reach out to this company in the future!"
"Fantastic work! Professional, neat, organized. Dave and team were respectful of our home and even our dogs ?. Definitely plan to have them back. If you are looking to do electrical work - Hire Reeltek!"
"Immediately contacted after placing a request for work. The tech was courteous on the phone and understood my situation and was able to come out at 8am the next day. The quote was extremely reasonable and the work was excellent. The tech stayed until the job was complete and cleaned up after himself. I would highly reccomend and I will definitely use again if electrical issues arise."
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!
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"The gentlemen who performed the service were courteous and professional. They left the area as clean as when they started. I highly recommend AMF Electric!"
As a residential electrician you never know what you’re going to get into, that is why I love giving my customers a free estimate to help prepare them for the upgrade, repair, or new installation they’ve been thinking about. From panel upgrades just a simple dimmer switch installation, I bring a quality of work and up-to-code knowledge to help you improve your home.
These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.
If a light switch is off, it’s very unlikely to cause a fire. For a fire to start, the switch has to be on, activating an electrical current, and the wiring must be faulty. However, the malfunctioning light switch could cause an intermittent current to move across the electrical wire. This issue could become a fire hazard with another device connected to the wire. You should replace the bad light switch as soon as you notice it or call an electrician.
Outlets with only two slots have no ground connection. That’s more common on very old outlets, which means it’s more likely the outlet won’t be polarized. You’ll have to closely examine the slots to see if there’s a size difference indicating polarization. Keep in mind outlets this old are usually out of code and should be replaced if you’re doing any electrical work.
In most cases, line wires are located at the bottom of a panel or device, while load wires are located at the top. Line wires are generally black, while load wires are typically red or black. To tell for sure, you can use a multimeter or volt pen to test the wire. A live or line wire will always carry a charge, while a load wire will only carry a charge when it’s in use.
Yes. Like other trained specialists, electricians need to be licensed in their state of operation, and carry specific kinds of insurance required by that state, which usually includes general liability insurance and surety bonds. When choosing an electrician, always pay attention to these details, and avoid electricians who can’t offer proof. When it comes to wiring, you want experienced, trained pros doing the work.
The Honey Brook, PA homeowners’ guide to electrical services
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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.