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G.A. Electric
4.9(
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Serving Oreland, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1982

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Emergency services offered

"Glenn is very knowledgeable. He takes his time to explain some of the electrical issues in the house. He is diligent and thorough in performing the services. Definitely will contact him again for more electrical services."
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+3

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Your Electric Now Inc
4.8(
225
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Serving Oreland, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

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Emergency services offered

"These guys were super professional and easy to be around. Were good at explaining what they were doing so i could understand.  Didn't ruin my garden where they were working outside the house.  Every time they came in the house, they put on little scrub-type-booties over their workboots!  Owner, John, brought them lunch, then stayed to inspect and personally help with labelling the new electric panel (which many electricians fail to do at all).  I highly, highly recommend these guys.
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+4

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Celano Electric, LLC
4.9(
387
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Serving Oreland, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was a pleasure dealing with Celano Electric. They are extremely professional and do amazing work. The code inspector from our Borough even commented on how great the electrical work was. The inspector said that Celano Electric goes above and beyond in terms of meeting current code and standards. I would highly recommend Celano Electric. They do things right!"
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+25

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Young's Electrical Services, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Oreland, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Young's Electrical Service after receiving quotes from several other companies and having them not show up. Young's arrived when promised, meticulously completed the install and cleaned up after the project. We plan to hire them for additional work in the future."
Ceiling Fan Installation
Rewire to code
Rewire to code
Lighting/Recess lighting Install
Lighting/Recess lighting Install

+8

Response time3 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Klotz Electric
4.8(
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Serving Oreland, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Klotz Electric has become our go-to electrician for all jobs big and small. Responsive, informative, friendly, do quality work, clean up perfectly, and charge a fair price. What more could you wish for?"
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate87%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hammers Home Improvement and Electrical
4.8(
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Serving Oreland, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I was very pleased with Hammer's service and work. His estimate was in the middle of the three companies. Frank never tried to upsell me on service but he did make it clear that the grounding had to be updated to code as part of the project (it was a very old panel). All in all I will use Hammers Home Improvement and Electrical in the future."
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+76

Response time9 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Lights On Electric
5.0(
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Serving Oreland, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Thanks Jeff Duda & the two electricians who installed my EV charger... very courteous, on time, kept me informed every step during installation/neat cleanup.. their dedication and attitude to my project is a big reflection upon the character of Lights On Electric LLC & it's employees .. A1 my book & 5 star rating.. thanks"
5 Gang Meter Installation
5 Gang Meter Installation
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5 Gang Meter Installation

+9

Response time1 day
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by27%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), GFCI outlets should be installed in wet or damp locations where they might be splashed with water or other liquids. This is to protect against ground faults, which are more common around water. Specific areas that require GFCI outlets include kitchens (especially near counters), bathrooms, laundry rooms, basements, garages, and all outdoor receptacles. Depending on local electrical codes, you may need at least one GFCI outlet in these rooms, or every outlet in the area may need to be GFCI protected.

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.

With AC wiring, which is the kind most likely you’ll find at home, the black wire is “hot,” and the white is “neutral.” The bare or green wire is considered the safety ground wire. If you encounter DC wiring, it’s relatively easy to tell positive or negative wires apart. red wires are used to indicate positive voltage and black wires indicate negative voltage.

Home power is measured in kilowatt-hours, commonly expressed as kWh. The average home uses between 800 and 1,000 kWh per month. Peak usage (and highest bills) occurs in the middle of summer and the depths of winter. Keeping on top of your usage during these crucial months will lower your annual average usage considerably. 

Yes, it is possible to hang a chandelier without wiring, but it depends on the design of both the chandelier and your ceiling. Many homeowners use plug-in pendant lights, adhesive hook and cord pendants, or nonelectrical light sources to hang a chandelier without wiring.

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