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AWESOME Electrical Services
4.8(
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Serving Patterson Heights, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had an excellent experience with Awesome Electrical Services updating our historic home from outdated knob-and-tube wiring to a modern electrical system. Brian was incredibly communicative, taking the time to discuss the project, timeline, and costs while patiently answering all of our questions. Patty was wonderful, making scheduling, paperwork, and communication easy and efficient. Their entire crew was knowledgeable, professional, courteous, and respectful. JR and Nick were exceptional foremen who went above and beyond to keep the project on track and ensure every detail was addressed. We'd also like to thank Mike, Julian, Trey, and Chris for their professionalism and craftsmanship. Rewiring an older home is a major undertaking, but they made the process smooth and stress-free. We highly recommend Awesome Electrical Services, especially for owners of older homes."
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On-Q Electric
5.0(
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Serving Patterson Heights, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"One of the most professional and competent contractors I've had the pleasure of dealing with. Apart from being very knowledgeable, they walked me through everything and answered every question I had. The job itself was done exceptionally well, No corner-cutting, just thoroughness and professionalism. Any time I have electrical work to be done, On-Q will be the only electricians I call. Very courteous and professional--I can't stress that enough."
New panel
Electrical
Commercial
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade

+5

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Copper Shield Electric
4.8(
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Serving Patterson Heights, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cody came out and did a fantastic job. Installed an attic fan and ran electric to a shed away from the house and ran electric around a patio outside. Cody is knowledgeable and does a great job. He even took extra time at the end to clean up more than I expected, I didn’t have to do a thing, and I’m always prepared to do a little clean up at the end. His prices are very fair, he is honest and hard working. Would highly recommend to anyone that needs electrical work done."
Post light
Tesla charger
Panel replacement
Electrical Project
Post light

+27

Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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A-R Electrical Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Patterson Heights, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David was very professional, knowledgeable and came prepared with all of the necessary material and tools to complete the work I needed. Will being using A-R Electrical Services again on my next projects!"
Recessed lighting install
Office lighting
Storage outlet placements
Service entrance to meter
Panel Installation

+2

Response time2 hrs
Response rate98%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Prodigy Electrical Group, LLC
4.4(
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Serving Patterson Heights, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I wrote a review before, but the installation was perfect. Personable, caring, and well aware of their surroundings. They were so kind and quiet with the job. I barely heard and power tools and they left leaving no mess! I would highly recommend it!"
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kraken Electric, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Patterson Heights, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Christian was very professional and his work was excellent! He was friendly and took the time to explain what he was doing and why he was doing it. He basically provided an introductory course in some basic electrical principles while providing quality service. The cost was very reasonable and my wife and I are both pleased and satisfied with the results. I will be recommending Kraken Electric to family and friends whenever they require the services of an electrician!"
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Before the widespread use of PVC, affixing a ground wire to plumbing pipes was generally considered to be an acceptable workaround. Nowadays, not so much. There are plenty of nonmetallic water pipes and fittings out there, so any ground previously provided by the metallic piping would be interrupted in these cases, which is dangerous.

The American Wire Gauge system calculates wire size diameters using the complicated formula D(AWG)=.005·92((36-AWG)/39) inch. A simpler rule of thumb is that every six-gauge decrease doubles the wire diameter, and every three-gauge decrease doubles the wire’s cross-sectional area. On the other hand, wavenumbers are typically measured in reciprocal meters (1/m or m−1) or reciprocal centimeters (1/cm or cm−1).

If you’re wondering whether an electrical panel in the bathroom needs to be moved, the answer is yes. Due to the risks of shocks and electrical fires, electrical panels cannot be located in bathrooms per National Electric Code Volume 70. Additionally, gasses, vapors, liquids, and temperature fluctuations can all compromise the functionality of your electrical panel, so it’s important to install it in a dry, cool, safe, and easily accessible location.

A 60W LED bulb is likely labeled as “60W replacement” on the package—that’s because it provides about the same light output as a 60W incandescent bulb. In reality, it likely uses less energy—usually 15 watts or less. If that’s the case, then it’s perfectly fine to put a 60W LED bulb in a 40W socket. Your best bet is to read the package carefully. It will tell you the LED bulb’s actual wattage, and as long as it’s lower than the fixture, the bulb will be safe to use.

A standard three-prong electrical outlet typically lasts for about 15 years with normal use and should be replaced accordingly. GFCI outlets may have a longer lifespan of 15 to 25 years. While some outlets can last longer if used infrequently, they can also fail prematurely. Reasons for early failure include poor wiring, an overloaded circuit, improper grounding or installation, or loose plugs. Signs that an outlet is failing include flickering lights, overheating, a discolored or melted faceplate, plugs that fall out easily, or frequently tripping circuit breakers. It is essential to address faulty outlets promptly to avoid safety hazards, especially in homes older than 15 years.

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