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CW Electrical Services INC
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+14 more

Serving Rankin, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Warranties offered

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"I am please with this project performed by CW Electrical. The entire team was very professional, from Max who answered my calls and explained the quote, to Kevin and Blake who arrived promptly and professionally performed the work. Thank you all for jobs well done."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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AWESOME Electrical Services
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair+10 more

Serving Rankin, 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"We had an excellent experience with Awesome Electrical Services updating our historic home from outdated knob-and-tube wiring to a modern electrical system.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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BN Electric & Comms
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For BusinessFixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair+2 more

Serving Rankin, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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"The Electrician called me immediately after I filled out the form on Service Magic. He was able to come and replace a bad switch i had within three hours of my having spoken with him. He was polite, professional and finished the job quickly and at an excellent price. I was very happy with the speed and quality of the service and would definitely use BN Electric again."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Goodside Electric
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+11 more

Serving Rankin, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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"WARREN THE ELECTRICAN TRACED THEPROBLEM OF MY LIGHTS BEING OUT IN MY GARGAE AND MY GARGAGE DOOR NOT OPENING FOUND THE PROBLEM VERY PROFESSIONAL PRO AND HE GAVE ME ADVICED ON OTHER ISSUES ABOUT MY ELECTRIC IN MY HOUSE GOOD BIT OF ADVICE AND KNOWLEDGE HE PROVIDED WILL DEFINITELY HIRE AGAIN FOR ANY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS THAT OCCUR !!!!!!!!!!!!"
Response time8 hrs
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Electrical repair and solutions PGH
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair+10 more

Serving Rankin, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

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"These guys were great to work with. I had an electric emergency and they were out the next afternoon to a**** the situation. They replaced my circuit board within a few hours and did a fantastic job. Friendly and cool as well. I would definitely recommend them for a fair price and professional work!"
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

By nature, two-prong outlets aren't grounded—but the box they run to might be, which makes them safer. The safest way to test if an outlet is grounded is to purchase a circuit tester, which cost about $20 at home improvement stores. 

If you discover your outlet (or outlets) aren't grounded, know that this greatly increases your risk of personal injury and electrical fires. You may want to consider installing new three-prong ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlets. On average, the cost to install GFCI outlets is about $210 per outlet.

You should hire a licensed electrician who is insured to perform any electrical work on your home, including lighting installation. States have different requirements for licensing and certifying electricians, so use Angi’s state licensing tool to review local guidelines.

Here are a few questions to ask electricians before hiring:

  • How many years of electrical experience do you have?

  • Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?

  • Do you work with subcontractors?

  • Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?

  • What is the timeline for completion?

  • How do you handle change orders?

  • Can you provide at least three customer references?

How many string lights can be on one outlet depends on a number of varying factors, including the total wattage of your circuit, the type of lights, the energy needs of the lights, and cord specifications. It’s better to play it safe here to protect your circuit, so figure out the max wattage of your circuit, compare that to the lights, and move on from there. Generally speaking, LED string lights require less energy than incandescent bulbs, translating to a higher number of lights per circuit. 

GFCI stands for ground fault circuit interrupter, which means it has the ability to detect a ground fault and shut the circuit down before it creates hazards. General breakers may also do that because ground faults can cause overloads, but they’re more focused on amp overloads from any cause. GFCIs are often installed in specific outlets, but breakers can come with GFCI capabilities built in for broader ground fault protection.

Yes, you can daisy chain outlets, which involves connecting multiple outlets in series. However, ensuring the circuit can handle the additional load is important to avoid overloading and tripping the breaker. The total number of outlets on a single circuit should not exceed the recommended limit, typically eight on a 15-amp circuit. Hiring a licensed electrician is always advisable for complex installations or if you're unsure of what to do.

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