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CJ Electric
4.8(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+3 more

Serving Shickshinny, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"CJ Electric was great. I can’t say enough about how helpful, considerate and polite he and his team were. I needed a substantial amount of work done, and they were careful, conscientious and paid attention to all the little details. I will definitely be giving him a call for my future projects."
Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Rinker Inc. Generator, Ductless, Electrical
4.7(
265
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeFixed Generator - Repair+10 more

Serving Shickshinny, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the most professional service I have ever dealt with..you pay a lot of money for a generator and this is the way it should be done..they sent a scout out ahead of time..they installed this gigantic generator in the snow flawlessly.they went the extra mile and repaired a few electrical problems I wasnâ t aware of..these guys were amazing.I will hire them for any other electrical needs I have..I am so impressed with this company..These are your guys for all your electrical needs...excellent!!!!"
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50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
372
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Shickshinny, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"WB Lightning is focused on customer service. The company provided good communication and responded very quickly to my inquiry for a quote. WB Lightning is a respected company, I had another electrical service provider tell me I made a good choice when I hired WB Lightning Rods."
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
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lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
175 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Steve Shrawder Construction
5.0(
6
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Shickshinny, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This family does any electrical work and generator services I ask. They are exceptionally experienced as well as good folks. Great family values and have also taken good care of some referrals I have sent to them for friends. I would highly recommend any of their services and trust to anyone."
Generac with Transfer switch
Generac on Gen Pad
Generac with Propane Tanks
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Shickshinny, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hurricane Generators keeps your home powered—no matter what the storm brings. We specialize in selling, installing, and maintaining premium home standby generators from trusted brands like Generac, Cummins, and Champion. Whether it’s a hurricane, ice storm, or unexpected outage, we make sure your lights stay on, your appliances run, and your family stays safe.\n\nFrom the moment you call, our experts guide you through every step—helping you choose the perfect generator, delivering a clean, professional installation, and providing ongoing service to keep it running flawlessly year after year. With fast response times and flexible maintenance plans, you can rest easy knowing your backup power is always ready.\n\nAt Hurricane Generators, we don’t just install equipment—we deliver peace of mind. When the power goes out, you won’t skip a beat.

The Hurricane Team is committed to seeing your project through from start to finish.
All our installations include an Automatic Transfer Switch, which allows your home generator to automatically startup during a power outage.
Our Standby Generator installations include all gas and electric work required.
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A.S.B. Renovations LLC
4.4(
25
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Electrical for Addition or Remodel - Install - For Business

Serving Shickshinny, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

ASB Renovations, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

New Home Construction
New home construction
Response time2 days
Response rate99%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

To ensure batteries stop charging when they’re full, you’ll need to install a charge controller that determines when the battery is full. Once the battery is fully charged, the charge controller will stop the energy flow or divert the energy to the grid or other appliances. Without a charge controller, the battery may continue to charge, which can lead to less productivity and potential damage.

Grounded electrical outlets are usually three-pronged. You can also look for a grounding clip in your outlet boxes or use a circuit tester. If you’re unsure, consult a suitably qualified electrician regarding your home's electrical safety.

People who have experienced blown fuse have occasionally tried to fix the problem by placing copper pennies in the fuse box. While they are good conductors of electricity and can seemingly “fix” the issue,  they don’t protect against short circuits or fires. Putting pennies in a fuse box is dangerous—the best solution is to call a professional electrician to fix the problem.

Many homes have a 200-amp service, which requires a 2-inch electrical meter riser. Larger homes or homes that require more energy for several appliances and devices may have a 400-amp service. For 400-amp service, opt for a 4-inch electrical meter riser.

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