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Hurricane Home Solutions Southern Tier, Inc.
4.6(
200
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Summerhill, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The installation was made sooner than expected which was nice. The men who came were knowledgeable and worked efficiently even with an older electrical system. The men were pleasant, professional and willing to explain what we wanted to know.."
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13kW Cummins Unit
Reverse Angle

+9

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
367
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Summerhill, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
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 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
108 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Hello Handyman, LLC
4.6(
28
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair

Serving Summerhill, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jim is a fine, friendly and skillful young man. Always on tome. Very good repairs done in a bathroom, etc.... I would HIGHLY recommend him for whatever job you might have. I thoroughly enjoyed his visit to our home."
Painting and Insulated Glass Replacement
Laminate Stair Tread
Mary C. Bathroom
Painting and Insulated Glass Replacement
Laminate Stair Tread

+51

Response time8 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Accent Tel USA
4.9(
12
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Telephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business

Serving Summerhill, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Our Company provides a one-stop solution for all of your voice, internet, and telecom needs. Leveraging the Cloud we provide your Office state-of-the-art telephones for little or no upfront cost striving to keep your monthly costs the same. Sound too good to be true? Give us a call and we will show you how.

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Shaffer Home Solutions, LLC
4.9(
11
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair+3 more

Serving Summerhill, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We are 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.\n

Small side deck
Small side deck
Small side deck
Balcony end repair
Balcony end repair

+12

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

You can twist the wires before using a wire nut, but it’s not necessary. Electricians often twist wires before using a wire nut, which can help secure the connection and enhance electrical contact between wires. You can decide whether or not to twist the wires beforehand, or consult a local electrician if you need  professional opinion.

A faulty light switch can trip a breaker due to circuit overload or a short circuit. A faulty light switch may not always trip a breaker, so don’t use that as your only sign that something’s wrong. Always investigate the cause of a switch that isn’t working properly, feels hot to the touch, or is making unusual noises.

You’ll need to locate and hire an electrician near you if there’s an electrical project you don’t feel comfortable tackling yourself. Generally, look for a contractor that specializes in the type of appliance or component that you need help with. For wiring, outlets and similar projects, a general electrician is your best bet. For larger remodels, a general contractor will often take care of electrical projects via subcontractors.

You can use a double-pole switch for a regular light fixture, but it's unnecessary and won’t be the most efficient choice. A single-pole switch works perfectly for standard lights. Double-pole handle high-power appliances that require both hot wires to be disconnected. Using a single-pole switch for regular lights is more cost-effective, simpler, and more common in residential settings.

Most ceiling light fixtures only have a black, white, and green wire, but in some cases, you’ll also find a red wire in the box. This is a second hot wire, like the black wire, and is included for ceiling light kits that have a fan.

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