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Avatar for STAPLEFORD ELECTRIC
STAPLEFORD ELECTRIC
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Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"Electricians showed up on time, were very polite. After discussing everything I need done, procured materials and went to work. Did a very good job."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hammers Home Improvement and Electrical
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Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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"Hammer Electric showed up early for the appointment and was very nice and professional. Their pricing was fair for the 200-amp service and recess lighting they added for mew. They did an amazing job. Very neat while working and cleaned up their work area when they left. I will hire again for my rental properties and refer others. I highly recommend them for any electrical needs."
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NR Electrical
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Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Mohammed was fantastic to work with. His price is fair, his work exceptional, he was on time and he was a pleasure to do business with. I highly recommend him for your electrical needs."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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JDV Electric, LLC
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Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"JDV Electric recently replaced my electrical panel and delivered outstanding service from start to finish. The technicians were professional, courteous, and extremely knowledgeable. Before beginning the work, they took the time to remove the panel cover and thoroughly explain the existing damage, as well as how to prevent similar issues in the future. Unlike other companies that simply provided quotes without any explanation, JDV made sure I fully understood both the problem and their proposed solution. Their attention to detail and clear communication set them apart. The team worked efficiently and left the work area spotless, it was as if they had never been there. It?s rare to have a contractor complete a job without needing any cleanup afterward. I highly recommend JDV Electric for any electrical needs, and I will absolutely be using them again for future projects."
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+10

Response time40 mins
Response rate85%
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Pro Electrician S Corp
4.3(
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Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos is a PRO. Came out installed a new 200 amp electrical panel, conduit protected 200 amp line in, full bonding and grounding system, as well as ran a line and installed a generator interlock kit. He was thorough in showing me how to operate everything, the craftsmanship of his work was next level, everything up and running in a timely manner, and the cost was great. 10/10 would recommend for any and all electrical needs."
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Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
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Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Emergency services offered

"I had my electrical box replaced. They were very pleasant and professional. Arrived on time and completed the work in about 2 hours and explained what they were doing as they went along. They put labels on each of the switches so I would know where everything was. The las electrician I hired to add switches didn't do that."
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Response time3 hrs
72 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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RS Bright Light Electrical, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired RS Bright Light Electrical LLC to install a charging station for an electric car in my garage. Sumit Gogna came to our home and provided us with a free estimate. The job was bigger than my husband and I were expecting, but Sumit explained all of the work involved (we had to dedicate a new panel to the charging station) and the charges ahead of time. Sumit had 2 other electricians with him the day of the install, and everyone was polite, knowledgeable and friendly. While he was on-site, we discussed another electrical project, and Sumit and 1 teammate came back the following week. They are an on-time, outstanding company that really know their stuff and give great customer service. I will definitely hire RS Bright Light Electrical again in the future!"
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200 amp panel
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+68

Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Many ceiling fan-rated electrical boxes tend to be made of metal. However, some electrical boxes may also be made of heavy-duty plastic that is reinforced with metal support structures. It may also have an attachment that connects directly to a ceiling joist. If you are ever ensure, consult with a licensed professional to get their insight on best practices and whether the installation is a safe one.

It’s possible to distinguish a positive black wire from a negative black wire if you know what type of circuit the wires are in. If it’s an alternating current (AC), then black wires are positive. If it’s a direct current (DC), then black wires are negative. 

Sometimes, a circuit has two black wires. In that case, the positive black wire will be solid black while the negative black wire will have a white stripe on it. If you’re still unsure, you can use a multimeter to check.

Most upgrades take 1-5 days, depending on building size and wiring complexity.

The most common gauge for indoor outlets around your home is 12- and 14-gauge wires. But if you’re working with larger appliances like ovens, washing machines, or dryers (all of which require more amplitude), you might find 10-, eight-, or six-gauge wires to help support those hefty appliances.

The size of your home will help determine the size of your electrical panel. Usually, the decision comes down to a 100-amp electrical panel versus a 200-amp panel. Smaller homes, especially those without an HVAC system, may be able to get by with a 100-amp panel. 

If you have a larger home or need to power AC, a 200-amp panel should be the best fit. It’s unlikely that you’ll need a larger panel than that unless you have a larger home or unique electrical needs, but an electrician can help you make the final call.

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