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Avatar for Brandon Electric Inc
Brandon Electric Inc
4.9(
1,504
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Serving Thornton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"i couldn't be happier with the service.The electficians were courteous, respectful and professional.I would definitely call Brandon Electric again for my electrical needs."
D-1 Baseball Academy LED Lights
D-1 Baseball Academy LED Lights
4" LED Recessed Lights
Under Cabinet Lighting
Commercial Fan

+61

Response time1 day
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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STAPLEFORD ELECTRIC
4.7(
86
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Serving Thornton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mike came to give an estimate and was able to meet a short timeline as I needed 2 electrical outlets installed before the plumber came to install the water heater. Elliott came and got the job done on time and did good work. Elliot was very professional."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Spotlight Solar, LLC
4.7(
150
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Serving Thornton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marc did an outstanding job. He is very knowledgeable. I will be using Spotlight Electric for all of my future electrical needs. Very honest, affordable rates, spot on planning. Will recommend them to all my family and friends!"
Response time1 day
430 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Lights On Electric
5.0(
24
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Serving Thornton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Thanks Jeff Duda & the two electricians who installed my EV charger... very courteous, on time, kept me informed every step during installation/neat cleanup.. their dedication and attitude to my project is a big reflection upon the character of Lights On Electric LLC & it's employees .. A1 my book & 5 star rating.. thanks"
5 Gang Meter Installation
5 Gang Meter Installation
5 Gang Meter Installation
5 Gang Meter Installation
5 Gang Meter Installation

+9

Response time1 day
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by27%of homeowners
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NR Electrical
4.8(
102
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Serving Thornton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
chandelier
200 amps panel
meter socket installation
2
1

+4

Response time2 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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JDV Electric, LLC
4.7(
21
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Serving Thornton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Panel Upgrade

+10

Response time40 mins
Response rate85%
89 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RS Bright Light Electrical, LLC
4.8(
156
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Serving Thornton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sumit of RS Light Bright is one of the best contractors I've ever worked with. I've hired him for 5 separate projects at this point, and he always goes above and beyond. I'll never hire anyone else for electric work so long as I live in the area."
Living room
Kitchen
200 amp panel
Fire place
Living room

+68

Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
337 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

It might seem tempting to use 14-gauge wires for your outlets, as they can run a little cheaper. But, when it comes to electrical work, it’s best not to cut costs less you overload your circuit. A 12-gauge wire will ensure that you’re protecting the outlet (and your circuit breaker) from any potential overloads that might incur, as it can handle a little more amplitude than a 14-gauge wire.

Yes, you must use an extension cord specifically rated for outdoor use to power outdoor lights, such as Christmas lights. Extension cords intended for indoor use lack the protective properties to withstand exposure to outdoor elements. To safely hang and power lights outside your house or in your yard, always connect them to an outdoor power source using an outdoor-rated extension cord.

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.

If you need to run a wire from the meter to the breaker box, start by turning off the power using the main switch to avoid injury risks from live wires. Then, locate the ground wire from your meter and connect it to the ground bar of the breaker box. Connect the neutral wire using the same method to improve your circuit efficiency.

Next, locate the hot wires running from the main switch to the meter. To connect them to the correct terminals from meter to breaker, unscrew the nuts of the breaker hotwire terminals, insert the positive hotwire, and ensure it’s firmly attached. Finally, secure the wires with electrical tape and wire tie cables before re-securing your breaker box. Keep in mind that this process can be dangerous, so don’t hesitate to hire a local electrician.

You should never plug a normal 120v appliance into a special 240v outlet, as it can quickly burn out the appliance. This will cause irreparable damage to the appliance and, in worse case scenarios, cause damage to your circuit breaker. Check your appliance’s rating before plugging it into a 220v outlet to avoid electrical disaster.

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