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Matthew West
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Blackville, SC and surrounding areas

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My name is Matthew, I am a mechanical engineer that has always had a passion for woodwork and machining. I am a fixer and can do it all, with the knowledge and science, plus years of experience to back me. What sets me apart is I treat every job as a custom job, and use the best equipment and materials for the job. Please let me help you with your next project!

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Kenny's Corner
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Serving Blackville, SC and surrounding areas

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Hello, my name is Kenny and I take pride in providing reliable, high-quality service for every customer. I believe in doing the job right the first time and treating every home with the same care and respect as if it were my own.\nI’m dependable, detail-oriented, and focused on delivering honest work at fair prices. Whether it’s small repairs, maintenance, or improvement projects, my goal is always to make sure my customers are satisfied and confident in the work that’s done.\nVeteran-owned business committed to honest work, fair pricing, and dependable service

Electrical Solutions
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+1 more

Serving Blackville, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

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"I have had Electrical Solutions do several projects for me. Many projects required innovative solutions and the solutions work perfectly. The work is always done on time and within the given estimate. I even have an electrician in my family but I always depend on Scott and his team of Josh and Pancake because the quality of their work is superior to all others."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Pryor Electric
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Blackville, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

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"My husband and I were very please with the professionalism, honesty and responsiveness of Pryor Electric to our electrical issues. Very very reasonable pricing considering the line of work. Will definitely use in the future."
Response time20 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

While circuit breakers are designed to be reset after tripping, there isn't a strict countdown to when they will fail. The primary danger lies in a breaker tripping multiple times in a short period without allowing the components to cool down. Theoretically, a standard breaker might handle around 50 trips caused by simple overloading. However, this number can be much lower in practice. For instance, a high-current fault could damage a breaker to the point that it needs replacement after only two resets. Repeatedly resetting a breaker that trips frequently exacerbates the underlying problem by causing the electrical components, wires, and the breaker itself to overheat. This can lead to permanent damage, cause the breaker to trip unnecessarily in the future, and increase the risk of an electrical fire. If a breaker trips every few minutes, you should leave it in the 'off' position and call a qualified electrician for an inspection.

Your outlet should be a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). These outlets will cut power off in the case of an electrical fire, keeping your home and family safe. Extension cords can also be GFCIs. A local electrician can replace older outlets with GFCIs, if necessary.

If you connect the wrong electrical wires together, it can lead to a very dangerous electrical shock. All wires should be matched with wires of the same color. It’s very important to consult an electrician if you’re unsure about how to wire your fixture.

A 60W LED bulb is likely labeled as “60W replacement” on the package—that’s because it provides about the same light output as a 60W incandescent bulb. In reality, it likely uses less energy—usually 15 watts or less. If that’s the case, then it’s perfectly fine to put a 60W LED bulb in a 40W socket. Your best bet is to read the package carefully. It will tell you the LED bulb’s actual wattage, and as long as it’s lower than the fixture, the bulb will be safe to use.

Yes, an AFCI (arc fault circuit interrupter) outlet also has line and load terminals, although it uses different technology than a GFCI and offers a different kind of protection. AFCIs monitor for internal arc faults, a type of wiring problem that can start an electrical fire.

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