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365 Electric, LLP
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by Consumer+3 more

Serving Cottageville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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Emergency services offered

"E.J. and Kyle were very professional and efficient. They fixed all my electrical issues in less than 45 minutes and I am pleased with their work. I will call them in the future if I need electrical work done."
Response time3 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Coastal Connect Solutions
4.9(
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Telephone Jacks and Wiring - InstallTelephone Jacks and Wiring - Install - For BusinessTelephone System - Install or Upgrade+3 more

Serving Cottageville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Small jobs welcome

"I talked to Justin about wanting a floodlight camera above my garage door. I didn't have any pre existing wiring to use a wired one so wasn't sure what my options were. He picked out a solar panel ring light since that was going to be the cheapest and easier route than running wires to an electrical source. I'm very pleased at how it turned out. He picked up the camera the day we talked and the next day he was installing it. The installation looks very professional and secure. He also helped me finish installing my ring doorbell camera as I had lost the installation screws. Justin is defiantly my go to pro for all my future smart home projects!"
85" TV Wall Mount
85" TV Wall Mount
Living Room TV Setup
In-Wall Cable Detail
Fireplace TV & Soundbar

+14

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Peeples Plumbing & Gas
4.4(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair

Serving Cottageville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I HIGHLY recommend PEEPLES PLUMBING & GAS. It is a family-owned business with skilled technicians. Curtis and Bobby came same morning and at exact time they said they would be there!! They resolved my flooding washing machine and overflowing kitchen sinks in 45 min. They were very professional and efficient. I am very confident in the work that they did. I have honestly never left a review for anything but this company deserves one. Use them!!!"
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

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

Unless you’re a licensed electrician with extensive experience in upgrading electric panels, you must hire a professional for any electrical work. A licensed electrician will make sure your breaker is upgraded safely and in compliance with local codes. Your pro will also take care of any permits and inspections that are needed.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

To avoid drilling into wire, you will need to trace your home's wiring using a stud finder, wire detector, circuit tracer, or voltage finder. Since locating wires in your home can be difficult for some homeowners, hire a professional electrician with the experience and knowledge needed to safely handle electrical systems before drilling into any walls in your home.

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