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Proper Electric of South Carolina, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Fairfax, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Emergency services offered

"Proper Electric (Stephen) came out and got straight to work diagnosing my in-law’s electrical issues and fixed it within a timely manner. He has been called out for different jobs including upgrades, but sometimes critters chew up wires and Proper will be their first call for any electrical issues!"
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Birt's Appliance Repair LLC
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Serving Fairfax, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Very friendly and professional. Very quick to answer the service call. Kept us informed about what they were doing. Did an excellent job installing our microwave under our cabinet. Would highly recommend Birt's Appliance Repair."
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Mock Electric, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Fairfax, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Terrific job. Mock Electric installed a power line on an independent circuit for a new electric fireplace located about 100 feet away from our fuse box. They were on time and did the work in a thorough and efficient manner and on budget. Thank you for this recommendation!"
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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair
4.2(
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Serving Fairfax, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The problem turned out to be a burned out small electric door switch. I believe the price was way too expensive for the service performed and the price of the door switch. What more can I say? It got done."
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Matthew West
New to Angi

Serving Fairfax, 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
New to Angi

Serving Fairfax, 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

LIGHTNING DEFENSE
4.3(
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Serving Fairfax, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Emergency services offered

"John called me back within 15 minutes.  He was very helpful and said he could do it but thought it might be better for me to contact someone a little closer.  I think his schedule was pretty full although he didn't say that.  He recommended 2 companies in my area and I ended up hiring one of them to do the work.  I was very pleased with them and they were prompt just like John at Lightning Rod Systems.  I appreciate that he was thinking about what was best for me."
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Yes, a light switch still has power even when switched off. Switches only interrupt or continue the flow of electricity into a fixture or outlet; they do not shut off the power flowing into the wire. The only way to shut off power in a light switch is to turn off the power at the circuit breaker.

Flickering lights, warm outlets, or tripped circuits needing immediate attention mean systems likely risk hazard scare.

While the National Electrical Code (NEC) does not set a strict limit, a common guideline is to have a maximum of eight outlets or receptacles on a 15-amp circuit. This rule of thumb, which equates to about one outlet per 1.5 amps, helps keep the total electrical load safely below 80% of the circuit breaker's capacity. It is important to consider the power demands of any devices or appliances that will be plugged in, as overloading a circuit can lead to tripped breakers or create a fire hazard. To ensure the safety and code compliance of your electrical system, consult with a licensed electrician.

If you find the power cables for your appliances are too short, there are ways to extend them for the cost of just the extra wiring you need. Simply cut and strip your wires, solder them together, and cover them using heat shrink tubing. Not everyone has a soldering tool on hand, so if you’re looking to extend in a pinch, an extension cord, power bar, or surge protector can do the job just fine.

An average, 400-square-foot electric heated driveways consume approximately $3 per hour in terms of electricity. The price may slightly fluctuate depending on your local energy cost. A simple formula to calculate your heated driveway’s total wattage consumption is by multiplying the square footage by 50 watts and then dividing it by 1,000 to get the kilowatt number. Multiply that with your local energy cost per hour and there you have the hourly operating cost.

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