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Avatar for Charleston Electric
Charleston Electric
4.7(
359
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - Install+21 more

Serving James Island, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Charleston electric was great to work with. The staff who scheduled the appointment were very professional and helpful. Paul installed the fans and ring devices and he was awesome! He is very knowledgeable and completed the work quickly. I highly recommend Charleston Electric and Paul and plan to use them in the future for all my electrical needs.."
20kw Cummins Onan Generator
Electrical Panel Upgrade
Bathroom remodel
20 KW Cummins Onan Generator
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Principle Electric, LLC
4.7(
107
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+6 more

Serving James Island, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Principle Electric did a fantastic job in my kitchen renovation. I had under counter lighting and outlets installed, complex vent hood, new switches and fixtures. The original cabinet contractor was horrible and screwed up the installation of the cabinets which made the electrical work more involved and harder. Never a complaint, polite, clean and respectful. Would recommend this company to anyone. If I could add pictures of the work I would."
Electrical
Electrical
Electrical
Lighting
Lighting

+49

Response time2 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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A&J Handy Services
4.8(
18
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving James Island, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh helped me troubleshoot and repair various electrical circuits in my home and removed the debris from my garbage disposal, which was causing it to seize and trip the internal circuit breaker. He is very knowledgeable in all aspects of the home and his customer service skills are superb. All in all he was a joy to be around and helped me with all of my issues. I highly recommend him for service if you are in need of a genuine “handy man”"
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel

+5

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C.W. Electric Construction Service LLC
4.3(
4
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+10 more

Serving James Island, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

How Our Service Works: At C.W. Electric Construction Service LLC, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional electrical services that are fast, reliable, and customer-focused. Whether you need a quick repair or a more extensive installation, our experienced team is here to help every step of the way. We also do Residential Renovations & Remodels / Light Commercial and are fully insured and licensed. Call and make an appointment for what ever your electrical needs are today 843-452-4354.

Kitchen & Bathroom
Title Demo kitchen
New light fixture
Light over Tub
Family Room

+37

31 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HLS Technology Solutions, LLC
4.9(
116
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Telephone Jacks and Wiring - Install - For Business

Serving James Island, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Do you see any holes in my walls? Do you see any cords hanging? The answer’s are no and no because Tom Sansone is the BEST IN THE BUSINESS! If you need anything installed audio or visual look no further than HLS!"
1
Kitchen LED
1
1
1

+102

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Though they may seem similar at a quick glance, outdoor electrical outlets are different from indoor electrical outlets in that they have extra safety precautions to prevent electrical hazards. These include GFCIs, which some indoor outlets have, and a watertight cover that allows you to use electricity from the outlet even on a rainy day.

If you’re interested in exploring other avenues to completely upgrade your electrical panel, it’s also possible to add a sub-panel, which is a smaller panel that connects to what you currently have in place. This way, you can add additional circuits without having to swap out your main panel.

Electrical fires are unique from other fire types because they have the potential to deliver electric shocks in addition to being on fire. Avoid serious injury from possible electrical emergency situations by avoiding the use of water, foam-based fire extinguishers, wet-chemical fire extinguishers,  flour, or baking powder to put out an electrical fire. 

If the outlet is a GFCI model, this is normal since these outlets have their own breakers that shut off when they encounter a problem—just hitting the reset button should solve the issue. Otherwise, the outlet could have bad wiring, or your circuit breaker could be having issues. If the issue started out of nowhere and is not on a GFCI outelt, it’s best to contact an electrician to diagnose the issue.

How far you can run underground electric depends on the wire gauge (generally AWG) and the circuit voltage. Too much voltage drop in an electrical circuit can negatively affect performance, so the smaller the voltage drop, the better. Ideally, it shouldn't exceed 3%. The smaller the wire and the longer the run, the more significant the voltage drop. 

For example, with a 120-volt circuit, you can run 60 feet of 12 AWG cable without losing more than 3% voltage. With a 240-volt circuit, you can run 120 feet of 12 AWG wire while maintaining a voltage drop of 3% or less.

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