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Avatar for MidSouth Electric, Inc.
MidSouth Electric, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving Cottontown, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Mid South Electric team are very quick to respond, extremely knowledgeable, get the job done quickly and we always know it’s done right. Without a doubt, this is the company to call on for your electrical needs."
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Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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On Site Industrial Electrical LLC
4.2(
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Serving Cottontown, TN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I am a General Contractor and I use OSIE for all my electrical needs. Wayne is honest, hardworking, and shows up when he says he will. OSIE has worked for me for 15 years."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by15%of homeowners
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Yalls Electrical Company, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Cottontown, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Jose and his crew went above and beyond. Very professional very clean with the work they do. I am very pleased with the services they provided. 100% will use them again if ever needed will make sure any and all my friends and family know who to call."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Moss Electric Inc
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Serving Cottontown, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Moss Electrical came highly recommended by several friends. They do a great job. It’s always nice to have an electrician who will show up on time and do a high quality job for a great price! If you have an electrical loss be sure to call Moss!"
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tri-State Water, Power & Air
5.0(
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Serving Cottontown, TN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are the experts in the field of Whole Home Generator Sales and Installation, with over 20 years of experience in the game. We provide turn-key installation by licensed professionals - 24 hour emergency service - Remote Monitoring - Long term maintenance and service by factory trained technicians.

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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
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Serving Cottontown, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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"WB Lightning Rods did an excellent job installing lightening rods on our home. The owner stayed onsite the entire time to supervise the work. He took extra care to plan the rod and cable placement to ensure the proper protection and retain the aesthetics of our home. His crew were knowledgeable, polite, neat and efficient. We could not be more pleased with the results."
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Response time1 day
120 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Christmas lights typically do not need to be grounded like electrical circuits in your home do. However, it's crucial to use outdoor outlets equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) for added safety. GFCIs can help protect against electrical shocks and are recommended for outdoor electrical connections when using Christmas lights.

Multiple wire sizes are used for residential electrical purposes. While the most common sizes used in homes are 14 and 12 gauge, some appliances, such as stoves, electric water heaters, central air units, etc., may use larger gauge wire to accommodate their larger amperage. Typically, larger appliances require 10-, 8-, or 6-gauge wires.

Moving an electrical meter in your home depends on what your electric utility company allows. If you only want to move it a few inches, that may be no problem or only incur light fees. If you want to move it a significant distance, you may need to arrange a utility inspection and get permission, or your utility company may prevent it altogether.

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.

Circuit breakers can wear out, but it takes a long time. Circuit breakers typically last several decades if they don’t face problems like floods or frequent lightning storms. Worn-out circuit breakers may trip more frequently as time passes. However, they can also stop tripping altogether, which leads to electrical dangers. If your breakers have passed the 30-year mark, it’s time to consider an inspection.

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