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Hensley Electric
5.0(
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I have used Hensley Electric on multiple occasions. Michael is a great electrician, and a great person. He is very thorough and a true professional. I highly recommend Hensley electric for all your electrical needs."
Rivian Charger
Rivian Charger
EV Charger Outlet
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MARTY'S ELECTRIC LLC
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marty’s Electric is the best company! They installed electricity to my milking shed and barn! Great prices, expert knowledge and carefree installation! Now I have happy happy goats!"
Inside chandeliers
Outside lighting
Response time8 hrs
Response rate97%
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Advantage Electrical Solutions, LLC
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Your Home Solar, LLC
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Your Home Solar specializes in clean energy and energy storage systems. However, we seek to be more than just a solar company. We serve our community while bettering the lives of our customers every day. We are veteran owned and operated and we pride ourselves in providing a top-quality installation with a competitive price while offering responsive support if it's ever needed for your system in the years down the road.\n\nWe are passionate about solar energy and want to be part of the solution while we help contribute to making this world a better place. We truly believe that not only can solar help get us there, but it also makes financial sense to be more energy independent from the grid, lock in your energy costs now, and gain the peace of mind of backing up your home's power in the case of grid outages. At Your Home Solar, we always treat your home like it is our home.

Knoxville Solar Project
Knoxville Solar Project
Knoxville Solar Project
Knoxville Solar Project
Knoxville Solar Project

+9

Response time2 days
86 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by22%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"WB Lightning is focused on customer service. The company provided good communication and responded very quickly to my inquiry for a quote. WB Lightning is a respected company, I had another electrical service provider tell me I made a good choice when I hired WB Lightning Rods."
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
93 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

240V is the standard for more demanding appliances in the United States, whereas 220V is more common elsewhere. The voltage isn’t very different in any practical sense. The United States is a newer country compared to many other regions in the world with a faster adoption of new electrical needs. Appliances in the United States are often bigger than other parts of the world.

Electrical meter risers connect your home’s electrical meter to overhead power lines so you can receive electrical service from the grid. Electrical meters also have a weatherhead, which protects the utility lines connected to your home’s electrical system via the service entrance cable. Risers connect the weatherhead to your electrical meter socket, which connects to the meter.

There are a few telltale signs that it’s time for a replacement. You should consider an upgrade if:

  • Your panel is over 25 years old

  • You’re adding a new electrical system

  • Your current system doesn’t offer the power you need

  • Your home is a jungle of power strips

The key difference between a circuit breaker versus a surge protector is that circuit breakers shield your entire electrical system from overcurrents and faults, while surge protectors defend your electronic devices against voltage surges and spikes. A circuit breaker interrupts the flow of electricity in a circuit when it detects an overload or short circuit, protecting the wiring from damage and preventing fires. In contrast, a surge protector shields electronic devices from voltage spikes, such as those caused by lightning strikes or power surges, preventing damage to the device’s inner mechanics.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

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