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Team Enoch Electrical Houston
4.7(
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Serving Ames, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

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"I had an electrical outlet installed on my brick fireplace so I could hang my TV up. I was quoted from another company $600 and would have the outlet box exposed from the brick. I used Enoch and it done for $150. Plug looks great! I'll use Enoch anytime I need electric work done."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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E. A. Solar & Home Services, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Ames, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and knowledgeable team. Work was done on time and within a reasonable price. The work area was left as clean as before they started. I highly recommend Aaron and his team and I won't hesitate to call on them again."
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+5

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
United Lightning Rods
4.9(
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Serving Ames, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1941

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ed Riley is extremely knowledgeable about what causes lighting and how to protect from it. He explained to me which and how structures develop static electricity that lead to lighting discharges in a way that the physics made sense to me. They were also reasonably priced and kept their word. Definitely recommend them."
Response time2 days
Response rate99%
77 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JERNIGEN SERVICES
4.9(
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Serving Ames, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Terrific value

"I hired Jernigan Electric to wire my new home. I had no idea what I wanted or needed so I gave them carte blanch. They did an amazing job always on time and they provided everything I currently needed and added drops outlets and switches for things I may want or need down the road . They coordinated with the other subcontractors to ensure all other systems, such as well lift station air condition, all had the proper power supplies where they were needed. I never felt like I was working with an electrical contractor. I felt like I was working with a family friend. The project was completed ahead of schedule and under budget They say integrity is doing the right thing when no one is watching well Jernigan electric Is one of the very few vendors I have had the pleasure of doing business with that I can say has integrity if I could give them a tin star rating I would R Owens"
Kitchen led lighting
Bedroom fixtures change out.
Amazing living room
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Barn overhead led lighting

+8

Response time20 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Space City Lights
5.0(
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Serving Ames, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This company did a wonderful job. The price was competitive and the service was professional. We really appreciated the communication about the status of the work and what to expect. We are very pleased with the final product and how the lighting turned out."
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+15

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Corrigan, LLC
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Serving Ames, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1954

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Corrigan and sons were very professional and installed the lightning rod system quickly and with attention to detail, using all copper. Very pleased with this company."
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+23

Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

If you need to run a wire from the meter to the breaker box, start by turning off the power using the main switch to avoid injury risks from live wires. Then, locate the ground wire from your meter and connect it to the ground bar of the breaker box. Connect the neutral wire using the same method to improve your circuit efficiency.

Next, locate the hot wires running from the main switch to the meter. To connect them to the correct terminals from meter to breaker, unscrew the nuts of the breaker hotwire terminals, insert the positive hotwire, and ensure it’s firmly attached. Finally, secure the wires with electrical tape and wire tie cables before re-securing your breaker box. Keep in mind that this process can be dangerous, so don’t hesitate to hire a local electrician.

Yes, a faulty or broken light switch can be a serious fire hazard. Malfunctioning switches often result from loose wiring, exposed connections, or other electrical problems that can cause overheating or sparking. Warning signs include crackling, popping, or hissing sounds when you flip the switch, which indicates live electricity that could ignite nearby flammable materials. If you suspect your light switch is faulty, immediately turn off the power at the circuit breaker and contact a qualified electrician to remedy the issue.

You don’t need to be an electrician to change a light bulb. You also don’t have to be an electrician to replace a light fixture with another compatible one. But, if you are installing a light fixture for the first time, it’s worth hiring a licensed professional for the job.

While a handyperson may charge a bit less, a qualified professional can make sure everything is up to code and working exactly as it should be. This is especially true for more complicated lighting projects.

The Occupational Safety and Home Administration (OSHA) requires an electrical panel to have a minimum of three feet (36 inches) of room from the front of the panel to the closest obstacle. In this case, the word obstacle refers to nearly everything, including walls, machines, and other fixed objects. Additionally, panels require at least 6½ feet of headroom in the area directly in front of the fixture. These requirements help ensure safe use of the panel and allow electricians plenty of room to work.

For more complex electrical projects, it’s often most efficient and cost-effective to hire an electrician rather than trying to figure it out yourself (and risking electrical problems). Electricians know exactly what a project requires, and can often find supplies or parts for cheaper than the average homeowner. That can save money compared to going it alone.

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