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WesTex Electric, LLC
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by ConsumerElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+1 more

Serving Amherst, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Over the years I have provided most of my own repairs and maintenance. Recently because of my age, I did not feel comfortable removing an replacing a ceiling fan. Home advisors provided me with a referral to Westex Electric. Within less than 12 hours the fans were removed and replaced. Westex exceeded my highest expectations. Promptness, knowledge, and affordability were all above and beyond. Thanks Jeremy and Jacob."
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Response time1 day
Response rate96%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
United Lightning Rods
4.9(
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Amherst, 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%
89 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Donohue's Lightning Rods
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Amherst, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The man who did the job were awesome. They were very thorough, professional, and speedy. They left our church grounds spotless. I could not recommend them highly enough."
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Response time1 day
61 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Baseline Electric, LLC
3.7(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair+2 more

Serving Amherst, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This company responded after I had submitted a second request to your service for help. The first I called broke the fist two appointments and I have yet to hear from the again. Base Line Electric kept our appoint exactly on time.. They did an excellent job of completely rebuilding a fluorescent light fixture. They were most courteous efficient and explained the approximate costs beforehand. I could not have asked for a better experience and I assure you I will call them again should I require service."
Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

You should never wire neutral and ground wires together at a light switch. Not only is it unsafe, but it’s also incorrect. The neutral and ground wires perform separate functions in an electrical circuit and should never be swapped or wired together at a light switch, light, or outlet. 

Yes. A pellet stove should have its own 110V outlet and dedicated circuit breaker. Otherwise, it could overload the system. Pellet stoves can create major fire hazards if they aren’t wired properly or have to share circuits. Get in touch with a local electrician or pellet stove expert if you need to run new wiring for a pellet stove.

There are several indicators that a single-pole switch is bad: the switch is warm or hot to the touch, sparks are sometimes present when turning the switch on or off, you hear a buzzing sound or other weird noise coming from the switch, the connected light flickers when you turn on the switch, and the light doesn't turn on at all with the switch. If you notice any of these, replace the switch or call a pro straight away.

Local building codes typically require conduit around exterior wiring. Conduit protects the wire from moisture, extreme temperatures, sun exposure, and harsh weather conditions to prolong its lifespan. When a wire is worn out, it can be dangerous as the risk of electric shock or fire increases.

To avoid drilling into wire, you will need to trace your home's wiring using a stud finder, wire detector, circuit tracer, or voltage finder. Since locating wires in your home can be difficult for some homeowners, hire a professional electrician with the experience and knowledge needed to safely handle electrical systems before drilling into any walls in your home.

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