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Bethel Electric, LLC
4.8(
107
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Serving Port Isabel, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Punctual-Professional-Economical-Experts in their field Bethel Electric showed up when they said they were. Efrain and his crew immediately started trouble shooting the problems. My MOBILE HOME water heater was not working along with several outlets/switches needed work. Efrain and his crew fixed ALL the electrical problems, in a timely manner and at a price within my budget. EXCELLENT WORK, HIGHLY RECOMMEND BETHEL ELECTRIC for All your electrical needs."
Panel replacement/upgrade
New 150Amp panel
200 amp Federal Pacific main
200amp circuit breaker panel
New 200 amp Midwest Main

+52

Response time11 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Donohue's Lightning Rods
4.3(
70
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Serving Port Isabel, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Donohue is very knowledgeable and has excellent experience in the lightning protection area. He responds quickly and has a very professional team of workers. He quoted the job using google earth information. When he visited the site he reduced his price by over 50%. I highly recommend him and I will use his company again."
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Lightning protection
Lightning protection
Lightning protection

+10

Response time1 day
91 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Peoples electric
New to Angi

Serving Port Isabel, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

People’s Electric is a licensed electrical contractor proudly serving the Rio Grande Valley. We specialize in residential and light commercial electrical work, including panel upgrades, lighting installations, troubleshooting, remodel wiring, and code-compliant repairs.\n\nWe take pride in clean workmanship, clear communication, and doing the job right the first time. Safety, reliability, and attention to detail are at the core of everything we do.\n\nWhether you need a small repair, a new construction or a full installation, you can count on honest pricing and professional service.\n\nSe habla español

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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.

Wiring a light switch wrong can cause a fire if the incorrect wiring causes arcing, meaning the current jumps uncontrolled from one conductor to another. Loose wires or worn wires that are not repaired or replaced can cause arcing. If you’re not 100% sure you can do the job safely, don’t attempt to wire a light switch on your own.

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.

A light switch can stop working for several reasons. Typical causes include a blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker, both of which shut off power to the switch. Worn-out or faulty internal switch components can also prevent it from functioning properly. Loose or disconnected wiring within the switch or electrical box is another frequent issue. Additionally, switches may fail due to age, excessive use, or physical damage. In some cases, problems with the light fixture or bulb itself might be mistakenly attributed to the switch.

Yes, splicing wires can cause a fire if the splicing is done incorrectly. This is why splicing wires is a task best handled by electricians. One of the most common mistakes made when splicing wires is not using a wire connector. Without a wire connector, electricity flows unsheathed and can result in a home electrical fire.

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