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Rodriguez Electric, LLC
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Serving Porter, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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"We hired Reymundo to install a receiptical to hang a chandilier in our Dining Room. He also hung a new fixture in our breakfast area. Reymundo was on time and explained everything needed to complete job. His price was fair and his customer service was outstanding. We would definately recommend Reymundo for any electrical needs."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SEAR ELECTRIC LLC
5.0(
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Serving Porter, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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Warranties offered

"We used Angi.com to find an electrician to install an EV charger we bought for our new EV. Sear Electric responded quickly, came out to complete a visual review of what was needed and they produced a very reasonable quote for the installation of the charger in our garage. The employees were very communicative, friendly and professional, and the overall quality of work was excellent. The guys who did the installation were also very patient as I made sure I got the app connected and verified the charger would indeed charge the car. We are pleased with the work Sear Electric did and would hire them again if we have any other electrical issues or projects."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate97%
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MV & JR Construction, LLC
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Serving Porter, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

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"Mark Vega of Vega Home Improvement is professional, quick to respond, skilled, and accommodating. I have worked with this business for multiple projects now and will continue to call as both large and small things come up. Some of the projects I'm the most pleased with include fence installation/customization, drywall work, and electrical improvements and installations. I will soon be working with the business to remodel my porch and deck. I trust Vega Home Improvement completely and am beyond pleased that I found this company. I have him on speed dial!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
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ACGV ELECTRIC LLC
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Serving Porter, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Offers commercial services

"Ramon assisted us with the proper exterior house fixtures to purchase for the application that we wanted. He installed the exterior house lights for us and did an amazing job. The quality of his work was as discussed and we will hire him again for future electrical projects."
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate90%
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Lonestar Electric Contractors LLC
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Serving Porter, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

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"Very professional and experienced. Justin was friendly and helpful handling my situation. Iâ  m very pleased with his service. I recommend Lonestar electric 100%.."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate91%
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E. A. Solar & Home Services, LLC
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Serving Porter, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a dedicated team of individuals committed to bringing the best possible customer service and quality of work. We specialize in residential and commercial electrical. We strive to stand out from the competition by providing the best customer experience. Give us a try, you won't be disappointed you called!

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

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.

In most cases, line wires are located at the bottom of a panel or device, while load wires are located at the top. Line wires are generally black, while load wires are typically red or black. To tell for sure, you can use a multimeter or volt pen to test the wire. A live or line wire will always carry a charge, while a load wire will only carry a charge when it’s in use.

Sprinkler valves typically have 16 AWG or 18 AWG wires. AWG, or American Wire Gauge, is the standard measurement for wire gauge sizing in the U.S. The gauge is the thickness of the wire, with higher AWG numbers indicating thinner wires. You can find the gauge measurement in your sprinkler system’s user manual or on the sprinkler manufacturer’s website.

You can install a dimmer switch on almost any light as long as the switch, bulb, wiring, and wattage are compatible. Check what kind of light you have, the type of light bulb, and the total wattage of the bulbs to ensure your dimmer is a match. You’ll want to choose a non-neutral wire dimmer if you don't have neutral wiring. Homes built before 1985 that don't have updated electrical systems may not have neutral wiring.

You can use a double-pole switch for a regular light fixture, but it's unnecessary and won’t be the most efficient choice. A single-pole switch works perfectly for standard lights. Double-pole handle high-power appliances that require both hot wires to be disconnected. Using a single-pole switch for regular lights is more cost-effective, simpler, and more common in residential settings.

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