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JRC Electric & Design LLC
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Serving Van Alstyne, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

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"JRC responded quickly to my request for electric recliner chair repair. This was a big deal for me, but a minor deal to an electric repair company. JRC treated as a major deal and was out next day. The electrician repaired my recliner quickly and I was back in my lazy chair. I will call them the next time I have an electrical issue, large or small."
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+9

Response time1 day
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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HR Phoenix Electrical Services
4.5(
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Serving Van Alstyne, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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"HR Phoenix performs electrical service for my organization and his work is above reproach. His electricians are knowledgeable, courteous and professional. As a result I call on Paul and his company whenever I need any electrical work. They are efficient and always arrive on schedule."
Kohler Generator
Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Bunger Electric, Inc.
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Serving Van Alstyne, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

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"I have worked with and recommended Bunger Electric for over 15 years. They have done multiple projects in my home . In my opinion, there is no other company equal to their expertise, customer service and ethics. I'm also a Realtor and recommend them to my clients and every one of them have been extremely pleased with the service."
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Blue Line Electric
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Serving Van Alstyne, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Blue Line Electric is a first responder & family-owned, local business proudly serving McKinney, TX, and surrounding areas. Led by a licensed State of Texas Master Electrician with over 25 years of experience, we bring expertise and reliability to every project. As a fully licensed and insured State of Texas Electrical Contractor, we’re committed to delivering top-quality residential electrical services that our customers can always trust. Choose Blue Line Electric for dependable, honest, and professional electrical services you can count on! Licensed and insured through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TECL#24911)

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Donohue's Lightning Rods
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Serving Van Alstyne, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1971

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"Sent engineering drawings for review prior to starting work worked over the weekend to beat the insulation schedule on a new build."
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Response time1 day
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

They can vary—a lot. For example, while the EU continues to move toward broader standardization, many different types of outlets still exist from country to country. Some local standards cared about polarization, and some didn’t. It’s similar to other countries around the world.

Generally, you’re less likely to find polarized outlets outside North America. However, alternative plugs and outlets often incorporate precautions so that accidentally touching live prongs on a plug is hard or impossible. You may also find interesting regulations overseas that limit the use of outlets in bathrooms or near sinks to decrease the chance of shock.

If you find the power cables for your appliances are too short, there are ways to extend them for the cost of just the extra wiring you need. Simply cut and strip your wires, solder them together, and cover them using heat shrink tubing. Not everyone has a soldering tool on hand, so if you’re looking to extend in a pinch, an extension cord, power bar, or surge protector can do the job just fine.

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.

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.

People who have experienced blown fuse have occasionally tried to fix the problem by placing copper pennies in the fuse box. While they are good conductors of electricity and can seemingly “fix” the issue,  they don’t protect against short circuits or fires. Putting pennies in a fuse box is dangerous—the best solution is to call a professional electrician to fix the problem.

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