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J & M Electrical Services
4.9(
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Serving Charles City, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"GREAT!! J&M ELECTRICAL SERVICES SENT OUT THE ELECTRICAN AND HELPER. ON 7/29/19. HE CHECKED OUT THE PROBLEM. HE CAME BACK THE NEXT DAY WITH A NEW LIGHT BLUB. REPLACED THE OLD ONE. PROBLEM SOLVED."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ahmad Electrical Service
5.0(
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Serving Charles City, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent working knowledge of electrical upgrades and is very patient with client. Explained in depth the issues with current service and how to install new panel boxes by code."
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+20

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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E C Electronics
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Serving Charles City, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

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Emergency services offered

"E C Electronics did a great job installing our 65" OLED TV. Hid wires, to the AV system up and running, etc. They also took our ceiling fan down, mounted two Ring Door Bells (ran electric for one of them, mounted a Ring Flood cam and a few other misc. items. They communicated very well about everything. I would definitely hire them again!"
Response time10 mins
Response rate91%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electric Synergy Partners, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Charles City, VA and surrounding areas

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Customers say: True professional

"Mr. Lockett and Mr.Thomas were very prompt and professional. They did a wonderful job and I would recommend them anyone .If I need an other jobs done would reach out to them. Holly Jones"
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+28

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Virginia Power Solutions
4.7(
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Serving Charles City, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were hired to replace a part on our generator. This was done in a timely manner and it kicked on reliably the following week when power went out."
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Generac 26kW

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Response time1 day
87 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
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Serving Charles City, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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Warranties offered

"WB Lightning Rods did an excellent job installing lightening rods on our home. The owner stayed onsite the entire time to supervise the work. He took extra care to plan the rod and cable placement to ensure the proper protection and retain the aesthetics of our home. His crew were knowledgeable, polite, neat and efficient. We could not be more pleased with the results."
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+79

Response time1 day
154 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Accent Tel USA
4.9(
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Serving Charles City, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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Emergency services offered

Our Company provides a one-stop solution for all of your voice, internet, and telecom needs. Leveraging the Cloud we provide your Office state-of-the-art telephones for little or no upfront cost striving to keep your monthly costs the same. Sound too good to be true? Give us a call and we will show you how.

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A Dad and a Drill
5.0(
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Serving Charles City, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at A Dad and a Drill strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

It’s possible to distinguish a positive black wire from a negative black wire if you know what type of circuit the wires are in. If it’s an alternating current (AC), then black wires are positive. If it’s a direct current (DC), then black wires are negative. 

Sometimes, a circuit has two black wires. In that case, the positive black wire will be solid black while the negative black wire will have a white stripe on it. If you’re still unsure, you can use a multimeter to check.

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.

There are several tools available to help prevent electrical fires. First, ensure that you have GFCI outlets installed in necessary areas, along with an AFCI, which is a circuit breaker that can help prevent arc-faults. Investing in surge protectors is also wise, as they can safeguard your appliances and other items against power surges that may overload your outlet and cause sparking.

Wire color codes vary depending on the region. For instance, the United Kingdom has updated its wiring codes to match Europe's color system. The United States wiring color code is different, as is Australia's. Because the color code system isn’t universal, it’s essential to hire an experienced electrician to perform any electrical work to ensure it is done correctly.

Yes. Even when it’s not in use, an outlet is still connected to wiring, and if the wiring is faulty or wet, a fire can occur. Broken outlets can also cause fires, for the same reasons; in fact, most broken outlets are broken due to damaged or worn-out wiring. It’s worth replacing outlets that are old or damaged with the help of an electrician.

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