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Avatar for W B Lightning Rods
W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
372
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Chatham, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We have been hit twice by lightning by God's grace either one hit our home however the last strike burnt art motorhome to the ground William was hired to install lightning protection lightning rods on our home and two out buildings he took the time to explain to us everything we needed to know answering every question professionally conducted himself in the utmost professional manner I would highly recommend lightning rods and even more highly recommended hiring William to do the job we are going to do an expansion later on and he will be the one and only contractor I will call to continue our lightning protection"
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
185 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Focus Electric LLC
5.0(
5
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For BusinessElectrical for Addition or Remodel - Install - For Business+2 more

Serving Chatham, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Those two guys are the best they know what they're doing and they do their work no playing around both very polite gentlemen and their price just could not be beat and I tried so I encourage everyone if you need electrical work done these are the men for the job on a scale of 1 to 10 these guys are 12 don't waste your time won't you work done and done right at a good price no great price these other two guys to call"
Close up of the solar combiner, production CT is in the upper right corner.
Wired both boxes left. Top is the solar combiner. Lower is the control and monitoring unit.
View of the solar modules installed. Beautiful! 9.72 Kw DC
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+7

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Holistiq Building Systems and Services LLC
5.0(
8
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by Consumer+6 more

Serving Chatham, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I would like to recommend Joshua Smith as a Tesla installer and overall electrician. He did a great job for my wife and I on the installation of our powerwall 3 and car chargers within our garages as well as trouble shooting some other electrical problems at our new home at Smith Mountain Lake. Additionally, he answers phone calls and shows up on time. Again, we highly recommend Joshua."
Response time5 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Red Clay Mechanical LLC
5.0(
3
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+14 more

Serving Chatham, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company proudly serving Pittsylvania and surrounding counties. Red Clay Mechanical provides dependable services with a focus on honest communication, quality workmanship, and reliable service. Whether it is repairs, replacements, maintenance, or new installations, we treat every customer and home with respect and care.

Mounted 75" TV
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+8

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

You should always turn off a breaker whenever electrical work is being done. This step can prevent electrical shock and injury. Also, if a breaker is repeatedly tripping, it can mean there is an electrical overload, and it should be shut off. You should contact an electrician to figure out the cause. Make sure to review how to turn off your circuit breaker safely if you do it yourself, and follow safety precautions to avoid severe injuries.

Yes, you must use the proper wire nut that fits your wire gauge. Using a wire nut that’s too big or too small can cause your connection to fail, short circuit, or disconnect entirely. Ensuring that you have the proper wire nut size will guarantee that your connection lasts as long as possible.

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.

Wiring can last anywhere from 50 to 70 years, but all kinds of mishaps can occur that reduce the lifespan of your electrical wiring, including severe weather conditions, pests, and even faulty wiring. Keeping a preventative maintenance scheduling and hiring an electrician for an annual electrical inspection will keep your wiring system around for as long as possible.

For many homeowners, sheds are more than storage spaces for tools or lawn care appliances. If you’re thinking about building a work space outdoors or could make your life simpler by running electricity to a spot that’s closer to your yard, it could absolutely be worth the cost.

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