"First of all, Greg Emert answered the phone on January 2nd (New Years Day observed holiday). He was honest about his workload and called back later in the day when he couldn't make it. He showed up early today as promised, and quickly isolated and repaired the problem. He charged me a fair price and didn't try to make it into a large project. Very decent guy, very professional. I'd hire him again."
"Iâ ve had Zach complete three projects at my house. He is timely, professional, does exceptional quality work, and is mindful of costs/does not overcharge. I would highly recommend him and Tech Connect Electrical for any of your domestic electrical needs!"
"A tree fell and pulled the electric line from the house. Power had to be cut off untill line repaired.
I was very impressed by him going beyond to ensure electricity could be turned on ASAP. He was very helpful and cost was very fair considering it was an emergency job.
No other company was willing to complete in the weekend. He worked with me closely and professionally. I will definitely keep his number for any future needs!"
"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."
"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"
"I had an outstanding experience with Handy T! From start to finish, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and efficient. They arrived on time and got to work immediately, ensuring everything was completed to the highest standard. The electricians were friendly and took the time to explain what needed to be done, offering valuable advice along the way. The pricing was fair, and the quality of service was unmatched. I highly recommend Handy T for anyone in need of reliable electrical work. They truly exceeded my expectations!"
"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."
"The problem turned out to be a burned out small electric door switch. I believe the price was way too expensive for the service performed and the price of the door switch. What more can I say? It got done."
To fix a tripped light switch, locate your home's electrical panel and identify the tripped circuit breaker. It will be in the "off" or neutral position. Flip the breaker entirely to the "off" position, then switch it back to the "on" position. If the breaker trips again immediately, there may be a short circuit or overload in the system, requiring further investigation. If the switch still doesn't work after resetting the breaker, check for loose wires or faulty components in the switch itself. It is always best to consult a licensed electrician for persistent issues and when in doubt.
You can have power but no lights if the light switch is damaged. A damaged light switch is often caused by regular wear and tear or loose wires. In addition, simple problems such as a burnt-out light bulb or an unplugged lamp could be the cause of not having working lights.
A ground wire is not required for GFCI to work. A ground is a third wire in an outlet in addition to the live and neutral wires. It serves as an escape conduit for electricity in case of a short circuit. If a ground wire is present, installers should connect it to the appropriate terminal. Otherwise, a GFCI will work fine without it.
If you’re someone who likes to tinker around the house and make DIY repairs, a multimeter or voltmeter can be a great tool to have around, especially if you’re comfortable with electrical repairs. That said, if working with electricity feels out of your depth, you don’t need to invest in a multimeter. Reach out to an electrical pro for any electrical work you need done if any part of you is hesitant about a project.
You can check if an electrician is licensed in New York by using the online license verification search tool offered by the New York State Education Department. The database is updated daily and gives you the option of searching by license number, contractor name, or the name of the business.
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