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Top-Rated Electricians in Colonial Heights - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for J & M Electrical Services
J & M Electrical Services
4.9(
53
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station InstallationElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business+10 more

Serving Colonial Heights, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"J&M Electrical did an outstanding job of installing a home backup generator. When the gentleman came out to do the onsite inspection and provide me with the results and options, it was a no pressure sales approach. He walked me through the entire process that was used to determine what size generator I would require in the event of a power failure. When he had left the house that evening it was not with an ultimatum of “You must let us know right away, or in the next 72 hours” type approach. In this case it was more along the lines of “Think it over and we are glad to have been able to present our product” Once we decided to have the generator installed the communication from the front office in regards to what was required from me and what the contractor would provide was excellent. Scheduling was easy and all that was discussed was provided on time and with no exceptions. The work crew was on time and cleaned up upon completion of the installation. Overall an outstanding experience and I would recommend them to anybody looking to have a backup home generator installed."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
SB Electrical Services
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+6 more

Serving Colonial Heights, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time3 days
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Virginia Power Solutions
4.7(
78
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Colonial Heights, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent customer service after the sale. Electrical component failed on a Sunday morning, placed a service call and a real person answered. Received a return call from a technician quickly, 30 minutes later they were in our driveway. Diagnosed the problem, completed repairs, very friendly and smiling. Total time from making the call to repairs being completed less than 90 minutes. Thatâ s INCREDIBLE in todayâ s world."
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Generator Service
Generator Sales
Generator Installs
Generac 26kW

+2

Response time1 day
66 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
372
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Colonial Heights, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"William and staff responded promptly to my request for service with reasonable pricing. They arrived at the house at the agreed upon time, were respectful of my property, explained the process and completed the work within the specified time frame. They were pleasant, easy to work with and installed a quality lightning rods system. I highly recommend them."
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 Residential LPS
lightning protection
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lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
143 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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AB & Son Enterprises, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Colonial Heights, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They came out on time as scheduled and worked throughout the day. After the work was complete, they made sure I had no questions and worked with me to find the best day for the county to inspect the work. Everything has been working well since the installation of my new electrical panel. They were great to work with."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Star Servco, Inc.
4.4(
474
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+4 more

Serving Colonial Heights, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called and was scheduled for the appointment 2 days later. They called before coming over and actually arrived faster than expected. He was able to determine what was wrong with the door bells and fixed them quickly. He said he would have to trouble shoot the light fixture but suggested changing all 3 of the light bulbs. Well, that was all that was needed. Color me embarrassed. He asked if there was anything else he should look at, which was very nice. We will call them for any future electrical needs."
Panel Replacement
Panel Installation After
Water Heater
Water Heater
Water Heater

+4

Response time1 day
393 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Electrical FAQs, answered by experts

The number of outlets and lights you can safely run on a single circuit depends on the circuit's amperage and local electrical codes. A general rule is to allow one outlet or light fixture per 1.5 amps, keeping the total load under 80% of the circuit breaker's capacity. For example, a 15-amp circuit can typically support up to eight outlets or lights, while a 20-amp circuit can accommodate up to ten. Always consider the combined power usage of all connected devices and fixtures to prevent overloading. For specific guidelines and to ensure safety, it is best to consult local electrical codes or a licensed electrician.

If one plug in your outlet works but the other doesn't, it could be due to a few reasons. The outlet might have a loose or damaged internal connection on the non-working side. Another possibility is that the outlet is a split receptacle, with one half controlled by a wall switch that might be turned off. Additionally, debris or damage inside the non-working plug could prevent a proper connection. If you can't identify the issue, remember to prioritize safety. Replace the outlet or consult a professional electrician to ensure safety and proper functionality.

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

With AC wiring, which is the kind most likely you’ll find at home, the black wire is “hot,” and the white is “neutral.” The bare or green wire is considered the safety ground wire. If you encounter DC wiring, it’s relatively easy to tell positive or negative wires apart. red wires are used to indicate positive voltage and black wires indicate negative voltage.

You’ll need to locate and hire an electrician near you if there’s an electrical project you don’t feel comfortable tackling yourself. Generally, look for a contractor that specializes in the type of appliance or component that you need help with. For wiring, outlets and similar projects, a general electrician is your best bet. For larger remodels, a general contractor will often take care of electrical projects via subcontractors.

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