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Avatar for Nasr Electric Inc
Nasr Electric Inc
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Serving Fair Oaks, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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"I couldn't have asked for a better experience. They were hired to replace the main electrical panel/breakers at my elderly mother's home. Roni, the electrician, was a wonderful communicator, and was very knowledgeable and thorough in completing the job and in putting her at ease. The price was very reasonable. I will be using Nasr Electric in my own home, as well as recommending them to all my friends and family in the DMV area."
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+19

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NEC Electric
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Serving Fair Oaks, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

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Emergency services offered

"not just professional efficient! Unbelievably fair priced literally less than half of what a major competitor on this site quoted using my own parts and my own wire! Just because there are any energy list doesn’t mean some people won’t try and rip you off and fools will pay it. Mr. NAGY is a professional and very ethical. I’d recommend hiring him again and again!"
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+9

Response time2 days
Response rate93%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ahmad Electrical Service
4.9(
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Serving Fair Oaks, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

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"I was truly impressed with the speed and precision of the work completed by Ahmad Electrical Services. The quality is exceptional, and I highly recommend Ahmad Electrical Services to anyone in need of electrical work."
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+20

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A Plus Electric
4.8(
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Serving Fair Oaks, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

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"A Plus Electric installation of my EcoFlow Smart Home Panel (SHP) was outstanding! They took great interest in learning about the new product and then completing the install as the manufacturer recommended. In addition, the inspection was seamless and encountered zero issues/challenges. Go with A+ Electric for great service!"
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+98

Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kolb Electric Inc
4.2(
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Serving Fair Oaks, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1925

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"Very responsive, extremely knowledgeable, excellent problem solvers. They kind of really solved the mystery of why the generator didn't work that had to do with the electric."
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Raufi Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Fair Oaks, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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"You cannot find a better contractor than Raufi Services. We hired Raufi Services to install 240V/50A wiring for a hot tub. They were extremely efficient, polite, and timely. The quality of their work was outstanding--I couldn't even tell they ran the wiring in the house after they were done. They were also very competitive in their cost estimate."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
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Hands on Electric
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Serving Fair Oaks, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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"On June 10, I had a company to install security equipment in my home. In doing so, the installer drilled through a wire and I did not have electricity in several outlets due to the damage. Since the company did not have an electrician on staff and was unable to refer me to anyone, I turned to Angie’s List for help in finding someone to correct the problem. I called Hands on Electric on June 11 and spoke to the owner, Kevin Williams. I explained my problem to Mr. Williams and he gave me a window of time in which he would be able to come out. Not only was he able to come out the same day that I called, but Mr. Williams was able to come much earlier than expected. Once he arrived he was able to trouble shoot and diagnose the problem. Mr. Williams was very, very friendly, professional and honest. He was able to answer my husband’s questions and explained what he was doing as he made the repairs. My husband was very happy about that and we were both impressed by the years of experience Mr. Williams had for his age. I have been looking for an electrician for a while now and have decided that I will be using Hands on Electric for all of my future projects. I was very pleased with the work that was done by Mr. Williams and will recommend him to my friends and family when they need of electrical services."
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ROBERT'S ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC.
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Serving Fair Oaks, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

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Small jobs welcome

"Showed up on time and ready to go. Electricians did a fantastic job installing all 3 exterior floodlights and indoor light. Great value provided by outstanding professionals."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Choosing between 12- or 14-gauge wire for your house depends on the electrical requirements of the circuit. A 12-gauge wire is thicker and can handle more power, making it better suited for devices such as kitchen appliances, air conditioning units, or electric heaters.

A 14-gauge wire is thinner and can handle less electrical current than a 12-gauge wire. It's ideal for circuits with lower power requirements, such as lighting or general-purpose outlets in bedrooms or living rooms.

When wiring a switch, the power typically comes into the receptacle first. The neutral wire goes straight to the outlet, while the hot wire is split. You'll need a wire nut to splice the hot wire back to one of the receptacles, but you will also tie another wire into that same wire nut and run to the switch. That way, you can control the flow of electricity to that particular receptacle by turning the switch on and off.

Installing a circuit breaker is best handled by a local professional electrician. This project requires following strict electrical codes, and might even involve permits. Not only can electrical work be dangerous, but without the proper training that a pro will have, you could cause further damage to your home’s electrical system.

You may be able to spot common electrical dangers yourself, but it’s best to hire an electrician to diagnose and fix the issue. For example, you may be able to DIY small electrical fixes, like replacing an electrical outlet, but major electric repairs or replacements should be left to a professional electrician.

A pigtail is the only safe way to connect an electrical device to more than one circuit wire. Connecting multiple wires to a single screw terminal is extremely dangerous and must never be done. Many electricians will opt for pigtails even when there are multiple screw terminals available so that the device in question won’t halt the flow of downstream current when a problem arises. 

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