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Rick Thompson Electric
4.9(
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Serving Locust Grove, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Thompson Electric was very professional to work with during the process of building our home. Not only were they very thorough with their work, but they were always on schedule! I highly recommend this company. Whether you need service work or you are building a home, Thompson Electric will treat you the BEST!"
Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Ahmad Electrical Service
4.9(
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Serving Locust Grove, 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."
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
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+20

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ortiz Electrical Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Locust Grove, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They showed up right on time, discussed our needs and jumped right into it. He kept us informed of the progress and even completed a new project we hadn't previously been quoted on the same day. Will definitely use Ortiz Electrical for our future projects!"
Kitchen recessed lighting
Ortiz Electrical
Living room lights
EV Tesla
EV Tesla

+1

Response time10 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SD Electrical services
4.6(
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Serving Locust Grove, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Work was done in an efficient time manner. He was very nice. This was the first time I used Angi and if I need an electrician again I will hire SD Electrical."
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+6

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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American Electrical Solutions, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Locust Grove, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were professional, responsive and priced well. They showed up on time and cleaned up after done. I will keep them as my preferred electrician for any future work… Highly recommended…"
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Office
Panel Upgrade
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+7

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Malone Electrical Solutions, LLC.
4.2(
120
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Serving Locust Grove, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Top-notch installation! Evaluated my electrical system, recommended the right charger, installed everything perfectly. Charger works flawlessly and looks professional. Couldn't be happier!"
Response time3 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Omnicom CR Enterprises LLC
5.0(
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Serving Locust Grove, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Amazing and Awesome Company. They did an awesome job. Juan, Jose and Walter were very attention to detail and professional. They respected my home and made sure to cleanup after the install. I have hired electrician before but Omnicom exceeded my expectations. This company is very honest and the prices are very competitive. I will definitely hire them for all my electrical work going forward. I will highly recommend this company to everyone."
Panel and Lighting Bundle
Panel and Lighting Bundle
Panel and Lighting Bundle
Panel and Lighting Bundle
Panel and Lighting Bundle

+12

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
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Malone Electrical Solutions, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Locust Grove, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

***Emergency Services 24/7***\n\nMalone Electrical Solutions LLC, company is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Malone Projects
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Malone Projects

+5

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Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

String lights require electricity, but not an excessive amount, especially when compared to other lighting fixtures. LED rope lights, for instance, consume around one watt per foot. Running six or seven light strings simultaneously should only cost you around $10 to $15 each month. You can save even more money by remembering to turn off your lights during daylight hours. 

Different types of light switches include single-pole switches (the standard switch in your home), double-pole switches, toggle switches, three-way switches, four-way switches, dimmer switches, and more. 

A single-pole light switch controls the power to a single device, whereas two-way, three-way, and four-way light switches control lights from different locations, increasing the number of connections in the home.

There is no blanket figure for a residential home’s electrical load, since load varies by the size of the home, how many appliances are used, and the efficiency of their electrical systems. Typically, however, it’s safe to assume 40 to 60 amps is the average electrical load of a residential home. 

The American Wire Gauge system calculates wire size diameters using the complicated formula D(AWG)=.005·92((36-AWG)/39) inch. A simpler rule of thumb is that every six-gauge decrease doubles the wire diameter, and every three-gauge decrease doubles the wire’s cross-sectional area. On the other hand, wavenumbers are typically measured in reciprocal meters (1/m or m−1) or reciprocal centimeters (1/cm or cm−1).

The number of outdoor outlets that can be on one circuit depends on the circuit's capacity and the electrical load of each outlet. Outdoor outlets should ideally be on a dedicated circuit that is not shared with other outlets, and each outlet should be rated for at least 15 amps. A circuit rated for at least 20 amps is recommended. It’s important to use GFCI protection for all outdoor outlets to prevent electrical shocks. Overall, it's crucial to avoid overloading the circuit and take necessary safety precautions.

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