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J & M Electrical Services
4.9(
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Serving Montpelier, VA and surrounding areas

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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
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Ahmad Electrical Service
4.9(
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Serving Montpelier, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"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%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Your Electrical Solution LLC
5.0(
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Serving Montpelier, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bill not only got the job done but also was able to make adjustments to the instillation due to the sloped of the ceiling that the replacement fan needed to be mounted too. I would highly recommend Bill for all electrical jobs. He is a 10-year certified master electrician, fully bonded and insured. Excellent price, if you are utilizing a BIG BOX electrical firms you will definitely benefit from getting a free estimate for your project."
balcony lighting
Kitchen Remodel
Chandelier
Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by13%of homeowners
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Smith Co. Electric
5.0(
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Serving Montpelier, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job by Smith Electric coordinating and taking care of my repair and new installation job! Definitely will use Smith Electric again."
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SD Electrical services
4.6(
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Serving Montpelier, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Got a text from SD Electrical shortly after posting my job request. They were out the next day and did the job after the quote. Very professional and quoted a far price. Already talked about another job we had in mind."
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Virginia Power Solutions
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Serving Montpelier, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were hired to replace a part on our generator. This was done in a timely manner and it kicked on reliably the following week when power went out."
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Generac 26kW

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Response time1 day
64 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Star Servco, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving Montpelier, VA and surrounding areas

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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."
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Response time1 day
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Most standard residential water heaters, which are typically around 40 gallons and use 240 volts and between 3,500 and 5,500 watts, require a 30-amp, two-pole circuit breaker. For smaller, point-of-use water heaters using 120 volts and between 1,500 and 3,000 watts, a 30-amp breaker is also often adequate. However, some models may have different needs; units that use more watts than average may require a 40-amp breaker, while smaller units might only need a 20-amp breaker. Newer, tankless, or more energy-efficient models can also require a higher amperage. Having the correct breaker size is crucial for safe and efficient operation, so it's best to consult a licensed electrician to determine the specific needs of your water heater.

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.

Your breaker box houses the breakers that control the circuits in your home, shutting them off if they overload or experience similar problems. Your meter box houses your electrical meter that monitors the electricity flowing into your house and measures its use for your utility company.

In some cases, both components are in the same box, but they don’t have to be together. Many homes have them split, with the breaker box inside for easier access and the electric meter outside.

It is possible to change a light fixture by only flipping the light switch, but it’s better to be safe than sorry. Exercising extra caution when working with electricity is always important. Take the extra few minutes at your electrical box to cut the power at the circuit breaker. Once you’ve flipped the circuit breaker and the light switch, use a voltage tester to confirm the power has been turned off.

Incandescent lights are glass bulbs with metallic filaments inside, while LEDs feature “light emitting diodes” that illuminate when they come in contact with an electrical current. You can buy either for your Christmas lights, but note that LED lights are more energy-efficient and have a longer lifespan.

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