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NEC Electric
4.9(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeLightning Protection - Install or Repair+6 more

Serving The Plains, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was very easy to work with Joe to finalize a quote and get the job scheduled. Once onsite, Carlos and his colleague knew exactly what to do and how to run the new electric circuit across the house from the electrical panel to the garage. The installed the EV charger we had purchased separately exactly how we wanted it. Everything worked perfectly. They even went the extra mile to come back and patch the garage drywall where they had made a few holes to run the cable even though it was not included in the job initially. Overall very happy with both the price we paid and the quality of the work. Will hire again for any electrical work we'll need."
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Response time2 days
Response rate93%
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SciFiHomes Inc
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving The Plains, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They electricians were very professional. We communicated before the appointment so they would know exactly what make and models of fans and TV I wanted installed, and they came prepared. Everything worked exactly like they told me it should, and they ended up installing everything in less time than we planned. They did an outstanding job and I plan on calling them back to install another TV in the near future. I suspect I will use SciFiHomes for all my electrical needs in the future. I really was that impressed. The work was performed in Fredericksburg, VA - Not Woodbridge."
Cummins Onan 400A ATS
Cummins Onan 20kW
Briggs & STratton Standby Generator
Response time9 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
PENNCO Electrical Services
5.0(
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station InstallationElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business+10 more

Serving The Plains, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"PENNCO is a top notch electrical contractor. PENNCO has performed electrical car charger installs at my house. PENNCO also installed recessed lights and outlets for multiple rooms. PENNCO Electrical Services performed clean precision work at a reasonable price. I will always call PENNCO Electrical Services for my electrical needs!"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

A 60W LED bulb is likely labeled as “60W replacement” on the package—that’s because it provides about the same light output as a 60W incandescent bulb. In reality, it likely uses less energy—usually 15 watts or less. If that’s the case, then it’s perfectly fine to put a 60W LED bulb in a 40W socket. Your best bet is to read the package carefully. It will tell you the LED bulb’s actual wattage, and as long as it’s lower than the fixture, the bulb will be safe to use.

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.

The Biden Administration banned the sale of incandescent light bulbs for general service lamps in 2023. All household light bulbs must meet a minimum efficiency of 45 lumens per watt, three times that of a standard incandescent light bulb. 

The main motivation was to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. It is expected that banning incandescent light bulbs will cut over 200 million metric tons of carbon emissions over the next 30 years. Some bulbs are exempt, like chandelier lights and Christmas lights.

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.

When it’s time to replace an old or broken pool light, you can hire an electrician near you to get the job done. Working with an electrician is helpful for pool light replacements, especially if you need to repair or update any existing wiring or install new wiring for additional pool lights.

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