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NEC Electric
4.9(
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Serving Waterford, 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 rate100%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kolb Electric Inc
4.2(
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Serving Waterford, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1925

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"How did it go? Not well. I finally just bought the required ladder at 200 USD and did not pursue Kolb Electric further. I should have just bought the ladder in the first place. Live and learn."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fox Trail Electric LLC
5.0(
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Serving Waterford, VA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Fox Trail Electric is a pleasure to work with. I’ve used this company for small jobs such as replacing outlets to bigger jobs of installing a new electrical box and running electric outlets outside. They consistently complete jobs in a timely manner and always clean the area when finished."
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+27

Response time12 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by43%of homeowners
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SciFiHomes Inc
5.0(
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Serving Waterford, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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"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 time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Conde Tech Services, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Waterford, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Master Class Electrician with many years experience! His works shows this. Very Professional, explains service as he goes. We received so much helpful information. Found the reason for issue with lights from chewed wires outside from squirrels! Excellence in Care!!!"
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+2

Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Total Electric Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Serving Waterford, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Warranties offered

Total Electric Solution is a licensed and insured electrical contractor serving Loudoun County and surrounding areas. We specialize in high-end residential and light commercial electrical work, including renovations, service upgrades, lighting solutions, generators, and custom electrical installations. Our team is committed to clean workmanship, clear communication, and code-compliant installations that are built to last.

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VRD Services LLC
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Serving Waterford, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"VRD services installed a NEMA receptacle for a level 2 EV charger. They provided professional thorough and friendly service. I had three estimates on the work and VRD was the best price. They explained everything that they were going to do and all the charges I would highly recommend them to anybody looking to get electrical work done."
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Yes, a water leak poses a major fire risk at your home because water is a conductor of electricity. Water that comes into contact with sparks or electrical wires can instantly ignite flammable materials. Additionally, any type of exposure to water can cause wires and other electrical components within your home to corrode. When assessing categories of water damage, it's important to know that even a small amount of moisture near wiring could cause sparks that lead to a fire.

Upgrading your electrical panel is often worth the cost for safety, improved electrical performance, and potential long-term savings. A primary benefit is preventing electrical fires and other hazards from a malfunctioning panel, ensuring your household's safety. An upgraded panel also provides a steady flow of electricity, eliminating issues like flickering lights and frequently tripped breakers. It allows you to connect additional appliances without overloading the system, which is especially beneficial for older homes with 100-amp service that are prone to overheating. If you run large appliances like central air conditioning, heating systems, hot tubs, or saunas, you might consider upgrading to a 300- or 400-amp service to meet the higher electrical demand. Furthermore, an upgrade can lead to long-term savings on energy bills and potentially lower insurance costs.

Yes, one wire is always hot on the 3-way switch, meaning it carries the electricity from the power source to the switch. If you have a 3-wire cable in your home, you have two hot wires, or line wires, coming from the power source. Typically, you’d connect the hot black wire from the power source to the traveler wire and the hot red wire from the power source to the first 3-way switch. For the second 3-way switch, you’d then connect the hot black traveler wire to the switch.

That depends on your setup. If a circuit breaker already has GFCI protection, then everything connected to that specific circuit is being monitored. You don’t need additional GFCI outlets on that breaker.

However, if the breaker is not GFCI, then you should have GFCI receptacles for at-risk outlets nearby water sources, because they are not receiving protection. Breakers in a breaker box can vary between GFCI and non-GFCI. Look for GFCI labels on the breaker or try to find the breaker model number to look it up if you aren’t sure.

Yes, it is possible to hang a chandelier without wiring, but it depends on the design of both the chandelier and your ceiling. Many homeowners use plug-in pendant lights, adhesive hook and cord pendants, or nonelectrical light sources to hang a chandelier without wiring.

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