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NEC Electric
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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%
23 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

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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

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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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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

People who have experienced blown fuse have occasionally tried to fix the problem by placing copper pennies in the fuse box. While they are good conductors of electricity and can seemingly “fix” the issue,  they don’t protect against short circuits or fires. Putting pennies in a fuse box is dangerous—the best solution is to call a professional electrician to fix the problem.

Yes, pool pumps use a significant amount of electricity, making them one of the biggest energy consumers in a home. A pool pump can use up to three times as much electricity as a refrigerator. Typically, a residential pool pump consumes about 1 kilowatt-hour (kWh) for every hour it runs. Because pumps often need to run for about eight hours a day to properly filter the water, this can add up to an annual consumption of 3,000 to 5,000 kWh, which can cost between $480 and $800 per year based on average electricity rates.

The amount of electricity your pump uses depends on its size, energy efficiency, and daily run time. To lower your energy consumption, you can choose an energy-efficient or variable-speed pump, ensure it is correctly sized for your pool, and run it only for the minimum time required to keep the water clean.

Single-pole switches are simple circuits designed for lower voltages. As such, they don’t require the complex wiring of switches that need to supply power to larger devices and appliances. This is why single-pole switches commonly go in bathrooms, closets, and other small rooms that power a low-watt light fixture. One wire creates the circuit from the power supply, the other goes to the fixture, and the final wire provides safety mechanisms through grounding.

There are several tools available to help prevent electrical fires. First, ensure that you have GFCI outlets installed in necessary areas, along with an AFCI, which is a circuit breaker that can help prevent arc-faults. Investing in surge protectors is also wise, as they can safeguard your appliances and other items against power surges that may overload your outlet and cause sparking.

To ensure batteries stop charging when they’re full, you’ll need to install a charge controller that determines when the battery is full. Once the battery is fully charged, the charge controller will stop the energy flow or divert the energy to the grid or other appliances. Without a charge controller, the battery may continue to charge, which can lead to less productivity and potential damage.

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