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Michael J. Electric
4.3(
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Serving Bristol, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike did a fine job. Had some issue after he left, but he came back the very next day to fix a problem that the previous owner or electrician screwed up."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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OWENS & BROWN ELECTRIC LLC
4.7(
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Serving Bristol, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He installed a brand new kitchen light for me and also fixed two electrical outlets. He was very professional, kind, and courteous, I will hire him again."
Response time1 hour
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by22%of homeowners
McCormick Electrical, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Bristol, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Colin helped us out with running electricity to our detached garage, and installing a level 2 charger for our cars. His work was excellent and efficient. He was communicative before, during, and after the project, and he was on time each day. His initial bid was very competitive, and we're super glad that we chose Colin to work with. We're looking forward to our next project with him."
Response time1 hour
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Smith & McClain Electrical
5.0(
6
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Serving Bristol, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"I've worked with Smith & McClain on several different projects over the past six years, including the gut renovation of an historic building, the construction of a new house, and the electrical rewiring of an old barn. In all of this work, I've been nothing but impressed by their impeccable level of craft, professionalism, attention to detail, and personability. It's always a pleasure to greet their team members, with full trust that whatever work they're doing will be completed in the best possible way. I highly recommend them!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

If wiring in a relatively modern home is damaged due to sudden events like a fire, a tree falling into the house, or a flood, then homeowners insurance is very likely to cover the cost of replacing the wire.

However, if it’s determined that wiring failed or started the fire because of age, neglect, or not meeting current electrical standards, then insurance won’t be covering any replacement. Also, insurance policies may charge more for particularly old kinds of wiring like aluminum wiring or deny applications altogether. 

When shopping for a multimeter to handle this job, make sure you purchase one that is able to test for capacitance. While most multimeters offer this function, some do not. You shouldn’t have to spend a lot of money to find the right multimeter. There are models that can perform this test that cost as little as $10.

Using a wire stripper/cutter, strip about 1/2 inch to 1 inch of sheathing from electric wires, depending on the application. A self-adjusting wire stripper/cutter works best, but a standard wire stripper/cutter with holes for different gauges of wire works as well to cut and strip away the sheath without damaging the copper wire inside.

An AC disconnect, also known as a switch box or fuse box, is a safety switch that allows the AC’s electrical supply to be turned off from the outside, usually done by a mechanical contractor coming to work on your unit. The box is protected from the weather by a cover or may be designed as a pull-out unit. Your local code determines where the AC disconnect must be mounted, but it's usually close to your outdoor AC unit.

Overall, heating your home with an oil furnace tends to be less expensive than heating your home with an electric heating system. Oil heating systems stay warm for longer periods of time without drawing a constant electrical current to maintain a temperature. Plus, heating oil systems typically have a longer lifespan and lower price tag than their electrical counterparts, resulting in short- and long-term savings.

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