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Next Generation Electrical, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Merrillan, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Justin installed the complete electrical and lighting needs in our new home. He was knowledgeable, dependable, thorough, and easy to work with."
Outdoor Electrical Service
Kohler 20Kw Generator
Kohler 12Kw
Leviton 200A Panel
Generator

+2

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Sparks Electric, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Merrillan, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend Sparks Electric. They recently completed an electrical box expansion, installed two ceiling fans, and replaced two bathroom fans in my home. Blake provided an itemized quote for a fair price before starting the job. His team arrived on time, were polite, and cleaned up after themselves. They also had excellent communication throughout the project. Iâ m very pleased with their work and recommend them to anyone looking for electrical work."
Sub panel installation
Response time2 days
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Bear Electric
4.7(
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Serving Merrillan, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Custom Craft Environmental
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Serving Merrillan, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Rich was excellent.  He took the time to answer all of our questions before, during, and after his visit.  I highly recommend Custom Craft Environmental and plan to hire them again on another project in the near future.
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

Before you start doing anything else, you must call your electric company to confirm their process. It is technically their meter that you’re moving, so there’s really no such thing as free rein. Moving the meter generally involves disconnecting power from the utility company, disconnecting the cables that run into your electrical panel, and dismounting the meter assembly. Once uninstalled, a handyperson will remount and reconnect the wiring in its new location.

If your plug feels hot to the touch, it’s likely a sign of an electrical issue that needs immediate attention. Check for signs of melting or discoloration around the plug, as well as any burning smells or smoke. If you notice any of these signs, immediately unplug any devices and do not use the outlet again until it’s been inspected by a qualified electrician.

Three-way switches work in pairs, allowing an operator to control a single light or series of lights from two separate switch locations. Most often, a three-way switch controls a light or light series in a single room.

To prevent a plug from overheating, always ensure that the electrical load connected to the plug does not exceed the plug's capacity. If the plug feels hot to the touch or emits a burning smell, immediately shut off the circuit breaker and unplug all devices from the hot outlet. Prevent electrical fires by avoiding using extension cords or adapters with the plug, as they can cause it to overheat due to increased resistance. Additionally, ensure that the plug is properly inserted into the outlet and that the outlet is not damaged or loose. 

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