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Avatar for Current Electric Co
Current Electric Co
4.6(
1,018
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+10 more

Serving Whitefish Bay, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The team at Current Electric was very friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. Work was performed well. Communication and punctuality were top notch. My only minor complaint is they are on the pricier side of electrical contractors. But with most work you get what you pay for."
Current Electric is locally owned and operates from Wauwatosa, WI.  We've been serving SE Wisconsin since 1983.
Our team did all of the electrical design and installation for this beautiful kitchen.
Whether you are building a new home or just need a few new outlets, Current Electric can accommodate all of your electrical needs.
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+9

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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M&L Electrical Solutions LLC
4.9(
21
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairFixed Generator - InstallCeiling Fan - Install+21 more

Serving Whitefish Bay, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was in a time crunch due to selling my house and repeat inspection. I had called at least ten electricians/contractors and this company is the ONLY company that followed through. Martin had arrived and promptly started working and then his partner even came to finish our house on the weekend. I cannot recommend this company enough. Great service and price, so thankful for them."
Remodel
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Remodel
Electrical Project

+28

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Exact Electric, LLC
4.9(
88
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by ConsumerElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by Consumer+9 more

Serving Whitefish Bay, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We had an install of a Tesla charger and an upgrade to our electrical box to 220 plus some other miscellaneous items. Joe and team were able to use existing materials to save us a lot over three other quotes we received. The work passed all codes with no effort on our part. After the team left you would never know they had been there everything was clean and orderly. Will definitely hire again for future projects."
Kohler Standby Generator Install
Pergola lighting, outdoor TV and infrared heaters
Pergola lighting, outdoor TV and infrared heaters
Pergola lighting, outdoor TV and infrared heaters
Pergola lighting, outdoor TV and infrared heaters

+13

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Current Electric Company
Current Electric Company
4.7(
140
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+17 more

Serving Whitefish Bay, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"We HIGHLY recommend Current Electric company!! Jim is superb!!! We are so happy with his work!!! He is very knowledgeable, precise in his work, and an expert in his field!! Current Electric was our second opinion for our service panel upgrade and are we thankful we found them!!! Very honest!!!"
Kitchen Remodel
Landscape Lighting
Restaurant Lighting
Lighting in newly built hotel
Commercial Solar

+2

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
North Shore Electric LLC
4.7(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+10 more

Serving Whitefish Bay, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul called me within two hours of submitting a service ticket. He listened to the issue I described and gave me a service date within 7 business days. Upon arrival, he identified incorrect wiring in regards to three pole switches. At my request, he made the outlet "hot" all the time and non-dependent upon the master and companion dimmer switches. He was able to access a junction box in our attic to re-purpose the existing wiring and was completed with all work in approximately two hours. He was kind enough to spend fifteen minutes providing free quotes/estimations for a couple other electrical projects that I've been thinking of (i.e. - piping more outlets in my garage, installation of a ventilation fan in a bathroom, etc). 10/10 would recommend for electrical work, I'll definitely be calling him again. I originally booked the first electrician that got back to me through Angie's List, but had to go with North Shore Electric because I was getting a Master Electrician at half the price. Paul is well worth the time and expense!"
Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Elite Electrical Contractors LLC
4.6(
22
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+11 more

Serving Whitefish Bay, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Tim was highly professional and punctual in fact they showed up an hour early. I wasn’t able to be home while Tim was performing the work. But he kept me in the loop the entire time. He advices a better alternative to solve my electrical outlet needs. Tim was very responsive with addressing all of the questions I asked via text leading up to the install day. Over the last couple of years I’ve had electrical work done by three other electricians two of which were good. Overall the level of service Tim provided was above and beyond."
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Response time1 day
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Hometown Heating, Air & Electric
4.9(
123
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Whitefish Bay, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Hometown team did an excellent job on relocating switches and outlets in our home. Call and ask for Nick who heads up their electrical group. Very positive experience and we will be using them in the future!"
Making sheet metal
Training is a Priority
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Smoke detectors come in two different options: hardwired or battery-operated. While hardwired units are attached directly to the home’s electrical system, a battery-operated smoke detector only needs a simple battery for operation and can be placed virtually anywhere in your home. Some homeowners may mistakenly think their battery-operated units are hardwired in because all their units are interconnected, but many battery-operated units can operate within a smoke alarm network in your home.

Many homes have a 200-amp service, which requires a 2-inch electrical meter riser. Larger homes or homes that require more energy for several appliances and devices may have a 400-amp service. For 400-amp service, opt for a 4-inch electrical meter riser.

It can be safe to buy or live in a house with knob and tube (K&T) wiring, but only if the system is in good condition, functional, and has been thoroughly inspected and approved by a licensed electrician. Never purchase a home with K&T wiring without getting a professional electrical inspection first.

Key considerations include:

  • Safety and Condition: An inspector will verify that the wiring is safe and has not deteriorated. Over time, the insulation can wear away, leaving exposed wires that pose a significant fire or shock hazard.

  • System Capacity: The electrical service should be at least 60 amps. However, even at this capacity, K&T systems often struggle to handle the demands of modern appliances and electronics.

  • Lack of Grounding: Knob and tube wiring is an ungrounded system, which is a safety concern for many modern devices.

  • Ongoing Maintenance: If you live in a home with K&T wiring, it's recommended to have it inspected by an electrician every one to two years to ensure it remains in safe working order.

Ultimately, any inspection or modification of a knob and tube system should always be performed by a certified professional.

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.

By nature, two-prong outlets aren't grounded—but the box they run to might be, which makes them safer. The safest way to test if an outlet is grounded is to purchase a circuit tester, which cost about $20 at home improvement stores. 

If you discover your outlet (or outlets) aren't grounded, know that this greatly increases your risk of personal injury and electrical fires. You may want to consider installing new three-prong ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlets. On average, the cost to install GFCI outlets is about $210 per outlet.

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