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Avatar for Ebel's Installations, Inc.
Ebel's Installations, Inc.
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Benwood, WV and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Ebel's Installations, Inc. has been providing the most complete and high-quality residential appliance installations since 1994. We are a full-service appliance installation company with a wide range of experience. We can help you with all phases of your kitchen appliance installations. Our team of highly trained (plumbing, electrical, carpentry and venting) installers having years of experience help us provide you with the highest quality of service and craftmanship. \nWe also do free estimates for your built-in appliances to ensure you purchase the product that will work best for you. \nWe offer a 1-year warranty on all of our installations.\n

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John Templeton
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Serving Benwood, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John has worked extensively in the electrical field, He is very mannerly and meets the scheduled time consistently. I will contract him again to do some more electrical work in the near future. I recommend John to anyone who needs a trusted electrician. You can tell that he loves his work and that he takes pride in everything he accomplishes."
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Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Vinnies Electric LLC
4.9(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+16 more

Serving Benwood, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Credit card accepted

"This service was amazing. The punctuality was amazing and I didn't spend the day waiting for them to come between 8AM and Noon. They got the estimate and work done in two days. I will use this company in the future for all my electrical needs!"
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My Computer Works, Inc.
4.0(
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Telephone Jacks and Wiring - Install - For BusinessTelephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business

Serving Benwood, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have had a contract with My Computer Works for almost a year and have called them for remote help at least 20 times. The techs are professional and highly efficient in diagnosing and repairing a wide range of problems, both simple and complex. Bless them!"
Training and Support
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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By All Means & More
4.4(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+14 more

Serving Benwood, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"In my opinion Chris is truly a stand up guy... i have never dealt with a contractor like him in the Ohio Valley... he is honest and upfront... truly cares about treating your home respectfully and doing the job well. The fact that his team also carried this into the work they do is no surprise. Not only do I recommend ByAllMeans, they will be the company I will always call when needing work done. If I could give them a higher rating I would,"
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

You should hire a licensed electrician who is insured to perform any electrical work on your home, including lighting installation. States have different requirements for licensing and certifying electricians, so use Angi’s state licensing tool to review local guidelines.

Here are a few questions to ask electricians before hiring:

  • How many years of electrical experience do you have?

  • Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?

  • Do you work with subcontractors?

  • Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?

  • What is the timeline for completion?

  • How do you handle change orders?

  • Can you provide at least three customer references?

Most ceiling light fixtures only have a black, white, and green wire, but in some cases, you’ll also find a red wire in the box. This is a second hot wire, like the black wire, and is included for ceiling light kits that have a fan.

There is no blanket figure for a residential home’s electrical load, since load varies by the size of the home, how many appliances are used, and the efficiency of their electrical systems. Typically, however, it’s safe to assume 40 to 60 amps is the average electrical load of a residential home. 

Most 200-amp panels have 40 to 42 slots, which can accommodate 40-42 single-pole breakers or 20 double-pole breakers. Some panels can accept even more circuits through the use of tandem breakers. The exact number of breakers allowed is determined by the panel manufacturer's rating, which you can find on the panel itself. It is important to avoid using all breakers at the same time; as a general rule, you should not use more than 160 amps of power at once to prevent overloading your 200-amp system. For specific guidance, it's best to check your panel's rating or consult with a qualified electrician.

In the case of electrical overflow, an ungrounded outlet should trip the circuit breaker, staving off dangerous scenarios. However, this is not always the case, especially if the wires and circuit breaker are worn down or damaged in some way. Ungrounded wires melt over time as they are introduced to more and more electricity. In other words, a circuit breaker offers protection in most instances but not always, and that’s where the danger lies with ungrounded outlets.

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