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Avatar for Worry Free Electric, LLC
Worry Free Electric, LLC
4.9(
18
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Serving Cheat Lake, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Quick to find the problem. Repaired our electrical outlet . Will hire again for other jobs. They are able to do many other repairs in your home."
200 amp service entrance
Response time2 days
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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John Templeton
4.8(
20
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Serving Cheat Lake, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional. No wasted time, John hit the ground running, Completed the project in less time than I anticipated. Explained what he had done and made sure I understood. If I need any future electrical work done, I will certainly call John. If you need any electrical work done, call John!"
Old farmhouse panel before
New Farmhouse panel after
Old Meter
Inside old Meter
Inside New Meter Box after Upgrade

+21

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Floyd Enterprises
4.7(
41
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Serving Cheat Lake, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It is difficult to evaluate at this point, because I am having Clay work up a bid at this point. I found him to be very honest, and made an effort to find my electrical problem. I can do a better evaluation at a later date."
Underground conduit raceway
Conduit flagged per code requirements
Dirt compacted, raked, grass seed down, straw down
New 100A sub-panel.
Exterior meter.

+5

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Morgantown Electrical Contracting, LLC
4.5(
29
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Serving Cheat Lake, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The people at Morgantown Electrical Contracting were great and completed a somewhat complicated job in about a day. Mr. Snider was friendly and knowledgeable about what had to be done, which included a new electric meter, new breaker box, and a plane for a new generator. All three employees, including Mr. Snider, worked very efficiently and answered question about the work as each task was done. There have been no problems with the electrical system since the work was completed. I have other jobs that need to be done and I will contact Mr. Snider about them."
Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

While circuit breakers are designed to be reset after tripping, there isn't a strict countdown to when they will fail. The primary danger lies in a breaker tripping multiple times in a short period without allowing the components to cool down. Theoretically, a standard breaker might handle around 50 trips caused by simple overloading. However, this number can be much lower in practice. For instance, a high-current fault could damage a breaker to the point that it needs replacement after only two resets. Repeatedly resetting a breaker that trips frequently exacerbates the underlying problem by causing the electrical components, wires, and the breaker itself to overheat. This can lead to permanent damage, cause the breaker to trip unnecessarily in the future, and increase the risk of an electrical fire. If a breaker trips every few minutes, you should leave it in the 'off' position and call a qualified electrician for an inspection.

The easiest way to determine the amperage of your electrical outlets is to check the corresponding breaker in your home’s breaker panel. The number is likely noted on the circuit breaker. If that fails, it’s possible to tell 15-amp and 20-amp outlets apart by looking at them. Fifteen-amp outlets have two vertical holes, while 20-amp outlets have one vertical hole and one T-shaped hole. 

Homeowners insurance policies will typically cover your cost to replace an electrical panel if damage occurs due to a covered circumstance such as fire, lightning, or certain types of accidents. Regular wear and tear or damage due to neglect might not be covered, so it's essential to review the policy details and consult with your insurance provider on the specifics of your coverage.

You can install a dimmer switch on almost any light as long as the switch, bulb, wiring, and wattage are compatible. Check what kind of light you have, the type of light bulb, and the total wattage of the bulbs to ensure your dimmer is a match. You’ll want to choose a non-neutral wire dimmer if you don't have neutral wiring. Homes built before 1985 that don't have updated electrical systems may not have neutral wiring.

If you have a garage heater that is 1,500 watts or more, it will need its own breaker. As a good rule of thumb, no appliance should exceed 1,500 watts per outlet for best outcomes. Consult a local garage heating service to determine the power needs for your outdoor or indoor space.

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