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Avatar for Wired Up Electric, LLC
Wired Up Electric, LLC
4.8(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Farmington, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wired Up Electric was on time very professional, friendly and did an excellent job add new outlet for my freezer and changing out a light fixture. I would definitely recommend him to friends and family"
Response time1 day
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
Nick's Electric LLC
5.0(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+3 more

Serving Farmington, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

At Nick's Electric, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts, and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business!

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A. Minor Electrical Contracting, LLC
4.9(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For BusinessElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+7 more

Serving Farmington, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

"AJ took very good care of our project. Quick response and excellent timing for installation of new fan in a LR with no electrical fixture in the ceiling. Also replaced a tired bathroom exhaust fan. Really wish we would have done this project a long time ago, the living room ceiling fan is a game changer. Would recommend you check AJ out for your project."
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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John Templeton
4.8(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by Consumer+7 more

Serving Farmington, 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!"
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New Farmhouse panel after
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Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Morgantown Electrical Contracting, LLC
4.5(
29
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Farmington, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Being an older person and having to have essential things done for me anymore , is a great relief to find professionals that can get the job done right. Kent Snider, was one of those professionals, with Morgantown Electrical Contracting. I would highly recommend him."
Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The standard copper wire gauge to use with any 30-amp circuit is a 10-gauge wire. The National Electric Code specifies a 10-gauge wire with appliances like water heaters running on 30 amps. If you try to use a smaller gauge wire, such as a 12 gauge, with a 30-amp breaker, you run the risk of the wire overheating and melting or causing a fire. Because of the safety hazards, the gauge of the wire is not an area to try to cut costs when connecting a 30-amp breaker to a water heater.

Yes, the National Electrical Code reviews household codes every three years. However, that doesn’t always mean that kitchen counter outlet requirements will change, but it does allow room for professionals to make updates. That’s why many older kitchens are no longer code-compliant thanks to changing rules for amperage, GFCI protection, and more.

While not always necessary, wiring your circuit breaker in a certain way can ease both the installation process and use afterward. For starters, you’ll need to install the electrical panel so that the main service knockout aligns with the cable conduit. If they aren’t aligned, you may not have sufficient working space to finish running the wires. Using cable trays, on the other hand, gives you a bit more freedom to and flexibility in where and which direction you install the wires. At the end of the day, the power flow will be the same whether the cords run up or down.

Most standard residential water heaters, which are typically around 40 gallons and use 240 volts and between 3,500 and 5,500 watts, require a 30-amp, two-pole circuit breaker. For smaller, point-of-use water heaters using 120 volts and between 1,500 and 3,000 watts, a 30-amp breaker is also often adequate. However, some models may have different needs; units that use more watts than average may require a 40-amp breaker, while smaller units might only need a 20-amp breaker. Newer, tankless, or more energy-efficient models can also require a higher amperage. Having the correct breaker size is crucial for safe and efficient operation, so it's best to consult a licensed electrician to determine the specific needs of your water heater.

The color code for the common sprinkler wire is white, and then you can assign the remaining color codes to the rest of the wires for different sprinkler zones. For example, you could use red for the first zone, then blue for the second, and so on.

Color-coding helps you keep track of which wires go to specific zones so that you or a pro can address any issues or repairs quickly. Check your local electrical code for any requirements regarding sprinkler wire colors.

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