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SON LIGHT ELECTRIC LLC
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install+7 more

Serving Glenville, WV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

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"Jamie was prompt, professional and honest. We are hiring him again to do some more electrical work in the near future. I would highly recommend him. Heâ s welcome to use my wife and I for a referral anytime. Heâ s definitely a true blessing!"
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
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An Aire Experts
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Glenville, WV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our AC went out 100 degrees outside so this was a major emergency called he came right out fixed the issue very nice very dependable very professional very reasonable on prices he is our go to person now such a life saver I definitely recommend this ac repair person thank you thank you so much your awesome..!!!!! Better call him !!! 304-404-3234"
Response time1 day
Response rate99%
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FS Electric
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+2 more

Serving Glenville, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

"The contractors did everything we agreed on to our satisfaction. Both workers were very cordial and professional. As far as we are concerned, they will be the electric company we call from now on. I highly recommend them."
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Yes, California law requires that electricians be licensed by the state in order to do electrical work. However, there is an exception for small jobs valued at $500 or less. In these cases, an unlicensed handyperson is legally allowed to do the work. Limit hiring unlicensed contractors to minor tasks and fixes around your home.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

Single-pole light switches are the most common light switches on the market. Their simple features make them easy to install and use. For more powerful applications that require 30 or 40 amps, you may need to use a double-pole switch. Some homeowners may want multi-way switches like three-way or four-way switches to control a light fixture from opposing ends of the room.

How far you can run underground electric depends on the wire gauge (generally AWG) and the circuit voltage. Too much voltage drop in an electrical circuit can negatively affect performance, so the smaller the voltage drop, the better. Ideally, it shouldn't exceed 3%. The smaller the wire and the longer the run, the more significant the voltage drop. 

For example, with a 120-volt circuit, you can run 60 feet of 12 AWG cable without losing more than 3% voltage. With a 240-volt circuit, you can run 120 feet of 12 AWG wire while maintaining a voltage drop of 3% or less.

It’s possible to distinguish a positive black wire from a negative black wire if you know what type of circuit the wires are in. If it’s an alternating current (AC), then black wires are positive. If it’s a direct current (DC), then black wires are negative. 

Sometimes, a circuit has two black wires. In that case, the positive black wire will be solid black while the negative black wire will have a white stripe on it. If you’re still unsure, you can use a multimeter to check.

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