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Avatar for Neli Virtual Appliance Repair
Neli Virtual Appliance Repair
4.2(
682
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Richwood, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The problem turned out to be a burned out small electric door switch. I believe the price was way too expensive for the service performed and the price of the door switch. What more can I say? It got done."
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Renewable Engineered Systems
4.7(
12
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station InstallationElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For BusinessElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not Provided+12 more

Serving Richwood, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had been
looking for a state of the art solar power system, using the latest technology in
solar and battery backup.

It was hard
finding a company that could stabiles power in our home and give us what we
wanted.  The power from the local power
company was always over high voltage or very low shorting the life of my electronics
and motors in my home and workshop.    It
was hard finding a company that knew what they was doing and giving a good
price for what we wanted. The Company Renewable Engineered Systems RESllc  was the only one that was able to do this.           Only 1 volt flux of voltage  There system acts like a cpasator in my home
and give us very clean power this will extend the life of all my electronics
and motors that i have in my freezers and fringes and well pump.

This works day to day plus if the grid goes
down, my house will still be running with solar power"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
DAVE HINKLE ELECTRIC, INC.
4.3(
4
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by ConsumerElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+9 more

Serving Richwood, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave Hinkle Electric is an amazing company for your electric needs and repairs! They have great knowledge about what they’re doing, and very professional! Dave Hinkle Electric has been great help of mine and others that I know! Give them a call and they’ll get the problem fixed or installed! 10/10 I highly recommend!"
Response time2 days
Response rate98%
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Rose Electric
5.0(
2
)
Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For BusinessElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+4 more

Serving Richwood, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Rose electric changed their schedule to help us in our time of need. Phil came exactly when he would and wqs efficient in his work. The work was very well done. I would highly recommend him."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
On The Double, Inc.
4.4(
30
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - InstallPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Richwood, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I understand they are busy and with that in mind, the scheduled time could not be kept, but they stayed in contact and arrived the next day, keeping me informed and doing a Great job! Many thanks for the professional and informative job. I will use them again without a doubt."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Electrical FAQs, answered by experts

Removing a fuse from the fuse box is relatively safe under normal circumstances. The task becomes dangerous if wires or wire terminals are exposed or in the case of a disaster such as flooding in the home where water can act as an electrical conductor.

While the National Electrical Code (NEC) does not set a strict limit, a common guideline is to have a maximum of eight outlets or receptacles on a 15-amp circuit. This rule of thumb, which equates to about one outlet per 1.5 amps, helps keep the total electrical load safely below 80% of the circuit breaker's capacity. It is important to consider the power demands of any devices or appliances that will be plugged in, as overloading a circuit can lead to tripped breakers or create a fire hazard. To ensure the safety and code compliance of your electrical system, consult with a licensed electrician.

There are several tools available to help prevent electrical fires. First, ensure that you have GFCI outlets installed in necessary areas, along with an AFCI, which is a circuit breaker that can help prevent arc-faults. Investing in surge protectors is also wise, as they can safeguard your appliances and other items against power surges that may overload your outlet and cause sparking.

Soldering is a reliable and durable way to connect wires, but it isn't the only method. Nowadays, professionals often crimp the connection instead—although this requires a higher degree of skill than soldering.

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.

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