Serving Banks, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1993
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Will use company again for any future electrical needs"
Serving Banks, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Excellent. John set to work right away. He worked very fast and was very knowledgeable. He determined a baseboard heater needed replacement and gave options to choose. He had a very complex task with a porch light the had no power only to find the circuit was dead and found a light fixture that was miswired and had burned the insulation off the wire. He repaired it . finding the problem required getting into the attic crawl space to trace where the wires went. I was grateful he found and fixed it as it was dangerous."
Serving Banks, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1998
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
"It was a pleasure doing business with Brown Brotherâ s Electric and I will definitely use this company for my next project. All work was completed in the time estimated with professionalism and expertise. All materials were cleaned up and areas both inside and outside my home were left in perfect condition. I am enjoying my new lighting inside and the new outdoor lights are wonderful. I highly recommend Brown Brothers Electric & Remodel ."
Serving Banks, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Mike did a fantastic job upgrading my electrical panel to Leviton Smart Load Center which also is a fantastic product but not many people know how to make it work. I am glad HomeAdvisor matched my project with Mike of Wilson River Electric."
Serving Banks, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Warranties offered
Credit card accepted
"I'm selling my house and needed a quick turn-around to get some electrical work done as required by the buyers' lender. It's only been a couple days since I posted my project on Angi and the work is already done. Safety Home Services contacted me right away to get my project on their schedule. Kevin arrived as scheduled and was very quick and thorough with the GFCI replacements and other items on my list. As a bonus, he identified and clearly labeled all the switches in my breaker box. I'm a very happy customer."
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Serving Banks, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Very professional, respectful, and efficient. I needed a light replaced and wired. He came in and got everything hooked up and working in no time. I will be definitely calling One Stop Electric again for my electrical needs!"
Serving Banks, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I highly recommend Paragon Electric. Clint, the owner, was very responsive with calls and texts prior to the service call, and was thorough and knowledgeable. He explained his analysis of the electrical problem beautifully, answered questions and utilized his time well within the service call period, which included a run to a local store for an atypical breaker. Thanks Clint!"
Serving Banks, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Emergency services offered
Customers say: Terrific value
"We are renovating a former rental, and while replacing the electrical outlets and switches lost power to half the house. We had used JM3 before and had a good experience, so we called late in the afternoon on a Thursday and made an appointment for 8:30 Monday morning. The technician rang the doorbell at 8:31. He quickly got to work checking all of the outlets and switches - whether we had changed them out or not. He madeaking corrections as he went. He even identified problems in places we hadn't worked on yet!
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Serving Banks, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I basically lucked out when I found North By Northwest on Anji's List. Troy is very knowledgeable and professional, and my husband and I felt very comfortable in having him take on the project. He completed the job in a most timely manner. Another benefit is knowing that we now have a most reliable electrician to call for other electrical issues."
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Serving Banks, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I recently hired Sylvaina electric to help with some electrical work in my home, and I couldn?t be more satisfied! They were punctual, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. The job was completed efficiently and safely, and everything is working perfectly. I highly recommend their services!"
There is often some confusion about the type of work these professionals do. They only work on electrical systems such as outlets, lighting fixtures and electrical panels – they aren’t appliance repairmen.
There are three types of electricians: Master, Journeyman and Apprentice. Electrical licensing varies quite a bit by state. Some have licenses for apprentices and some do not. Some have a master’s rank while others stop at journeyman. Despite the differences, they all require a minimum amount of experience and usually classroom time.
Apprentice electricians aren’t usually licensed and spend 4 years learning the trade. Throughout that time, they work on a wide range of projects to learn to become a Journeyman. They’ll do basic work like installing fixtures and replacing outlets all the way to assisting in wiring a home. Regardless of the type of project, they must always be supervised by a Journeyman or Master electrician.
Journeymen work without supervision. In a few states, this is the highest level available and they can do all levels of work from wiring a new home to installing a light. In some states, they need a separate electrical contractor license to run a business. In places with a master’s level, a journeyman can do all work besides design new electrical systems.
Master electricians usually manage a shop, design new electrical systems in new construction and oversee both Journeyman and Apprentices. They typically bid new projects. Though they focus on larger projects, it’s not unheard of for a homeowner to request a Master Electrician for a house call. If you do, expect to spend up to 25% more for the visit.
Generally, you don’t tip electricians, but that’s not to say they don’t appreciate it if you do. You can offer them something to drink or eat, like coffee and donuts. Most will appreciate it if you do.
The education and certifications required to become an electrician vary by state, though they generally follow this list:
Apprentice
Does not always require a license depending on the state.
Learns on the job under Journeyman and Master Electricians.
Usually needs 4 years on-the-job training before they can test for a Journeyman license. Many states also require a technical degree to advance.
Always require supervision.
Journeyman
Needs between 8,000 to 10,000 hours of on-the-job training and usually 500 to 1,000 hours of classroom experience.
Can usually supervise apprentices.
They can diagnose and repair electrical problems.
Master
Achieved after an additional two years (4,000 hours) working as a Journeyman and taking the Master Electrician Exam.
Besides diagnosing and repairing electrical systems, they also design them. In most places they run shops and inspect Journeyman and Apprentice work.
Not a recognized rank in all states.
Electrical Contractor License is an optional license in some states for a Master Electrician to run a business. Some states have this instead of the Master license.
Electricians make an average of $26 per hour but it ranges with experience and licensing. An apprentice may make about half that while a Master Electrician may hit closer to $40 per hour. This figure represents how much they make; not how much they bill. Their salary is only one component of their costs. They must also figure in overhead, taxes, equipment, insurance and several other expenses.
Leave electrical work to the professionals. Electrical systems are complex and potentially hazardous when not handled and installed correctly. If it were easy, it wouldn’t take 4 years to become a journeyman or 6 years for a master’s license. If you are determined to forge ahead yourself, understand home electrical safety before beginning any project.Even for simple common electrical projects, a licensed pro is best. Not only is it safer, but contractors guarantee and insure their work. Hire a professional to keep your home’s electrical systems functioning properly and safely.
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