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J & M Electrical Services
4.9(
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Serving Petersburg, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

J&M Electrical Services is a family-owned and operated business, established in 2003. Our electrical technicians & staff strive to provide the most excellent customer service and personalized assistance specific to your individual application. Our belief and goal for every job is complete customer satisfaction, because we strive to “Do it right the first time”. We provide top notch electrical services for all residential & commercial jobs. NO job is to small for us to handle. Our trained professional technicians when dispatched to your call, will not only give you a price on the spot, but will also be prepared to complete most any task necessary at the time of service. J&M Electrical has built the company around honesty, loyalty and integrity. We guarantee every job we do. Our founder/president Jason Haynie, is a master electrician who strives to provide his clients with the best service & workmanship available on the market today! J&M Electrical Services is a Class “A” Electrical Contracting company fully licensed & insured! This company can handle any electrical, plumbing or gas need. We offer special financing options. We accept cash, check, and/or credit cards. We look forward to working with you. Check us out here: https://www.jmwired.com.

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Response time1 day
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Ahmad Electrical Service
4.9(
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Serving Petersburg, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Ahmad Electrical Service is your trusted electrical expert in Richmond. With years of experience, we specialize in providing top-notch electrical services for homeowners. Our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to delivering exceptional results, ensuring your home projects are completed safely and efficiently. Contact Ahmad Electrical Service today for all your electrical needs.

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Response time1 day
Response rate97%
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Electric Solutions Of Richmond LLC
4.6(
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Serving Petersburg, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Welcome to Electric Solutions of Richmond, where we merge the reliability of a licensed and accredited staff with the affordability of quality workmanship done right the first time. We offer fast, reliable, and affordable electrical services throughout Richmond, Virginia, and surrounding areas. As a full-service company, we do everything from receptacle wiring, security lighting, full panel upgrades and generator installations to installing voice, data jacks, and WI-FI access points as well as run fiber optic cable for residential and light commercial properties. Electric Solutions of Richmond is a family run business and as such we strive to treat you like family, providing quality service at competitive prices. Our work is backed by over 20 years of experience and you'll always work with a licensed electrician to give you peace of mind with your investment. Our goal is to become your trusted ally. Providing for all your electrical needs in the most reliable and efficient manner while keeping your costs competitive and fair.

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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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E C Electronics
4.9(
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Serving Petersburg, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

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Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time10 mins
Response rate91%
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Electric Synergy Partners, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Petersburg, VA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

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Customers say: True professional

SERVICING HAMPTON ROADS/TIDEWATER AREAS We offer Meterbase & Entrance cable replacement, Parking lot Lighting Services, Installation of Conduit and Electric cable from the transform or pole, Setting and Removal of Utility poles, Pole Setting for pole barn/building structures, Work requiring Bucket and Auger truck, Mini excavator work, Tree trimming and cutting (Bucket access only-no climbing), Some crane lifts ( no higher the 35-40ft and loads under 5000lbs) conductor cable splices, meterbase and Entrance cable inspections. We may be able to assist with other services, please call or email to inquire.

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Response time7 hrs
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Virginia Power Solutions
4.7(
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Serving Petersburg, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Virginia Power Solutions (VPS) provides you peace of mind for when it matters. We are local and family-owned and operated, and specialize in automatic backup generator systems and have been serving Central Virginia's back up power generator needs since 2004. Virginia Power Solutions is centrally located in Ashland, Virginia. Our knowledgeable staff of standby generator professionals can help you make an informed decision, whether purchasing a new back up generator system or how to properly maintain or repair an existing generator system. We have dedicated Electricians, Gas Plumbers and Service technicians to assure that your system is installed correctly and that it is maintained correctly for years to come. Virginia Power Solutions is honored to have achieved Generac Power Systems most prestigious award for 2 years in a row in 2022 and 2023 of Premier Dealer Status. We look forward to serving you and welcoming you to the VPS family. \n

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AB & Son Enterprises, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Petersburg, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

Response time9 hrs
Response rate89%
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
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Serving Petersburg, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small \nReferences upon Request.\nContact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. \nThank you. \n **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **\n

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Accent Tel USA
4.9(
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Serving Petersburg, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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Emergency services offered

Our Company provides a one-stop solution for all of your voice, internet, and telecom needs. Leveraging the Cloud we provide your Office state-of-the-art telephones for little or no upfront cost striving to keep your monthly costs the same. Sound too good to be true? Give us a call and we will show you how.

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FAQs for electrical service projects in Petersburg, VA

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:

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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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