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Avatar for Seatown Electric Plumbing Heating & Air
Seatown Electric Plumbing Heating & Air
4.8(
1,392
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Serving Anacortes, WA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great job fixing my electrical outlets. Explained what caused it, cleaned up after himself and even helped me figure out other simple issues I had been wondering about. Brandon was friendly, courteous, answered all of me questions thoughtfully. Appreciate the service!"
Generator Repair
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Electrical Panel Repair
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+44

99 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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EMC Electric, Inc.
4.9(
14
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Serving Anacortes, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Company did a yearly maintenance on our whole house generator. They were quick and seemed to do a good job. They charged over $600 for an hour and a half?s work"
Breaker Service
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Outlet

+8

Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Swiftwater Electric & Solar, Inc.
Swiftwater Electric & Solar, Inc.
5.0(
6
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Serving Anacortes, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The job went very smoothly. They were able to replace the electrical panel start to finish before new tenants moved in. Good workmanship and coordination."
Pre upgrade
New panel
New panel interior
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+41

Response time2 days
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Tripped Electric
5.0(
3
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Serving Anacortes, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am extremely pleased with my services from Tripped Electric. From working with their administrative staff (Tessa) on scheduling, to the 4 electricians who worked at my home (Jacob, Skyler, Marcus, and Justin) -- this business could not be better at what they do or more professional. I would 100% work with Tripped again for any of my electrical needs."
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36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Complete Electric Service, LLC
3.5(
46
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Serving Anacortes, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Bill and his team were awesome! They were very professional and got the job done in record time! They were very prompt and courteous and left everything very tidy! I would strongly recommend them to anyone needing electrical work done! A dream team to be sure!!!"
Response time8 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Maverick Electric LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Anacortes, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Aaron is skilled, reliable and just a really good guy. He went out of his way to make time for a project that had to be done quickly, showed up when he said he would, and did excellent work. I had him back to do another project, and it was the same: nice guy doing solid, precise work and prioritizing safety. I'd trust him with anything electrical in my home and know that it was done right."
Response time2 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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West Mechanical, Inc.
4.3(
118
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Serving Anacortes, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"$700. for less then an hour and a half seemed outrageous to me. I had one outlet added to my bathroom./ I did not appreciate the way the head electrician treated his college."
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+5

Response time1 day
141 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical service projects in Anacortes, WA

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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