Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2018
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"Fast, friendly, and reliable — everything you want in an electrical company."
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Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
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"EJ, was awesome! He was very professional, helpful, and efficient. I live in NY and have a rental in South Carolina. Ej, went out to my home 2 days after I called. He was able to assist me promptly. His price was good and his service was even better. I will be using 365 Electric again!"
Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas
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Warranties offered
"I called Mr. Electric to tackle a list of varied electrical jobs at our home- installing ceiling fans, changing out light fixtures, and adding dimmer switches to name a few. They went above and beyond on each task with great attention to detail. Very easy to communicate with. I highly recommend Mr. Electric!"
Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
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"Charleston electric was great to work with. The staff who scheduled the appointment were very professional and helpful. Paul installed the fans and ring devices and he was awesome! He is very knowledgeable and completed the work quickly. I highly recommend Charleston Electric and Paul and plan to use them in the future for all my electrical needs.."
Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
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How Our Service Works: At C.W. Electric Construction Service LLC, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional electrical services that are fast, reliable, and customer-focused. Whether you need a quick repair or a more extensive installation, our experienced team is here to help every step of the way. We also do Residential Renovations & Remodels / Light Commercial and are fully insured and licensed. Call and make an appointment for what ever your electrical needs are today 843-452-4354.
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Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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"Do you see any holes in my walls? Do you see any cords hanging? The answer’s are no and no because Tom Sansone is the BEST IN THE BUSINESS! If you need anything installed audio or visual look no further than HLS!"
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Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
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We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2014
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"Best help ever! Was quick and great with service"
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Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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Small jobs welcome
"I talked to Justin about wanting a floodlight camera above my garage door. I didn't have any pre existing wiring to use a wired one so wasn't sure what my options were. He picked out a solar panel ring light since that was going to be the cheapest and easier route than running wires to an electrical source. I'm very pleased at how it turned out. He picked up the camera the day we talked and the next day he was installing it. The installation looks very professional and secure. He also helped me finish installing my ring doorbell camera as I had lost the installation screws. Justin is defiantly my go to pro for all my future smart home projects!"
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Serving Ridgeville, SC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
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Emergency services offered
LimRic Plumbing, Heating & Air has been fulfilling light commercial and residential plumbing, heating and air conditioning needs of the Charleston area for more than 50 years. Our team provides excellent customer service and is dedicated to ensuring our staff is informed and knowledgeable so that your commercial or residential space remains safe for you, your family, or your business.\n\nAt LimRic Plumbing, Heating & Air, customer satisfaction is our priority. You can rest easy on our service pledge of “Call Today, Comfortable Tonight!” With our Quick Comfort guarantee, we promise that if we can’t fix your HVAC or Plumbing issue on the first service visit, we will provide you with a temporary replacement until we can restore it to working order. With more than 80 fully stocked service vehicles, a staff of highly trained technicians and multiple locations in the Lowcountry, we can confidently promise same-day service to our customers.\n
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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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