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Capital District Electric
4.9(
153
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent service. Very professional and personable. Eric skillfully fixed a mess of wiring left by a previous installer. And he made all the plates and switches look great. That means a lot. As if by magic, lights and outlets that hadn't worked in years came to life! My wife and I couldn't be happier. Thank you, Eric!"
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Response time6 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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R&D Electrical
5.0(
15
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ryan is an excellent electrician. We asked him to change a switch for bathroom light. He was able to fix potentially dangerous wiring and replace the switch. He also replaced two wall sconces. He is careful and meticulous in his approach to any job. He has done many jobs at our home that other electrical services did not fix. I would reckon highly"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
S & S Electric of NY, LLC
5.0(
129
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"S & S Eletric was friendly, reliable, knowledgeable, skilled, and well priced. I had a new outlet installed for a garage door opener and a couple of outlets upgraded "to code." The results were perfect. I will call S and S for any future electric work."
New 200 amp electrical service panel
Existing 100 amp electrical service meter & pa
Exiting 2 meter, 2 panel electrical service
New 2 family, 2 panel circuit breaker service
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Jeff Moore Electrical Contracting
4.6(
70
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff installed four security lighting fixtures for me. He had to do a little extra on one as the sensor was bad. He arrived on time and completed the work in a very timely manner. His work as high quality and his bill was more than reasonable for the time spent. He is preparing another estimate for running wiring out to my shed."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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CHIEF ELECTRIC LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used them for a variety of jobs in residential home. Installed new chandelier and foyer lights, change light switches and installed Ring doorbell. Chief is my go to for all my electrical needs. All jobs done right the first time."
CHIEF ELECTRIC LLC
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FAQs for electrical switches, outlets & fixtures install or repair projects in Albany, NY

To select and hire an electrician for your light switch installation, start by evaluating candidates as you would for any skilled position. Ask detailed questions, request a written quote, and verify their licensing credentials. This careful screening prevents unexpected fees and ensures every aspect of the installation, including any drywall repairs, complies with code.

A light switch can malfunction due to compromised wiring or overheating conditions. Faulty connections and excess heat diminish the switch’s performance. If you hear crackling, popping, or hissing sounds when toggling the switch, this indicates active electrical faults that pose a safety hazard and demand immediate professional inspection. Prompt attention prevents further damage and ensures reliable operation.

Installing a light switch takes 30 minutes or less, on average. The installation time depends on the switch type, with dimmer switches requiring additional time compared to standard on-off switches. While the hardware replacement might be completed in 15 minutes, it's essential to adhere to safety protocols, like turning off the circuit breaker and verifying there's no power, for a safe and code-compliant installation.

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