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Palmer Electric Inc
4.5(
154
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Serving Auburn, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Due to shoddy electrical work in our home since we've been here, a set of 3-way to 4-way to 3-way wall switches were intended to power the light in our front entry hallway. I am not an electrician or electrical engineer, but I understand the concept of this switch arrangement and have successfully replaced a similar switch arrangement elsewhere in our home without any difficulty. We knew that our issue required an expert electrician to diagnose and resolve it. On this date, Steve from Palmer Electric paid a visit to our home to try to solve the problem. After two hours of head scratching and trying different approaches, Steve finally figured out the problem and fixed our issue. We are extremely grateful for Steve's expertise and patience while in our home. I doubt that an inexperienced electrician could have figured this out. We highly recommend Steve and Palmer Electric for home electrical diagnosing and repair."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Photon Electric LLC
4.9(
57
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Serving Auburn, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I thought I did this but I'll do it again to make sure Marcus and photon electric get a good review. Marcus was very professional, he helped me with multiple problems and put up 2 ceiling fans and a new outlet in my garage. I give him credit he had to be an electric slooth to figure out all my homes issues and he did a great job and all the problems are fixed and working. He did a remarkable job was polite and explained all the problems and how he fixed them. Thank you Marcus and yes I'd hire him again. Beverly"
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Kitchen remodel
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Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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OHara Electric
5.0(
13
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Serving Auburn, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The entire team at OHara was *great.* Kelly was on top of all the office coordination and very easy to communicate with. Mike was very efficient and stayed late to make sure the job was done. They were willing to work with me and were familiar with the newer (and less popular) technology I was asked to be installed. Not only fantastic service all around, but their quote came in significantly less than a competitor. I will *definitely* be calling OHara for any future electric work and would not hesitate to recommend them."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
H & N International
4.2(
311
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Serving Auburn, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Don was prompt, extremely friendly, professional, and patient while he explained what was going on with our refrigerator. He diagnosed the problems, called to order replacement parts, picked up the parts, came back to install them, and cleaned up the job site in less than 2 hours, including answering all of our questions. Both problems were resolved thoroughly and under our budget. Fees for labor were very fair, especially considering the high quality of service. We felt safe and comfortable leaving him alone while we were in another room. We would absolutely call Don again for future appliance repair needs!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Schafer Electric
5.0(
1
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Serving Auburn, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Schafer Electric, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We have over 15 years of experience!

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical switches, outlets & fixtures install or repair projects in Auburn, 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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