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Green Briar Electric, LLC
4.7(
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Angi Approved

In business since 2009

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Customers say: Quality work

"A lot of issues with power surges in my house. Dan came out on a Saturday and spent about an hour diagnosing my problem. He told me that my electrical panel would need to be replaced (not a big surprise as it was almost 50 years old) He had an emergency call for a medical office and had to leave. Promised that he would be back in two or three hours. He came back as promised but said that he had called around and would not be able to get the parts that he would need for my job until Monday. He was able to set up my panel to safely get me through the weekend. He gave me an estimate for the work. Came back on Monday and replaced my electrical panel. Final bill was $50 above estimate. I was very happy with the cost but the work he does is excellent. This is the second project that he has done for me. I would without reservation recommend him. Suoer nice guy."
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Cox Electric, LLC
3.0(
2
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Angi Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Following a home inspection I needed some odds and ends electric work done. Add 4-5 GFCI, ground a few plugs, etc. Also there were two knob and tube wires totaling under 20” in length that needed replacing. Items that most handle homeowners can do but I wasn’t allowed to because of the selling process, etc. I also needed it done within 7 days. A guy from Cox Electric came to my house to give me an estimate. (I’ll get back to that…) The guy that DID come to fix (Bill from another company) took 3 hours, did a beautiful job, and charged me $850. What was Cox Electric estimate? $3250. With materials costing under $50, this comes to over $1000/hour. While not against the law, gauging homeowners that are going through the process of selling a home is unethical."
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S & S ELECTRIC
4.9(
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Angi Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called S and S for a quote. Scott came the very next day. Quote was reasonable. They came a few days later and replaced my bathroom exhaust fan and 2 front door outside lights. Did a super nice job. Very happy with them, and would definitely recommend them to others. "
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Champion Electrical Services Inc
5.0(
45
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Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dan King was the wonderful electrician who did our electrical project. He installed new -above and below -cabinet lighting in our kitchen - which included rewiring, etc. He was kind, competent, efficient and very hard working! Highly recommended!!!! The lighting effect is beautiful and we are very thrilled with the result! "
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Cox Electric, LLC
4.9(
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Angi Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everyone we dealt with was friendly, responsive and knowledgeable. From our initial call to explore a generator through purchasing and installation, everyone at COX demonstrated exceptional and timely customer service. Their experienced team of technicians were there on time when they said theyâ d be there. They provided timely notifications and clearly communicated throughout every step of the installation process. We were impressed with their work ethic and the results."
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FAQs for generator repair projects in Charlestown, RI

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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