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Avatar for OneWay Electrical, LLC
OneWay Electrical, LLC
4.8(
96
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"One way electrical crew came in offered to remove their shoes or boot their boots And lay down a tarp in my living Room so thier latter would not scratch my floor did an excellent job was polite courteous friendly and answered all my questions would recommend them to anyone"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Means Electric
5.0(
20
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We are very pleased with the service that Means Electric provided. We were not over priced and the job was professionally done to include cleaning up after completion."
Electrical work
Electrical work
Electrical work
Electrical work
Electrical work

+84

Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Morris Electric
4.8(
23
)

Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: True professional

"I was worried about my electrical issues. Mr. Andy and I discussed my concerns and came the next day. Everything was resolved. Definitely a keeper."
Ceiling fan trouble.
Electrical Project
Ceiling fan trouble.
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+4

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
Recommended by68%of homeowners
Avatar for McLean Electric LLC
McLean Electric LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! Nick is the ultimate professional, very skilled and accommodating! We will hire him for every wiring job! The best electrician - very reasonably priced, great communication, gets back to you right away, and keeps his commitments! The best, hands-down!"
44 Thatcher Halloway
44 Thatcher Halloway
Upper and lower cabinet  low voltage Led tape lighting.
44 Thatcher Halloway
44 Thatcher Halloway

+35

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for PALMETTO ELECTRIC GROUP LLC
PALMETTO ELECTRIC GROUP LLC
5.0(
7
)

Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jackson and Palmetto Electric were quick to address my needs and went above and beyond the scope of the project to help me complete the electrical work and get our TV up on the wall! Thank you!"
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mister Sparky of Columbia
Mister Sparky of Columbia
4.9(
17
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Even though I did not hire them due to their higher cost, the person who came to do the consultation was well dressed, came in a company van and was very knowledgeable. If cost is not a consideration and you are looking for someone who provides white glove service, who will come and do the job in a very clean and professional way than give these guys a shot. We could not fit them into our small project budget of installing couple of ceiling fans hence we went with someone more reasonable. I gave 4 stars and that is because the Angi system did not match them up properly for my project. So that 1 star is taken away not because of the service provider but due to Angi platform not creating proper match for the project. FYI, I needed to replace 6 fans + install 1 new fan. Their cost of replacement or install was more than the cost of each fan hence it was not a good fit for my project."
Landscape and Other Outdoor Lighting Wiring and Install
Door Bell Upgrade
Wall Outlet Replacement
Electrical Services Offered
Door Bell Upgrade

+3

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric of Columbia
4.4(
87
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were desperate to get help with our electrical issues, and no other company had any availability for days or even weeks. Mr. Electric sent someone out immediately. Josh, the technician, was so helpful. He took the time to listen to everything, was unfailingly polite, checked every outlet, and gave us the answers we needed. I can't recommend this company enough."
High Ceiling
Post Light Fixture
Outlet Above Fireplace
Surge Protection
Surge Protection

+20

Response time1 day
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Avatar for Higginbotham's Electric LLC
Higginbotham's Electric LLC
5.0(
26
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed a electrician to run wiring for a sump pump underground. Are used home advisor to find them. He is the only electrician that called back and showed up of work five star nice guy. I would definitely hire him again and recommend him to friends and family."
Trenching for electrical conduit.
Trenching for electrical conduit
Response time5 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Columbia, SC

A whole-house surge protector blocks voltage spikes from lightning, grid issues, or even large appliances before they can fry your wiring or electronics. By diverting excess current at the main panel, it shields everything from your HVAC to your phone chargers and can extend the life of pricey appliances. Homeowners in storm-prone regions or with older panels see the biggest payoff, but any home that relies on sensitive electronics benefits.

Most whole-house surge protectors work for two to three years. Low-level spikes—too small to notice—hit your panel every day and slowly wear down the internal components. Once the unit’s capacity is depleted, it can’t prevent a larger surge, so plan to replace it on schedule (or sooner if a major lightning strike occurs) to keep your electronics and HVAC equipment safe.

A surge protector begins guarding your circuits the moment an electrician snaps it into place. Whether the spike originates from a nearby lightning strike or your fridge kicking on, the protector shunts the extra current to ground before it can reach outlets or hard-wired systems, such as your AC. That instant response is why a small upfront cost can save thousands in appliance repairs.

The unit mounts on or next to your main electrical panel. Type 1 models sit on the supply side, catching outside spikes before they hit the breaker. Type 2 devices snap inside the panel and tame surges that start within the house. Either way, placement at the panel lets the protector guard every circuit at once.

Plan to swap the device every three to five years—or sooner if you upgrade your panel, add high-demand appliances, or notice flickering lights and tripped breakers. Relying on a maze of power strips is another red flag that your current setup isn’t keeping up. Replacing the surge protector at these milestones keeps your electrical system on safe footing.

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