With over 6 years of experience CURRENT SOLUTIONS ELECTRICAL is your trusted choice for all of your electrical needs. We take pride in our work and can assure your satisfaction with your project. Give us a call today for a free estimate!
"Replaced 2 deck lights and 2 bathroom fans."
Barbara T on March 2024
With over 6 years of experience CURRENT SOLUTIONS ELECTRICAL is your trusted choice for all of your electrical needs. We take pride in our work and can assure your satisfaction with your project. Give us a call today for a free estimate!
"Replaced 2 deck lights and 2 bathroom fans."
Barbara T on March 2024
Oak Hill Electric has been the premier electricians in New Hampshire for more than thirty years. We specialize in everything from lightning protection to in-depth electrical wiring. Do you want to protect the ones you love? We are also qualified to install security alarms. Choose Oak Hill Electric for all of your electrical needs.
"Has worked for me before and I had forgotten the name of the company, but when he called I hired him immediately. Excellent work in the past and completely trustworthy."
Carolyn R on April 2025
Oak Hill Electric has been the premier electricians in New Hampshire for more than thirty years. We specialize in everything from lightning protection to in-depth electrical wiring. Do you want to protect the ones you love? We are also qualified to install security alarms. Choose Oak Hill Electric for all of your electrical needs.
"Has worked for me before and I had forgotten the name of the company, but when he called I hired him immediately. Excellent work in the past and completely trustworthy."
Carolyn R on April 2025
With over 10 years of experience, we pride our company on our quality of work. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering tasks that are accomplished in a neat and workman like manner. Give us a call today. We look forward to working with you!
"Aubrey is great. We set an appointment which he was prompt for. He estimated the time which he was also right on the money, and the work was done neat, clean, and everything tested perfectly. This is the second time I have had him do some work for me and will call him for anything else electrical that I have."
David G on March 2025
With over 10 years of experience, we pride our company on our quality of work. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering tasks that are accomplished in a neat and workman like manner. Give us a call today. We look forward to working with you!
"Aubrey is great. We set an appointment which he was prompt for. He estimated the time which he was also right on the money, and the work was done neat, clean, and everything tested perfectly. This is the second time I have had him do some work for me and will call him for anything else electrical that I have."
David G on March 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
We at JLC Electric, LLC, focus on quality over quantity. We use our years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.
"Jim was very good and responsive to my calendar. On time and got the job done in a few hours. Good quality with all cabling nicely hidden. Would hire again!"
Jay N on May 2025
We at JLC Electric, LLC, focus on quality over quantity. We use our years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.
"Jim was very good and responsive to my calendar. On time and got the job done in a few hours. Good quality with all cabling nicely hidden. Would hire again!"
Jay N on May 2025
With more than 8 yrs of experience, Freedom Electric LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
"We love how Tyler always goes above and beyond. Always pointing out and fixing potential problems. Hard to find companies like his. We would definitely recommend Freedom Electric"
Ken B on April 2023
With more than 8 yrs of experience, Freedom Electric LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
"We love how Tyler always goes above and beyond. Always pointing out and fixing potential problems. Hard to find companies like his. We would definitely recommend Freedom Electric"
Ken B on April 2023
Were dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service, and repair for your heating and cooling needs. Our company is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in central A/C and cooling systems as well as heating and furnace systems. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
"Joe came out the next morning (on a weekend), quickly found the issue with the A/C compressor, and fixed it. The price was what Heritage wanted just to come out and evaluate what needed to be done. He was professional, friendly, and I would highly recommend him and his company."
Phil H on May 2025
Were dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service, and repair for your heating and cooling needs. Our company is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in central A/C and cooling systems as well as heating and furnace systems. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
"Joe came out the next morning (on a weekend), quickly found the issue with the A/C compressor, and fixed it. The price was what Heritage wanted just to come out and evaluate what needed to be done. He was professional, friendly, and I would highly recommend him and his company."
Phil H on May 2025
Preferred Electrical Services, LLC, is located Concord, New Hampshire and serves the greater Concord area. We are a member of the BBB and the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce We offer electrical services residential, commercial, and industrial atmospheres, completing all aspects of work including new construction, renovations, service work, and generators. We are an authorized installation and service dealer of Kohler, GE, and Briggs and Stratton generators. We strive to offer excellent customer service, competitive pricing, quality workmanship, and completion in a timely manner.
"Timely, thorough, and a very reasonable price. We're very happy with the results."
Henriette S on November 2021
Preferred Electrical Services, LLC, is located Concord, New Hampshire and serves the greater Concord area. We are a member of the BBB and the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce We offer electrical services residential, commercial, and industrial atmospheres, completing all aspects of work including new construction, renovations, service work, and generators. We are an authorized installation and service dealer of Kohler, GE, and Briggs and Stratton generators. We strive to offer excellent customer service, competitive pricing, quality workmanship, and completion in a timely manner.
"Timely, thorough, and a very reasonable price. We're very happy with the results."
Henriette S on November 2021
Cote Electric, LLC is a Manchester, New Hampshire-based electrical contractor specializing in residential, commercial, and industrial services. Established in 1987, the company has over 30 years of experience providing integrated electrical solutions throughout Northern New England.
"Djems the tech was personable, professional and thorough. If possible I will ask for him to service our generator in the future. Great to see his work ethic! "
mark c on May 2025
Cote Electric, LLC is a Manchester, New Hampshire-based electrical contractor specializing in residential, commercial, and industrial services. Established in 1987, the company has over 30 years of experience providing integrated electrical solutions throughout Northern New England.
"Djems the tech was personable, professional and thorough. If possible I will ask for him to service our generator in the future. Great to see his work ethic! "
mark c on May 2025
At Garneau Electric LLC, we are a family-owned business with over 10 years of experience providing top-notch electrical services. Specializing in residential, commercial, and solar projects, we're committed to delivering high-quality workmanship and exceptional customer service on every job. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your experience is smooth, reliable, and tailored to your specific needs. Whether you're upgrading your home's electrical system, tacking a commercial project, or transitioning to renewable energy, Garneau Electric is here to provide expert solutions you can trust. Choose Garneau Electric LLC for professionalism, quality, and a personal touch from a family that cares.
At Garneau Electric LLC, we are a family-owned business with over 10 years of experience providing top-notch electrical services. Specializing in residential, commercial, and solar projects, we're committed to delivering high-quality workmanship and exceptional customer service on every job. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your experience is smooth, reliable, and tailored to your specific needs. Whether you're upgrading your home's electrical system, tacking a commercial project, or transitioning to renewable energy, Garneau Electric is here to provide expert solutions you can trust. Choose Garneau Electric LLC for professionalism, quality, and a personal touch from a family that cares.
Watch for warning signs, including discolored or warm faceplates, burning smells, sparking, loose-fitting plugs, and intermittent power delivery. Outlets that are more than 15 to 20 years old may lack important safety features like tamper resistance, even if they appear functional. Flickering lights or frequently tripping circuit breakers when using an outlet suggest potential wiring issues that merit professional evaluation.
While outlet replacement might appear straightforward, electrical work carries significant safety and compliance risks. Professional electricians understand proper grounding techniques, wire connections, and building code requirements. Improper installation can lead to shock hazards, electrical fires, and potential insurance complications. Most municipalities require licensed professionals for electrical modifications to ensure work meets safety standards.
A professional electrician needs less than 30 minutes to replace a standard outlet under normal circumstances. Factors that may extend this timeframe include difficult access locations, outdated wiring that requires updating, or the need for specialized outlet types like GFCI installations. Larger projects involving multiple outlets benefit from economies of scale, though whole-house replacements require several days to complete.
GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlets continuously monitor electrical current flow and automatically disconnect power when they detect imbalances that could cause shock hazards. Standard outlets provide power without this protection mechanism. Building codes mandate GFCI outlets in locations where water exposure is possible, including kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor areas. While GFCI outlets cost approximately twice as much as standard versions, they provide essential safety protection.
Replacing an existing standard outlet with a GFCI outlet costs between $100 and $200, including both materials and professional installation. The material cost for a GFCI outlet ranges from $7 to $25, significantly higher than standard outlets due to their built-in protection circuitry. Installing a new GFCI outlet where none previously existed costs between $150 and $300 due to additional wiring requirements.
Basic outlet replacement won't significantly impact energy consumption. However, specialized options like smart outlets can help manage energy usage by allowing programmed scheduling and remote control of connected devices. These features let you automatically power down electronics when not in use. Additionally, replacing deteriorated outlets with loose connections can eliminate energy waste and reduce potential safety hazards from resistance heating.