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Small Job Specialist Electric
4.8(
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Serving East Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

"Ken and his helper were amazing. Ken came out to recommend and quote light fixtures in our unfinished basement, connect a couple of Ring floodlights, and replace the doorbell transformer and install a new Ring doorbell at my residence. Ken's work is clean, fast, and reasonably priced! I would absolutely hire him again!"
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
SOUND ELECTRIC LLC
4.3(
50
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Serving East Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

"Jeremy was very enthusiastic about this project.  He had great ideas about lighting design, advice for AV setup, and ways to keep costs down without sacrificing overall quality.  He was able to offer creative suggestions, listen to concerns, and adapt his ideas to fit those concerns.  The original plan did not include rewiring the basement.  He pointed out a number of safety issues.  Even though it added significantly to the cost, he brought the basement up to code, and we are glad we did it.  Everything works better and it is safe.  The lighting work ended up being significantly cheaper because he believed we did not need nearly as many lights as we originally planned.  As I look at our completed project, he was right.  The lighting is perfect.  We also had a request to put the center channel speaker in an unusual location.  He voiced his concern, but agreed to do what we wanted.  Again, he was right.  It sounded terrible.  He moved the speaker to right spot (which required some rewiring) with no fuss.  It sounds fantastic.  I would highly recommend Sound Electric."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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White Oak Landscaping & Lawn Care, inc
4.4(
7
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Serving East Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Phenomenal! Work performed on time and within budget. They introduce each person on site and take care to clean up as work progresses. Consultation and creative design services are provided to prevent a cookie cutter landscape. I’ve worked with other companies over the years and none can compare with the overall quality and value received from Shannon and the entire White Oak team."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The BullBag
5.0(
15
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Serving East Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Credit card accepted

"It went well! I expected it to take a long time to get it picked up, but I called for the bag to be emptied on Friday and they were here Saturday! I am already filling it up again. (We have a MESS from the storm and need to finish the kitchen before this weekend's company coming in from out of town.) I have already called them to request my bag be emptied on Friday, and they have me on the schedule! I can't believe the customer service is so great! This is not a regular dumpster company. I have a dumpster delivered last summer and they gouged my driveway. What a nightmare it was to get them to pay for the driveway to be fixed. NEVER AGAIN! It's BullBag only for our future needs."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Best Buds Enterprises
5.0(
5
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Serving East Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

"The worker showed up on time and as planned to maintain the property. He not above and beyond to make sure the property was to perfection. All grass clippings were cleaned up and removed from property along with the trimmings from the brushes. The brushes were trimmed even and just to how I had explained I had wanted them. I will definitely have him come back this summer to maintain the property."
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FAQs for outdoor lighting plan and installation projects in East Hartford, CT

Permit requirements for outdoor lighting vary depending on your location and project scope. Simple fixture replacements don't require permits, but projects involving new electrical circuits, extensive trenching, or significant system expansions often do. Local building departments establish these requirements, and many professional electricians handle permit applications as part of their service package.

The timeline for outdoor lighting installation varies based on project complexity. Basic systems might require only one to two days for complete installation, while extensive lighting networks with numerous fixtures and complex wiring needs could extend to a week or longer. Weather conditions, property accessibility, and soil characteristics can all influence how quickly professionals can complete your installation.

Outdoor lighting offers both practical and aesthetic benefits that many homeowners find valuable. Beyond enhancing nighttime visibility and security, well-designed lighting can highlight architectural features and extend outdoor living hours. While installation represents a significant investment, quality lighting may potentially increase property appeal and could contribute to overall home value.

Some outdoor lighting projects are suitable for homeowner installation, particularly simple solar fixtures or low-voltage systems that plug into existing outlets. However, projects requiring new electrical connections, permanent wiring, or integration with home electrical systems demand professional expertise. Electrical work carries inherent safety risks, and improper installation could create fire hazards or code violations.

The operating cost for outdoor lighting depends primarily on your fixture types, bulb selection, and usage patterns. Energy-efficient LED fixtures consume significantly less electricity than traditional incandescent or halogen alternatives. Controlling your lighting with timers, photocells, or motion sensors can further reduce energy usage by ensuring lights operate only when needed or beneficial.

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