A Master Electrician with over 30 years experience with Industrial, Commercial, and Residential applications including installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical wiring systems and equipment. We do all work with maintenance and future expansion considerations as a priority. We use the National Electrical code as a minimum standard and usually exceed the code requirements with an installation that will provide years of safe and reliable operation with room to expand if necessary.
"Hank was generous with his time and expertise. Beyond the call of duty! Very helpful and professional."
Vaunie G on April 2025
A Master Electrician with over 30 years experience with Industrial, Commercial, and Residential applications including installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical wiring systems and equipment. We do all work with maintenance and future expansion considerations as a priority. We use the National Electrical code as a minimum standard and usually exceed the code requirements with an installation that will provide years of safe and reliable operation with room to expand if necessary.
"Hank was generous with his time and expertise. Beyond the call of duty! Very helpful and professional."
Vaunie G on April 2025
We design, install, and maintain electrical systems for residential, commercial, and industrial/manufacturing clients throughout Maine and its islands. Our team has the experience and drive to see your project through to the very end, always exceeding the expectations. With over 70 years of combined experience, there is no job we can't do (Power/service upgrades, lighting and lighting controls, Fire alarm systems, Mini-Split Heat Pumps, Generators, Photovoltaic Solar Systems and Battery Storage, Surveillance systems, and voice/data/video). Quality installations are key to the success of an electrical system, that's why we stand behind our installations with a 1-year workmanship warranty. We do it right the first time, but if something were to fail or go wrong we'll take care of it (for the first year) at no additional charge to you.
"After contacting a couple of other electrical companies, we chose to go with Simpson Electric and I’m very glad we did. Tyler Simpson and his team were very knowledgeable, professional, well mannered, prompt and understanding in getting the work we needed completed on time! Tyler thoughtfully looked at the project and helped us save money while getting a little more than what we asked for. They cleaned up the areas they worked in and performed some troubleshooting to ensure that everything was working as it should! I trust them wholeheartedly. I would call and/or recommend Simpson Electric anytime."
Rene A on October 2023
We design, install, and maintain electrical systems for residential, commercial, and industrial/manufacturing clients throughout Maine and its islands. Our team has the experience and drive to see your project through to the very end, always exceeding the expectations. With over 70 years of combined experience, there is no job we can't do (Power/service upgrades, lighting and lighting controls, Fire alarm systems, Mini-Split Heat Pumps, Generators, Photovoltaic Solar Systems and Battery Storage, Surveillance systems, and voice/data/video). Quality installations are key to the success of an electrical system, that's why we stand behind our installations with a 1-year workmanship warranty. We do it right the first time, but if something were to fail or go wrong we'll take care of it (for the first year) at no additional charge to you.
"After contacting a couple of other electrical companies, we chose to go with Simpson Electric and I’m very glad we did. Tyler Simpson and his team were very knowledgeable, professional, well mannered, prompt and understanding in getting the work we needed completed on time! Tyler thoughtfully looked at the project and helped us save money while getting a little more than what we asked for. They cleaned up the areas they worked in and performed some troubleshooting to ensure that everything was working as it should! I trust them wholeheartedly. I would call and/or recommend Simpson Electric anytime."
Rene A on October 2023
The Scottish Handyman is a limited liability company(LLC) and fully insured.
The Scottish Handyman is a limited liability company(LLC) and fully insured.
Remodeling professionals with over 20 years experience and hundreds of satisfied customers. We offer basement remodeling, bathroom and kitchen renovations, additions, siding and much more. Our pledge is to offer homeowners and businesses five star service with our commitment to providing quality service. We understand that communication, budgets, schedules and selections are very important in delivering a quality finished project.
"They totally botched the job. we had to hire someone else to redo all of their work."
Stephen H on March 2024
Remodeling professionals with over 20 years experience and hundreds of satisfied customers. We offer basement remodeling, bathroom and kitchen renovations, additions, siding and much more. Our pledge is to offer homeowners and businesses five star service with our commitment to providing quality service. We understand that communication, budgets, schedules and selections are very important in delivering a quality finished project.
"They totally botched the job. we had to hire someone else to redo all of their work."
Stephen H on March 2024
Family owned electrical business servicing Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Fully licensed and insured.
Family owned electrical business servicing Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Fully licensed and insured.
Cost is determined by the job.
Cost is determined by the job.
Electrical contractor
Electrical contractor
We are a small family owned and operated business since 1995. Our serviceman are dedicated professionals with many years of experience.
We are a small family owned and operated business since 1995. Our serviceman are dedicated professionals with many years of experience.
Refresh Computers has been servicing and selling computers and related equipment out of our Central Florida Super-Store since 2001. Both our computer business and our telephone business have the same motto -'Get the customer what they need or want at the least possible cost'. This has been a very successful way to run a business and we are proud to be here to help you. Our telephone Company, Refresh Telecom offers business-class cloud based telephone service nationwide using some of the best business features.
Refresh Computers has been servicing and selling computers and related equipment out of our Central Florida Super-Store since 2001. Both our computer business and our telephone business have the same motto -'Get the customer what they need or want at the least possible cost'. This has been a very successful way to run a business and we are proud to be here to help you. Our telephone Company, Refresh Telecom offers business-class cloud based telephone service nationwide using some of the best business features.
We are a Electrical Contractor located in Portland Maine we do work in Southern and Central Maine we have 16 employees and do everything from changing a light bulb up to $500,000. electrical contracts.
"Did nothing!!!"
Z T on September 2022
We are a Electrical Contractor located in Portland Maine we do work in Southern and Central Maine we have 16 employees and do everything from changing a light bulb up to $500,000. electrical contracts.
"Did nothing!!!"
Z T on September 2022
Chandelier installation requires between one and four hours based on project complexity. Simple fixture replacements with existing wiring and adequate support might finish within an hour, while installations requiring new wiring or structural reinforcement could extend beyond half a day.
Installations in challenging locations like high ceilings or stairwells take longer to complete safely. Your electrician should provide a time estimate after evaluating your specific installation requirements.
Professional electrician installation is highly recommended for chandelier projects. Qualified electricians ensure proper electrical connections, verify structural support adequacy, and maintain compliance with building codes. While replacing a simple fixture might seem straightforward, improper installation can create safety hazards and potentially void insurance coverage. Professional installation includes comprehensive services like fixture testing, workspace cleanup, and proper disposal of packaging or old fixtures.
When determining chandelier placement, consider practical clearance requirements—30 to 36 inches above tables and seven feet above floor surfaces. Evaluate your ceiling's structural capacity, access to existing wiring, and the visual proportion between your fixture and the surrounding space.
Consider lighting functionality, as chandeliers provide ambient rather than task-specific illumination. For dining areas, select fixtures approximately one-half to two-thirds of the table width. Remember that installation costs increase significantly for stairwells or elevated spaces.
To assess your ceiling's weight-bearing capacity, examine your current electrical box type and mounting system. According to manufacturer specifications, weight capacities vary significantly between standard and reinforced mounting systems.
Chandeliers exceeding standard weight limits require specialized mounting hardware and possibly structural reinforcement. When uncertain, consult a licensed electrician who can evaluate your ceiling structure, identify joist positions, recommend appropriate reinforcement methods, and ensure your installation meets both electrical and structural safety requirements.