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Smart Electric, Heating & Air
4.9(
69
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Serving Oak Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent job! Very diligent, efficient, knowledgeable, customer service oriented. I'd hire Devon and Al again and recommend them highly to others."
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Brennan Electric
4.7(
340
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Serving Oak Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Both electricians/contractors were very professional and friendly. I showed them the room (aka a nursery with a vaulted ceiling) as well as the ceiling light replacement, and they immediately got to work. They finished in less than 30 minutes instead of the 1 hour I was told over the phone. They were honest and charged for half-hour."
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SeaTown Electric Heating and Air
4.6(
201
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Serving Oak Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I appreciated the super fast response and same-day quote and installation. Zack was my technician and he was great."
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+26

Response time1 day
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PILCHUCK ELECTRIC LLC
5.0(
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Serving Oak Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

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"Thomas was Very Professional and did an Excellent Job!! His wide knowledge and Experience were very impressive. Very Personable. He replaced the older Electrical Panel with new Upgraded One and ran power to 2 Sheds. The new Electrical Panel looks is “Work of Art”!! Job well done. I would definitely Recommend Him for any Electrical Work you have… "
Response time3 days
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Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Bayless Electric, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Oak Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ok here’s the story about Bayless Electric…. What’s not to love. From beginning to end Greg was the most knowledgeable electrician I’ve ever met. I’ve had his company on countless jobs for the last 20 years…I as well am a professional and I’ve seen plenty of “fly by night” companies, Bayless Electric is not one of those. They stand by you from start to well after the finish. If you need electrical work done you will absolutely not go wrong hiring them. "
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FAQs for generator repair projects in Oak Harbor, WA

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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