Welcome to Proper Electrical Services! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!
Welcome to Proper Electrical Services! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!
Need fast electrical repairs or installations in your home? Get in touch with Winn Electric Contracting Inc. for professional residential electrical services. With over 39 years of experience, our expert electricians are also equipped to handle your commercial electrical needs. From lighting and TV installation to electric car chargers, there's no job too small for our team. Contact us today for a FREE estimate on your electrical needs! Voted Baltimore's best electrical contractor in Baltimore Magazine 7 times. www.winnelectric.com 410-484-5544
"Arnold did a great job and was quick"
Kassie S on May 2025
Need fast electrical repairs or installations in your home? Get in touch with Winn Electric Contracting Inc. for professional residential electrical services. With over 39 years of experience, our expert electricians are also equipped to handle your commercial electrical needs. From lighting and TV installation to electric car chargers, there's no job too small for our team. Contact us today for a FREE estimate on your electrical needs! Voted Baltimore's best electrical contractor in Baltimore Magazine 7 times. www.winnelectric.com 410-484-5544
"Arnold did a great job and was quick"
Kassie S on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Alex did an excellent diagnosis of a recurring loss of power to a shed in the backyard and planned and presented an affordable plan. Him and his brother Michael worked hard for several hours and completed a two day job in a day."
Norman R on June 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Alex did an excellent diagnosis of a recurring loss of power to a shed in the backyard and planned and presented an affordable plan. Him and his brother Michael worked hard for several hours and completed a two day job in a day."
Norman R on June 2025
Horizon Services (MD), LLC, is the regions largest and most well respected plumbing, heating and air conditioning company, with nearly 600 employees serving tens of thousands of homeowners throughout Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey and Northeastern Maryland. After a quarter of a century in business, Horizon Services (MD), LLC, remains fully committed to setting the industry standard for customer service, installation and focusing on things that are important to busy homeowners.
Horizon Services (MD), LLC, is the regions largest and most well respected plumbing, heating and air conditioning company, with nearly 600 employees serving tens of thousands of homeowners throughout Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey and Northeastern Maryland. After a quarter of a century in business, Horizon Services (MD), LLC, remains fully committed to setting the industry standard for customer service, installation and focusing on things that are important to busy homeowners.
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! Dealers For Cummins and Generac Generator we service all brands. 410-667-0004
"Didn't give full 5 stars due to not responding when contact due to problem persisted."
William T on June 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! Dealers For Cummins and Generac Generator we service all brands. 410-667-0004
"Didn't give full 5 stars due to not responding when contact due to problem persisted."
William T on June 2025
At Tim Kyle Electric, Heating & Cooling, we believe that honesty, respect, and integrity are important. That’s why we have up-front pricing. You approve the price before we start your job. We also respect your home. All of our employees have to pass drug tests and background checks before they begin employment with us. All of our electricians are professionally trained and uniformed service technicians.
"Josh did a great job assessing our older carrier heat pump. he was honest and laid out the expenses of replacing the old heat pump fan and the other parts needed."
John F on March 2025
At Tim Kyle Electric, Heating & Cooling, we believe that honesty, respect, and integrity are important. That’s why we have up-front pricing. You approve the price before we start your job. We also respect your home. All of our employees have to pass drug tests and background checks before they begin employment with us. All of our electricians are professionally trained and uniformed service technicians.
"Josh did a great job assessing our older carrier heat pump. he was honest and laid out the expenses of replacing the old heat pump fan and the other parts needed."
John F on March 2025
Mr. Electric is a global franchise organization that provides electrical installation and repair services for residential and commercial customers. Founded in 1994, Mr. Electric has nearly 200 locations worldwide and is a subsidiary of the Neighborly family of service franchises.
"Swift, professional, and the outlets work safely. All I needed."
ayo a on May 2025
Mr. Electric is a global franchise organization that provides electrical installation and repair services for residential and commercial customers. Founded in 1994, Mr. Electric has nearly 200 locations worldwide and is a subsidiary of the Neighborly family of service franchises.
"Swift, professional, and the outlets work safely. All I needed."
ayo a on May 2025
At Benfield Electric we know that everyone needs a friend who's an electrician. That's why, for over 50 years Benfield Electric has been the go-to choice for commercial builders, home builders, property managers, and homeowners. Founded in 1968, Benfield Electric employs a staff of more than 200 employees who work on projects throughout Maryland, southern Delaware, and southeast Pennsylvania. From the smallest home improvement or repair project to the largest multi-family or mixed-use project, Benfield Electric gets the job done right - the first time and on time. Call us today at 410-879-1485.
"Excellent, called ahead and arrived on time, reviewed requirements and explained necessary repairs, friendly and professional at all time, completed work in a timely manner, explained final repairs, and payment process. Generally cared about protecting our flooring as they were moving throughout the house and maintained COVID-19 masking requirements. Will hire them again and recommend them to friends and family"
David R on March 2021
At Benfield Electric we know that everyone needs a friend who's an electrician. That's why, for over 50 years Benfield Electric has been the go-to choice for commercial builders, home builders, property managers, and homeowners. Founded in 1968, Benfield Electric employs a staff of more than 200 employees who work on projects throughout Maryland, southern Delaware, and southeast Pennsylvania. From the smallest home improvement or repair project to the largest multi-family or mixed-use project, Benfield Electric gets the job done right - the first time and on time. Call us today at 410-879-1485.
"Excellent, called ahead and arrived on time, reviewed requirements and explained necessary repairs, friendly and professional at all time, completed work in a timely manner, explained final repairs, and payment process. Generally cared about protecting our flooring as they were moving throughout the house and maintained COVID-19 masking requirements. Will hire them again and recommend them to friends and family"
David R on March 2021
Since 1969, our family owned and operated company has proudly operated out of Timonium-Lutherville and provided the highest quality electrical services. Our electricians have built a solid reputation in the Greater Baltimore region based on a commitment to service and quality work. All of the work we do comes with an upfront quote and 100% guaranteed satisfaction. Clinton Electric delivers prompt and reliable electrical repair and installation services to our community. Available to handle the needs of residential and commercial property owners throughout Baltimore City, Baltimore, Harford, Anne Arundel and Howard counties, you can count on our professionally trained, experienced team to handle your electrical job with the highest level of excellence.
"Job was done right and efficiently. I purchased their membership for ~$13 a month (1yr commitment) b/c we has just bought a new house and it brought the cost down. Subtracting 1 star b/c with the membership I was sold, I was supposed to receive a free house check, which didn’t happen. Electrician just installed the station and was ready to go. I’ve guy though, and did good work."
Candis M on January 2025
Since 1969, our family owned and operated company has proudly operated out of Timonium-Lutherville and provided the highest quality electrical services. Our electricians have built a solid reputation in the Greater Baltimore region based on a commitment to service and quality work. All of the work we do comes with an upfront quote and 100% guaranteed satisfaction. Clinton Electric delivers prompt and reliable electrical repair and installation services to our community. Available to handle the needs of residential and commercial property owners throughout Baltimore City, Baltimore, Harford, Anne Arundel and Howard counties, you can count on our professionally trained, experienced team to handle your electrical job with the highest level of excellence.
"Job was done right and efficiently. I purchased their membership for ~$13 a month (1yr commitment) b/c we has just bought a new house and it brought the cost down. Subtracting 1 star b/c with the membership I was sold, I was supposed to receive a free house check, which didn’t happen. Electrician just installed the station and was ready to go. I’ve guy though, and did good work."
Candis M on January 2025
Calvary Electric LLC is a family owned, locally operated business specializing in commercial and residential electrical service and new construction. We serve our clients well with strong values in integrity, good character and hard work. If you desire quality workmanship and a job done right the first time, then Calvary is the contractor for you.
"Great crew. Responded quickly and professionally. Was able to circumvent some issues with my initial wants and come up with a better layout for the project. Just what was needed and complete in record time. Great pricing as well for the detailed work performed."
David L on October 2024
Calvary Electric LLC is a family owned, locally operated business specializing in commercial and residential electrical service and new construction. We serve our clients well with strong values in integrity, good character and hard work. If you desire quality workmanship and a job done right the first time, then Calvary is the contractor for you.
"Great crew. Responded quickly and professionally. Was able to circumvent some issues with my initial wants and come up with a better layout for the project. Just what was needed and complete in record time. Great pricing as well for the detailed work performed."
David L on October 2024
Warning signs include outlets that no longer grip plugs securely, visible damage to the faceplate, unusual warmth, or discoloration around the outlet. If you notice sparking when plugging in devices, breakers that trip when the outlet is used, or detect burning smells, these indicate potentially serious problems requiring immediate professional attention.
A straightforward outlet replacement takes a qualified electrician about 30 minutes or less. However, if the outlet has significant damage or the electrician needs to diagnose underlying electrical issues, the repair might extend to a couple of hours. The timeline depends on the complexity of the problem, accessibility of the outlet, and whether additional electrical work is needed.
While simple outlet replacement is technically possible for homeowners with basic electrical knowledge, safety concerns make professional installation advisable. If attempting DIY repairs, you must properly shut off power at the breaker box and verify the circuit is dead using a voltage tester. Complex issues involving circuit problems or specialized outlets should always be handled by licensed professionals to ensure safety and code compliance.
There's no set replacement schedule for electrical outlets in good condition. Instead, replace outlets when you notice signs of damage, loose connections, or functionality problems. Outlets in older homes may need updating to meet current safety codes, especially if they lack proper grounding or are located in areas now requiring GFCI protection, such as kitchens and bathrooms.
GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlets contain specialized safety technology that monitors electrical current and quickly cuts power when imbalances are detected. These complex internal components make them more expensive than standard outlets. Additionally, they must be installed in specific locations to meet electrical code requirements, often requiring specialized installation techniques that increase labor costs.
Request verification of proper licensing and insurance coverage. Ask about their experience with similar repairs and their process for diagnosing electrical problems. Request a written estimate detailing parts, labor, and any potential additional costs. Inquire about warranties on their work and the expected completion timeframe. Also, ask if they'll inspect the circuit associated with the problematic outlet to identify any related issues.