Hephaestus is your go-to service professionals for all residential and commercial areas. We provide services like Interior Painting, Cabinet Installation. Flooring Installation, Custom Closet Organization, and TV wall mount. We do it all and more! We have professional technicians that specialize in their fields so they can deliver the best craftsmanship and customer service to our clients! Contact us at Carlos@hephaestusrenovations.com or call us! Visit our site for more info.
"Carlos was extremely attentive to what I needed for my closets and provided great recommendations as we were brainstorming different solutions for how to customize for my new condo. He was prompt in all of our correspondences and transparent about the entire process. I have a couple of oddly designed closet doors that we had to work around; but when the drawers I was hoping for weren't available, Carlos said that he would custom build to what I wanted! We hit a speedbump with me catching covid, but Carlos was very supportive and still came through to complete 2 out of the 3 closets I contracted him for while I stayed at the far opposite end of the condo. I was so grateful for the enthusiasm, professionalism, and straight up care Carlos and his partner put into this project. And I am LOVING the work that's been done so far! Can't wait to get better so that we could start back up on the master bedroom closet!"
Kissa F on January 2021
Hephaestus is your go-to service professionals for all residential and commercial areas. We provide services like Interior Painting, Cabinet Installation. Flooring Installation, Custom Closet Organization, and TV wall mount. We do it all and more! We have professional technicians that specialize in their fields so they can deliver the best craftsmanship and customer service to our clients! Contact us at Carlos@hephaestusrenovations.com or call us! Visit our site for more info.
"Carlos was extremely attentive to what I needed for my closets and provided great recommendations as we were brainstorming different solutions for how to customize for my new condo. He was prompt in all of our correspondences and transparent about the entire process. I have a couple of oddly designed closet doors that we had to work around; but when the drawers I was hoping for weren't available, Carlos said that he would custom build to what I wanted! We hit a speedbump with me catching covid, but Carlos was very supportive and still came through to complete 2 out of the 3 closets I contracted him for while I stayed at the far opposite end of the condo. I was so grateful for the enthusiasm, professionalism, and straight up care Carlos and his partner put into this project. And I am LOVING the work that's been done so far! Can't wait to get better so that we could start back up on the master bedroom closet!"
Kissa F on January 2021
I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I have 5 years experience in this field. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!
"He is always on time and professional! He does excellent work!"
Keisha H on December 2021
I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I have 5 years experience in this field. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!
"He is always on time and professional! He does excellent work!"
Keisha H on December 2021
We are a full service electrical company. We are committed to serving our customers.There is no job that is too big or too small so please give us a call!
"Frank did a great job. Highly recommended!!!"
PAUL N on June 2024
We are a full service electrical company. We are committed to serving our customers.There is no job that is too big or too small so please give us a call!
"Frank did a great job. Highly recommended!!!"
PAUL N on June 2024
At Phillips Contracting 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!
At Phillips Contracting 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Call Me Electric, Inc., has been a family owned and operated business since 1985, focusing on the fundamentals of providing quality service at reasonable prices and currently based out of West Babylon, NY. Master Electrician and CEO Ralph Lambiase founded the company with the intention of powering homes across Long Island helping families renovate their home projects. Call Me Electric, Inc., is a full service electrical contractor serving all of Nassau and Suffolk counties. We are fully licensed and insured. Se habla español.
"I used Call Me Electric because they were highly reviewed on angie's list, and after using them their reviews are right on. they are amazing at what they do, and very prompt and professional. i had a light post installed outside, a light fixture installed at my front door and back door, electrical outlets repaired outside, light fixture installed in my office, and had my basement lights replaced with led lights. All the work was done just the way we wanted it. I want to think Ralph, John, Andrew, and Nick for being very professional and doing a great job. i highly recommend them for all your electric work and i will be using them in the future. thanks again."
Terrayl E on June 2021
Call Me Electric, Inc., has been a family owned and operated business since 1985, focusing on the fundamentals of providing quality service at reasonable prices and currently based out of West Babylon, NY. Master Electrician and CEO Ralph Lambiase founded the company with the intention of powering homes across Long Island helping families renovate their home projects. Call Me Electric, Inc., is a full service electrical contractor serving all of Nassau and Suffolk counties. We are fully licensed and insured. Se habla español.
"I used Call Me Electric because they were highly reviewed on angie's list, and after using them their reviews are right on. they are amazing at what they do, and very prompt and professional. i had a light post installed outside, a light fixture installed at my front door and back door, electrical outlets repaired outside, light fixture installed in my office, and had my basement lights replaced with led lights. All the work was done just the way we wanted it. I want to think Ralph, John, Andrew, and Nick for being very professional and doing a great job. i highly recommend them for all your electric work and i will be using them in the future. thanks again."
Terrayl E on June 2021
Herman Berger & Sons is a four generation licensed electrical contracting business established in 1930. We are licensed in both New York City and Long Island. We perform work both large and small, ranging from electrical service upgrades to changing those hard to reach light bulbs.
"Mike and Ben are the most professional electricians I have worked with. Responsible and timely. Very happy with their service"
Mike S on December 2023
Herman Berger & Sons is a four generation licensed electrical contracting business established in 1930. We are licensed in both New York City and Long Island. We perform work both large and small, ranging from electrical service upgrades to changing those hard to reach light bulbs.
"Mike and Ben are the most professional electricians I have worked with. Responsible and timely. Very happy with their service"
Mike S on December 2023
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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Alex is a young, efficient and neat worker. The quality of his job is excellent and clean. His charges are fairly reasonable. I would highly recommend his work"
Julian D on May 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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Alex is a young, efficient and neat worker. The quality of his job is excellent and clean. His charges are fairly reasonable. I would highly recommend his work"
Julian D on May 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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
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.