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Marsh River Electrical LLC
5.0(
56
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marsh River traveled over an hour to come out to my house to redo my electrical from the panel to the pole, put the wires underground (because they were not before) put a new electrical box and meter on the pole. Did a great job and knew exactly what they were doing! Just a side note: I thought the reason the outlets on the back wall of my room didn’t work was because of mice eating our wires. Whoever did the electric before must not have done it correctly because the outlets are now working!"
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Payne Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.9(
70
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mike was super responsive and very helpful when picking out a new thermostat for our heated floor. The two electricians that came to the house to install the thermostat and a new chandelier were prompt, courteous, and great to work with. We will definitely be recommending Payne Electric to others and look forward to working with them again."
Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
RGS Electric, Inc.
4.8(
108
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"First, at the beginning of the summer season in a tourist town, they were able to fit me in two business days from my call. The issue was complex and after a lot of diagnostics, they determined that a wire had to be installed from the outlet to the ceiling light, replacing one that had failed. I imagined a mess and that I'd have to spend time patching and painting. 30 minutes later, I had a new wire, new box in my ceiling (which actually supported the modern light fixture, and they had cleaned up and put everything back. They found a novel way to get into the ceiling (behind a vent hood) so that you'd never know they were there. My second time with RGS and a second win - reasonable pricing, fast, efficient, and informative."
Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Merrymeeting Electrical Service
4.9(
48
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: True professional

"Mike installed a ceiling fan and replaced 6 switches. He did a great job in a timely manner. The price was considerably lower than I anticipated. I have already hired him for another job."
Merrymeeting Electrical
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Solid Ground Electrical Inc.
5.0(
12
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Service was 10/10. Prompt, professional, and the work that was performed exceeded my expectations. I will continue to hire Lyndon and Isaac for all of my electrical needs and I refer them to friends and family often."
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ox Electric, LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Could not recommend Mike at Ox Electric more highly. He was so professional and delightful to work with. He will be our new go-to electrician! Thrilled to have found him!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical switches, outlets & fixtures install or repair projects in Portland, ME

To select and hire an electrician for your light switch installation, start by evaluating candidates as you would for any skilled position. Ask detailed questions, request a written quote, and verify their licensing credentials. This careful screening prevents unexpected fees and ensures every aspect of the installation, including any drywall repairs, complies with code.

A light switch can malfunction due to compromised wiring or overheating conditions. Faulty connections and excess heat diminish the switch’s performance. If you hear crackling, popping, or hissing sounds when toggling the switch, this indicates active electrical faults that pose a safety hazard and demand immediate professional inspection. Prompt attention prevents further damage and ensures reliable operation.

Installing a light switch takes 30 minutes or less, on average. The installation time depends on the switch type, with dimmer switches requiring additional time compared to standard on-off switches. While the hardware replacement might be completed in 15 minutes, it's essential to adhere to safety protocols, like turning off the circuit breaker and verifying there's no power, for a safe and code-compliant installation.

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