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SHC Contracting

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SHC Contracting

4.36(
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Customers say: Terrific value
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

SHC Contracting is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 15 years of hands on experience of engineering unique solutions to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. If you are handy and just not sure where to start, we also provide consulting services. Please feel free to contact us today! Call us directly for a faster response.

"He finished the roof but did not tell me about the error in his workmanship. He did not finish the whole work. Update 12/22/2021: He finished the roof and said he fixed the problem, he showed me how he was to complete the repairs and after it was complete the work was not done in the manner he said he would do it. A new problem was noticed with the shingles and they are overhanging on a peak of the roof and are not attached and will blow off with high winds. The second part of the job, to put two sides on the shed was not done properly, he is charging me to come out to fix it, which is ridiculous, that is why contractors put that in their estimates. He was going to come out on a Saturday but change to Friday since it was going to rain on Saturday, when he called me and by the time he arrived on the job site it would be dark, I told him I did not want him to work in the dark with a flashlight. he keeps giving me excuses on why he cannot come out on certain days for personal reasons. The job should have been completed in October, except for his constant excuses for not being able to come out. If the problems are not resolved by the end of the year I will escalate this by other means."

David W on November 2021

SHC Contracting is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 15 years of hands on experience of engineering unique solutions to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. If you are handy and just not sure where to start, we also provide consulting services. Please feel free to contact us today! Call us directly for a faster response.

"He finished the roof but did not tell me about the error in his workmanship. He did not finish the whole work. Update 12/22/2021: He finished the roof and said he fixed the problem, he showed me how he was to complete the repairs and after it was complete the work was not done in the manner he said he would do it. A new problem was noticed with the shingles and they are overhanging on a peak of the roof and are not attached and will blow off with high winds. The second part of the job, to put two sides on the shed was not done properly, he is charging me to come out to fix it, which is ridiculous, that is why contractors put that in their estimates. He was going to come out on a Saturday but change to Friday since it was going to rain on Saturday, when he called me and by the time he arrived on the job site it would be dark, I told him I did not want him to work in the dark with a flashlight. he keeps giving me excuses on why he cannot come out on certain days for personal reasons. The job should have been completed in October, except for his constant excuses for not being able to come out. If the problems are not resolved by the end of the year I will escalate this by other means."

David W on November 2021

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Daniel Pape Electrical Contractor

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Daniel Pape Electrical Contractor

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
34 years of experience

At Daniel Pape Electrical Contractor, 215-284-6428, I have been proudly serving Pennsylvania since 1991 and am fully dedicated to my customer�s satisfaction with their project at hand. No electrical project is too small or too big for me. From large commercial electrical installations to residential projects to make sure your home electrical system is functioning properly. Contact me today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. I look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"Dan was excellent to work with. Professional and competent, he visited our home to determine the cause of the problem and to also complete the installation in the early evening hours, after a long day of other work. He contacted us when he was going to be delayed and followed up when circumstances changed. The charge was very reasonable for the work that was involved. Dan will be our electrician for any projects going forward. We highly recommend him."

Deb R on June 2015

At Daniel Pape Electrical Contractor, 215-284-6428, I have been proudly serving Pennsylvania since 1991 and am fully dedicated to my customer�s satisfaction with their project at hand. No electrical project is too small or too big for me. From large commercial electrical installations to residential projects to make sure your home electrical system is functioning properly. Contact me today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. I look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"Dan was excellent to work with. Professional and competent, he visited our home to determine the cause of the problem and to also complete the installation in the early evening hours, after a long day of other work. He contacted us when he was going to be delayed and followed up when circumstances changed. The charge was very reasonable for the work that was involved. Dan will be our electrician for any projects going forward. We highly recommend him."

Deb R on June 2015

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Limelite Electrical Services LLC

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Limelite Electrical Services LLC

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7 years of experience
Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business and providing great customer satisfaction. Look us up on Facebook @limelite.electrical. Call us at 717- 682 - 4346

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business and providing great customer satisfaction. Look us up on Facebook @limelite.electrical. Call us at 717- 682 - 4346

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Jason Auch

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Jason Auch

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Customers say: Quick response
17 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

We take great pride 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. order to understand the needs, and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. Give Jason Auch a call today, we look forward to working with you! 610-235-7923

"Jason was fantastic!! A true professional and completed the work as discussed. We will definitely hire him again for future needs."

Vishal G on November 2025

We take great pride 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. order to understand the needs, and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. Give Jason Auch a call today, we look forward to working with you! 610-235-7923

"Jason was fantastic!! A true professional and completed the work as discussed. We will definitely hire him again for future needs."

Vishal G on November 2025

James Fox Electrical, LLC

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James Fox Electrical, LLC

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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

James Fox Electrical is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

James Fox Electrical is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

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All About Media

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All About Media

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

All About Media has been doing business since 2007. We take pride in customer service and look forward to working with you. Call today for a free estimate.

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James B on June 2019

All About Media has been doing business since 2007. We take pride in customer service and look forward to working with you. Call today for a free estimate.

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James B on June 2019

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Wire Wizard, LLC

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Wire Wizard, LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Hoover Electric is fantastic!!! Their work is top-notch - professional, courteous, prompt, and an excellent job."

Nancy D on October 2024

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Hoover Electric is fantastic!!! Their work is top-notch - professional, courteous, prompt, and an excellent job."

Nancy D on October 2024

Ollie's Electric & Home Improvement

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Ollie's Electric & Home Improvement

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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Holderman Homes, LLC

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Holderman Homes, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Bathroom and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"He did a great job and he is a great man. Easy to work with"

Doug W on September 2022

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Bathroom and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"He did a great job and he is a great man. Easy to work with"

Doug W on September 2022

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Adtell Integration

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Adtell Integration

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

Monday-Friday; 7am-5pm

"Professional installation with a quick response."

Sonny H on June 2020

Monday-Friday; 7am-5pm

"Professional installation with a quick response."

Sonny H on June 2020

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FAQs for generator repair projects in Reading, PA

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.

Use our comprehensive electrician directory page to find local, licensed contractors. You can browse ratings, reviews and pricing of top professionals in your area. Sign up to receive quotes or let us match you to an electrician near you.

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