We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
Rebecca's Services is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations.
"Joe from Rebeccaâ s Handyman Services was able to come out the same day I called about removing old, cracking caulk around my garage door. Price was very reasonable and he did a great job, and made sure to clean up the area afterwards. Iâ ll be using him again for other â honey-doâ items in the near future."
Shirley R on August 2022
Rebecca's Services is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations.
"Joe from Rebeccaâ s Handyman Services was able to come out the same day I called about removing old, cracking caulk around my garage door. Price was very reasonable and he did a great job, and made sure to clean up the area afterwards. Iâ ll be using him again for other â honey-doâ items in the near future."
Shirley R on August 2022
Veteran-owned small business dedicated to your specific needs. With our diverse and in depth qualifications and knowledge, we are the solution to all of your electrical needs. Utilizing state-of-the-art infrared technology, we can diagnose and resolve issues faster and more efficiently. Give us a call and experience professional service with modern solutions today! Serving Waterloo, Columbia, Valmeyer, Maeystown, Red Bud, and Millstadt. Areas further than 20 miles outside of Waterloo, or across the river, will have additional travel fees.
"Jacob installed new breakers, wiring, and outlets in our unfinished basement. He was professional and personable throughout the process - from initial contact to finished product. He completed the project in a timely manner and at a reasonable price, and he was responsive throughout the experience. If we have any future electrical needs, we will be calling Jacob."
Chris M on October 2023
Veteran-owned small business dedicated to your specific needs. With our diverse and in depth qualifications and knowledge, we are the solution to all of your electrical needs. Utilizing state-of-the-art infrared technology, we can diagnose and resolve issues faster and more efficiently. Give us a call and experience professional service with modern solutions today! Serving Waterloo, Columbia, Valmeyer, Maeystown, Red Bud, and Millstadt. Areas further than 20 miles outside of Waterloo, or across the river, will have additional travel fees.
"Jacob installed new breakers, wiring, and outlets in our unfinished basement. He was professional and personable throughout the process - from initial contact to finished product. He completed the project in a timely manner and at a reasonable price, and he was responsive throughout the experience. If we have any future electrical needs, we will be calling Jacob."
Chris M on October 2023
Mr. Electric has the power to make things better at your home in the St. Louis & St. Charles metro-areas. Embrace the ease of call-ahead scheduling with Mr. Electric's 24/7 customer service. Our skilled service professionals prioritize quality, respect your home, and provide transparent upfront pricing for peace of mind. All backed by our done right promise.
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Dalton M on November 2024
Mr. Electric has the power to make things better at your home in the St. Louis & St. Charles metro-areas. Embrace the ease of call-ahead scheduling with Mr. Electric's 24/7 customer service. Our skilled service professionals prioritize quality, respect your home, and provide transparent upfront pricing for peace of mind. All backed by our done right promise.
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Dalton M on November 2024
Were a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. 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 guaranteeing your satisfaction!
"Very happy with the work. Eric was always up front with what he intended to do, always showed up when he said he would, no hidden prices, and completed the work in a reasonable amount of time. I've recommended him to several friends and will definitely use him again if I have future electrical needs."
Eric S on May 2025
Were a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. 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 guaranteeing your satisfaction!
"Very happy with the work. Eric was always up front with what he intended to do, always showed up when he said he would, no hidden prices, and completed the work in a reasonable amount of time. I've recommended him to several friends and will definitely use him again if I have future electrical needs."
Eric S on May 2025
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Handy Woman Service strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.
"My experience was great. I explained to the worker what I needed done. The two projects were completed in a hour. Iâ m sure Iâ ll be calling on this company again."
Walter P on June 2022
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Handy Woman Service strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.
"My experience was great. I explained to the worker what I needed done. The two projects were completed in a hour. Iâ m sure Iâ ll be calling on this company again."
Walter P on June 2022
Cudgel Maintenance Services provides professional and dependable handyman and maintenance solutions for residential properties. Our experienced team handles everything from minor repairs to routine upkeep, ensuring your home stays in top condition. We specialize in general maintenance, plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, and water remediation. With a commitment to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction, we complete every job efficiently and with attention to detail. Whether you need a quick fix or ongoing maintenance, Cudgel Maintenance Services is here to help. Contact us today for reliable service you can trust!
"Excellent work done by this company. Done right the first time. Thank you very much"
Elizabeth L on April 2025
Cudgel Maintenance Services provides professional and dependable handyman and maintenance solutions for residential properties. Our experienced team handles everything from minor repairs to routine upkeep, ensuring your home stays in top condition. We specialize in general maintenance, plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, and water remediation. With a commitment to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction, we complete every job efficiently and with attention to detail. Whether you need a quick fix or ongoing maintenance, Cudgel Maintenance Services is here to help. Contact us today for reliable service you can trust!
"Excellent work done by this company. Done right the first time. Thank you very much"
Elizabeth L on April 2025
With over 15 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!
"Boyd Electric did a great job redoing the wiring in an old University City 4-family. Knob and tube removed. New wiring throughout. "
Ted W on May 2025
With over 15 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!
"Boyd Electric did a great job redoing the wiring in an old University City 4-family. Knob and tube removed. New wiring throughout. "
Ted W on May 2025
Fully licensed, bonded, and insured, Wired Electric's expert team can handle any job from small service calls to custom new-build homes - and everything in between. Allow us to show you why we should be your preferred electricians for panel/service upgrades, electric vehicle chargers, and any other electrical project to enhance your home's safety and energy efficiency. It would be our pleasure to serve you!
"Very pleased with their work. Professional, honest and ethical people. I would get any of my electrical work done by them. I have already told my friends and family about them."
Devika N on September 2020
Fully licensed, bonded, and insured, Wired Electric's expert team can handle any job from small service calls to custom new-build homes - and everything in between. Allow us to show you why we should be your preferred electricians for panel/service upgrades, electric vehicle chargers, and any other electrical project to enhance your home's safety and energy efficiency. It would be our pleasure to serve you!
"Very pleased with their work. Professional, honest and ethical people. I would get any of my electrical work done by them. I have already told my friends and family about them."
Devika N on September 2020
We offer a variety of handyman services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"The job was done very well."
Ron B on May 2025
We offer a variety of handyman services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"The job was done very well."
Ron B on May 2025
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.