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Avatar for Surge Electrical, LLC

Surge Electrical, LLC

5.00(
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Surge Electrical, LLC

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
17 years of experience
Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.

"He was prompt, courteous, and thorough."

Walt s on August 2021

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.

"He was prompt, courteous, and thorough."

Walt s on August 2021


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Symmetric Electric LLC

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Symmetric Electric LLC

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

Licensed Electrical Contractor | 17+ Years Industry Experience | Capital Region, NY I'm Shaw, owner of Symmetric Electric, an electrical contracting company serving residential and commercial clients in New York's Capital Region. After 17 years of traveling and working on large-scale projects nationwide, I've established roots in upstate New York to provide localized electrical services while utilizing my extensive experience across diverse industries and project types. Having started my career through the Denver Joint Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program in 2008, I have since built a diverse portfolio spanning major projects across the United States. My work has taken me to Colorado, California, Oregon, Washington, Montana, Michigan, New York, Kansas, and Missouri. Along the way I have been honing my skills and been able to adapt to new environments and situations.

"Some Outlets were not working and the circuit breakers were working. Shawn was able to identify the problem and corrected it."

George U on November 2025

Licensed Electrical Contractor | 17+ Years Industry Experience | Capital Region, NY I'm Shaw, owner of Symmetric Electric, an electrical contracting company serving residential and commercial clients in New York's Capital Region. After 17 years of traveling and working on large-scale projects nationwide, I've established roots in upstate New York to provide localized electrical services while utilizing my extensive experience across diverse industries and project types. Having started my career through the Denver Joint Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program in 2008, I have since built a diverse portfolio spanning major projects across the United States. My work has taken me to Colorado, California, Oregon, Washington, Montana, Michigan, New York, Kansas, and Missouri. Along the way I have been honing my skills and been able to adapt to new environments and situations.

"Some Outlets were not working and the circuit breakers were working. Shawn was able to identify the problem and corrected it."

George U on November 2025


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Sam Millington Electric

5.00(
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Sam Millington Electric

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 local quotes requested

Sam Millington Electric is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are committed to customer service, which is why we take a hands on approach. When interacting with Sam Millington Electric, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"They are Honest Dependable and Professional. I have quality work done . I have Recommend Sam to other People already . Thank you. Joyce"

Joyce O on November 2023

Sam Millington Electric is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are committed to customer service, which is why we take a hands on approach. When interacting with Sam Millington Electric, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"They are Honest Dependable and Professional. I have quality work done . I have Recommend Sam to other People already . Thank you. Joyce"

Joyce O on November 2023


Columbus Electric & More LLC

5.00(
5
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Columbus Electric & More LLC

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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.

"Jonathan Colon, Master Electrician, was professional, prompt and knowledgeable. He assessed our problems, offered solutions and wasn’t pushy about our choices. Overall, we were very pleased and will use him again. And we will recommend him to all our friends."

Debra G on March 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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.

"Jonathan Colon, Master Electrician, was professional, prompt and knowledgeable. He assessed our problems, offered solutions and wasn’t pushy about our choices. Overall, we were very pleased and will use him again. And we will recommend him to all our friends."

Debra G on March 2024


Patterson Electric

5.00(
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Patterson Electric

5.00(
14
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 local quotes requested

We specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, lighting, panel upgrades, EV charging station, ceiling fans, and more. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. We offer 10% Military & 10% Senior Citizen discounts. Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Fantastically. He is very good at what he does and very prompt in getting back to me. I would use him for any electrical work!"

Pamela K on August 2025

We specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, lighting, panel upgrades, EV charging station, ceiling fans, and more. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. We offer 10% Military & 10% Senior Citizen discounts. Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Fantastically. He is very good at what he does and very prompt in getting back to me. I would use him for any electrical work!"

Pamela K on August 2025


Highline Quality Services

4.83(
3
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Highline Quality Services

4.83(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

We take great pride in our 3 years of 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.

"Hired Lewis to check out electrical in my older mobile home had to update panel box spent numerous hours here trying to troubleshoot electrical problems. Went over and above to try to solve the problem"

Sharon W on December 2024

We take great pride in our 3 years of 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.

"Hired Lewis to check out electrical in my older mobile home had to update panel box spent numerous hours here trying to troubleshoot electrical problems. Went over and above to try to solve the problem"

Sharon W on December 2024


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Power Unlimited

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Power Unlimited

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10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Master Electrician Licensed and Fully Insured. We offer over 35 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation, maintenance and repairs for all your electrical needs. We specialize in wiring and panel upgrades, installation of generators, EV charger, battery storage, home automation as well as home theater projects. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on & look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee our quality workmanship.

Master Electrician Licensed and Fully Insured. We offer over 35 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation, maintenance and repairs for all your electrical needs. We specialize in wiring and panel upgrades, installation of generators, EV charger, battery storage, home automation as well as home theater projects. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on & look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee our quality workmanship.


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Capital District Electric

4.94(
147
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Capital District Electric

4.94(
147
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
47 local quotes requested

Give Capital District Electric a call at (518) 573-1059 where no job is too big or too small. We do quality work, right the first time! Whenever you call Capital District Electric you will speak to a licensed electrician. Whenever you have us do your work it will be done by a licensed electrician not a helper or a electrician in training. We accept Checks, cash and all major credit cards. Additional email - capital.district.electrician@gmail.com.

"Great. Eric was on time. Finished the job in a timely manner . Cleaned up after himself."

Thomas S on August 2025

Give Capital District Electric a call at (518) 573-1059 where no job is too big or too small. We do quality work, right the first time! Whenever you call Capital District Electric you will speak to a licensed electrician. Whenever you have us do your work it will be done by a licensed electrician not a helper or a electrician in training. We accept Checks, cash and all major credit cards. Additional email - capital.district.electrician@gmail.com.

"Great. Eric was on time. Finished the job in a timely manner . Cleaned up after himself."

Thomas S on August 2025


Jesse Blodgett

4.97(
19
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Approved Pro

Jesse Blodgett

4.97(
19
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
46 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

Jesse Blodgett is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Jesse was knowledgeable, resourceful, and easy to work with. Recommended highly. He installed an EV home charging station."

EUGENE J on October 2025

Jesse Blodgett is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Jesse was knowledgeable, resourceful, and easy to work with. Recommended highly. He installed an EV home charging station."

EUGENE J on October 2025


Pro Angle General Contracting and Remodeling, LLC

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro

Pro Angle General Contracting and Remodeling, LLC

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"We have had them come out for various things over the last two-three years, everything from replacing windows and doors to plumbing and electric. We love this company! Rob is a dependable, caring and down to earth person, I am very glad to know him! He always puts me at ease, no matter what the issue is at hand. Prices are reasonable and transparent. And he gets back to you in a timely manner. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! "

Mandy R on October 2025

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"We have had them come out for various things over the last two-three years, everything from replacing windows and doors to plumbing and electric. We love this company! Rob is a dependable, caring and down to earth person, I am very glad to know him! He always puts me at ease, no matter what the issue is at hand. Prices are reasonable and transparent. And he gets back to you in a timely manner. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! "

Mandy R on October 2025

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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Schenectady, NY

Electrical wiring can last between 50 and 70 years if properly installed and maintained. However, factors like moisture damage and overloading outlets can shorten this lifespan. To extend your wiring's life, unplug electronics when not in use, avoid overloading outlets, and schedule regular electrical inspections every five to ten years.

If your house was built in the 1960s and hasn't been rewired, it likely needs it. Older homes may have outdated wiring like knob-and-tube, which poses fire risks due to flammable insulation. Rewiring ensures safety and may also require updating your circuit panel, outlets, switches, and fixtures. Contact a local electrician to help with your rewiring needs.

Yes, rewiring your house is worth it, especially if your wiring is outdated. It improves safety by reducing fire risks and can increase your property's value. However, you may not need a full rewire. A home inspector can tell you if a partial rewire will bring your home up to code.

Yes, you can sometimes rewire a house without removing walls. Electricians might access wiring through attics, basements, or crawl spaces, or make small holes to run new wires. However, this isn't always possible, and in some cases, removing sections of walls is necessary to ensure the wiring is installed safely and meets code.

A house should typically be rewired every 25 years to maintain safety. Over time, wiring deteriorates, increasing fire risks. Regular electrical inspections every five to ten years help assess the need for rewiring. Staying proactive with maintenance ensures a safe, efficient electrical system and prevents potential hazards before they become serious issues.

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