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Able Electrical Services Inc
4.9(
468
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everything about Able Electrical Services service was superb! I was in a jam, and Able Electrical Services came to the rescue. Both of the mechanics that assisted were excellent. Russell Ridgway was the primary mechanic and he was amazing! His work is superior and he exceeded my expectations every step of the way. For example, I needed electrical outlets to connect install a wet bar. He measured the wet bar and installed the outlets exactly where they were needed and ensured sufficient power was added to accommodate a kegerator and mini-frigs. I highly recommend Able Electrical Services and hope I never need to use any other electrician."
Kitchen Lighting
Modem Home
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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RaLo Enterprise LLC
4.7(
209
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John came in and hooked up the wires, added switches for the recessed lights in the kitchen. He even prewired for an island hood vent... another project of mine later down the road. He did the work quickly and cleaned up well. I would use them again for another electrical projects in the near future."
Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Duke's Electrical Services, Inc.
4.9(
309
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark kept us informed and showed up when he said he would. He installed about 2 dozen light fixtures, fixed a couple outlets, and added outlets all in the time it would have taken me to do just one. He was fast, efficient, and left no sign behind that he was even there. For any work in the Annapolis area, I would highly recommend him and will definitely call on him in the future for my electrical needs. He pricing was beyond fair for all of the work he did from the lights in the attic, garage, living room and crawl space."
Recess light install
Recess and fan install
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Chesapeake Electric
4.7(
75
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Chesapeake electrical just finished replacing an outlet on our 32 year old home. They also inspected the whole electrical system and offered options to upgrade our house to current standards. The technician, Brian, was very experienced and fixed our problem right away. Too many Christmas lights, too much recent rain and trying to charge an electric car on a 110 line! They came out the day after we called, the scheduler, Jackie, was very personable and determined to get this ordeal over for us. Our immediate problem was not too complicated but I can see down the road we may need more substantial electric repairs and we will be calling Chesapeake electrical for what we need. I recommend everything about their operation. Last comment and probably the most important comments moment, the cost was very reasonable. For someone who almost never uses an electrician, we are glad we found Chesapeake electrical. John and Jane, Ellicott City"
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11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Bailey & Shipp Electric
4.1(
82
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bailey Electric is the best electrical company that I have ever worked with. Everyone there is very respectful , professional , knowledgeable and willingness to help. These are reflections of the owner Personality and how they feel about their clients and staffing . Just good people all around. I own a Small Minority business in Maryland. They have support me more than anyone ever in my life. My business WOULD NOT be Successful without there help. All of my clients love them like I do. NO CALL BACK AFTER 3 YEARS THEY ARE FAMILY TO ME. BEST OF THE BEST I highly recommend them to everyone. UBU BAILEY ELECTRIC"
3 recessed lights
Single Recessed Light
Custom Bathroom Wiring
chandelier
Panel Replacement After

+8

Response time10 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
JOHN MAX ELECTRIC
5.0(
22
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dominic was great. He arrived right on time and started tracing a hard-to-find short. For over four hours he checked socket after socket, switch after switch, ultimately crawling through spaces I didn't know existed. He found the problem, a rodent-chewed wire that was a likely fire hazard. He corrected the problem with new junction boxes and updated the outdoor sockets. He demonstrated a level of knowledge, professionalism and determination that puts him at the top of my list of go-to electricians. I'll be asking him back soon to take care of some outdoor lights that need upgrading. I hope he won't be bored!"
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Wolf Electric LLC
5.0(
96
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hard wiring of a ring doorbell camera with no previous doorbell wiring present; added an outlet for additional appliance charging, and upgrade of surge protector to electrical panel."
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by2%of homeowners
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Fused Electric
5.0(
7
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Got to the site on time, very professional. Provided several options to install the EV charger, reasonable quote and complete the work quickly. Definitely recommend and would contact them again for other electrical work."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GAC Services
4.8(
291
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bruce from GAC did both the estimate and the work on my home. We had three ceiling light fixtures installed, a fan rewired, an outlet installed and ethernet run. They were extremely professional from start to finish and made the entire process smooth as can be. Would absolutely recommend GAC for electrical service."
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FAQs for electrical switches, outlets & fixtures install or repair projects in Shady Side, MD

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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