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!
"Responsive and competent."
Carie T on March 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!
"Responsive and competent."
Carie T on March 2025
We specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, lighting, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
We specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, lighting, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
Hurricane Home Solutions is the premier provider of Home Standby Generators and Water Purification Systems in New York's Capitol Region. From our office in Colonie we're able to serve Albany and all the surrounding areas, including north up to Lake George and south into the Catskills. Our team of expert technicians offer premium brands like Cummins and Water Right for home owners looking to purchase home generators and water systems. Cummins provides one of the quietest units on the market, and their air cooled units also perform at lower temperatures than direct competitors.
Hurricane Home Solutions is the premier provider of Home Standby Generators and Water Purification Systems in New York's Capitol Region. From our office in Colonie we're able to serve Albany and all the surrounding areas, including north up to Lake George and south into the Catskills. Our team of expert technicians offer premium brands like Cummins and Water Right for home owners looking to purchase home generators and water systems. Cummins provides one of the quietest units on the market, and their air cooled units also perform at lower temperatures than direct competitors.
Welcome to A Squared Electric Inc. A family-owned and operated electrical company with over 20 years of experience. When choosing our company you can rest assured customer satisfaction and safety is our top priority. We have shops in Saratoga and Greene County NY covering the entire Capital Region.
"This contractor went above and beyond. He showed up within 12 hrs for an emergency job. The job was much harder than I explained it would be. He worked in a 2 ft crawl space and got the job done! Highly recommend."
Mark M on July 2024
Welcome to A Squared Electric Inc. A family-owned and operated electrical company with over 20 years of experience. When choosing our company you can rest assured customer satisfaction and safety is our top priority. We have shops in Saratoga and Greene County NY covering the entire Capital Region.
"This contractor went above and beyond. He showed up within 12 hrs for an emergency job. The job was much harder than I explained it would be. He worked in a 2 ft crawl space and got the job done! Highly recommend."
Mark M on July 2024
We offer sales, service, and installations of home theaters, 2 channel stereo systems, whole house audio/video distribution, and more. We are an authorized dealer for all brands we carry including Monitor Audio, PeachTree Audio, Sonos, Martin Logan, Sharp AQUOS LCD TV's, Marantz, Niles, and more. Please visit our website for all brands and more information about us.
We offer sales, service, and installations of home theaters, 2 channel stereo systems, whole house audio/video distribution, and more. We are an authorized dealer for all brands we carry including Monitor Audio, PeachTree Audio, Sonos, Martin Logan, Sharp AQUOS LCD TV's, Marantz, Niles, and more. Please visit our website for all brands and more information about us.
Complete residential and commercial building and remodeling services.
Complete residential and commercial building and remodeling services.
Sale and installations of Solar Air heating Systems - Only Qualified dealer in the USA for Cansolair Ra 240 Solar Max pool heating and solar generators sold and installed
Sale and installations of Solar Air heating Systems - Only Qualified dealer in the USA for Cansolair Ra 240 Solar Max pool heating and solar generators sold and installed
Refresh Computers has been servicing and selling computers and related equipment out of our Central Florida Super-Store since 2001. Both our computer business and our telephone business have the same motto -'Get the customer what they need or want at the least possible cost'. This has been a very successful way to run a business and we are proud to be here to help you. Our telephone Company, Refresh Telecom offers business-class cloud based telephone service nationwide using some of the best business features.
Refresh Computers has been servicing and selling computers and related equipment out of our Central Florida Super-Store since 2001. Both our computer business and our telephone business have the same motto -'Get the customer what they need or want at the least possible cost'. This has been a very successful way to run a business and we are proud to be here to help you. Our telephone Company, Refresh Telecom offers business-class cloud based telephone service nationwide using some of the best business features.
Offering handyman services, filling the gap between DIY and a general contractor. Give me a call if you need: Light fixture replacement, faucet replacement, replacing bad outlets or leaky valves, hanging pictures, tv's or shelving, hanging curtains and blinds, painting and patching, deck staining or repair, basic remodels, plank flooring installation, and much more. Long and short-term rental maintenance as well. Give me a chance to prove that I am trustworthy and reliable. Thank you!
Offering handyman services, filling the gap between DIY and a general contractor. Give me a call if you need: Light fixture replacement, faucet replacement, replacing bad outlets or leaky valves, hanging pictures, tv's or shelving, hanging curtains and blinds, painting and patching, deck staining or repair, basic remodels, plank flooring installation, and much more. Long and short-term rental maintenance as well. Give me a chance to prove that I am trustworthy and reliable. Thank you!
DirectBuy of Albany saves you more on over 1 million goods, fixtures and appliances for your home and family. Our members select from over 700 top brand names straight from manufacturers and their authorized suppliers.
DirectBuy of Albany saves you more on over 1 million goods, fixtures and appliances for your home and family. Our members select from over 700 top brand names straight from manufacturers and their authorized suppliers.
Chandelier installation requires between one and four hours based on project complexity. Simple fixture replacements with existing wiring and adequate support might finish within an hour, while installations requiring new wiring or structural reinforcement could extend beyond half a day.
Installations in challenging locations like high ceilings or stairwells take longer to complete safely. Your electrician should provide a time estimate after evaluating your specific installation requirements.
Professional electrician installation is highly recommended for chandelier projects. Qualified electricians ensure proper electrical connections, verify structural support adequacy, and maintain compliance with building codes. While replacing a simple fixture might seem straightforward, improper installation can create safety hazards and potentially void insurance coverage. Professional installation includes comprehensive services like fixture testing, workspace cleanup, and proper disposal of packaging or old fixtures.
When determining chandelier placement, consider practical clearance requirements—30 to 36 inches above tables and seven feet above floor surfaces. Evaluate your ceiling's structural capacity, access to existing wiring, and the visual proportion between your fixture and the surrounding space.
Consider lighting functionality, as chandeliers provide ambient rather than task-specific illumination. For dining areas, select fixtures approximately one-half to two-thirds of the table width. Remember that installation costs increase significantly for stairwells or elevated spaces.
To assess your ceiling's weight-bearing capacity, examine your current electrical box type and mounting system. According to manufacturer specifications, weight capacities vary significantly between standard and reinforced mounting systems.
Chandeliers exceeding standard weight limits require specialized mounting hardware and possibly structural reinforcement. When uncertain, consult a licensed electrician who can evaluate your ceiling structure, identify joist positions, recommend appropriate reinforcement methods, and ensure your installation meets both electrical and structural safety requirements.