Looking for reliable, high-quality electrical work without the overpriced hassle of big companies? Look no further than Isaiah's General Service! Specializing in the installation and repair of electrical switches, outlets, and fixtures, Isaiah brings expert craftsmanship and personalized care to every project. Why pay more when you can have exceptional service at a fair price? Isaiahs General Service is your trusted partner for all your electrical needs. Experience the difference of working with a skilled technician who values your time, your home, and your budget. Contact Isaiah today and let us light the way to your next project!
"He was very professional, courteous, polite, etc."
Tracy F on February 2025
Looking for reliable, high-quality electrical work without the overpriced hassle of big companies? Look no further than Isaiah's General Service! Specializing in the installation and repair of electrical switches, outlets, and fixtures, Isaiah brings expert craftsmanship and personalized care to every project. Why pay more when you can have exceptional service at a fair price? Isaiahs General Service is your trusted partner for all your electrical needs. Experience the difference of working with a skilled technician who values your time, your home, and your budget. Contact Isaiah today and let us light the way to your next project!
"He was very professional, courteous, polite, etc."
Tracy F on February 2025
We take great pride in 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 the start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great pride 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.
"Justen was great to work with. He was knowledgeable, clean up nicely, and took the time to explain the work. He went above and beyond and was very friendly. I will definitely hire him again."
Anthony S on May 2025
We take great pride in 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 the start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great pride 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.
"Justen was great to work with. He was knowledgeable, clean up nicely, and took the time to explain the work. He went above and beyond and was very friendly. I will definitely hire him again."
Anthony S on May 2025
Barrington Electric is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals has over 12 years of hands-on experience, providing innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, with close attention to the details of each project we undertake. Please feel free to contact us today!!
"Arrived on time. Answered all my questions. Completed the job wonderfully. Left the house spotless"
Allyson M on May 2025
Barrington Electric is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals has over 12 years of hands-on experience, providing innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, with close attention to the details of each project we undertake. Please feel free to contact us today!!
"Arrived on time. Answered all my questions. Completed the job wonderfully. Left the house spotless"
Allyson M on May 2025
Elburn Electric has serviced Illinois for over 20 years. From faulty switches to breakers, wiring issues, emergency exit light installation and testing, outdoor lighting for your building, panel replacements, room additions, finishing a basement to a new electrical service. We can also upgrade your lighting from florescent to LED. LAN cabling for your network wiring needs, removing existing old phone cabling, fire alarm system installations, and other low voltage needs. Elburn Electric has knowledgeable professionals you can trust that can get the job done. They will always work with you to find the best solutions to fit your needs and ensure deadlines are met and costs are kept under control. The Elburn Electric staff thoroughly enjoys working with customers and is made up of experts that are highly trained. We can manage any problem, big or small, regardless of the difficulty of your requirements.
"Prompt, on time, quick and accurate diagnosis and fix. Nothing but good to say about my experience with Elburn. "
Steve B on May 2025
Elburn Electric has serviced Illinois for over 20 years. From faulty switches to breakers, wiring issues, emergency exit light installation and testing, outdoor lighting for your building, panel replacements, room additions, finishing a basement to a new electrical service. We can also upgrade your lighting from florescent to LED. LAN cabling for your network wiring needs, removing existing old phone cabling, fire alarm system installations, and other low voltage needs. Elburn Electric has knowledgeable professionals you can trust that can get the job done. They will always work with you to find the best solutions to fit your needs and ensure deadlines are met and costs are kept under control. The Elburn Electric staff thoroughly enjoys working with customers and is made up of experts that are highly trained. We can manage any problem, big or small, regardless of the difficulty of your requirements.
"Prompt, on time, quick and accurate diagnosis and fix. Nothing but good to say about my experience with Elburn. "
Steve B on May 2025
Apex Electrical provides installation and repair services for residential as well as commercial properties. At Apex Electrical, we leverage industry-leading tools to provide world-class service more efficiently. This approach allows us to pass savings onto our customers. We offer value-focused solutions tailored to meet our customers' needs. You will receive professional service from a qualified technician. Our team members are proficient in a comprehensive range of electrical services to cover your projects, big or small. Let us impress you today, receive quality work from people that are dedicated to bringing you value and knowledge with their work. Apex Electrical can provide you with information and solutions for your electrical needs.
"He solved the issues and educating me on a few things and I appreciate that."
Meredith R on May 2025
Apex Electrical provides installation and repair services for residential as well as commercial properties. At Apex Electrical, we leverage industry-leading tools to provide world-class service more efficiently. This approach allows us to pass savings onto our customers. We offer value-focused solutions tailored to meet our customers' needs. You will receive professional service from a qualified technician. Our team members are proficient in a comprehensive range of electrical services to cover your projects, big or small. Let us impress you today, receive quality work from people that are dedicated to bringing you value and knowledge with their work. Apex Electrical can provide you with information and solutions for your electrical needs.
"He solved the issues and educating me on a few things and I appreciate that."
Meredith R on May 2025
At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"did a good job"
Alicia J on May 2024
At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"did a good job"
Alicia J on May 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 the start to the 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.
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 the start to the 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.
Beckel 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 watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Matt Beckel was very prompt, professional, knowledgeable, and very cost wise. Will highly recommend to others and will have him complete another project for us asap! Thank you Matt!"
Daryl M on April 2025
Beckel 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 watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Matt Beckel was very prompt, professional, knowledgeable, and very cost wise. Will highly recommend to others and will have him complete another project for us asap! Thank you Matt!"
Daryl M on April 2025
We specialize in complete electrical services, change out fuse panel to breaker panel, electrcial service upgrades 100A to 200A, troubleshooting, remodeling electric, hot tub electric, pool and sauna electric, underground electric, 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!
"Great - everything works and he did an awesome job picking up the pieces from a initial shoddy installation from a DIY gone wrong."
Mike B on December 2023
We specialize in complete electrical services, change out fuse panel to breaker panel, electrcial service upgrades 100A to 200A, troubleshooting, remodeling electric, hot tub electric, pool and sauna electric, underground electric, 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!
"Great - everything works and he did an awesome job picking up the pieces from a initial shoddy installation from a DIY gone wrong."
Mike B on December 2023
We specialize in residential electrical remodeling with fully licensed and insured technicians. Be it an old home or new homes, we work on them all. We also perform free quotes, investigations/inspections, or even repairs if applicable. We upgrade/repair what was once old to new! Our aim is to bring your electrical vision to reality.
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Aki N on September 2024
We specialize in residential electrical remodeling with fully licensed and insured technicians. Be it an old home or new homes, we work on them all. We also perform free quotes, investigations/inspections, or even repairs if applicable. We upgrade/repair what was once old to new! Our aim is to bring your electrical vision to reality.
"Ben is icredible! Kind, curtius, knowledgable and a true professional of his work. Highly recommend"
Aki N on September 2024
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.