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Capital District Electric
4.9(
153
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Serving Troy, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Capital District Electric was the first place I happened to choose on here and I’m glad I did. Eric got back to me within a few hours and was able to come over the same day. He was polite and professional the entire time. He got right to work, explained the issue, got a new part, and installed it the same day. He moves fast and is focused on getting the job done. When he installed the new breaker, he even cleaned up a ground wire that we didn’t know was just hanging in the old box. I’m very happy with his work and will definitely use him in the future."
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Response time6 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Jeff Moore Electrical Contracting
4.6(
70
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Serving Troy, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff installed four security lighting fixtures for me. He had to do a little extra on one as the sensor was bad. He arrived on time and completed the work in a very timely manner. His work as high quality and his bill was more than reasonable for the time spent. He is preparing another estimate for running wiring out to my shed."
Truck
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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CHIEF ELECTRIC LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Troy, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job installing our 120V outdoor generator outlet! The weatherproof box is securely mounted, ran the conduit neatly, and clearly labelled for emergency use. I truly appreciate the quick turnaround time and how efficient you got everything set up and tested. Highly recommend for any fast reliable electrical work!"
CHIEF ELECTRIC LLC
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Koletas Electric
4.9(
54
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Serving Troy, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"George came to look at my electrical issue the same day i called. He looked it over, showed me what was wrong and what he needed to do to fix it. He came back two days later and took a decades old, unsafe cobbed up mess and restored it to a safe installation that looks good and works great! Pleased beyond words for the work he did for me!!"
Attic Sub-panel
Rough in
Panel Upgrade
Conduit
Panel update

+34

Response time3 days
Response rate93%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dig Dug Electric LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving Troy, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Frank did an excellent job installing our new light fixtures by the front door! He arrived right on time, was professional and courteous throughout the entire process, and made sure everything was installed safely and neatly. The new lights look great, thank you!"
New Addition Wiring
2' Retaining Wall
Building Permit
Residential Wiring
Residential Wiring

+5

Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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UPSTATES FINEST ELECTRIC
4.5(
30
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Serving Troy, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent work. Upstate has a team who know what to do. From the time they came to look at the job to the finish was 2 hours. That included purchasing the lights and the wiring and switches for the job."
Licensed master electrician
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Full service upgrade
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+3

Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Guzewski Landscapes
4.8(
42
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Serving Troy, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This was an older home installation, with all the usual complications that come when it isn't original to the home. He was fully prepared, came when he said he would, and we are pleased. He also replaced a garage door, again keeping his word on time and completion. Definitely a man of integrity."
3D design
Bare walls
Framing
Beverage Cooler support
Bar Area

+46

Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ZW Mason Electric, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Troy, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Zach installed a new electrical outlet for our dryer. He took the time to explain what he was going to do and had the work done within 2 days of giving the estimate. I would use him again for any electric work."
ZW Mason
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FAQs for electrical switches, outlets & fixtures install or repair projects in Troy, NY

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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