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W B Lightning Rods
4.9(
297
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Serving Wallace, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"4th generation family business. Very knowledgable. Will come back in a year to check things out."
lightning protection
Residential LPS
lightning protection
Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods
5.0(
9
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Serving Wallace, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1964

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He was thorough and detailed. Inspected my whole unit and repaired everytnhing that needed to be. He corrected the mistaked that the other company made. Pleasant to be around. Called one day and he came the next and got it all done. Thanks"
Chimney rod and conductor cable
Front of home,system is barely noticeable
Hiding the cables best we can
Rear of home
Work trailer

+4

Response time1 day
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Touch Communications
5.0(
14
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Serving Wallace, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Aaron was very professional and did a great job. We would definitely reach out to him again for future needs."
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Jennings Lightning Protection
5.0(
1
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Serving Wallace, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great job on installing my lightning ⚡️ protection system great price and we could not be more satisfied with the system looks great thank u again Peter!!"
Response time9 hrs
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Phillip Keith Davis
5.0(
1
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Serving Wallace, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Pinnacle Electric Solutions LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. With 26 years of experience and licensed, 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.

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Helms Home Maintenance
5.0(
20
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Serving Wallace, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent efficient craftsman Ed is Would recommend Him highly. AND will definitely be my go to - when I need home maintenance!"
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Power Solutions
4.7(
13
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Serving Wallace, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am not ready to cut them loose but Power Solutions are very non-communicative. They come out kind of twice a year. Since I paid them my generator is working fine but I have not seen them here so I do not know what that means that they have not been here or not. I would not give them a top rating. This is really a tough thing to find a person to work on a generator. Most of them just do not respond to you. I had a company and I was letting them do it and after about 3 years they stopped doing it, they stopped contacting me and you know like forget about you and then five years later they call and still wants to do your generator like got to be kidding me. I do not think they communicate well. The job was good. The generator works, have not had any trouble with it. I think that they are confident. I probably really would not recommend them. I sort of resent the fact that I have to call them and chase them down."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Redwire Electric
5.0(
13
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Serving Wallace, NC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was blown away by the service provided by Redwire Electric. Gabe provided a great experience when quoting the job and explained exactly what they were going to do. On installation day, Gabe and his crew made a prompt arrival and got to work in no time. Once the job was complete, I couldn't be happier with the results of their attention to detail, knowledge and experience. Excellent service and great price. I would recommend to anyone, give Gabe a call today."
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FAQs for generator repair projects in Wallace, NC

There is often some confusion about the type of work these professionals do. They only work on electrical systems such as outlets, lighting fixtures and electrical panels – they aren’t appliance repairmen.

There are three types of electricians: Master, Journeyman and Apprentice. Electrical licensing varies quite a bit by state. Some have licenses for apprentices and some do not. Some have a master’s rank while others stop at journeyman. Despite the differences, they all require a minimum amount of experience and usually classroom time.

  • Apprentice electricians aren’t usually licensed and spend 4 years learning the trade. Throughout that time, they work on a wide range of projects to learn to become a Journeyman. They’ll do basic work like installing fixtures and replacing outlets all the way to assisting in wiring a home. Regardless of the type of project, they must always be supervised by a Journeyman or Master electrician.

  • Journeymen work without supervision. In a few states, this is the highest level available and they can do all levels of work from wiring a new home to installing a light. In some states, they need a separate electrical contractor license to run a business. In places with a master’s level, a journeyman can do all work besides design new electrical systems.

  • Master electricians usually manage a shop, design new electrical systems in new construction and oversee both Journeyman and Apprentices. They typically bid new projects. Though they focus on larger projects, it’s not unheard of for a homeowner to request a Master Electrician for a house call. If you do, expect to spend up to 25% more for the visit.

Generally, you don’t tip electricians, but that’s not to say they don’t appreciate it if you do. You can offer them something to drink or eat, like coffee and donuts. Most will appreciate it if you do.

The education and certifications required to become an electrician vary by state, though they generally follow this list:

  1. Apprentice

    • Does not always require a license depending on the state.

    • Learns on the job under Journeyman and Master Electricians.

    • Usually needs 4 years on-the-job training before they can test for a Journeyman license. Many states also require a technical degree to advance.

    • Always require supervision.

  2. Journeyman

    • Needs between 8,000 to 10,000 hours of on-the-job training and usually 500 to 1,000 hours of classroom experience.

    • Can usually supervise apprentices.

    • They can diagnose and repair electrical problems.

  3. Master

    • Achieved after an additional two years (4,000 hours) working as a Journeyman and taking the Master Electrician Exam.

    • Besides diagnosing and repairing electrical systems, they also design them. In most places they run shops and inspect Journeyman and Apprentice work.

    • Not a recognized rank in all states.

  4. Electrical Contractor License is an optional license in some states for a Master Electrician to run a business. Some states have this instead of the Master license.

Electricians make an average of $26 per hour but it ranges with experience and licensing. An apprentice may make about half that while a Master Electrician may hit closer to $40 per hour. This figure represents how much they make; not how much they bill. Their salary is only one component of their costs. They must also figure in overhead, taxes, equipment, insurance and several other expenses.

Leave electrical work to the professionals. Electrical systems are complex and potentially hazardous when not handled and installed correctly. If it were easy, it wouldn’t take 4 years to become a journeyman or 6 years for a master’s license. If you are determined to forge ahead yourself, understand home electrical safety before beginning any project.Even for simple common electrical projects, a licensed pro is best. Not only is it safer, but contractors guarantee and insure their work. Hire a professional to keep your home’s electrical systems functioning properly and safely.

Use our comprehensive electrician directory page to find local, licensed contractors. You can browse ratings, reviews and pricing of top professionals in your area. Sign up to receive quotes or let us match you to an electrician near you.

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