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Starlight Electric
5.0(
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Serving Watkins, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh installed the electrical for my finished basement project in my older home. He was very friendly and made it easy to ask questions. He made recommendations on lighting and outlet placement that reflected my needs, as well as updating out of date wiring. I will be using him again!"
Living room lighting
Kitchen lighting
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Starlight Electric LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Watkins, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh did an exceptional job when coming to my house to repair some fixtures. Not only did he do it with complete professionalism, he went above and beyond offering guidance, tips, and educated our family about the safety aspect as well. He did all of this with a smile on his face. He even educated my son on being an electrician, and now he wants to he just like Josh helping and serving people. Starlight Electric LLC is welcome to our home anytime! I will recommend to anyone. Thanks again, Josh!"
Kitchen Lighting project
Response time4 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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CADY HANDYMAN SERVICES
4.2(
342
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Serving Watkins, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Emailed company for an estimate to repair or replace some interior doors. Got a prompt reply and set up a time for the appointment. The owner assessed the job and told us that repair was all that was needed, not replacement. He also gave us some insight into a future job that we are considering and could consider the company for. The repairs were able to be scheduled within a week and the job was well done. Only snag was a little mix up in the time that the job was to start, but this was very minor. Overall we are very happy with the experience. We very much appreciate the experience level of the people we dealt with (Jim and Tom). 
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Cameron
4.3(
2,055
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Serving Watkins, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company has treated me well, especially Mike Museus, who worked over a year (last summer and this spring) to find out why there was a fluid leak in my new AC unit. The leak didn't affect the cooling of my home so I wasn't concerned, but Mike was persistent, even to returning finally with an "expert" to help diagnose the problem. What they found was that the A-coil above the furnace was full of tiny pinholes. On the day this was to be replaced, Steve came before 9 a.m. to remove the defective A-Coil and install the new one. He worked on it all day, without lunch or a break, leaving shortly after 5 p.m. There was no charge, as it was still under warranty. With all that, he still took the time to explain to me why the replacement was so important: that the defective A-Coil could eventually leak enough to damage the furnace below it. Because he was using solder, I believe, to install the new part, he turned on the ceiling fan in the adjacent room to mitigate the fumes. My only complaint is that a few of my vinyl floor tiles were damaged/discolored by the soldering process. That part of the flooring has had water damage before and is missing a few tiles so, after a day of hard work, he may have attributed the damage to work done before. It's not a big deal; I just wish he'd have said something. I have to hand it to Steve, though; he was working by himself, which frequently required him to leave the furnace area to check the outdoor AC unit, then rush back to the indoor work. I think it might have been a two-person job. At least, an assistant could have facilitated some of the work done."
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Garden Structures & More
4.6(
73
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Serving Watkins, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Once it began, construction was swift and precise.  The level of craftsmanship is exemplary!  When completed the fence was the final touch on years of gardening and landscaping.  It really ties all of the elements of our landscape together, not only physically but visually as well!  Great work!  We will readily hire Hal and his crew again for the next phase of our landscape improvements!
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+10

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical switches, outlets & fixtures install or repair projects in Watkins, MN

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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