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Best Dressed Electric
5.0(
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Serving Whippany, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently had Best Dressed Electric replace my doorbell chime and fix some lighting issues in my home, and I’m extremely satisfied with the service. They were prompt, courteous, and efficiently resolved both issues. The doorbell chime works perfectly now, and the lighting is brighter than ever. I highly recommend them for their excellent workmanship and professionalism. Thank you for your excellent work!"
Electrical Project
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Home Automation Project
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Wall box

+33

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RAP Electric Co., Inc.
4.9(
125
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Serving Whippany, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company RAP Electric Co.is the most honest service co.I 've ever dealt with in my life!The owner Roy fixed the electric problem I had in my house,great person to have work done if you have electric problems!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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B-Tec Electric Co LLC
5.0(
159
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Serving Whippany, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They called and setup prompt service, showed up on time, identified and fixed burnt outlet in about an hour. Fair price, great service, will definitely recommend them for electrical work."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
APOLLO ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS LLC
5.0(
40
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Serving Whippany, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mike did and excellent job serving our new home. We had no previous home experience and he was was very knowledgeable about installing my new Nest thermostats. Days after there was a problem with the thermostats not really working for our home, he came by as an emergency job to get us back our heat which I know most people wouldnt drop what they're doing to go do. He went above and beyond to ensure our home was well heated his assistant Tony was also great as well. I highly recommend and we plan to hire them again in the future for any electrical work that is needed."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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DLP Electric
5.0(
233
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Serving Whippany, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"An outlet overheated a couple of nights ago and shorted another outlet with it. After hearing a pop and a burning smell, I knew I would need an electrician, so I reached out to DLP Electric since they're not too far from where I live and received a response from Don within 20 minutes. We scheduled a time to him and his teammate to come the very next morning. Communication was great and he and his teammate arrived on time. The consultation was free and the work was very reasonably priced. I also really appreciate that they made themselves available to come out before another job that morning. And both of them were incredibly friendly and safe, wearing masks while doing the repair. Both shorted outlets were diagnosed and repaired in roughly 30 minutes. Amazing! I'll definitely be calling him again for more electrical work in the future. Thank you so much again Don!"
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+35

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Hank's Electrical Contracting LLC
5.0(
37
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Serving Whippany, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Iâ ve been working with Henry for a few years now. He replaced and upgraded my electrical panel, installed lighting outside my home, and installed lights in my basement. He is really experienced and very easy to work with. Since I donâ t know much about the technicalities of the work, he took the time to explain to me what heâ s going to do, how and by when. He always goes above and beyond to meet the timelines he set at the onset of the project and the quality of his work is outstanding."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
71 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Guardian Electric, LLC
4.9(
37
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Serving Whippany, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great guys I highly recommend them good prices and I had a problem with one of the lights they installed outside and they came out and fixed it with no problem"
Electric Rough-In
New Ceiling Fan Installation
New Service Hook-Up
New Kitchen Renovation
New Switchboard Installation

+44

Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical switches, outlets & fixtures install or repair projects in Whippany, NJ

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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