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Avatar for Bretco Electric Company Inc
Bretco Electric Company Inc
4.8(
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Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Everything was great, and even a side-question about an outlet in the house was quickly figured out. Mike thought things through and established that the faulty outlet was going out on us because of an adjacent outlet. This is the kind of problem we've had in the past that often stymies electricians, but Mike knew how to work through the problem until he located the difficulty. That's what we call a top-notch electrician."
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+3

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Escarate Electric
4.8(
16
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Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I liked how the work turned out. They did a great job and there were no problems. I recommend giving them a call for any electrical problems you have!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate87%
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Vintage Electrical Services, LLC
4.8(
76
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Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are so glad that Steve Beatty was referred us for our project. He was absolutely the ideal person for the job and ensured all the electricty and fans for our new covered deck were installed perfectly. We really appreciated his expertise in helping us make decisions and of course his professionalism. We will call him again for all our electrical needs and have already referred him to a friend. "
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18KW Generator Install
200 Amp main breaker panel
Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FatBoy Electrical Service, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Nick was amazing. I walked him through the project and he immediately understood the assignment and went straight to work. Outlet was moved behind the display as requested and the plugs on my kitchen were fixed and work properly. Huge kudos to Nick. "
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+5

47 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Southern Accents Lighting and Electrical Contracting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Aaron and his Southern Accents team are absolutely outstanding! We needed a number of things repaired after a Duke power surge. They communicated very clearly about what needed to be done and got after it in a timely fashion. The quality of work was exceptional! Equally important, they were incredibly courteous throughout which made it very easy to have them in our home. We would recommend Aaron and Southern Accents Lighting and Electrical without reservation and will certainly hire them when we need more electrical work done in our home."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mills Electric Company LLC
5.0(
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Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Mills electric repaired all the outside outlets on my house. He also got lights working in my crawl space that have not worked in a while!! It was all in bad wiring. Which he figured out within an hour of being here!! I HIGHLY Recommend them for you electrical needs!!"
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Cabin fans and lighting

+6

Response time5 days
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical switches, outlets & fixtures install or repair projects in Winston Salem, NC

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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