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Aiken Electrical Contractors LLC
5.0(
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Serving Montpelier, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was fortunate enough to have Ryan complete a number of projects to date. He upgraded our home to an underground service with an upgraded electrical panel, ran new wiring for lighting and outlets for our addition, and upgraded our kitchen and living room lighting. His experience troubleshooting and ability to think outside of the box was evident when swapping out our messy existing panel. He is professional, hardworking, mindful of expected outcome, and efficient. I can only speak highly of him and highly recommend him!"
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McCormick Electrical, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Montpelier, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Colin helped us out with running electricity to our detached garage, and installing a level 2 charger for our cars. His work was excellent and efficient. He was communicative before, during, and after the project, and he was on time each day. His initial bid was very competitive, and we're super glad that we chose Colin to work with. We're looking forward to our next project with him."
Response time1 hour
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Michael J. Electric
4.3(
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Serving Montpelier, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My initial contact with Michael was just before he was leaving for vacation so we made arrangements that he would contact me when he returned. He did and we made an appointment for a morning on day I would be home from work. Even though I had left it that anytime in the morning could work for me, he was courteous enough to call around 8:00 a.m. to say that they would be there in about a half hour and they were. I had called him to look at some bathroom fans which had not been working for a year or so and some wall heating units in the bathrooms which may or may not have needed replacing. I believe he ran into a "quirk" with the ceiling hole configuration from my old fans, but he handled it pretty calmly and easily. He confirmed that one of the bathroom heaters did not need to be replaced and before installing a new one in the other bathroom, he explained some options to me. They cleaned up before they left. In fact, the floors were cleaner when they left than when they arrived. It was great to have someone do the "small" jobs that seem to accumulate. I would certainly call him again."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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OWENS & BROWN ELECTRIC LLC
4.7(
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Serving Montpelier, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had my Electrical service upgraded. These pros did a bang up job. They are hard workers and are well versed in there job. A couple of great guys to work with."
Response time6 hrs
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Recommended by22%of homeowners
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M.L. & Sons Electric
5.0(
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Serving Montpelier, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time3 days
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My Computer Works, Inc.
4.0(
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Serving Montpelier, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have had a contract with My Computer Works for almost a year and have called them for remote help at least 20 times. The techs are professional and highly efficient in diagnosing and repairing a wide range of problems, both simple and complex. Bless them!"
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FAQs for generator repair projects in Montpelier, VT

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.

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