Washington, DC Electrician Services

1. In the Washington, DC area, most electrical contractor pricing is fixed with costs determined per project. Some examples of project costs for electrical services might be priced as follows:

• $280 per ceiling fan installation. 

• $200 for wiring a new outlet.

• $300 to install or replace a new exhaust fan.

• $200 to install a smoke detector system .

While you will see variations and changes in this pricing from contractor to contractor, you can count on Precise Building Services to keep your best interest and budget in mind.  Contact us today to price your project. 

1. When hiring an electrical contractor near Washington, DC, you should look for the following things: licensure, experience, consumer trust, local business. First, you should always be sure the contractor is licensed and insured. This makes sure they have the skills necessary to perform the job at hand and that if anything goes wrong, you are covered. Another important thing to ask is about experience. Your electrician should have experience and positive reviews reflecting the quality of the service provided. If the job is specialized, ask if the contractor has that specialty and has done that kind of work before. Additionally, knowing that your electrician has the consumer’s trust is priceless. Finally, make sure that you go with a local business that knows the area and will have fair and competitive rates. 

Precise Building Services is licensed and insured and specializes in all things residential including electrical services for single and multi family homes, electrical upgrades, and new construction. We are also adept at commercial services and have extensive experience in the commercial field.  Contact us about electrical services for your home or business today. 

1. Most residential homes have 100 to 200-amp breaker boxes depending on the amount of electrical power the panel needs and the number of circuits that are on the main circuit breaker panel. Amperage is a measurement of the volume of electricity flowing through your wires and this can vary between 30 amps in older homes that have not had their electrical wiring updated to as much as 400 amps in a very large home with significant electrical needs. 

To add circuits to your circuit breaker to accommodate the appliances of today or for any information about circuit breakers in the DC area contact Precise Building Services. 

There are several steps you can take to protect your home's electrical system from a storm. Firstly, consider installing a whole-house surge protector to protect your home's electrical system from power surges. It's also a good idea to unplug any unnecessary electronic devices to prevent them from being damaged by a power surge. Ensure that any outdoor electrical equipment, such as air conditioning units or generators, is securely anchored and protected from flying debris. Additionally, trimming back any nearby trees or branches can help prevent damage from falling limbs. Finally, in the event of an approaching storm, it's important to turn off and unplug all electronics and appliances to reduce the risk of electrical fires or damage from lightning strikes.