Main Street Electric Company Inc.

Main Street Electric Company Inc. Main Street Electric Company is a full service electrical contracting business. Call us today! since 2001.

Scott Bowers is:

A graduate of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), accredited Maryland Electrical Apprenticeship Program as a Journeyman Electrician in 1991;

A licensed Master Electrician issued by The State Board of Master Electricians, under the State Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (DLLR Maryland) since 1994;

A registered Master General Electrician issued in the foll

owing jurisdictions: Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Carroll County, Howard County, Harford County and Anne Arundel County since 1994;

A registered and certified Master Electrician with The Middle Department Inspection Agency since 1990;

A member of the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) in the Electrical Sub Section since 2001.;

A past accredited and certified professional electrical code instructor for the Electric League of Maryland Inc. (Note: The Electric League of Maryland no longer provides classes);

Contractor Member of the International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI) since 2001;

A past President of the Electrical Contractors Association of Baltimore County Inc. (ECABC) and a member since 2001;

A past President of The Electric League of Maryland Inc. He has been a board member since 2001, representing the Electrical Contractors Association of Baltimore County (ECABC) to the Electric League of Maryland. Scott is the current Secretary of The Electric League of Maryland Inc.;

The current Vice President of The Independent Electrical Contractors – Chesapeake Chapter (IEC Chesapeake) and Executive Board Member since 2010;

An accredited and certified professional electrical code instructor for IEC Chesapeake;

Has been professionally employed in the electrical contracting field since 1985; and

Has been approved by the Maryland State Board of Master Electricians in addition to the Maryland State Fire Marshalls Office, as a qualified continuing education provider of electric code electricians license renewals in all of Maryland, Virginia, Delaware and North Carolina since 2018.

A great representation of how an electric system works!  I thought we would share it.  Stay warm!
01/30/2026

A great representation of how an electric system works! I thought we would share it. Stay warm!

⚡️ EVER WONDER WHAT HAPPENS BEHIND THAT ELECTRICAL PANEL IN YOUR HOME? 🏠

Think of it as the "Brain" of your house, making sure every appliance gets the energy it needs while keeping YOU safe! 🛡️ Here is a quick breakdown of the journey electricity takes from the street to your light bulb:

1️⃣ The Electric Meter: This is the gatekeeper! It tracks exactly how much energy your home consumes. 📊

2️⃣ Main Circuit Breaker: The "Big Boss." It controls the power for the entire building. In case of a major emergency, this switch cuts everything off at once. 🛑

3️⃣ Residual Current Devices (RCDs): These are your Life Savers. 🦸‍♂️ They are designed to detect "leaking" electricity. If a wire is damaged or someone touches a live part, the RCD trips in milliseconds to prevent a dangerous electric shock.

4️⃣ Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCBs): The "Bodyguards" for your appliances. Each one looks after a specific circuit—like your fridge, washing machine, or lights. If a circuit gets too hot or overloaded, the MCB trips to prevent a fire. 🛡️🔥

From your morning coffee ☕ to your warm shower 🚿, this complex system works 24/7 to keep your modern life running smoothly and safely!

💡 Pro Tip: Never ignore a breaker that keeps tripping! It’s your house’s way of telling you there is a hidden problem that needs fixing. 🛠️

Just a reminder about electrical safety with generators during extended winter conditions.
01/30/2026

Just a reminder about electrical safety with generators during extended winter conditions.

Winter storms can disrupt your power supply and cause outages. If you rely on a portable generator for emergency power, make sure to follow ESFI’s guide on safe usage: https://esfi.pulse.ly/drjrzhkojv

Just a new safety checklist for the new year!
01/15/2026

Just a new safety checklist for the new year!

Start the new year with a home electrical safety check-up! There are some quick fixes that have make a big impact on your electrical ⚡ safety.

Here's a hazard to look out 👀for: outlets with missing or broken cover plates. Replace them right away! Those covers create a barrier 🚧 between you and exposed wires.

Get more home 👉 ESAsafe.com/NoSafeShock

Just a reminder that water and electric do not play nicely.
01/05/2026

Just a reminder that water and electric do not play nicely.

Did you know bare feet and wet skin lower your body’s electrical resistance?

The effects of an electrical shock on a person in or near water are far more severe than in other places.

Even a small voltage can result in loss of muscle control and cause drowning.

Extreme care should be taken with electrical equipment and appliances near water.

A few simple checks can prevent a serious injury:
✔ Keep extension leads, cords or electrical appliances out of the water.
✔ Ensure pumps, lights and equipment are properly installed.
✔ Have regular maintenance completed by a licensed electrical worker.
✔ Check underwater lights regularly for cracks or faulty seals.

Stay safe and alert around electricity and water. Learn more here:
https://www.electricalsafety.qld.gov.au/electrical-safety-home/electricity-around-water

Address

60 Main Street
Reisterstown, MD
21136

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+14108334233

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