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    Matroniano's Property Solutions Logo
    Rochester, NY·

    Handyman Services

    "MPS built me a new office. Painted the walls put in flooring and even installed my desk. The work was excellent I will definitely recommend to anyone and everyone."

    Kathy S. in March 2023

    DR
    Rochester, NY·

    Painting

    "Jim went the extra mile in painting my bedroom. The walls were in bad shape with nail holes and marker writing on wall. Jim gave the walls a extra coat of paint to stop the bleeding thru. Finished the job when he said it would be done. Very Satisfied with Jim's work."

    Dan S. in September 2022

    KL

    "They exceeded my expectations. They had to do more than we had expected, and they just took care of it."

    Shaquilla S. in December 2022

    HC

    "Fast response and job well done"

    Raul R. in May 2023

    Ellis Electrical Services Logo
    Rochester, NY·

    Electrical Installs, Electrical Repairs

    "Two contractors who replaced my electrical panel box where the best workers I ever hired. Very professional and knowledgeable. I would. Strongly. Recommend them."

    HAROLD H. in June 2022

    Harrison Construction LLC Logo
    Rochester, NY·

    Plumbing, Electrical, Home Improvement

    "My walk-out basement had a variety of issues that Harrison Construction fixed at a great price. The wall to the outside was very run down and had water and soil seeping through. Joel replaced the rotting siding, repaired the wall and water proofed it to prevent future water from getting in. Then on the inside he reinforced the wall, added insulation and replaced a couple outlets. Took a daunting project and fixed it all in a day! Will definitely be contacting him for future work."

    Paige B. in March 2023

    OE
    Webster, NY·

    Electrical Services

    "Mike has been absolutely amazing to work with! I wanted to install an EV charger in my very old barn. Other folks that quoted this said I would need another meter from RGE!! Mike came and took a look and found a way to upgrade the very ancient sub panel and then install the car charger. Very reasonably priced! And he completed the work in about 3 hours. I will definitely work with him again in the future for other projects around the house."

    Jackie S. in April 2023

    MK Electric Logo
    Rochester, NY·

    Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures, Electric upgrades

    "The best electrical installer i ever have, he did electric for my pool,replaced all the switches and outlets, replaced all light fixtures, upgraded my panel installed electrical over the fireplace, microwave and stove.i love him"

    Julijana L. in July 2020

    Muhib Light Electric Logo
    Fairport, NY·

    Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair

    "We have had perplexing electrical problems and finally decided to tackle them. Muhibullah came by and diagnosed and fixed all of the problems, replaced a fixture, really did a great job and completed the work quickly. Will definitely work with him in future."

    Rebecca J. in July 2021

    AS
    Rochester, NY·

    Electrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install, Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade, Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair

    "John was professional and very polite. He replaced 7 outlets and installed a bathroom exhaust fan. He works quickly. I highly recommend him!"

    Teresa D. in August 2017

    Forestridge Designs Logo
    Rochester, NY·

    Home Repair, Plumbing, Electrical, Drywall, Closets, Doors, Tile. Full Bath and Kitchen 3-D design and Remodeling

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    Franklin B. in December 2019

    Mir Mosawi Logo

    In business since 2019

    Rochester, NY·

    About us: "Mir Mosawi is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business."

    Shick Electric, LLC Logo

    In business since 2020

    Rochester, NY·

    Electrical

    About us: "Shick Electric Llc is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business."

    Great Lights Electric, LLC Logo

    Electric Switches, Riser Cable Replacement, Panel Upgrade

    "called him at 9am and he was here by noon- took old fixture down and installed new fixture- charged a flat fee for showing up and whatever work had to be done- turns out hisbusiness was only a half mile from where i live- small world"

    michael D. in May 2016

    Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc. Logo
    Rochester, NY·

    Stand-by Generators, Tankless Water Heaters, Water Treatment Systems

    "We just want to say thank you for the beyond amazing service that we received from office staff and even more the gentleman that installed our new water softener system with reverse osmosis, uv light and a tankless hot water heater . Mike and Forest where amazing, knowledgeable and kind. Mike helped move some things around in the basement because I didnâ t have it done in time. They are a great team and work really well with each other. We had made them sweet Italian sausage for lunch. We noticed a water leak after they left l. Mike was so amazing and drove from Albany to fix it for us on his way home for the night. I had some chili cooking and gave him some. Mike even cleaned the water of the basement floor. Way more above and beyond than he needed too. Truly amazing. My family would like to say that Mike and Forest are a rare kind of people who just care and will go above and beyond for the people they help to have a better quality of life. We had moved in to take care of our nanny and her water system was no longer working and a week before the install the hot water heater went after 30 years. We recently updated appliances and we needed to protect our investment from the hard water. We absolutely love the reverse osmosis and are drinking the water so much we run out of drinking water lol. We will eventually upgrade to a dual holding tank for drinking water. For now we can make due with what we have. We were spending about $150 sometimes more in water a month for cooking and drinking purposes now we will see the savings in roughly 6 years just for not buying water anymore. With the tankless hot water heater it is too soon to see the savings yet we have a propane system living in the country and we are trying to reduce electric consumption. Gas is cheaper than electric for the usage we have we estimate that we will save around $80 additionally per month with the tankless hot water system. With that added into the equation we estimate about 4.5 years and we will have our return on our initial investment. Our next project will be a generator from this company. We lose electricity a few times a year and with nannyâ s health itâ s not acceptable in todayâ s society. Again thank you Mike and Forest the office ladyâ s weâ re very helpful on this process with us as well."

    Brandon V. in April 2022

    WBW Properties, LLC Logo
    Rochester, NY·

    Basement - Remodel, Bathroom - Remodel, Roof , and 2 more

    "Knowledgeable, experienced, polite. Ready to work with you. well-organized plan, well explained and carried out. Ready to go the extra mile to make sure customer is pleased. - hired to re-do bathroom, updated all inside doors, made a cut-out on wall between kitchen & living room. Have already recommended them to neighbor for kitchen remodel."

    CAROL Y. in March 2017

    NM

    In business since 2015

    Handyman for Multiple Small Projects, Roofing commercial buildings repair, Roofing maintenance residential or commercial , and 2 more

    About us: "We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job."

    Premier Alarms and Electric, LLC Logo
    Spencerport, NY·

    Electrical

    "Ceiling fan was repaired quickly and works fine. Repair person was friendly and knowledgeable about fixing the fan. I would definitely hire them again and recommend them to other people."

    Dennis T. in May 2020

    Marlock Electric, Inc. Logo
    Newark, NY·

    Electrical for a Remodel, Switches/Outlets/Fixtures, Standby Generator Installation, Sales, and service , and 1 more

    "Marlock Electric upgraded our electric service from 100 amp to 200 amp. We were installing solar panels with our new roof, and did this upgrade along with that project. Marlock was recommended to us by the contractor installing the solar panels as a company that would do a very professional job for us - they wanted to be sure the work would be done right to connect the solar system to it. Marlock did an excellent job for us - it was somewhat complicated, but they are experts who knew how to do the work properly. They explained the whole process to us and answered all our questions in a way we could understand. They added extra crew members to make sure the work was done in one day so we wouldn't need to be without electric service overnight. The work was done in a very professional manner, and the site was cleaned up before they departed. We are very satisfied with the service we received from Marlock Electric, and will call on them for any future electrical work we need to have done."

    William P. in October 2019

    Beres Electrical Services - Home  Facebook Logo
    Buffalo, NY·

    Professioanl, Knowledgeable & Excied To Work For You!, 10 Years Experience, Owner Operated , and 2 more

    "These guys were fantastic! Very professional, friendly, and did a great job at a very reasonable price! They explained everything they were doing; they even complimented me on my house. Will ALWAYS use these guys from now on."

    SUE S. in July 2018

    B & B Lightning Protection Logo
    Trenton, NJ·

    Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

    "He does excellent work, very pleasurable to do business with"

    Dave B. in September 2018

    Statewide Electric Logo
    Penfield, NY·

    Commercial, Residential

    "Great work with the wires, outlets, lights."

    Nico K. in October 2021

    Premier Production Group LLC Logo

    In business since 2015

    St George, UT·

    Meeting, A/V and Production System Installs, Audiovisual Design and Installations, Conferencing and Meeting Solutions , and 3 more

    About us: "We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!"

    Christopher Allen Enterprises LLC Logo
    Rochester, NY·

    Electrical, Plumbing, Home Services

    "Very pleasant and easy to work with."

    Rayleen B. in May 2023

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How much do electricians typically cost?

  • Rochester, New York Average
    $335
  • Typical Range
    $157 - $509
  • Low End - High End
    $82 - $1,200

Frequently asked questions

  • An electrician’s cost per hour comes in between $50 and $100. It’ll vary depending on your location and the type or professional you hire. Areas with a higher cost of living can expect to pay on the higher end of that scale. Licensing level may also increase the price.
  • Usually you’ll pay a higher rate for the first hour. This covers their travel and time expense. Emergency or after-hours rates are usually higher too – expect to pay an emergency fee of up to $300 plus a higher hourly rate.

Electricians do a fair amount of larger remodeling and new construction projects but also common residential projects including:

For cost information related to the above tasks, visit our Electrical Cost Guide.

  1. Do you have a license to perform electrical work in this state?
    All states require an electrical license or work performed under a Master Electrician. You should also ask how many on the job hours of experience they have.
  2. Do you have insurance?
    Never use one who isn’t insured. You can ask to see proof of insurance.
  3. Do you have prior work references?
    You might skip this for small jobs like installing a light or outlet. For larger projects, always get references.
  4. What are your rates?
    Always ask up front. Getting a detailed quote up front is the best way to go.
  5. Who is going to do the actual work?
    Often, a Master Electrician will come out to diagnose and bid on projects, but they have their apprentice and journeyman electricians do the work. This isn’t a terrible thing, in fact it’s common practice. The Master’s license is on the line with any work he supervises.
  6. Is your work warrantied or guaranteed?
    Any reputable company or contractor warranties their work, usually for at least a year.
  7. Are you usually on time?
    Overbooking is a frequent problem with electrical work. Often, a service call goes long, and they end up showing up at your home late. This common complaint is easily remedied with an up-front and honest discussion. If they can’t be on time, make sure they’ll call.

1. Don’t Be Misled by an Electrician’s Hourly Rates

A truly skilled, well-equipped professional with a truck full of parts that charges $100 an hour can be a much wiser choice than an inexperienced hack, working with inadequate tools and no parts, but charging much less. Often, more experienced professionals get the job done quickly with warrantied work.

2. Compare Travel Charges

Rates reflect travel times. Travel charges can have a big impact on your costs and are in some ways easier to compare than hourly rates. Many electricians spend a third or more of their time navigating traffic on their way to a jobsite. Every contractor must find a way to pay for the expense of driving each day.

3. Bundle Repair Jobs Together

When you feel it’s time to call a pro, review your list and then conduct a mini-inspection of your home. Look for faulty switches and dysfunctional or crowded outlets. When the electrician comes, you’ll save money and time by getting everything taken care of at once.

4. How to Prepare & What to Know Before the Electrician Arrives
  • Be as thorough and detailed in describing your needs to your contractor. The more they know, the quicker the job will go.
  • Before they arrive, prepare a precise list of items you want serviced. Electricians have budgeted their time for a service call. They don’t have time for additional requests once they are on site.
  • Make sure the electrical panel box is accessible. You’ll pay for the time it takes to access it.
  • Clear away fragile items, knickknacks and furniture from areas where you expect the them to work.
  • If you have questions about the project, ask them before they start. Most are happy to run you through the problem and the process of fixing it.
  • Ask about potential issues after the work is complete. During a service call a professional will spot any potential hazards.
  • You’ll lose power to parts of your home while they work. Be prepared to pause anything you’re doing during the service call.
  • In most cases you’ll have the option to either pay at the time of service or have a bill sent to you. You’ll be able to pay with cash, credit and sometimes check.
5. Install Money-Saving Electrical Fixtures
  • By switching from ordinary incandescent light fixtures or bulbs to fluorescent or LED ones, you can substantially reduce energy consumption in your home.
  • Motion detector switches can help you save money on outdoor lighting while at the same time providing very cost-effective security to your home.
  • Creative landscape lighting and indoor accent lighting can make your home more appealing to you, your guests and potential buyers in the future.

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Rochester Electricians are rated 4.9 out of 5 based on 525 reviews of 525 pros.

The HomeAdvisor Community Rating is an overall rating based on verified reviews and feedback from our community of homeowners that have been connected with service professionals. See individual business pages for full, detailed reviews.


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Recent Job Requests for Electricians in Rochester, NY

  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 06/05/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Electrical fixtures : Outlets
    When would you like this request to be completed?: Within 2 weeks
    Comment: change out GFCI on sump pump
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 06/05/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    When would you like this request to be completed?: Still in planning & budgeting phase
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 06/04/23
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Comment: got a new dryer and it dose not run when it is pluged in
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 06/04/23
    Describe Generator Use: Emergency back-up power
    Location: Home/Residence
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Type of generator: Not sure
    Devices to be Run by Generator: Emergency lighting
    Devices to be Run by Generator: Refrigerator
    Comment: For instalation
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 06/04/23
    Location: Business
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Comment: Landline shorting out in building
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 06/04/23
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Describe Generator Use: Other
    Type of generator: Fixed Generator
    Location: Home/Residence
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 06/03/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Type of generator: Fixed Generator
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 06/02/23
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Describe Generator Use: Other
    Type of generator: Fixed Generator
    Location: Home/Residence
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 06/02/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Project description: Electrical panel upgrade only
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 06/02/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Historical Work: No
    Desired Completion Date: 1 - 2 weeks
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Project description: Electrical panel upgrade only
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 06/01/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Electrical fixtures : Ceiling fan or chandelier
    Electrical fixtures : Switches
    Electrical fixtures : Outlets
    When would you like this request to be completed?: Within 2 weeks
    Comment: I would like some outlets and switches updated to white (I will have them available for installation). I would also like to update the plugs in the kitchen to GFCI outlets.
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 06/01/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Historical Work: No
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Project description: Electrical panel upgrade only
    Comment: Need a service upgrade
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 06/01/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    When would you like this request to be completed?: Within 2 weeks
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 06/01/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    After Business Hours: No
    Historical Work: No
    Covered by Insurance: No
    Desired Completion Date: 1 - 2 weeks
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Electrical fixtures : Track lighting
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 06/01/23
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Type of generator: Fixed Generator
    Location: Home/Residence
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 06/01/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Desired Completion Date: Within 1 week
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Already Purchased Station: Yes
    Supports 220v or 240v load: Yes
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 05/31/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    When would you like this request to be completed?: Within 2 weeks
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • NewProject Location: Rochester, NY
    Date: 05/31/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Desired Completion Date: Within 1 week
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Project description: Electrical panel upgrade only
    Comment: Replace 100amp buss fuse panel with 200amp circuit breakers.

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