Location: Chicago, IL
Date: 03/09/23
Location: Home/Residence
Is this an emergency?: No
Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
Request Stage: Ready to Hire
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ME
In business since 2018
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!"
HE
In business since 2022
Chicago, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Electical
About us: "Hikmat Electric 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."
PW
Chicago, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Central A/C - Service or Repair, Central A/C - Install, 15 years of experience , and 1 more
"Luis was very professional, he did what he said he would and was always on time."
Linda L. in May 2022
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AE
Chicago, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Full Electrical installations, Switches & Outlet Repair, Service upgrade , and 1 more
"He was very professional and did great work. We will call on this service again."
Elizabeth V. in October 2020
DH
Chicago, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Handyman
"Mr Davis was a delight to work with. He installed a wooden fence, and rain barrels. We are extremely happy with the end results. He is both professional and knowledgeable and a delight to work with. Will definitely call back to complete the next phase of projects."
Joyce K. in May 2022
Chicago, IL·
"Very precise in what he was explaining to us. Gave us information and ideas. Never pressured us about anything."
Richard D. in January 2023
Chicago, IL·
"Great quality work - would hire again"
Jared R. in February 2023
"The service that I have received over the last ten years has been thorough and they have consistently provided high-quality work. They are trustworthy and flexible. They accommodate to my schedule and follow my instructions. I would highly recommend this company to anyone!"
stephanie G. in December 2022
ME
Chicago, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Electrical
"Martin is phenomenal and he does a great job. He does large jobs and small jobs. He does it all. He is fantastic. I've been using him for years. he is dependable and reliable. He puts his clients first. I wish every service provider was like him. When something goes wrong,"
Heather H. in April 2020
CE
Chicago, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Panel Upgrades, Rewiring
"Al is a really nice guy and did wonderful work ee-wiring my kitchen and garage.very knowledgeable"
Ty W. in August 2020
CD
Chicago, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Major Renovations
"Major renovation of multiple rooms (kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, living room). Chris made my first experience renovating a place very easy and low stress. Was very communicative and helpful throughout the entire process and the quality of the work was great."
Joe S. in February 2019
Areas Of Expertise: Carpentry, Painting, Plumbing , and 2 more
"Michael is definitely a high quality handyman. He can do large projects and installs, very adaptable. He has helped us out of some difficult situations several times."
Frances K. in July 2022
VE
In business since 2021
Chicago, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Electrical Service
About us: "We sustain our business on quality and integrity. We are experts in our trade and our commitment to quality from beginning to end of your project. We look forward to earning your business. Call us anytime with any questions you may have. Thanks for your time and have a great day."
DE
Skokie, IL·
"Did a great job installing a foyer chandelier."
Mary R. in February 2023
ME
Chicago, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Electrical Installations & Repair
"Tony, the owner was the most responsive electrician/contractor I have ever used. He was available by phone and email and responded promptly. When he looked at the job I had for him he asked many questions and seemed to get a good feel of the job even taking pictures. He gave me a good estimate. He sent his electrician Jimmy to do the work. This guy was the most friendly and competent guy ever to work on the building. When we realized that the approach I had planned for installation of a chandelier was not going to work, he very quickly devised a solution completely what I had not thought of and then fnished the work flawlessly!"
Troy F. in November 2010
BE
Chicago, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Panel Upgrades, 24 Hour Emergency Services, Electrical Service , and 1 more
About us: "B-Sure Electric 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."
CC
Chicago, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Panel Upgrades, Rewiring
About us: "With over 18 years of experience serving the Chicago area, CL Cook Electric is your solution for all your electrical needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!"
Chicago, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Electrical Switch, Outlet & Fixture Installations and Repairs
"Great job done quickly and efficiently!"
Liz P. in October 2019
Calumet, IL·
"Handy Randy was prompt in responding to my resquest, scheduled for the next day, showed up on time and was friendly. He was very respectful of my property and asked me to approve his work. A very pleasant experience! Iâ ll definitely use him again."
Norma I. in January 2023
JR
Chicago, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Landscaping, Mounting, Lawn Care , and 1 more
"Jose was very help and paid attention to detail. Thank you."
Jonathan Y. in January 2022
SC
Plainfield, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Handyman for Small Services
"Had a great experience with this company. I had problems with my front door & he fixed it quickly. He also replaced our toilet & explained (showed us too) the reason we were having problems with our toilet going through flushing on its own. He did both services at reasonable prices & makes sure the job is done properly. I plan to use him for all my handyman services in the future."
Danial M. in October 2021
Berwyn, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Electrical, Epoxy flooring, Electrical
"I had 2 used ceiling fans installed in my new home, as well as a Nest wired Doorbell. From start to finish, communication was great and scheduling was a breeze. He completed everything I needed wonderfully and I'm already working on scheduling another appointment to get some much needed repairs completed!"
Stephanie H. in August 2021
Chicago, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Troubleshooting and Rewires, Panel Upgrades and Repairs
"Zapata Electric gets a A+ from me! With that being said Zapata is very professional, courteous and knowledgeable. I had a few outlets that were not working he came out the same day and replace them. I highly recommend him to many friends and family. Good job ð ð"
Melissa C. in March 2022
FE
Chicago, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Electrical
"They were very professional, and fair priced. Very respectful guys that work for him, they were on time."
Bob H. in February 2019
Berwyn, IL·
Areas Of Expertise: Electrical services, Electrical Installation, Electrical Troubleshooting , and 1 more
"David was very knowledgeable and experienced in what he was doing. He informed us of what needed to be done and executed the job efficiently and in a timely manner."
Joyce J. in December 2022
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Out of Network Electricians in Chicago, IL
- Mr. Handyman of Lincoln Park
1918 W George St
Chicago, IL 60657
- Your Vision, Inc.
18 Noth Pine Street
Mt Prospect, IL 60056
- Gooseneck Electric, Inc.
6827 W. Hobart Ave.
Chicago, IL 60631
- Red Star Electric
1440 W. Taylor St. P.O. Box 1305
Chicago, IL 60607
- VC Electric
4530 N. Mobile Ave.
Chicago, IL 60630
- New-Line Electrical
4912 Bearview Lane
Skokie, IL 60077
- Four Lakes Electric, Inc.
10412 P Court
Chicago, IL 60423
- Ernesto Aranda
3617 Honore St.
Chicago, IL 60609
- Ivan Zlatev
263 S. Clubhouse Drive, #306
Palatine, IL 60074
- AT Professional, Inc.
8042 W. Lake St.
Niles, IL 60714
Things to Consider Before Hiring an Electrician
It's very likely there are hundreds of recommended electricians in your city. Make your hiring decision easier using these helpful tips:
- Read online ratings and customer reviews of prescreened professionals.
- Consider the scope of your project, and search for a local electrician with specific experience in that work.
- Compare quotes from multiple pros.
An electrician should be able to hand over references and a written quote or else you shouldn't sign on the dotted line.
Get Electrical Installation and Maintenance Estimates
Costs for electrical repairs vary across the board. Ask for a quote for costs. The estimate is based on the contractor's individual price and the scope of the repair.
Before the contractor visits your home, they should give you a written quote for the scope of work. Prices shouldn't stray from this agreed upon contract.
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:
- Installing a light fixture or chandelier
- Installing a ceiling fan
- Adding an outlet
- Updating or replacing a circuit breaker
- Installing or updating an electrical panel
- Adding outdoor lighting and other electrical features
For cost information related to the above tasks, visit our Electrical Cost Guide.
- 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. - Do you have insurance?
Never use one who isn’t insured. You can ask to see proof of insurance. - 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. - What are your rates?
Always ask up front. Getting a detailed quote up front is the best way to go. - 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. - Is your work warrantied or guaranteed?
Any reputable company or contractor warranties their work, usually for at least a year. - 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 ChargesRates 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 TogetherWhen 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.
- 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.
Top Electrical Projects
- Install a Generator
- Install an Electric Vehicle Charging Station
- Install Electrical for a Home Addition or Remodel
- Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures
- Install Lightning Protection Systems
- Install or Replace a Light Fixture
- Install or Upgrade a Telephone System
- Install Telephone Jacks or Wiring
- Repair a Generator
- Repair a Telephone System
- Upgrade an Electrical Panel or Wiring
HomeAdvisor Community Rating
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Chicago Electricians are rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 3,250 reviews of 158 pros.
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