Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Thumbtack.
Do electricians do free estimates?
Yes, they do. Whether you’re looking for new electrical work or wiring repair, the electrician should offer you a free estimate.
Go online to find the best electricians near you. After researching and finding a few pros who seem qualified for your job, go ahead and request a quote to find out how much those electricians will charge you.
How do I hire an electrician?
Go online to find a list of the best electricians in your area. View each individual electrician’s profile and learn more about their services and expertise. Then, read reviews from satisfied customers as well as any issues they may have encountered. This will help you find one with the right experience to work safely in your home.
You should also spend some time researching what qualifications and credentials they have. You might find information about their license on their profile, or you might need to check your local and state government’s website to verify their license.
Once you’ve done a bit of research, ask to receive free estimates from several electricians in your area. Ultimately, hire the most qualified electrician who can complete your project at a reasonable price.
Is it worth it to hire an electrician?
Yes, it's usually worth it to hire an electrician instead of doing the work yourself.
Electrical work can be very dangerous. The pros spend many years working and studying before they become licensed and certified. That knowledge and training can help them work safely and perform the job without harming themselves or your home.
Even a small wiring repair job can be unsafe if not done correctly. Hiring someone that has specialized training on how to do each specific job is the safest choice.
Great experience with their electrician josh. Fast, professional, on time. Will use again.
Black Diamond Electric Plumbing Heating & Air
Steven C.
A very professional Electrician. I would like to have Court do other jobs for me in the future. Very fairly priced.
801 Electric
Alyssa M.
Jonathan was great!! We’ve been looking for an electrician for a long time and we have found one who will have our business for a long time! He did a fantastic job!
Valley Handyman Services
Antonio V.
He was in my house at the time He said He would be and very quick found the problem and fixed. I would recommend AA Handy Services and I will hire any time I need an Electrician.
AA Handy Services
Davis A.
Kyle Shaw was extremely helpful. I needed the problem fixed before Wednesday and he was able to have it done by Monday. Great communication! He’s really knowledgeable on any issue you might have that’d require an electrician
Black Diamond Electric Plumbing Heating & Air
Sandy D.
Dalton was great with communication and informed us we did not have a GFI, as the gate vendor noted. They were honest and did not charge us for work they didn't need to do. Greatly appreciate an honest electrician, added to our vendor list.
Mr. Electric of Salt Lake City
Trina P.
This w as the best experience so far in finding an electrician/ handyman. He was very fast and kept contact with me so i knew what to expect the work was very professional. Thank you i will be calling you for my next project
On TIME Electrical and Handyman solutions.
Bonnie H.
JR was fantastic! I have been struggling for weeks trying to find an electrician that would come out, and within minutes of JR seeing my request, he contacted me and actually came over an hour later. He fixed my issues and explained to me how he fixed them. He was awesome! Thank you!
HomePros LLC
Regan H.
I had high expectations for working with Reggie, as he was my top choice, but the interaction turned out to be the most disappointing business conversation I’ve ever had.
I reached out to Reggie through Thumbtack because I was looking for a local electrician to build a project relationship with, and he responded quickly. Our initial discussion (Tuesday) lasted 22 minutes and was quite thorough. I felt positive afterward, although not completely satisfied, because when I inquired about an estimate, he wouldn’t give one. Instead, he mentioned that he was “worth it” and that his rates were “middle cost,” emphasizing the quality of his work. While I appreciate that his services are said to be excellent, I still needed an idea of the costs involved.
The next day (Wednesday after 5p.m) I called Reggie and left a voicemail. The following morning (Thursday) around 8 a.m., I decided to follow up. When he answered, it seemed like I had woken him up, and I apologized for that. He explained he was working late the night before. We discussed estimates since his company provides them for free, but I sensed some reluctance on his part. However, we agreed on a time, and I asked if I could message him on Saturday if I needed to reschedule, to which he agreed, although the entire conversation felt tense on his end.
Surprisingly, Reggie called me back less than an hour later to apologize for his tone. That made me feel somewhat more at ease, but things quickly took a downturn. While he acknowledged that my husband and I wanted to understand the costs, he again veered into emphasizing that his work is top quality and that we shouldn’t worry about pricing because it would be appropriately valued for the projects we were considering. I understand this, but it’s ultimately up to my husband and me to decide how much we want to spend on the various tasks.
He inferred that we would be researching and getting multiple estimates, which I confirmed we were doing. Given that our house is new and the wiring could be complicated, we wanted to ensure we were getting the best value and avoiding unnecessary damage during the process. Again, Reggie assured me that he could handle everything, mentioning he had recently stayed late on a project to prove it. I informed him that the original electrician who wired our house would also be inspecting it, as we wanted to make a cost-effective choice with minimal damage. He then claimed that builder electricians would charge us more than other electricians, which I understood, but they might also not have to make as many cuts in the drywall, making it potentially more cost-effective overall. At this point, Reggie seemed to let emotion dictate his responses, losing the focus on factual information.
He then expressed frustration about us wasting his time, insisting that while he offers free estimates, it’s an hour’s drive for him, and if we weren’t going to hire him, he wanted us to let him know. I struggled to get a word in but finally interjected to clarify that I intended to contact him before Saturday to inform him of our decision. However, given our communication difficulties and my dissatisfaction with the interaction, I suggested it might be best not to pursue working together. Instead of apologizing or reflecting on my feedback, he abruptly responded that “this is great” and he would cancel our appointment on Monday. I told him that I didn’t want things to end this way , that it “wasn’t great” but wished him well, and that was the conclusion of our conversation—by far the worst experience I’ve encountered.
Although my husband and I will find another electrician, I was genuinely hoping to work with Reggie based on his comments during our first conversation. We had aimed to have some work done before Thanksgiving, and had his quote been reasonable, I would have found a way to accommodate it. I recognize that he places a lot of pressure on himself to deliver quality work on time, but his customer service skills leave much to be desired. Part of me hopes he calls back to apologize and we can find a way forward, but right now, no price or level of quality justifies this kind of treatment, and I’m sure we can find other electricians who can meet our project needs.
I would have appreciated it if he had acknowledged that he wasn’t the right fit for our needs and offered a recommendation for another electrician who might be a better match. I’m not here to waste anyone’s time, including my own, but I will conduct my research and expect a sense of the costs involved. Overall, while I cannot speak to Reggie’s craftsmanship, his interpersonal skills are significantly lacking.
Expert Electric
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