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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!"

    OT
    Chicago, IL·

    "Great experience! A very thorough and careful professional. Excellent communication and I greatly appreciated that he fit our small job so quickly into his schedule."

    Katy M. in January 2023

    FS
    Chicago, IL·

    Panel Upgrades, New Construction, Hydro-jetting , and 2 more

    "Fast action came and solved my sewer issue. I had a back up in the sewer line which caused my basement to back up with water. Fast action came and cleared my sewer line in a promptly manner. I was impressed with their efficiency and communication through the whole process. Would recommend to my Friends and families and will be using fast action again!!!"

    Raul G. in August 2024

    Awesome Electric Logo
    Chicago, IL·

    Electrical Switch, Outlet & Fixture Installations and Repairs

    "Brian did an excellent job installing a new light fixture. His knowledge and professionalism exceeded our expectations. We will definitely call him for any new electrical projects."

    mary M. in May 2023

    AS
    Burr Ridge, IL·

    Electrical, Handyman, Tree removal / trim , and 2 more

    "I cannot say enough good things about Abraham and his team. They were indispensible during a challenging and stressful move. Not only did they do a superb job of installing a ceiling fan to an 18ft ceiling, multiple patch repairs, seamlessly replacing and installing bathroom extractor fans that into non standard sized spaces, filling countless nail holes and repainting, and reattaching a dislodged dishwasher, Abraham did all of this amidst the chaos of a move and made MULTIPLE trips to Home Depot to color match paints when I provided the wrong cans. He was patient, thorough, and went WAY above and beyond any expectations in both service, execution, and generosity. If you have anything you need done in your home, make these guys your first call!"

    Emily S. in October 2020

    HE

    In business since 2022

    Chicago, IL·

    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."

    FE
    Chicago, IL·

    Electrical

    "These guys are great! They are professional, knowledgeable, flexible., and friendly. They listen to what you want, make suggestions if you ask, and explain everything they do so you're well informed. Very reasonable, fair pricing. Highly recommend!"

    Deborah A. in December 2023

    CP
    Chicago, IL·

    New Painting, Interior Repaints, Over a decade of Industry Experience

    "Carlos was great throughout the process. He quoted the job, was available within 2 days. He showed up on time with all the tools etc that he needed and did a clean thorough install of a new dimmable fixture and switch. I will hire him again and can highly recommend him. Matt Chicago IL"

    Matt R. in May 2024

    OE

    In business since 2011

    Chicago, IL·

    Efficient, Honesty, Electrical

    About us: "We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring/panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction."

    CE
    Chicago, IL·

    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

    Speedy Electric Logo
    Chicago, IL·

    "Had two outlets that needed replacement and testing of the wires. He quickly diagnosed, went to get the parts, and returned to fix it. All within two hours of originally requesting the work completed."

    6EA50202636D798337A6C4EA885CBBD47772795A3257C309451AB27686C4DD92 C. in January 2026

    MCL Electric Logo

    In business since 2019

    Lincolnwood, IL·

    Full Home Wiring, Panel Installs

    About us: "MCL 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."

    HB
    Arlington Heights, IL·

    Electrical Repairs

    "Great quality work at an affordable price. Hristo showed up on time, gave a clear estimate for the job and got to work right away. Although a couple of unexpected complications came up during the process, Hristo quickly came up with creative solutuons. I now have awesome looking ceiling recessed lights and a perfectly installed Ring security camera above my garage. Will definitely call Hristo again for similar jobs in the future."

    Alex G. in November 2023

    LE
    Chicago, IL·

    Attic or Whole House Fan - Install, Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade, Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair , and 7 more

    "I would hire him for other repairs and projects"

    Mario M. in January 2016

    Lighthouse Restoration Group, Inc. Logo
    Chicago, IL·

    ELECTRICAL PANEL UPGRADES, ELECTRICAL TROUBLESHOOTING / REPAIR, ELECTRICAL CODE CORRECTION , and 2 more

    "I appreciated the honest feedback that Mariusz and Vlad provided when giving me the estimate. They raised concern about the state of my breaker box, and the exterior meter, and other electrical matters. They reported being unable to complete the work of running a new line to the garage without addressing these issues first. The work that Lighthouse did was fabulous. They spent 4 days completing 1 project after another until the work was done. The overall scope was quite large. They began by digging a trench 150 feet from the garage to the house, including through massive tree roots, through a retaining wall, and under a wood deck. They also fixed issues with the electrical line running to my house. Installed a new breaker box in the garage. Replaced the external meter. Replaced and rewired the breaker box to be up to code. Marked the new breaker box to show which breaker powered what. This is just the broad overview of all that Mariusz and Vlad accomplished. The entire time they were professional in their communication with me. They were courteous and respectful. They cleaned up after themselves. Bottom line. I am extremely pleased with my choice to hire Lighthouse Restoration. I have already scheduled with them to install my EV car charger because I trust them to do the job correctly."

    Dennis P. in November 2024

    FJS, Inc. Logo
    Burbank, IL·

    Remodeling

    "His name is George, great guy and he do it all. Very professional, on time and did exactly what we agreed on and some. He reinforced my ceiling to install chandelier and you can not tell where he taped and mudded. He also painted my living room, hall way and wood trim in a bedroom. Wish I could upload pics, please do not hesitate to give him a call. Thanks for being great!!!"

    Antonio C. in April 2019

    Handyman Solutions Logo
    Lincolnwood, IL·

    Handyman Services, Plumbing, Drywall , and 3 more

    "He fixed our doors and a soffit that was drooping from the ceiling. He took care of all of it the day of and and did an amazing job on both. I will be recommending him to anyone I know!"

    Joe C. in June 2023

    TL
    Berwyn, IL·

    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

    J&J Stone Builders LLC Logo
    La Grange, IL·

    Landscape, Remodel

    "Jesus was super efficient and fast. Very good electrician. He upgraded my electrical home service and installed a charger for my electric car."

    Jasline C. in November 2024

    Real Estate Consortium Logo

    In business since 2020

    Chicago, IL·

    General Contracting

    About us: "We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business."

    Level 4 Logo
    Berwyn, IL·

    Electrical, Plumbing, Piping Gas , and 2 more

    "Jose was outstanding. He was very thorough in his approach and talked through all the options and considerations with us in advance of installing two of our TVs on wall mounts. He first came to do an assessment to get a better sense of what the job would entail and then quoted us a fair price. The job ended up taking longer than the initially quoted time, but he held true to the quoted price. He sent us pictures at various stages to ensure we were happy with the result. Would highly recommend Jose for TV mounting and other jobs."

    Ganesh S. in December 2019

    EP
    Carol stream, IL·

    Electrical, EV Charging Stations, Troubleshooting electrical systems , and 3 more

    "It was for EV Charger install at common parking garage in Midrise Condo Building. Jose has done great job in complete professional way which included understanding requirement (as it was kind of different compare to individual home install), provided estimate, taken care for village permit, visited multiple times as needed as asked by Village for permit process, installed charger and cleaned up after all work."

    13A7F18C898B63005A12A9DD2269E9E14FC26256F5BC09E8212A65F1F4C509C5 9. in March 2025

    Mike's Electrical Contracting Services Logo
    Hanover Park, IL·

    Recessed can lights, Switches, Outlets, Kitchen lights/ Under Cabinet lights , and 2 more

    "Mike came out on time. He did a wonderful job. The work requested was to replace a bad Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter receptacle and a new outlet for my newly installed garage door opener. He was here for about 2 1/2 hrs. at an amazing low cost to me. He even installed a switch that was bad that I didn't know about for it has been in there for many years."

    Ronald P. in December 2018

    Ferrer Electric Logo
    Waukegan, IL·

    Electric for New Construction and Remodels, Service Upgrades, Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair , and 1 more

    "The project was to re-do my garage electrical and install a generator tie-in to the house. Ferrer Electric was outstanding. They responded immediately to my inquiry, and they came out right away to look at my project, and give me an estimate. Lead electrician *Eddie* was fantastic. He has a great attitude, and you can tell he is eager for your business and most appreciative of it. Very friendly and professional. The quality of the work was great, and the prices fair. Eddie was always on time, and he did what he said he would do. I am pleased to recommend them, and I will hire them again for my next electrical projects."

    Carl L. in October 2020

    RE
    Chicago, IL·

    Electric, HVAC

    "Robert took the time to explain why power to our garage was out. Wiring was outdated and underground piping rusted out causing problems with other rooms. Project took time but work was top notch. Communication was very good. Price quoted was what we paid. Excellent work. Passed inspection. He will be our go to electrician from now on."

    Barbara R. in June 2018

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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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Chicago Electricians are rated 4.9 out of 5 based on 2892 reviews of 2892 pros.

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