Serving Springfield Gardens, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Very prompt, professional and easy to work with. They were willing to perform a relatively small electrical job in NYC. I would highly recommend them and would use them again."
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Serving Springfield Gardens, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Excellent service. Same day, efficient, totally professional. It could have been a big problem in older brownstone (or "can of worms," as electrician said) but he was able to rewire the outlet so that it's essentially new. He told us that running a new line (thus bypassing outlet) wouldn't have solved the problem, since the older wiring would still be carrying energy even if unused. He knew what he was doing. My landlady paid, so I don't know how much it cost, but she was happy. Wanted them to get a good review."
Serving Springfield Gardens, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I recently hired M.A Electrical to address several electrical issues in my home, including outlets, ceiling fans, and some previous subpar electrical work. The technician was extremely knowledgeable and efficient, saving me hundreds of dollars by fixing existing issues that other electricians said couldn't be repaired without replacement. He completed the work quickly and left the area spotless. I highly recommend M.A Electrical for their expertise, honesty and professionalism"
Serving Springfield Gardens, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The electrician was thoughtful and good at troubleshooting. His prices were decent. I will use him again."
Serving Springfield Gardens, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I used Home Electric Advisor to install a new outlet under my sink. Ali came in and did an excellent job. Pricing was upfront and very reasonable. Would highly recommend for any electrical work!"
Serving Springfield Gardens, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1954
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"My experience with PK and Altman Electric was excellent. From my initial contact with Elizabeth in the main office to the service that was provided by Raphael and Omar, the staff was professional, polite, and punctual. I called on a Tuesday, and Elizabeth scheduled me in for Wednesday! And Raphael and Omar arrived an hour early. Before starting, Raphael reviewed a TO DO LIST with me. A ceiling fan and two outlets, including a GFI and light fixture, were either replaced or serviced. Pricing is competitive. Very pleased and would highly recommend."
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Serving Springfield Gardens, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Very reliable and efficient electrical service. They are highly a recommendable service."
Serving Springfield Gardens, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"“Fantastic service”! I was extremely worried after purchasing my chandelier and realized that it seems to have been very technical to install. After raving recommendation from one of his previous clients, Ralston came in and gave me complete peace of mind with his knowledgeable electrical experience. He was very professional, courteous, efficient and handled my complex job with ease. His work was also very neat and well organized, so I also booked him to install all the televisions throughout my household. Ralston, thank you once again for such an outstanding outcome and your professionalism."
Serving Springfield Gardens, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Marcin is the expert. I am so happy I chose him to do electric work in my apartment. He is very competent. He patiently explained to me all the options I had. He accommodated my busy professional schedule and came when it was convenient to me. The project cost was very reasonable. The work was done in the best possible way. If you are looking for a professional that will be on time, communicate clearly, compete the work exactly as you desire and provide a level of service rarely found these days, I highly recommend Marcin and Enlighted Electrical Services Corp for your home needs. I am very happy with his work and glad to see that there are professionals like him still making homes brighter for us. Thanks Marcin and Enlighted Electrical Services Corp . Awesome job!""
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Serving Springfield Gardens, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"I usually don't write reviews but in this case, I had to make an exception. Luis was nothing but amazing. I wanted to install a washer dryer in my home and he was able to come to my house on a weekend and analyze how it would be installed. My main concern was the electric setup. I wanted to see if it was actually possible to install a washer dryer given the certain voltage it needs to work. He explained everything in detail and provided some suggestions of what he thought would be best. With me, its all about tone and Luis was nice of enough to go thru everything with us very thoroughly and he would make time that fit our busy schedule. His rates are amazing compared to others and is willing to work with you. I am glad he was the one I chose out of the others that reached out to me for this project and I would use him 10000% for all my electric needs and recommend him to others that are in need of electric assistance. I actually have another project that I have to do and will use him without a question. If you need a great electrician, reach out to Luis and Thunderbolt Electric. He has a lot of experience and will get the job done."
There is often some confusion about the type of work these professionals do. They only work on electrical systems such as outlets, lighting fixtures and electrical panels – they aren’t appliance repairmen.
There are three types of electricians: Master, Journeyman and Apprentice. Electrical licensing varies quite a bit by state. Some have licenses for apprentices and some do not. Some have a master’s rank while others stop at journeyman. Despite the differences, they all require a minimum amount of experience and usually classroom time.
Apprentice electricians aren’t usually licensed and spend 4 years learning the trade. Throughout that time, they work on a wide range of projects to learn to become a Journeyman. They’ll do basic work like installing fixtures and replacing outlets all the way to assisting in wiring a home. Regardless of the type of project, they must always be supervised by a Journeyman or Master electrician.
Journeymen work without supervision. In a few states, this is the highest level available and they can do all levels of work from wiring a new home to installing a light. In some states, they need a separate electrical contractor license to run a business. In places with a master’s level, a journeyman can do all work besides design new electrical systems.
Master electricians usually manage a shop, design new electrical systems in new construction and oversee both Journeyman and Apprentices. They typically bid new projects. Though they focus on larger projects, it’s not unheard of for a homeowner to request a Master Electrician for a house call. If you do, expect to spend up to 25% more for the visit.
Generally, you don’t tip electricians, but that’s not to say they don’t appreciate it if you do. You can offer them something to drink or eat, like coffee and donuts. Most will appreciate it if you do.
The education and certifications required to become an electrician vary by state, though they generally follow this list:
Apprentice
Does not always require a license depending on the state.
Learns on the job under Journeyman and Master Electricians.
Usually needs 4 years on-the-job training before they can test for a Journeyman license. Many states also require a technical degree to advance.
Always require supervision.
Journeyman
Needs between 8,000 to 10,000 hours of on-the-job training and usually 500 to 1,000 hours of classroom experience.
Can usually supervise apprentices.
They can diagnose and repair electrical problems.
Master
Achieved after an additional two years (4,000 hours) working as a Journeyman and taking the Master Electrician Exam.
Besides diagnosing and repairing electrical systems, they also design them. In most places they run shops and inspect Journeyman and Apprentice work.
Not a recognized rank in all states.
Electrical Contractor License is an optional license in some states for a Master Electrician to run a business. Some states have this instead of the Master license.
Electricians make an average of $26 per hour but it ranges with experience and licensing. An apprentice may make about half that while a Master Electrician may hit closer to $40 per hour. This figure represents how much they make; not how much they bill. Their salary is only one component of their costs. They must also figure in overhead, taxes, equipment, insurance and several other expenses.
Leave electrical work to the professionals. Electrical systems are complex and potentially hazardous when not handled and installed correctly. If it were easy, it wouldn’t take 4 years to become a journeyman or 6 years for a master’s license. If you are determined to forge ahead yourself, understand home electrical safety before beginning any project.Even for simple common electrical projects, a licensed pro is best. Not only is it safer, but contractors guarantee and insure their work. Hire a professional to keep your home’s electrical systems functioning properly and safely.
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