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Paul W Chace
4.9(
152
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Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul arrived on time, quickly identified a workable solution to my electrical need. He noted equipment and wiring I already had installed and used that knowledge to give me an estimate that was much less than previous estimates. He is very knowledgeable, got the job done quickly and I would heartily recommend him for any electrical work."
Response time11 hrs
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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VMA Electric Inc
4.8(
462
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Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went exceptionally well. The two service techs, Jake & Henry were super professional and well mannered. The outlets at my dad's house were ancient, and hard to access, but the guys made short work of it and were very good at answering questions about other concerns I had about my dad's place. The price was a bargain for the quality of work, and the professionalism of the techs was exceptional. I can whe heartedly recommend VMA Electric."
Needham Project
22kw Generac
27kw
Response time8 hrs
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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T & G Electrical
4.9(
174
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Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"George came promptly and looked the project over on a Friday. He said he would be back on Monday and the job would take one day. He and his crew showed up early Monday morning and had the work completed as promised. Both he and his crew were very professional, courteous, answered all of my questions and concerns and they left the work area immaculate! He came back later in the week with the inspector and the job was completed. I have other electrical work I would like done and will definitely be using him again. I would recommend this company without hesitation."
Local Owner-Operator George Boukouvalas
Services Offered
Residential Electrical Services
Commercial Electrical Services
General Electrical Troubleshooting & Repairs

+23

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Wired Electrical Contractors, Inc.
4.9(
198
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Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We've used Wired Electrical a few times now and most recently, to install a motion activated floodlight to light up the driveway and walkway. As always, our appointment was arranged courteously and easily, and Phil was as professional as they come - he got the light installed pretty quickly, and it works wonderfully! No more dark driveway! I highly recommend Wired Electrical - no fuss, fantastic results."
Tesla Wall Connector
Tesla Wall Connector
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+6

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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JP McCurdy Electrical Services Inc
4.4(
524
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Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We highly recommend J.P. McCurdy Electrical Services. We hired this exceptional shop to replace all the old knob and tube wiring (along with switching out a number of light fixtures and installing several ceiling fans) in our 120-year-old Victorian home – a challenging job that a couple of other electricians didn’t feel confident undertaking. Owner Jack McCurdy personally came to size up the job and give us a detailed estimate, and his professionalism, courtesy and extensive knowledge sold us. What was originally thought to be a two-week job was finished in six working days as foreman Joe Costain efficiently deployed his crew and brought in a second crew on a few days to expedite the work. Joe was great at communicating what kind of activity we could expect day-to-day, especially as both my wife and I are working from home fulltime during the COVID pandemic. He and the crew checked in frequently on our preferences, minimized the number of holes in the ceilings and walls (including avoiding harming our wallpaper in a couple of rooms altogether), and cleaned up well at the end of every day. Jack’s estimate was competitive and the final accounting accurately included the additions and subtractions we agreed to during the job. We feel so much better that we’ve finally eliminated the risky knob and tube wiring and updated the entire house’s electrical system. McCurdy is a full-service shop that does all kinds of electrical work – if you want a trustworthy and capable electrician, give Jack a call!"
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+9

Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Mike Medzhidov
4.8(
160
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Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Highly recommend. He installed our EV charger and also transfer switch so we can use our EV battery to power things in the house during power outage. Very knowledgeable in his field. Very easy to work with. Friendly and respectful. And extremely responsive to my inquiries (even off hours). Will definitely hire him again for other electrical needs. So glad to have found him."
Lights
Remodel
Wall washing
Low voltage,  remote transformer,  island lighting
LED undercabinet lighting

+8

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Brandon Phillips Electric
5.0(
76
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Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brandon very professional and thorough , I have quirky electric which readily sorted out. His price was reasonable and he was a pleasure to deal with! Beth Newton"
Avalon Saugus
200 amp service
Milton house renovation
Liberty Tree Mall
Avalon parking lot

+27

Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical service projects in Watertown, MA

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:

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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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