Veteran-owned small business dedicated to your specific needs. With our diverse and in depth qualifications and knowledge, we are the solution to all of your electrical needs. Utilizing state-of-the-art infrared technology, we can diagnose and resolve issues faster and more efficiently. Give us a call and experience professional service with modern solutions today! Serving Waterloo, Columbia, Valmeyer, Maeystown, Red Bud, and Millstadt. Areas further than 20 miles outside of Waterloo, or across the river, will have additional travel fees.
"Jacob installed new breakers, wiring, and outlets in our unfinished basement. He was professional and personable throughout the process - from initial contact to finished product. He completed the project in a timely manner and at a reasonable price, and he was responsive throughout the experience. If we have any future electrical needs, we will be calling Jacob."
Chris M on October 2023
Veteran-owned small business dedicated to your specific needs. With our diverse and in depth qualifications and knowledge, we are the solution to all of your electrical needs. Utilizing state-of-the-art infrared technology, we can diagnose and resolve issues faster and more efficiently. Give us a call and experience professional service with modern solutions today! Serving Waterloo, Columbia, Valmeyer, Maeystown, Red Bud, and Millstadt. Areas further than 20 miles outside of Waterloo, or across the river, will have additional travel fees.
"Jacob installed new breakers, wiring, and outlets in our unfinished basement. He was professional and personable throughout the process - from initial contact to finished product. He completed the project in a timely manner and at a reasonable price, and he was responsive throughout the experience. If we have any future electrical needs, we will be calling Jacob."
Chris M on October 2023
Welcome to De Soto Ozarks Electric Co., Owner and operator, Paul, takes great pride in his professionalism and customer satisfaction. Paul and his team are the experts you need to take care of your home! With over 15 years of experience we can handle any project you want with promptness and professionalism. We will always treat your home as we would our own and will make you our top priority. Give De Soto Ozarks Electric Co., a call today! You will not be disappointed. If reaching out please keep in mind we do have a $100 service call charge for travel time and first hour of labor.
"This business has no customer skills whatsoever. They do not respond. They do stupid stuff like they will like your message then come back and unlike your message but they will not respond to your message. I asked 3 times to just let me know if they were not interested or don?t come to my area and they refused to respond."
Ron S on July 2024
Welcome to De Soto Ozarks Electric Co., Owner and operator, Paul, takes great pride in his professionalism and customer satisfaction. Paul and his team are the experts you need to take care of your home! With over 15 years of experience we can handle any project you want with promptness and professionalism. We will always treat your home as we would our own and will make you our top priority. Give De Soto Ozarks Electric Co., a call today! You will not be disappointed. If reaching out please keep in mind we do have a $100 service call charge for travel time and first hour of labor.
"This business has no customer skills whatsoever. They do not respond. They do stupid stuff like they will like your message then come back and unlike your message but they will not respond to your message. I asked 3 times to just let me know if they were not interested or don?t come to my area and they refused to respond."
Ron S on July 2024
Mr. Electric has the power to make things better at your home in the St. Louis & St. Charles metro-areas. Embrace the ease of call-ahead scheduling with Mr. Electric's 24/7 customer service. Our skilled service professionals prioritize quality, respect your home, and provide transparent upfront pricing for peace of mind. All backed by our done right promise.
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Dalton M on November 2024
Mr. Electric has the power to make things better at your home in the St. Louis & St. Charles metro-areas. Embrace the ease of call-ahead scheduling with Mr. Electric's 24/7 customer service. Our skilled service professionals prioritize quality, respect your home, and provide transparent upfront pricing for peace of mind. All backed by our done right promise.
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Dalton M on November 2024
Exquisite Interiors is owned and operated by Bryan Dace. I have over 20 years of experience and my motto is "I get the job done right the first time." Exquisite Interiors provides exceptional service to the surrounding areas. Always taking pride in all of our services. Whatever your home improvement needs may be, you can count on Exquisite Interiors to leave you satisfied and happy. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients.
"I'm working with 3 contractors and he is by far the best! We had a fire in our house and he has taken care of the demo. In the past he did our kitchen remodel."
Nancy N on October 2018
Exquisite Interiors is owned and operated by Bryan Dace. I have over 20 years of experience and my motto is "I get the job done right the first time." Exquisite Interiors provides exceptional service to the surrounding areas. Always taking pride in all of our services. Whatever your home improvement needs may be, you can count on Exquisite Interiors to leave you satisfied and happy. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients.
"I'm working with 3 contractors and he is by far the best! We had a fire in our house and he has taken care of the demo. In the past he did our kitchen remodel."
Nancy N on October 2018
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Colby has done several projects for me. Everything from running a water line for my refrigerator, hanging and reinforcing shelves in my closet, replacing the wood around my patio door on the outside, and replacing my outdoor .electrical outlet. My next project will be a complete bathroom remodel and I have complete confidence he will do an excellent job as always. Colby is hard working, reasonable. I highly recommend him for any project!"
Vivian W on May 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Colby has done several projects for me. Everything from running a water line for my refrigerator, hanging and reinforcing shelves in my closet, replacing the wood around my patio door on the outside, and replacing my outdoor .electrical outlet. My next project will be a complete bathroom remodel and I have complete confidence he will do an excellent job as always. Colby is hard working, reasonable. I highly recommend him for any project!"
Vivian W on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Responded quickly. He was efficient, polite & his bid was very reasonable. Glad I hired him! "
Debbi R on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Responded quickly. He was efficient, polite & his bid was very reasonable. Glad I hired him! "
Debbi R on May 2025
Were a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!
"I had SCF do some work on my house. Eric was dependable and trustworthy. He was upfront in the scope of work and was fair on pricing. Start to finish, he showed his knowledge and even answered additional questions that I had. I would recommend Eric wholeheartedly for any electrical work that I needed without hesitation. "
Nathan B on May 2025
Were a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!
"I had SCF do some work on my house. Eric was dependable and trustworthy. He was upfront in the scope of work and was fair on pricing. Start to finish, he showed his knowledge and even answered additional questions that I had. I would recommend Eric wholeheartedly for any electrical work that I needed without hesitation. "
Nathan B on May 2025
Tiger Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services 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. Please give us a call today!
"Broke electrical line to yard light. Said they are not responsible. Also, someone there said to call back to arrange to get it fixed. When I did, was told they do not do electrical work in Champaign. My wife had informed the technician of underground wire before work began. In addition, can not close closet door because of Jack hammering that was done. As a result, dust was all throughout the house."
Uzee P on March 2025
Tiger Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services 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. Please give us a call today!
"Broke electrical line to yard light. Said they are not responsible. Also, someone there said to call back to arrange to get it fixed. When I did, was told they do not do electrical work in Champaign. My wife had informed the technician of underground wire before work began. In addition, can not close closet door because of Jack hammering that was done. As a result, dust was all throughout the house."
Uzee P on March 2025
Fully licensed, bonded, and insured, Wired Electric's expert team can handle any job from small service calls to custom new-build homes - and everything in between. Allow us to show you why we should be your preferred electricians for panel/service upgrades, electric vehicle chargers, and any other electrical project to enhance your home's safety and energy efficiency. It would be our pleasure to serve you!
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Devika N on September 2020
Fully licensed, bonded, and insured, Wired Electric's expert team can handle any job from small service calls to custom new-build homes - and everything in between. Allow us to show you why we should be your preferred electricians for panel/service upgrades, electric vehicle chargers, and any other electrical project to enhance your home's safety and energy efficiency. It would be our pleasure to serve you!
"Very pleased with their work. Professional, honest and ethical people. I would get any of my electrical work done by them. I have already told my friends and family about them."
Devika N on September 2020
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Warning signs include outlets that no longer grip plugs securely, visible damage to the faceplate, unusual warmth, or discoloration around the outlet. If you notice sparking when plugging in devices, breakers that trip when the outlet is used, or detect burning smells, these indicate potentially serious problems requiring immediate professional attention.
A straightforward outlet replacement takes a qualified electrician about 30 minutes or less. However, if the outlet has significant damage or the electrician needs to diagnose underlying electrical issues, the repair might extend to a couple of hours. The timeline depends on the complexity of the problem, accessibility of the outlet, and whether additional electrical work is needed.
While simple outlet replacement is technically possible for homeowners with basic electrical knowledge, safety concerns make professional installation advisable. If attempting DIY repairs, you must properly shut off power at the breaker box and verify the circuit is dead using a voltage tester. Complex issues involving circuit problems or specialized outlets should always be handled by licensed professionals to ensure safety and code compliance.
There's no set replacement schedule for electrical outlets in good condition. Instead, replace outlets when you notice signs of damage, loose connections, or functionality problems. Outlets in older homes may need updating to meet current safety codes, especially if they lack proper grounding or are located in areas now requiring GFCI protection, such as kitchens and bathrooms.
GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlets contain specialized safety technology that monitors electrical current and quickly cuts power when imbalances are detected. These complex internal components make them more expensive than standard outlets. Additionally, they must be installed in specific locations to meet electrical code requirements, often requiring specialized installation techniques that increase labor costs.
Request verification of proper licensing and insurance coverage. Ask about their experience with similar repairs and their process for diagnosing electrical problems. Request a written estimate detailing parts, labor, and any potential additional costs. Inquire about warranties on their work and the expected completion timeframe. Also, ask if they'll inspect the circuit associated with the problematic outlet to identify any related issues.