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
Jarvis Electrical Contracting, Inc. has over a decade of experience with new home electric services, commercial building electric services, installation of upgrades and maintenance, industrial applications, solar energy installations and lighting upgrade applications. We are dedicated to providing you with all electrical solutions to make your home comfortable, efficient, and updated. We have the skills to complete unique installations and troubleshoot the most complex situation. We are a small company that allows competitive pricing with outstanding results. W e will focus on all customers unique needs one job at a time. We want to build lasting relationships with trust and confidence so that Jarvis Electrical Contracting, Inc . will be your electrical contractor for life.
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Phyllis S on April 2025
Jarvis Electrical Contracting, Inc. has over a decade of experience with new home electric services, commercial building electric services, installation of upgrades and maintenance, industrial applications, solar energy installations and lighting upgrade applications. We are dedicated to providing you with all electrical solutions to make your home comfortable, efficient, and updated. We have the skills to complete unique installations and troubleshoot the most complex situation. We are a small company that allows competitive pricing with outstanding results. W e will focus on all customers unique needs one job at a time. We want to build lasting relationships with trust and confidence so that Jarvis Electrical Contracting, Inc . will be your electrical contractor for life.
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Phyllis S on April 2025
Welcome to MEI Electric, Inc.! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you! MEI Electric is committed to exceeding your expectations and is uniquely qualified to provide you unsurpassed service and attention to detail. We follow strict guidelines to ensure the quality & safety of our work. We provide service & repair, systems troubleshooting, and new installation for commercial, light industrial & residential customers. From small jobs to large-scale projects, MEI Electric gives every customer the quality and service they expect and deserve. We are dedicated to making sure each job is done correctly, on time, and at a fair price.Our primary mission is to provide quality services at reasonable prices.
"If you want to hire an electrician you can trust, Tim is the guy to call! Amazing!"
Roger S on August 2019
Welcome to MEI Electric, Inc.! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you! MEI Electric is committed to exceeding your expectations and is uniquely qualified to provide you unsurpassed service and attention to detail. We follow strict guidelines to ensure the quality & safety of our work. We provide service & repair, systems troubleshooting, and new installation for commercial, light industrial & residential customers. From small jobs to large-scale projects, MEI Electric gives every customer the quality and service they expect and deserve. We are dedicated to making sure each job is done correctly, on time, and at a fair price.Our primary mission is to provide quality services at reasonable prices.
"If you want to hire an electrician you can trust, Tim is the guy to call! Amazing!"
Roger S on August 2019
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
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
We are the experts in the field of Whole Home Generator Sales and Installation, with over 20 years of experience in the game. We provide turn-key installation by licensed professionals - 24 hour emergency service - Remote Monitoring - Long term maintenance and service by factory trained technicians.
We are the experts in the field of Whole Home Generator Sales and Installation, with over 20 years of experience in the game. We provide turn-key installation by licensed professionals - 24 hour emergency service - Remote Monitoring - Long term maintenance and service by factory trained technicians.
Jarvis electric is a local family owned and operated business. We take pride in performing quality electric work at a reasonable price. We have over twenty years of experience in the electrical field. Honesty and integrity are two qualities we believe help to build a successful business. At Jarvis Electric we are building relationships, one job at a time. Update: We are currently not servicing East St. Louis.
"Jarvis Electric did all of the electric for our new build and has come back to add additional items that we have added since we have been in the home. Super responsive and quick to complete all requested work. Top notch service. Extremely reasonable price. I appreciate that they always keep a clean worksite and never leave a mess, even if coming back the next day to finish a job. I have not only used them for my home but referred them to my mom and dad as well when they needed work done. Great company with great people and really easy to deal with. They truly went above and beyond."
Keith J on June 2023
Jarvis electric is a local family owned and operated business. We take pride in performing quality electric work at a reasonable price. We have over twenty years of experience in the electrical field. Honesty and integrity are two qualities we believe help to build a successful business. At Jarvis Electric we are building relationships, one job at a time. Update: We are currently not servicing East St. Louis.
"Jarvis Electric did all of the electric for our new build and has come back to add additional items that we have added since we have been in the home. Super responsive and quick to complete all requested work. Top notch service. Extremely reasonable price. I appreciate that they always keep a clean worksite and never leave a mess, even if coming back the next day to finish a job. I have not only used them for my home but referred them to my mom and dad as well when they needed work done. Great company with great people and really easy to deal with. They truly went above and beyond."
Keith J on June 2023
We started in 1976, to provide quality and assurance to always satisfy the customer. We guarantee all of our work, and our employees deliver this proud craftsmanship. We also offer 24 hour emergency service. With a live answering service to take your calls, we have owners and electricians that are on standby around the clock.
"Quick response and job well done within a couple days."
Sharon A on January 2025
We started in 1976, to provide quality and assurance to always satisfy the customer. We guarantee all of our work, and our employees deliver this proud craftsmanship. We also offer 24 hour emergency service. With a live answering service to take your calls, we have owners and electricians that are on standby around the clock.
"Quick response and job well done within a couple days."
Sharon A on January 2025
CD Electric is a local, family-owned electrcial contractor that specializes in service, repair, and new construction in the residential and commercial setting. We go above and beyond with all our jobs because that’s our duty to our customer. Our aim is to give customers consistent and reliable service that they can trust. From the time we answer the phone to the completion of the job we are committing to give our customers the best experience.
"Showed up and finished the job no issues."
Bretton M on April 2025
CD Electric is a local, family-owned electrcial contractor that specializes in service, repair, and new construction in the residential and commercial setting. We go above and beyond with all our jobs because that’s our duty to our customer. Our aim is to give customers consistent and reliable service that they can trust. From the time we answer the phone to the completion of the job we are committing to give our customers the best experience.
"Showed up and finished the job no issues."
Bretton M on April 2025
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.