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Avatar for Electric Mechanical Solutions LLC
Electric Mechanical Solutions LLC
5.0(
26
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Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Electric Mechanical Solutions did a great job with installing new landscaping lighting and transformers around my house. Very detailed and precise, and communicated every step of the way. Would hire again!"
Lighting installation
Lighting installation
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+39

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by4%of homeowners
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Widur Corp
4.8(
111
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Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He did an excellent job.  It turned out to be more work than originally estimated to replaced the kitchen light with 2 recessed lights.He was very professional and did outstanding work.  I would hire him in the future for any other electrical needs.

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Recommended by99%of homeowners
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LPD+Architectural Stonescapes
4.1(
219
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Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Although it was a little tough to connect in the beginning (due to summer rush and holiday weekend), once Maria and I connected, things went very smoothly.
She came to my house, measured and provided a quote in a very timely manner.  
I had to go through my HOA, and she was quite helpful. Providing the drawings and contacting J.U.L.I.E. as required by the HOA (and even coming out a second time to get additional details requested by the HOA).
We had set a tentative installation date (pending HOA approval) and were lucky that the HOA approval was received in the nick of time and the weather held out.
The crew showed up on time and worked tirelessly all day to complete the job. When they ran out of bricks, they went back out to buy more.  Maria  was there the entire time overseeing the work.  At one point we had an issue with the level of the patio where the base of the steps and the side of the house were out of sync (huge downward slope).  She noted the issue and provided a sound recommendation which I approved. At the end of the day, they cleaned up the entire area.  They had carefully removed sod, mulch and some of my plants to install the brick patio and when they were done installing, they replaced the sod, mulch and even replanted my flowers.  Impressive!!  Everything washed up (even the handprints on the staircase) and clean.  They were also very careful with the surrounding area.  I live in a townhouse and they used wheel barrels to bring in all the materials.  They were careful not to destroy any of the common area.  This is a huge plus and greatly appreciated.  
Overall, it was a very positive experience and I highly recommend LDP.  I love my new patio - even though it is small, it adds a whole new room for me outdoors.  Wish I could add pictures, it turned out great!!"
Front Entrance
Garden Walls
Patio
Brussels Block Patio
Brussels Dimensional Seat Wall

+20

Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Adams Electrical Services
4.2(
494
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Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Initally, my husband saw a groupon with a deal for a 7KW generator issued by Adams Electrical Services and we were very excited to see such a deal offered considering generators can be very expensive. However, we were unsure about hiring this company. At the time I was not a member of Angies List but my neightbor was and she looked them up for me. Glad she did. What an outstanding group of Electrians at Adams.  We reached out to Adams Electrical Serives, and Dorian Adams (Owner) came out for a consultation and after answering numerous questions asked by yours truly, Dorian advised us that we should upgrade to a larger generator than what we purchased especially since we wanted our central air uinit on the generator too. I learned a great deal about electricity that evening and we went forward with purchasing the larger generator. On installation day, Dorian and his crew were punctual, professional and very personable.  They were even concerned about getting my carpeted basement stairs dirty and helped me cover them. Installation went smooth.  Dorian monitored his crew's work closely and even had his own post-installation checklist to esure all went as it should.  They did a very through job and cleaned up whatever mess they made too. 
I would and have recommended this company to my neighbors. 
FYI my power went out last night (7/22/14) due to lightning striking the transformer during a nasty storm.
Guess who wasn't in the dark?   Thanks again Adams Electrical Services.

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Recommended by88%of homeowners
Uptime, Inc.
4.7(
11
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Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Half of their work is very good. The other half is mediocre. They patched, acid etched and coated our 58 year old concrete porch with polymer modified coatings. Less than 6 months later the coating is worn and chipping off. They acid etched and coated the garage floor and said it would probably crack someday. Someday was 3 weeks. They removed the old wrought iron railings and installed new aluminum railings whose angles and placement do not match. They still have not replaced the small railing gate protecting the basement stairs. They installed Unilock Pavers. The pavers are basically level. They were supposed to repair and reinstall our chain link fence gate. They dug out one post and reset it leaning north. The gate was worse than before they started. We had to pay someone else to fix it so that it stays closed. They removed and replaced the asphalt driveway and did an excellent job but we spent 2 weeks with the driveway dug down to the clay with machinery and debris everywhere. The two river rock sections are very well done. They work, when they please. They say “we’ll be here tomorrow” and finally show up days later with increasingly outrageous explanations. This project is not finished and we are very displeased with the quality of the work and the way that Uptime Builders do business."
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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StoneMark Hardscapes Inc
5.0(
39
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Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"StoneMark did an amazing job installing our new patio this year. It was ultimately a smooth process from start to finish which we hadn't experience with any other contractor before. Pete was great with design ideas and layouts. Their prices are very competitive and will give you the best deal for the job. Highly recommend StoneMark with your outdoor projects as we will use them indefinitely for future work."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for outdoor lighting plan and installation projects in Thornton, IL

Permit requirements for outdoor lighting vary depending on your location and project scope. Simple fixture replacements don't require permits, but projects involving new electrical circuits, extensive trenching, or significant system expansions often do. Local building departments establish these requirements, and many professional electricians handle permit applications as part of their service package.

The timeline for outdoor lighting installation varies based on project complexity. Basic systems might require only one to two days for complete installation, while extensive lighting networks with numerous fixtures and complex wiring needs could extend to a week or longer. Weather conditions, property accessibility, and soil characteristics can all influence how quickly professionals can complete your installation.

Outdoor lighting offers both practical and aesthetic benefits that many homeowners find valuable. Beyond enhancing nighttime visibility and security, well-designed lighting can highlight architectural features and extend outdoor living hours. While installation represents a significant investment, quality lighting may potentially increase property appeal and could contribute to overall home value.

Some outdoor lighting projects are suitable for homeowner installation, particularly simple solar fixtures or low-voltage systems that plug into existing outlets. However, projects requiring new electrical connections, permanent wiring, or integration with home electrical systems demand professional expertise. Electrical work carries inherent safety risks, and improper installation could create fire hazards or code violations.

The operating cost for outdoor lighting depends primarily on your fixture types, bulb selection, and usage patterns. Energy-efficient LED fixtures consume significantly less electricity than traditional incandescent or halogen alternatives. Controlling your lighting with timers, photocells, or motion sensors can further reduce energy usage by ensuring lights operate only when needed or beneficial.

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