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Certified Electrical Technologies

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

About us

Certified Electrical Technologies (CET) is a full-service electrical contracting firm serving residential, contractor, retail, real estate, and commercial clients in Suburban Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Certified Electrical Technologies (CET) is a full-service electrical contracting firm serving residential, contractor, retail, real estate, and commercial clients in Suburban Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Since 1979, CET has been committed to providing the latest technology, highest quality products and superior customer service. Our goal is to provide Total Customer Satisfaction. CET offers fast, efficient scheduling, excellent service by highly-trained technicians, and competitive pricing. This strategy is what sets us apart from our competition and has made us leaders in the Electrical Service industry. As your electrician, we are especially proud of our outstanding staff, comprised of highly trained electricians and engineers. Our staff has been personally recruited for their particular expertise, integrity and commitment to excellence. These qualities make them CET’s most valuable asset and ensure our clients of total satisfaction. Additional phones - (410)823-5252, (410)312-5252, (410)295-5005, (301)858-5252. Award winning. Additional address - PO Box 60650 Rockville, MD, 20859, 7879 Cessna Ave Gaithersburg, MD 20879.

Business highlights

46 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Upgrades, panel replacements, GFI receptacles, smoke detectors, lighting upgrades & installation, surge arrestors, home automation, troubleshooting, ceiling fans, recessed lighting, heavy UPS, correct code violations & carbon monoxide detectors.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.8887 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
87%
4
5%
3
3%
2
1%
1
4%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.8
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.9
Showing 151-175 of 887 reviews

Janna K.
03/2015
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
Eric was great. He was efficient, professional and knowledgeable. I would definitely use Certified Electric again.
Description of Work: Provided and installed new Master and Slave 5-way switches. Removed defunct switches in three areas. Added blank plates as needed. Troubleshot issue with ceiling fan/heater in family room.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for another nice review. We look forward to your next project !

Kristin H.
03/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Scheduling was easy, prices were very reasonable (or seem so to me!), and the technician was extremely personable and professional.
Description of Work: Installed two new smoke detectors, and provided guidance on new wiring for a third.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$95

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. We look forward to your next project !

Cindy F.
03/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
We had a wiring short in the circuit panel box. CET sent an electrician to look at the box to ensure it had been repaired properly and was safe. Upon review, he found the main circuit breaker was lose and a hazard. He had to disconnect everything that ran on dual breakers which meant we were without heat, hot water, oven and clothes dryer. Our panel is more than 30 years old and the company who made it is now out of business. The part could not be found locally and Gary spent time on the weekend answering my constant emails and locating a part. He had the shipping expedited so the part arrived quickly. As soon as the part arrived, he scheduled the service call to our house. Alan returned and got us up and running in a short period of time. We discussed with him replacing the old panel and putting as surge protector on the house. When we have this done in a couple of months, it will definitely be with CET. I found this company particularly responsive, pleasant and professional. I know from experience not many companies anymore would be answering nagging emails on the weekend and locating hard to find parts on their time off. For that we are extremely grateful. I highly recommend this company. We found their prices to be very reasonable and competitive. Their staff is terrific.
Description of Work: The electrician, Alan, repaired the circuit panel.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$320

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the terrific review! When we have a client that has no (or limited power) our team pulls-together and finds the best solution to the situation. We also maintain great communication with our client and let them know exactly what we are doing to resolve the issue. We are pleased that we were able to get this done quickly and efficiently and look forward to replacing the panel once the weather gets better.

Richard G.
03/2015
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Repairman called prior to arrival. He arrived in the estimated time that was given to us. He was immediately able to diagnose the problem and correct it. He was friendly and personable. Would definitely use this company again.
Description of Work: Repaired a chandoler light switch that was not working.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$95

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. We look forward to your next project !

KEVIN C.
03/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Setting up the appointment was easy, the technician called when he was on his way and arrived well within the window. He was friendly, need and knew what he was doing. It was a difficult diagnosis - there were switches and outlets that weren't working in multiple rooms, but he tracked down the problem, explained the issue and made the necessary repairs. We were very pleased. We will use them again and recommend them to others.
Description of Work: We had all the switches and outlets on one circuit go out, but there was no breaker tripped. Technician did a great job of tracing the problem. The previous homeowner apparently replaced 15 amp breakers with 20 amps so they wouldn't trip as easily. The electrician explained how dangerous that is and we will be replacing those breakers soon. As an example, the outage occurred when a short in the wall burned out the outlet. We are very lucky it didn't start a fire. All that, and yet it was a relatively easy fix. He replaced a few outlets, re-wired as needed and we will follow up later to replace the breakers.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the terrific review and endorsement. Our highly experienced techs are excellent troubleshooters and problem solvers. Combined we have hundreds of years of experience and we work as a team to ensure the successful completion of any project.

Robert K.
02/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Electrician was prompt, courteous, and efficient. He checked everything easily & quickly, and he also replaced a GFCI receptacle with a new one that I had purchased (and therefore only charged for labor). He was knowledgeable about how the wiring can be in older homes and explained things clearly.
Description of Work: Verified all receptacles were either grounded or GFCI-protected (to satisfy home buyer's property inspection request). Replaced a faulty GFCI receptacle.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. As you can see, not only are our techs experts at electrical service, they are also excellent communicators as well.

ANN C.
02/2015
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Certified Electrical Technologies scheduled my appointment within three days of my call (after my regular electrician said he could get to me in about six weeks). The technician called ahead of time and arrived within the specified time frame. He was personable, competent, and efficient. He accomplished all the repairs, explained what he was doing, and took the old smoke alarms with him for disposal. I was happy to receive prompt and professional service.
Description of Work: Replaced a broken light switch, repaired a recessed lighting fixture, installed three smoke alarms on existing base plates, inspected existing CO detector.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$145

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. We were happy to deliver prompt and professional service !

Joseph G.
02/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The service was excellent. We were very pleased.
Description of Work: Big Deal for 2 Hours of Licensed, Professional Electrical Labor

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. We look forward to your next project !

herbert W.
02/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
This was a "Big Deal" for whole house surge protection. The job was scheduled and completed very efficiently, on time and in good order. Very pleased!
Description of Work: Installed whole house surge protection.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$189

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. The Whole House Surge Arrestor protects every electronic and electrical device in a home from damage resulting from Lightning or a utility surge (which happen every day). No home should be without this important safety device. It is literally the least expensive insurance a homeowner can purchase for their home. It is backed with a lifetime replacement warranty AND a $25,000 manufacturer's protected equipment warranty.

Jacqueline B.
02/2015
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Very well. Steve was courteous, gracious, upfront and honest with me. While I did not book him this time for a service call, Certified Electrical will definitely be on the top of my list for future needs.
Description of Work: I called to inquire about the Big Deal they were offering for an electrical safety inspection. I am a bit concerned about bulbs blowing out repeatedly that it might be a wiring issue. I spoke with Steve. He was very courteous and professional. I explained my concern with him and asked if checking wiring was part of the Big Deal. It is not. He told me that in situations like mine, it is very difficult to find any problems. He gave me some suggestions on what might be the problem and what I could try to see if it rectified the problem. I appreciated that he took the time to review my concerns and he was honest and up front about the service call cost to diagnose the problem - and it would not likely reveal any issues. Bottom line, I would spend a lot of money and not know anymore than I did before the diagnostics.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for taking time to post a review even though we did not provide service. We are happy to answer questions and consult over the phone with our clients (and potential clients). If we do not think that a service visit will solve an issue, we let our clients know and seek to resolve the issue in other ways. Unlike most other firms, it is not about the money for us. We have found that if we provide excellent service and charge a competitive rate, when appropriate (not billing for unnecessary service), we will earn our clients' trust, and then we are successful !

Jean D.
02/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I previously had a gas dryer and they installed an electrical dryer. I thought they were great. The technician who came out was very resourceful. A fuse in the electrical panel needed to be replaced due to the different heating element. Instead of installing a new part, he had a part already available on the truck that worked out just fine. The work was completed in about an hour and turned out well. I had called them back an additional time when I was searching for an electrician, but they said they no longer work in this area.
Description of Work: I purchased a deal for two hours of electrical labor.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. We look forward to your next project !

DIANE S.
02/2015
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Appointment was easy to schedule. The technician, Eric, arrived on time. Work was completed in a timely fashion. I have used this company before and would highly recommend them for their knowledge, professionalism, and expertise.
Description of Work: Replaced a timer switch for exterior lighting. Installed a floor box. And checked landscape lighting for malfunctions.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$190

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. We look forward to your next project !

William T.
02/2015
5.0
electrician, holiday decorators
  + 0 more
It turned out very well. They charged me more than the "Big Deal." They did a good job so we had them do additional items. He's very knowledgeable. He explained everything that he was going to do. He did it promptly. He handled the additional request as a matter-of-factly. The whole thing was an A+ operation. The quality of work is the number one reason why I'll use them in the future.
Description of Work: I purchased a "Big Deal" for Certified Electrical Technologies. It was for a whole house surge protection. They put in the whole house surge protection. They also put in additional circuits. They put in an outside receptacle.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Marie C.
02/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They came right out. Everything checked out ok and he gave my mother some advice. The service was excellent, very professional and we were pleased.
Description of Work: I used Certified Electrical Technologies

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$89

Ruth V.
02/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It went really well. They didn't know what kind of work we needed but when they got here they had all the tools that were needed. We are working on a lot of remodeling so having the electrical checked was holding us up. They came and the work was done in about an hour which we were very pleased with. We will definitely use them again on our remodeling if we need electrical work done.
Description of Work: They did some minor electrical work. They took out a plug and replaced a breaker.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$252

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. We look forward to your next project !

Frank L.
02/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The technician that came out did a really great job.
Description of Work: Checked outlets to make sure everything was okay.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$89

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. We look forward to your next project !

Andy L.
02/2015
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The inspection was pretty thorough. However, there was no written report. Only a verbal one.
Description of Work: Whole house safety check.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$89

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the review. Although our techs do not issue a written report when they perform an Electrical Safety Inspection (it is done verbally) our office analyzes the inspection information and sends an email to outline the results of the inspection.

John R.
02/2015
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
David came within the expected time window, was efficient, seemed to know what he was doing, got things straightened out relatively quickly, and was willing to answer my questions about various electrical things around the house.
Description of Work: Evaluate problems with light over washer/dryer and light at front door. Installed two switches, reinstalled one light. Consulted on problems with electrical service to the garage and options for installing a new door bell,

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$196

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. Not only are our highly-experienced techs great at what they do, they have terrific communication skills that include explaining what they are doing to a client and their progress on a project. Great communication is a key component to a successful project.

stephen A.
01/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They are awesome. Listened to me and found the problem right away.
Description of Work: Found a short in my wiring.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$95

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
"They are awesome" We have to agree with this sentiment and work very hard to achieve our goal of 100% customer satisfaction. Listening to our clients is a very important factor in the excellent communication level we strive for in each interaction. In our 30+ years, we have found that excellent communication is a key component to a superior service experience

Stephen R.
01/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It went very well. The electrician was very professional. I was very impressed with the service.
Description of Work: The electrician replaced a ceiling fan and some outlets.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
"I was very impressed with the service." Every member of our team works together to provide a superior service experience. Comments like this shows the training and hard work pays-off ! We look forward to your next project !

Melvin S.
01/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
He found a few things we didn't know about and made recommendations on how to fix them. Also provided estimates on electrical work we were looking at having done -- very reasonable.
Description of Work: Full home electrical inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$89

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review and glad to hear that you found the Electrical Safety Inspection helpful. At $89 for AL subscribers it is a real bargain and provides a great insight into a home's electrical system.

Michael C.
01/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Eric, the technician, was very responsive, punctual, knowledgable, and went above and beyond what was standard. Great service and company.
Description of Work: Electrical survey and safety inspection.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$85

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review and we are pleased to hear that you found the AL 10 Point Safety Inspection helpful. We look forward to your next project !

Matthew C.
01/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They were professional, punctual, personable and very knowledgeable. We will definitely be using them again in the future.
Description of Work: Breaker Box Replacement/Upgrade

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,400

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. This is a perfect example of how excellent teamwork resulted in a successful multi-stage project. From the development of a plant to the coordination with the Utility Company and County Inspector our team ensured that every phase of the project went perfectly. We not only performed a 200 amp Service Upgrade but also had to figure out the mysteries of a prior owner's DIY nightmare. We also had to remediate an Aluminum wire issue in the process. The terrific review that we received is a testament to the skill, dedication and commitment to customer service that every member of our team works hard to achieve.

Julie M.
01/2015
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
We bought a new stove but could not get it installed because some piping had to be fixed first. There was also an electric outlet that needed to be checked behind the stove. I mentioned to Certified Electrical that I needed a technician to come out as soon as possible. I coordinated with the plumber (Alpha Plumbing) and Certified Electrical was here early Wednesday--which worked out really well. The technician, Eric, was polite, efficient, knowledgeable, and professional. We plan to change some ceiling fans and do some additional lighting. We are planning to call Certified Electrical again because we are so pleased with their customer service and professionalism.
Description of Work: Technician checked an outlet that looked unsafe, spiced copper wire to aluminum and used purple wire nuts. Checked another outlet of concern.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$107.5

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the terrific review. We are so pleased to hear that we provided a superior service experience and look forward to your next project.

Anna C.
01/2015
1.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The electrician came out and looked at the issue. He did not do any work just left. He told us there are some short circuits and that we'd need a professional electrician to fix the issue (???!). This is a service request from American Home Shield, so the service charge is not that much, but they should still get things fixed since that's why we bought home warranty. NOT happy with the service! Have not heard back from them after the service either, if they can't even fix short circuits, what does it mean to be "CERTIFIED ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGIES"? This is very basic for an electrician to fix. Very disappointed, DO NOT USE!
Description of Work: Fixing electrical shorts in the house

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0


Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Although we perform work for the Home Warranty firm AHS we have never done work for this subscriber or at this address. Our records go back to 2010. We will contact AL and let them know this is an erroneous review.

Contact information

Ellicott City, Bowie, Towson, Glen Burnie, Laurel Annapolis, Baltimore, Edgewater, Pikesville, Columbia, MD 21046

http://www.certifiedelec.com/

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
4141

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Home Security Systems,
Holiday Decorating,
Outdoor Kitchens,
Home Automation,
Wells and Pumps,
Home inspection

FAQ

Certified Electrical Technologies is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Certified Electrical Technologies accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Certified Electrical Technologies does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, Certified Electrical Technologies offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Certified Electrical Technologies does not offer a senior discount.
No, Certified Electrical Technologies does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Certified Electrical Technologies offers warranties.
Certified Electrical Technologies offers the following services: Upgrades, panel replacements, GFI receptacles, smoke detectors, lighting upgrades & installation, surge arrestors, home automation, troubleshooting, ceiling fans, recessed lighting, heavy UPS, correct code violations & carbon monoxide detectors.

Contact information

Ellicott City, Bowie, Towson, Glen Burnie, Laurel Annapolis, Baltimore, Edgewater, Pikesville, Columbia, MD 21046

http://www.certifiedelec.com/

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM