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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 201-225 of 887 reviews

Deborah C.
09/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I was very pleased with the job. The technician was very pleasant.
Description of Work: I had them check my receptacle and to put a new plug on my dishwasher.

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
$110

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
"I was very pleased with the job. The technician was very pleasant." Thank you for the great review. Delivering a superior service experience is our goal !

jeanne M.
09/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
He was personable as he went about his work. He had done work previously on Baltimore houses. I told him I am considering selling the house and wanted to see if there was anything wrong electrically. He commented on the GF outlet placement in the kitchen. I appreciate his advice that when the house is inspected by the buyer, they will make a list of things that need to be fixed and to wait until that time to do any repairs. He said your company would be able to fix anything they find, no matter how small. He gave me his card which I will keep for future reference. Thank you very much!
Description of Work: checked all electrical sockets, advised on GF outlet placement, checked breaker box

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
Thank you very much ! We appreciate your taking time to share your thoughts on our service and we are pleased to hear that you were 100% satisfied. We look forward to your next project !

Maria B.
08/2014
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Perfect. Showed up on time. Explained the process. Friendly and professional. Completed the job neatly. Cleaned up the mess. Price was within $25 of estimate. Could not have been better.
Description of Work: Replaced a hanging light with can lights.

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
$300

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
"Perfect" "Could not have been better" Wow! Thanks for the terrific review. Every member of our staff works very hard to ensure a superior service experience for our clients and it is great to hear that we achieved this goal !

Nathan H.
08/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
My wife primarily dealt with them. Scheduling was not a problem.
Description of Work: They provided an electrical safety inspection. They provided a sheet with recommendations such as having a surge protector installed.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the nice review. We hope that you found the 10 Point Safety Inspection at $89 a terrific value !

Michael W.
08/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It went well. The electrician was prompt and professional. He hung a couple of batthroom lights and and handled one that was difficult fairly well.
Description of Work: hang a bathroom lights

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
$100

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review! Our highly experienced techs can handle everything from small repairs to large complicated projects. They have the support from our office team that provides coordination with permitting, materials, scheduling and anything else they may need for the successful completion of each project. Our entire team is committed to 100% customer satisfaction and providing a superior service experience.

Candice B.
08/2014
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
That went well. I don't have anything bad to say. It was a little bit over than the big deal price. I paid for the wiring. They charged me for some wires that they had to get. They did it on time. I would recommend them because I was happy with the job that they did.
Description of Work: I purchased a big deal for Certified Electrical Technologies. They added electrical sockets to my bathroom and to my room.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$160

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the nice review. We are looking forward to seeing you next week for the 2 small lighting repairs !

Noemi V.
08/2014
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
Great job by Eric and Certified Electrical Tech. Starting from my initial call to the installation the customer service was excellent. Eric arrived on time and installed 4 bedroom ceiling fans. He explained everything and asked me questions when necessary. I highly recommend CET and will use them again.
Description of Work: Ceiling fans

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
$726

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the terrific review. We hope you enjoy your new ceiling fans !

Rosalind J.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Everything went excellent. The house I live in is very old and they were very informative and helpful.
Description of Work: Installed 4 electrical 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

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review !

Barbara E.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It’s been years since the work was done, but everything was fine.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal for 2 hours electrical labor.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. It has been a long time. the service was 12/27/11, but don't worry, our labor warranty lasts a lifetime !

Thomas S.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I received a quick appt by a courteous operator. The technician arrived on time and finished work in first half hour.
Description of Work: fixed 3 outlets

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
$98

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

Yvonne G.
07/2014
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
We contacted Certified Electrical Technologies and were able to schedule an appointment easy and quickly. The technician arrived on time, was friendly and professional and did excellent work. It was a pleasure to work with this company and will hire them anytime for any further projects and repairs.
Description of Work: Replace light fixture for outdoor pole light

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
$75

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
" It was a pleasure to work with this company and will hire them anytime for any further projects and repairs." Thanks for the terrific review and endorsement. we look forward to your next project !

NICOLE K.
07/2014
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
They got to our house near the beginning of the window which was the first nice thing. They brought all the equipment they needed including the tarp to put down to cover the work area. He was able to suggest the way that would work best for installing the fans since I had no idea. The fans are beautifully installed with no touch up needed. He cleaned up after for the most part too....oh yeah and he showed me how to use them also.
Description of Work: We had two ceiling fans installed

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
$400

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. We hope you enjoy your new fans !

Sheila C.
06/2014
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
The work was done quickly, professionally and all trash was removed on completion. He was friendly and courteous.
Description of Work: Installed porch light fixture. Rewired light switch in powder 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
$140

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

Olga M.
06/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Did not use this Big Deal but was easy to schedule if I needed to.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$49

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the nice review. We always make sure the customer can use a Big Deal or promotion before scheduling an appointment. If it is not a good fit, we recommend that the customer requests a full refund from AL.

Catherine S.
06/2014
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
We were having several electrical issues in the house, so we purchased the Big Deal whole house electrical safety inspection on Angie's List. The technician listened to our issues, did some trouble shooting, identified and resolved the problems. Turns out the issues were easily fixed. He also performed the electrical safety inspection and replaced a ceiling fan with a light fixture I provided and installed a GFI outlet in the kitchen. We were very happy with their services and will definitely call them again when we need an electrician.
Description of Work: Whole house electrical safety inspection, replaced a ceiling fan with a light fixture, trouble shooting, fixed wiring in an outlet and on the garbage disposal, installed a GFI outlet in the kitchen

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 ! We look forward to your next project !

Shankar K.
06/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The associate called in advance to let me know about his arrival. He came on time and introduced himself in a professional manner. Then he went on to inspect the house. Fortunately, things were in good shape so he did not have much to recommend or fix. He explained in detail about his work.
Description of Work: Whole house inspection of electrical circuits.

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 nice review. Frequently we do not find any safety issues during our 10 Point Safety Check. Unlike other firms that "invent work" or use scare tactics, our clients will receive an unbiased, honest assessment of their electrical system.

Dylan H.
06/2014
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
I highly recommend CET. For years I wanted a ceiling fan in my bedroom but didn't have a junction box, electrical, etc existing to install one. I called CET fully expecting a complicated and expensive service appointment. On the day of the installation, Eric called me with an estimated time of arrival - very much appreciated. Less than 2 hours after Eric started, I had the ceiling fan I purchased installed and Eric was showing me how everything worked. I couldn't believe I waited so long to have this done and it was so affordable. Keep up the great work!
Description of Work: CET ran the electrical and installed a ceiling fan in a bedroom that previously did not have one.

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
$205

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
"I highly recommend CET" Thanks for the terrific review and endorsement ! Our highly professional staff makes it so easy and pleasant to schedule electrical service, there is no reason to delay any project. Give us a call and find out for yourself what a superior service experience is all about !

Jane O.
06/2014
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
It was more limited than I expected. The tech was professional and courteous, but it was basically a sales opportunity, like so many of these AL Big Deals. I was a new member and had not caught onto that yet. I suppose I might hire the company to perform electrical work for me in the future, but I would not buy another Big Deal like this, nor would I be likely to choose this contractor over one that is closer to my property.
Description of Work: Checked outlets for grounding; checked capacity of main box; made recommendations for changing light fixtures.

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

$89

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the feedback. Unlike many firms, our techs never try to "upsell" and we only provide estimates if they are requested by the client. Our tech did identify an number of safety issues but the subscriber was not interested in having them addressed. No pressure and no problem. The 10 Point Safety Inspection allows us to identify potential safety issues, but the customer is under no obligation to have them repaired. By the way, we are close to you. Our Columbia office is less than 10 miles from your home ! We service the entire Washington and Baltimore metro areas

teresa K.
06/2014
3.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Outlets worked for a few minutes but then stopped working again. It did not seem to us that they did a very thorough check to really pinpoint the problem. Also, the guy on the phone was not particularly polite.
Description of Work: Provider was called to repair outlets which were not working.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0

$150

Robert A.
06/2014
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
They were fantastic and incredibly good. They got the job done in about 2-3 hours. The electrician was great. The scheduling was fine.
Description of Work: It was a Big Deal for $140 for 2 Hours of Licensed, Professional Electrical Labor. They installed a new ceiling fan.

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
$160

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
"They were fantastic and incredibly good" Well, it's hard to beat that ! Thanks for the fantastic and incredibly good review !

Donna C L.
05/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Dave was the electrician. He was punctual, knowledgeable, and worked efficiently. We could not have asked for a better experience in meeting our electrical needs and having the work done by a professional at reasonable expense. Exemplary service that merits the first call if a need arises in the future.
Description of Work: Installed 3 exterior light fixtures,1 flush mounted ceiling light, and installed a replacemt dimmer switch for a recessed light.

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
$175

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
"We could not have asked for a better experience in meeting our electrical needs and having the work done by a professional at reasonable expense. Exemplary service that merits the first call if a need arises in the future." Wow! We like (and very much appreciate) your way with words. It is very rewarding to know that we provided a superior service experience.

Martin J.
05/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It went very well. They were professional, courteous and very informative.
Description of Work: helped us locate the source of the problem in just a few minutes.

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
"They were professional, courteous and very informative." We never get tired of compliments like this. Thank you for taking time to post your review of our service. We look forward to your next project !

Linda C.
05/2014
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
It was an Angie's List Big Deal that we purchased. We paid their standard charge for half an hour, which was like $47. It was one guy that came out and he was very personable and answered all of our questions. He gave suggestions for us as homeowners. He was very thorough and seemed trustworthy. We would call them again and we would highly recommend them.
Description of Work: We used Certified Electrical Technologies to look at the whole house and make sure that the wiring was correct and safe. There were two little problems which the guy fixed. He fixed the front porch light. He also tested and repaired an outlet where we weren't getting any electrical to. It works fine now.

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 and your endorsement ! We look forward to your next project !

John H.
05/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They were a little pricey for the work they did but it was a great job.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal for Whole House Electrical Safety Inspection for Only $89 from Certified Electrical Technologies. They came for safety 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 ! Driving to Westminster cost $89 in gas alone :-)

Wendy H.
04/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The electrician arrived on time, completed the work efficiently and politely. He described the work before he began and we collaborated to decide where to place the lights and the appropriate switch to connect to. This was a special deal through Angie's List and we are very satisfied with the results.
Description of Work: The provider installed four ceiling lights and a dimmer switch.

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
$399

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. We have found in our 30+ years that excellent communication is a key component to providing a superior service experience.

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

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*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