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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. 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 service area: portions of Prince William, Loudoun, Charles, & Arlington counties. Additional phone numbers: Gaithersburg (301) 948-5252, Silver Spring (301) 589-4255, Bowie (301) 858-5252, Alexandria (703) 519-5252, Fairfax (703) 273-4200, Reston (703) 757-6500, Leesburg (703) 777-5651. Super Service Award Wining

Business highlights

46 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Alarms, Ceiling Fans, Electrical, Home Inspection, Landscaping Lighting, Lighting, Phone Wiring, Stereo & Home Theater Systems

Services we don't offer

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Accepted payment methods

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Visa

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Reviews

4.81,718 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
88%
4
5%
3
3%
2
1%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 276-300 of 1718 reviews

Pat L.
01/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
It was fine. Electrician was very nice.
Description of Work: Put in 2 dimmers. Examined an overhead electric box

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
$220

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the nice review. We look forward to installing your new fixtures when they arrive !

Kelly T.
12/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Quickly discovered the problem and fixed it.
Description of Work: Replaced electrical outlet.

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
$127

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

Beth H.
12/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The technician sealed up the crack on the outside water meter and cleaned the connections in the box. He could've charged me a mint to switch out the corroded parts, but rather chose to clean up what I had. It was an easy solution that should last me for quite awhile. He was done in under an hour. I appreciate his honesty and his no-frills approach.
Description of Work: My dishwasher shorted out Christmas Day. Upon inspection, the short knocked out two outlets and the power to my range hood as well. The technician arrived, and duringinspection noticed that there was corrosion in the panel. He found that water was leaking from a crack above the meter box outside, which was allowing water to seep into the 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
$175

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
"What did you like most about this contractor? Honest, straightforward" No one at CET is going to try to sell a customer on something that isn't necessary. One of our core principles is honesty and although some customers don't want to hear the truth - that us all they will hear from us. Our techs (all of whom are employees - not sub-contractors) are not paid on a commission basis (very popular now) so there is no reason to "up-sell". We seek to deliver a superior service experience and part of that is treating clients honestly and fairly.

Keneni D.
12/2015
2.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It went ok. Some rooms were locked so wasn't able to get the level of service I wanted but it was my own mistake.
Description of Work: Electrical check of house

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
1.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$70

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
This was supposed to be an AL 10 Point Electrical Safety Inspection. Interesting that the subscriber gave themselves an "F" which we completely agree with. This was an illegal boarding house with over a dozen people renting rooms each of which had locks on the door. It was vermin-infested and as mentioned we could not perform the Inspection due to the horrific conditions and lack of access.

Randall B.
12/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I'm very happy with the service. Allen Moore showed up on time and quickly got to work. He had to relocate the wire closer to the wall and installed the outlet. I was concerned about the location since the new stove (not delivered yet) had clearance limits near the center, so he repositioned the outlet to the left a bit without any complaint. He was very pleasant, and finished in under an hour so the cost was reasonable. He also gave me some advice about a few other electrical projects I need to do. I will use CET again and will ask for Allen. I live in Franconia VA.
Description of Work: Installed a new 220 outlet in kitchen for new stove - old stove was hard wired, no outlet.

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
$135

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the terrific review. All of our highly experienced techs not only are experts at electrical service, but they have excellent communication skills and are a wealth of knowledge and are happy to share their knowledge with our clients.

Melvin S.
12/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Work went very smoothly. Installation was neat. Electrician was very thorough and clean.
Description of Work: Installed a new outlet in 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
$250

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. We realize that it is the little things, like cleaning up properly that make the difference between a good job and a great job. We strive to provide a superior service experience on every project !

KATHLEEN L.
12/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I had a GFI that had tripped. He walked me through the steps and hung on until it was fixed. He saved me money and lots of time. I cannot thank him enough for being so honest and straightforward. I would definitely use the provider again!
Description of Work: The provider solved my problem on the phone without even coming out.

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
Our service coordinators (all of whom are electricians) get calls like this every day. They guide the caller through simple troubleshooting questions and very often are able to resolve problems over the phone. This saves the call the time and expense of a service visit. This is one of the many ways that we show appreciation to our clients and give-back to our community.

kevin W.
12/2015
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Great job - he showed me how to change a GFI outlet
Description of Work: Safety inspection of all outlets - changed a GFI outlet

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$89

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
We are pleased to hear that we were able to give you greater understanding of your electrical system with the AL 10 Point Electrical Safety Inspection

Jonathan H.
12/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The company was easy to schedule with after I booked the deal. The technician was friendly, helpful, and quick. He installed the surge protector and showed me all about how it was supposed to work. After he was finished he answered several questions I had about common electrical problems we should look out for. We've since used them again for another service and have continued to be pleased.
Description of Work: Installed a whole house surge protector.

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
$199

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the nice review and congratulations on your Whole House Surge Arrestor. No home should be without one.

Candice W.
12/2015
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
I called a couple electricians and CET was the cheapest using their Angie's List coupon. The appointment was scheduled the next day, and the electrician was in and out. Very professional and in our price range.
Description of Work: Ran electric line and installed a ceiling fan in the family room. There wasn't a ceiling box in the room, and CET ran the wire and installed the 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
$265

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

Martin M.
12/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Technician arrived on time. Was courteous, knowledgeable, and professional. Answered all my questions with a helpful attitude. Took about 10 minutes to get the job done. Couldn't have been a more seamless experience. Highly recommended.
Description of Work: Installed a whole house surge protector

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 great review. Congratulations on your new Whole House Lightning & Surge Arrestor. It is literally the cheapest insurance that you will ever buy to protect your home against the electrical surges and spikes that occur EVERY day. It comes backed with a lifetime replacement warranty and a manufacturer's $25,000 protected equipment warranty. AL subscribers receive $100 off the regular price of $299 making it an unbelievable value.

Adrian F.
12/2015
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
Responsive and professional. Job was done efficiently.
Description of Work: Install new fan in place of old one. Existing electrical box was not properly installed. Provider installed a properly braced box, and installed fan securely.

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 hope that you enjoy your new ceiling fan!

Theodore L.
12/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
i canceled this order. I used them later for more comprehensive electrical updates.
Description of Work: i canceled this order. I used them later for more comprehensive electrical updates.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$25

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the nice review. We are pleased that you allowed us to replace all of the switches, outlets and dimmers in your home. This is an inexpensive and excellent way to update the electrical system in any home. We look forward to your next project!

Jeremy R.
12/2015
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Great. We needed to remove a recessed light that was not rated for contact with insulation with a new one that could be in contact. Called on Monday, and they said that they would send out a few different lights to make sure they had the right one, and that they estimated it would cost about $200 including equipment. Tech came the next day, went into the attic to remove the old light and saw that he needed a different ladder since the trim was only accessible from a stairway under a very tall ceiling. He went and got the ladder, and finished the job without charging for any additional time. The charge was $205. Quick, easy, and on budget.
Description of Work: Removed old recessed light and installed a new 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
Thanks for the terrific review. Our Service Coordinators (all of whom are electricians) ask lots of questions to do their best to ensure that our techs show up with everything they need to complete a project.

Steve D.
11/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Arrived on time, worked quickly, performed work well.
Description of Work: Installed replacement thermostat for bathroom floor heat

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. It takes a lot of teamwork and coordination to achieve our goal of providing a Superior Service Experience. When we see a review like this, we are rewarded for that hard work.

Yeissa C.
11/2015
5.0
electrician, home inspection
  + 0 more
The representative was punctual and very informative. He addressed all of our concerns and provided us with detailed thoughts on how to proceed to address those concerns as well as a detailed list of cost. Overall we were super happy and will be using them to complete the work.
Description of Work: The service was excellent. The representative did a whole house inspection covering our electrical concerns, priced everything out and gave us great ideas as to how to proceed.

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 for the terrific review. We are pleased to hear that you not only found value in the 10 Point Electrical Safety Inspection, but plan to have the issues identified in the inspection corrected.

Paul P.
11/2015
5.0
electrician, lighting, outdoor lighting
  + 1 more
Jesse was the electrician who came. he was friendly and professional, and arrived within the four-hour window they gave. He warned me that it may take awhile, because he'd need to pull each switch, outlet, and fixture on the circuit to figure out which one was breaking the circuit. He "got lucky" and found it on the third switch he pulled. He replaced the switch and the overhead light it controlled (both had shorts), and now everything works great. He also noticed that the porch light on the same circuit was not rated for outdoor use.
Description of Work: Power was out in four rooms of our house. He isolated the circuit and then the offending fixture, and replaced it.

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
$180

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. Not only are our techs highly experienced professionals but they have excellent communication skills and let our clients know exactly what they will be doing and provide status updates on each project.

Charles C.
11/2015
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
I was impressed and will use them again in January for a couple of other projects.
Description of Work: A number of relatively small projects e.g. plug for a washing machine, lights in a crawl space. He was flexible. I added a new project to the list when he arrived and he was fine with that.

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
$750

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. We bill in 30 minute increments to make small projects easy to schedule and affordable. We look forward to your next project !

Claudia P.
11/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Chuck was our electrician. He asked lots of question to get to our problem. He was courteous and professional.
Description of Work: Electrical 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. We are pleased to hear that we not only performed your 10 Point Electrical Safety Inspection, but were able to correct a safety issue at the same time.

JANET S.
11/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
After I requested an appointment the company replied the next day with an appointment only a few days away. Jesse came, after calling to give me a more accurate time, within the early part of the time frame. He replaced the Range Hood at the same time giving me an explanation of what he was doing and what more could be done with the installation [ductwork originally done was OK but not to the highest standards]. He told me what I would have to do to upgrade the system. He was professional and courteous and cleaned up the area after his work. I also asked for an estimate for whole house electrical panel upgrade since mine is from the 1960's. He gave me a temporary estimate and will send a more detailed estimate when his office can go over it. All in all I was very pleased with the service and will consider them for future electrical needs.
Description of Work: Replaced a Range Hood Exhaust that didn't work. Same Brand and Model which I had bought.

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
$175

Adrian F.
11/2015
5.0
lighting, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
Service was very smooth and efficient. Serviceperson offered plenty of information for things that I could do myself, or for ways in which I could procure parts to reduce costs in the future.
Description of Work: Installed light wall and ceiling light fixtures, installed ceiling fan, inspected ceiling lighting

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
"What did you like most about this contractor? Honesty in pricing" Thanks for the great review. Our rates are published and there are no hidden fees (trip charges, etc.). We bill in 1/2 hour increments which allows us to bill for only the time and material needed for each project.

ken K.
11/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It went well, including review of electrical pannel and options for most efficient instalation
Description of Work: Install an electrical plug

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the nice review. We hope that you are enjoying your new car. Electric and Hybrid cars are becoming more popular and we are fully prepared to install the circuitry for the Chargers.

Ruth Ann H.
10/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
We had new smoke alarms installed over a year ago during a renovation. One of the alarms was blinking instead of showing a steady green light. The technician tested it, confirmed that it was connected correctly and once it was tested, it was showing a steady green light. The technician was very competent and thorough.
Description of Work: Checked smoke alarms to make sure they were working properly.

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 are glad the relatively new Smoke Detector only needed to be reset and not replaced.

Sheryl S.
10/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Professional and personable! I had a great experience with this company from start to finish. I first contacted the company by email and presented a list of tasks and was given an estimate for each one. Scheduling was a breeze. On the day of service, David called ahead and arrived precisely on time. He was pleasant and precise in explaining my options for my electrical repairs. As he moved through each task, he offered advice for safe and economical solutions and guidance for maintenance in the future. When he added up the charges, they were within the range of the estimates. While there is a certain trepidation that goes with choosing a new provider of home services, Certified Electrical Technologies worked hard to gain my confidence. I would definitely call them again
Description of Work: David repaired a bathroom fan, replaced a light dimmer, affixed a smoke detector and evaluated wiring in my garage for safety.

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
$187.5

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the terrific review. We appreciate your giving us an opportunity to gain your confidence. Every member of our staff is committed to providing a truly superior service experience and given the opportunity, we will convince even the most skeptical consumer that our level of customer service is unmatched by any other service firm.

Holly M.
10/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent Service. Tech was knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. Will have Tech return next month to complete list of work needed done.
Description of Work: Performed an Electrical Safety Inspection. Reviewed list of work wanted done by Homeowner.

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
$800

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. We look forward to correcting the safety issues that were found in the 10 Point Electrical Safety Inspection.

Contact information

Fairfax, Alexandria, Leesburg, Silver Spring Frederick, Bowie, Waldorf, Hagerstown, Gaithersburg, MD 20879

http://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
2705160837
Trade License Locale
VA
Trade License Authority
Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Trade License Expiration
03/31/2023

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 inspection,
Home Security Systems,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Phone Wiring,
Stereo and Home Theater Systems,
Handyman Services,
Outdoor Kitchens,
Generator,
TV Service - Cable

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,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.
No, Certified Electrical Technologies does not offer warranties.
Certified Electrical Technologies offers the following services: Alarms, Ceiling Fans, Electrical, Home Inspection, Landscaping Lighting, Lighting, Phone Wiring, Stereo & Home Theater Systems
Ask for details

Contact information

Fairfax, Alexandria, Leesburg, Silver Spring Frederick, Bowie, Waldorf, Hagerstown, Gaithersburg, MD 20879

http://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