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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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Amenities



Accepted payment methods

American Express
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

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 526-550 of 1718 reviews

MARK C.
08/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
A+. Highly recommend Rob. We have had him out twice to the house for a whole list of items. You will be hard pressed to find this quality work for a reasonable price, great value.
Description of Work: Install lighting, replace eletrical outlets, GFCI plugs, etc

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
$900

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
"A+ - You will be hard pressed to find this quality work for a reasonable price, great value." Thanks for the terrific review. This review means a lot to us because we try very hard to deliver great value to our clients. Our experience has found that low price rarely equates to the best value. We offer competitive pricing, but more importantly we offer great value and 100% customer satisfaction.

William R B.
08/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
thorough, fast, high-quality work,
Description of Work: corrected problem with 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
$140

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

Katherine M.
08/2014
3.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Certified Electrical Technologies does not visit your home first to assess what needs to be done, which means they do not provide estimates. CET charges on a time and materials basis. As of 8/5/14, their rate is $95.00 for the first 30 minutes and $47.50 + cost of materials for each hour thereafter. Because they do not visit your home first to assess your electrical issues, they try to assess your needs over the phone--which is why I couldn't use them because I want to upgrade recessed lighting in the basement to a more sophisticated lighting system, something that you can't just discuss and resolve over the phone. Response to Contractor (8/18/15): Interesting that CET says I provided incorrect information in my review. I was repeating the information exactly as conveyed to me by the CET employee on the phone. Employees need to be re-trained so that mis-information is not provided to potential customers.
Description of Work: No work done.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Incorrect information provided by the subscriber We are happy to make an onsite visit if the situation dictates our viewing the project. We do this all the time. If the project is straightforward and we do not feel a site visit is necessary we provide a free phone estimate or give the client the option of an onsite visit for a small charge. If the client chooses to proceed with the project, this charge is credited (100%) to the project. Most people begin a project by determining the budget and a phone estimate quickly provides this information. 95% of our projects are done in this manner and we are very skilled at assessing the situation in this manner. All of our scheduling coordinators are electricians who have a lot of experience estimating and performing electrical projects.

rudolph H.
08/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It was fine. He was punctual and the work was done quickly and totally to my satisfaction. The cost of the service was a good value.
Description of Work: I purchased the Big Deal for a whole house surge protection.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
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 great review and congratulations on an excellent value in protecting your home with a Whole House Surge Arrestor, guaranteed for life, for only $199 !

Josephine D.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Everything went great. The entire service call lasted less than 30 minutes. I still had the better part of my day to run errands. Certified Electrical are true professionals!
Description of Work: Outlets weren't working. The technician came in and was able to diagnose the problem within minutes of arrival. I was totally surprised.

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 !

T C.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The electrician explained in detail some of the the electric issues I had and what I need to do to repair or replace them. He also provided me with an detail estimate to fix those issues and answered all of my questions regarding my electrical concerns. I would recommend using this company. The electrician arrived earlier than expected and phoned ahead of time; Very professional.
Description of Work: The provider conducted a complete home inspection of my electrical outlets, circuit breaker and few other things I asked him to look at.

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 feedback. We look forward to your next project !

Drew K.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
All went very well! Dave was very professional and very knowledgeable. He recommended a surge protector for the entire house. This would cover all the interior electrical components in the event of a electrical surge or a lightening strike. He provided me with a price. I will seriously consider it. Drew Koval
Description of Work: The provider inspected the main circuit box, all ground faults, smoke alarms and exterior electrical connections.

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. We HIGHLY recommend the Whole House Surge Arrestors. They come backed with a lifetime replacement warranty and a $25,000 protected equipment warranty. AL clients get a $100 discount off the regular price !

Haroldine B.
07/2014
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Everything turned out well, and it was great. The electrician showed on time, was very professional and knowledgeable, and did a great job with both projects. I haven't had any issues with the lights or the outlets since his visit.
Description of Work: They installed a couple of light fixtures and adjusted a couple of outlets as part of a Big Deal.

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 !

jill H.
07/2014
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
He was on time, polite, and it cost less than I was quoted and was expecting. I would use them again.
Description of Work: Installed a new plug and installed a bathroom light (this required moving the electric 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
$300

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

MARK C.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Super! Rob was fast, knowledgeable and made a daunting amount of work seem easy.
Description of Work: various electrical items throughout the home.

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
$550

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. We look forward to the next project (which is already scheduled) !

Tiffany H.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Fantastic! Always upfront pricing, never any surprises. I use them all the time and would recommend them to anyone in the area.
Description of Work: Installed an electric wall heater.

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
Thanks for another great review and your vote of confidence !

Fred B.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The electrician, Allen (sp?), was punctual, professional, and friendly. He quickly diagnosed the problem and went to work. After replacing the speed switch, Allen also tried to balance the ceiling fan to stop it from "wobbling." I was disappointed that the electrician was not able to return the ceiling fan to its original three-speed mode. The ceiling fan now only operates on two speeds, too fast and too slow. Well, at least it now works!
Description of Work: Electrician repaired ceiling fan speed switch.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$105

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. Unfortunately the fan was defective and not capable of having 3 speeds. Glad we were able to get it working until you get a replacement.

Dan H.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They were good and I would use them again in the future,
Description of Work: I purchased a deal from this company.

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 look forward to your next project !

Cynthia E.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Very professional, very efficient. Will use them again.
Description of Work: Replaced faulty GFI and moved the outlet to a more convenient location.

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. We look forward to your next project !

Patricia E.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
After 2 house fires in my neighborhood and at least one was confirmed to have been an electrical I decided I should get the electric inspected in my house. The process was so effortless. They were very professional and went above and beyond. I am very happy with the service I received and will be a repeat customer.
Description of Work: Full house electrical 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
$89

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
" The process was so effortless. They were very professional and went above and beyond. I am very happy with the service I received and will be a repeat customer." Thanks for the terrific review. Every member of our staff works together to provide a superior service experience. We look forward to your next project !

Dean F.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Every aspect of the service from the initial payment, scheduling and the service were excellent! Highly recommend!
Description of Work: Whole house electrical 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
$89

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review. As you can see, every member of our team is committed to providing a superior service experience. We look forward to your next project.

John T.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The technician arrived promptly, towards the start of the service window. One thing I especially like about Certified is that the technician calls you about a half hour before estimated arrival. The work was done quickly - about a half hour at most. There was no interruption to power and I was able to carry on as usual. I was able to pay with a Visa card, which was very convenient. A word of warning - I was required to write down the 3-digit security code from the back of my card in the payment section of the bill. I was uncomfortable with this but had done it before I realized.
Description of Work: I asked Certified to install a whole house electrical surge suppressor. This required work on the electrical panel of the house prior to the installation of the surge suppressor itself. The device attaches to the main electrical 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
$250

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review and congratulations on your new Whole House Surge Arrestor This device protects everything in a home from lightning and surges from the utility. It comes backed with a lifetime replacement warranty and a $25,000 protected equipment warranty from the manufacturer. It is quite literally the cheapest insurance a homeowner can purchase. This time of year lightning storms can cause significant damage. The average damage caused by lightning is $8000. This figure can be much higher with multiple HVAC systems or high-end computers and A/V equipment.

Jennifer F.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
On time, courteous, friendly, professional. Very helpful on the phone prior to appointment. Upfront and clear about pricing. This is the second time we have used this company and I am impressed with their punctuality, efficiency and honesty.
Description of Work: Replaced a gfi plug in our laundry 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
$114

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thank you for the terrific review. In addition to providing outstanding technical service, we pride ourselves on running a very professional and well managed business to ensure a superior service experience.

Denis S.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Exemplary responsiveness and professionalism. The electrician was extremely customer service oriented, and explained everything he was going to do/was doing. This is the second time we've used CET and we'd absolutely recommend it to our family, friends, and/or colleagues.
Description of Work: Overall power/electrical check; check for lost power; found improperly seated wire under wire nut causing power failure. Replaced cooling fan 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
$95

KWANGWOOK A.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I scheduled an appointment between 12:00 ~ 3:00 pm and the technician came to my house at 2:15 pm. But, he called me 20 min ago to inform me his ETA as promised. He was very nice and professional. He checked the switches, receptacles and circuit breaker box, found out what were the problems and fixed them. He was also very kind to explain all my questions. I really like his work as well as his attitude.
Description of Work: - Replace damaged circuit breaker switch. - Fix & replace old receptacles with GFCI receptacles.

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
$275

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the terrific review. As you experienced, every member of our staff works hard to ensure 100% customer satisfaction and to provide a superior service experience

Barbara N.
07/2014
4.0
electrician, home inspection
  + 0 more
Were very courteous and professional. Extremely efficient and timely.
Description of Work: Electrical maintenance and inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$89

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
"Were very courteous and professional. Extremely efficient and timely." Thanks for the great review. We appreciate your taking time to post the review. Not sure why the poor grade on Punctuality since the appointment was scheduled 8-12AM arrival and our tech arrived at 10:30 with a 30 minute call-ahead. We look forward to your next project !

Barbara N.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They were on time, professional and did a good job. I would use them again and would recommend them to others.
Description of Work: I called them out to install an additional outlet in my bathroom.

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
$150

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the great review and recommendation !

Brittne N.
07/2014
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
They were on time. They arrived in a marked car. The estimate was exactly appropriate and the final cost was exactly what they had estimated. They provided a professional service, and they were very fast.
Description of Work: Certified Electric Technologies replaced a 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
$500

ELIZABETH S.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It was okay. They had to come back twice to find out the problem but they finally figured it out and were gracious about fixing it. They were fairly punctual.
Description of Work: .

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$140

Response from Certified Electrical Technologies
Thanks for the nice review. Intermittent problems are frustrating for us and our clients. We always explain, "If we can witness the problem, we can fix it." Conversely, if we cannot witness the problem, we cannot fix it. We try to convince clients to wait to schedule an appointment until the problem is happening consistently. This eliminates multiple trips to resolve the issue.

GAIL C.
06/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Gary was on time, friendly and professional, and performed the work efficiently. Would definitely use them again!
Description of Work: Installed a dedicated circuit for a microwave, added a GFCI outlet in my bathroom, fixed a fixture not working in the basement...

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 nice review and endorsement. We look forward to your next project !

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