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NEI Electric

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

About us

At NEI Electric, we are dedicated to providing our clients in the Twin Cities area with electrical services that will greatly exceed your highest expectations. Over the years, we have cultivated a reputation for providing a superior level of service, from small-scale residential projects to powering multi-million dollar commercial properties. We will work with you through every step of the process, making sure that you see the results you expect from you electrical project. Some of the services we can provide include: Electrical design New construction Additions and remodels Generator installation Temperature control wiring You can trust the electricians at NEI Electric to handle all of your home or business electrical service needs. We will go to great lengths to make sure you are completely satisfied with the results we provide. Call today to find out how we can be of help to you!

Business highlights

73 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Electrical service upgrade, exterior lighting, interior lighting, lighting retrofit, LED installation, ceiling fan installation, exhaust fan installation, new circuits for remodels, troubleshoot and repair electrical issues, cut in new receptacles, new appliance circuits, new switching, under-cabinet lighting and any other electrical residential need.

Services we don't offer

Appliance installation, appliance repair, patching and painting sheetrock

Amenities



Accepted payment methods

American Express
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MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.9254 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
90%
4
4%
3
2%
2
2%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.6
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 101-125 of 254 reviews

GEORGE H.
08/2007
3.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The work went very well. Jesse came by to look at what I wanted and had good ideas on how to install the outlets and where to place everything. The work went as planned and I'm very happy with the result. What I was not happy with was the bill. It was originally $930. There was s $366 charge for parts, which I understand there's going to be a profit margin for. In addition there was a $533 charge for 5 and a half hours of work. Jesse was here for about two hours. When I called the company, they explained that I was charged from the time the electrician first got to the store to pick up the parts he needed until he finished up pulling the permit. The clock ran the entire time including travel time. In addition, I was charged an hour time for when he first showed up to give me an estimate. The reason, I was told, was because he was thinking about what he would have to do for the job. They did knock this hour off of the final cost.
Description of Work: I had two outlets put in on the outside of the house for landscape lighting and a water pump for a fountain. In addition, wiring was installed to the circuit breaker panel, and dedicated circuit breakers were installed.

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

$822

PADDY S.
08/2007
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
First phone contact with company was excellent. In addition to scheduling the electrician, the woman told me: the name of the electrician who would be coming, what he would be wearing, and what the company trucks look like. The electrician, Mark, arrived on time and got right to work. He was professional in every respect. I would use this company again in a heartbeat.
Description of Work: Installed 2 GFCI receptacles on kitchen outlets. Changed polarity on one other outlet. Fixed a loose neutral wire on another outlet. Installed a grounded outlet in the basement. Checked on some wires at the circuit box that looked melted (turns out those wires were no longer in service and disconnected).

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
$350

JEAN C.
06/2007
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Showed up on time, got right to work, cleaned up after himself and did the job very quickly. I will call them for future work as needed.
Description of Work: Replaced 5 outlets to grounded outlets. Checked over some other things---I had bathroom outlet issues, the breaker was tripped but I had not seen that. Jesse looked at other electrical things in the house and garage for me and we discussed replacing some fixtures for another visit.

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
$150.75

JOSEPH H.
06/2007
2.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
The company was great about scheduling the appointment and giving me a flat rate price over the phone. Andy showed up exactly at the scheduled time of 7 am and was very professional and courteous. He was creative in finding the best power source to hardwire the alarm. Pending inspection, it appears that the alarm was installed perfectly. The big bummer is that Andy knocked a chunk of plaster off of the wall right near the alarm while he was doing his work. It was fine before and now I have to hire somebody to come in and patch and paint the area. This is frustrating especially since I am (1) in the midst of showing the house to potential buyers, (2) completely strapped for cash, and (3) am too booked up and unskilled to do the work myself. The grades would have been A's across the board if they would have made sure the repair the damage that was done as part of the job. I am bummed to have to give low grades but given my new troubles, I see no other option.
Description of Work: Had a hardwired smoke detector installed in my house. This is required by City of St. Paul and since I am selling my house, I needed to get it done.

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

$295

ALYSSA S.
06/2007
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
The receptionist was extremely friendly and able to fit me in on short notice. The electrician came right on time, worked quickly, and was personable. I'd use them again.
Description of Work: Replacement of a light switch that was shorted out and shocking people who tried to use 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
$95

NANCY M.
06/2007
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Mark Phillips did a very good job. I will definitely use this company for future wiring projects.
Description of Work: Mark Phillips did the wiring for exterior disconnect for central a/c unit. He also changed out circuit breaker to the correct breaker voltage for the a/c.

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
$236

SHARON A.
05/2007
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
I am so glad I belong to Angie's List. I found a great electrician. Chris was really a great guy. Very professional, very friendly. He went above and beyond his expected duties. He tracked down the problem of my kitchen light from the previous installer and corrected the problem. He checked out the fuse box and corrected problems in there as well. I thought as long as I had him there, I would have him look at our bathroom fan that had been making noise. Chris got the ladder and climbed up there and took the fan down and decided it was dirt that was making the fan overwork and make noise. He cleaned up all the dirt while I cleaned out the fan grill. I didn't expect him to clean our dirt. My husband is disabled and a lot of the chores fall to me now to do and I'm falling behind. It's nice to know that there are still great guys out there that do a great job. I've very happy with this company and will use them again and will not have a problem referring people to them.
Description of Work: Kitchen light that was installed by another electrician was acting up and didn't work. Also, bath fan was making noise.

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
$184

LORNA R.
05/2007
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Scheduling was easy and excellent work.
Description of Work: Installed three ceiling fans, outlet work, and installed new dining room chandelier.

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
$656

ESAU I.
04/2007
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
THEY WERE ON TIME AND TOOK LESS TIME THAN I ESTIMATED. THEY DID A GOOD JOB.
Description of Work: A FEW POWER POINTS IN THE HOME AND SOME ELECTRICAL CHECKED.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$417

Bob P.
03/2007
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Planning to install a dishwasher in kitchen that has never had one. Installer recommended by appliance store recommended Andersen Electric. Called to make appointment; scheduled at time that was convenient for me. Jesse called en route; prompt, knowledgeable, and efficient. In addition to adding new circuit for dishwasher, he was able to re-do wiring to an additional kitchen outlet that had been overloading the main floor circuits.
Description of Work: Rewired circuit in kitchen, to isolate it from rest of main floor circuits; added kitchen appliance circuit (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
$400

REBECCA E.
02/2007
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
The work went quickly and took 6 hours, including half an hour to get some parts and time to write up the bill. Wade does careful, quality work, including a neat job of cutting openings in the old counter back splash that could crack easily. The total cost was less than his estimate of $1050 and included a few small tasks not included in the estimate. He had allowed time for problems that he did not encounter. Cost includes permit fees. He was 40 minutes late arriving but called shortly after the hour to say he was running late. He cleaned up most areas. Professional, friendly, and willing to explain as he works.
Description of Work: Kitchen: Installed circuit, GFI outlet, and under cabinet light fixture above counter. Installed circuit and outlet for dishwasher. Grounded range receptacle and installed extension ring for another counter outlet. Basement: Installed GFI receptacle to basement wall and attached another to the wall. Living room: Re-fed circuit that was not correctly installed.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$746

MARY G.
01/2007
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Chris & his company were wonderful to work with. They were third company to give a bid on this electrical/lighting work, and he was the only guy to suggest that we might want an outlet in the new built-in cabinets to plug in the TV that we planned to put in the cabinet. (How the other guys missed this I will never know). He had great ideas on how to work things and even made suggestions on the style of pendant lights to get for over the island. (the ones I was originally looking at were very fussy/hard to clean--not great for over a cooktop on the island). We had a great overall experience & will hire them again & recommend them to you.
Description of Work: Chris was the electrician we worked with. He came right out & took a look. We then got a detailed bid via email from Michelle, the service coordinator at the company. The bid included replacing a island light with 2 new pendant lights (we furnished the lights), installing a new fixture in the dining room and kitchen, furnishing and installing 6 5'' recessed cans in the kitchen connected to a 3-way switch and dimmer, furnishing and installing 6 5'' air-tight can light fixtures in family room (also on dimmer), relocating 2 fireplace can lights and furnishing eyeball trims, installing an outlet for the TV, switch for the fireplace, and moving outlets that would be covered by new built-in cabinets. He also moved the receptacle inside the kitchen island, so that the new down-draft vent would fit in the cabinet.

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
$2,850

NOEL H.
01/2007
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Everything went well. It was not an easy job, but Wade figured it all out. He got the problem fixed, and recommended some future work to get the electric fully up to code.
Description of Work: Wade put in two new switches in the bathroom to fix a light that wasn't working. The wiring was very old, and numerous previous "work-arounds" were discovered in the process. Wade completed the work, and fully explained some recommended upgrades to get the electric fully up to code.

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
$290

Lisa S.
01/2007
5.0
electrician, garage doors
  + 0 more
Everything went very well. I called ahead and was able to get an appointment on the desired day. The electrician arrived on time and completed the work in a couple of hours.
Description of Work: Installed motion detector on my garage.

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
$241

CLARK D.
01/2007
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Electrician was most effective. Helped trace circuitry, assessed our needs, then bought supplies and did work in an efficient manner.
Description of Work: Splitting circuits, wiring for new ceiling bedroom light with wiring from box to bedroom, replacing external outlets with updated GFIs and covers.

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
$1,100

Leslie Anne K.
12/2006
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
He was a very knowledgable electrician. He was neat, and professional and called prior to arrival.
Description of Work: Checked and repaired electrical circuit ''out'' in home. They replaced an outlet that required problem solving to determine problem.

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
$138

LAURIE K.
12/2006
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Half of the overhead lights on the main floors of the house were out but sometimes flickered on. All the breakers we in the ''on'' position. Chris found the problem and fixed it in about 35 minutes. He was punctual, polite, and thorough.
Description of Work: They fixed loose connections behind the 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
$92

SANDY O.
10/2006
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Very nice, very personable and walked through my list to understand all of the work that I wanted done. Were a few minutes late to the appointment for the bid, but I'd only called the day before to make it, so they may have squeezed me in where they didn't really have room. Their bid came in over $1,000 higher than another VERY highly rated company on the list. Therefore, I decided not to go with them for the project.
Description of Work: Called to get bids on work at my house - adding circuits to box, running new wiring up to 2nd floor, installing fixtures, wiring fans, etc.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

BRETT D.
10/2006
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
The job went very quickly. He was quick to identify the problem. He found a problem I was unable to identify. He also gave some advice on some outdoor receptacle that I need to have fixed. Jesse was the electrician who came out.
Description of Work: They checked out and repaired a circuit to two motion detector light fixtures.

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
$271

TARA V.
10/2006
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
We called for a quote to install a new outlet for a new dishwasher that we're adding to our kitchen. The person I spoke with on the phone was very helpful in providing information on what the electrician would be doing and giving me an estimate as to how much time it would take and what the cost would be. The only reason we didn't go with them is that another company quoted us the same hourly rate and could be here on Friday as opposed to Monday.
Description of Work: Requested a quote to install a new outlet for a dishwasher we are having installed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

JOHN L.
10/2006
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Electrician was very prompt, very friendly, helpful (giving useful advice on electrical tasks I plan to do myself) and efficient. He was willing to work around my house-work (delaying disconnecting power until my bread was out of the oven.) My only complaint is that when I forgot to be home to let him in the first time (...my bad!) they didn't try very hard to get ahold of me to come back home to preserve the original schedule. I had to reschedule for two weeks later. (Again, my fault, but they didn't try to help me recover from it.)
Description of Work: Relocated electric service (meter, mast, feeders to main panel, etc.)

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,285

ANN B.
09/2006
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Our washer and dryer stopped working. We replaced the fuse and they worked temporarily but then stopped again. We scheduled an appointment with Anderson, and Andy came over and quickly figured out the problem and fixed it. He was very professional and knowledgeable. Everything has worked perfectly since. One thing of note is that Andy was running late that day, and no one called me to inform me. I called Anderson at the end of the window for our service call as I had another appointment that day. They offered to have Andy come over as soon as possible to confirm it was a quick job he could complete before I needed to leave home (which he did). It would have been nice to be proactively informed he was running late, but in the end I was happy with the overall experience and would use them again.
Description of Work: Bad spine in junction box above washer was causing power failure. Replaced connector and tested circuit.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$93

KRISTINE M.
09/2006
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Setting up service was easy and the gal on the phone was very friendly. Chris was our electrician. He called beforehand and arrived when we were told he would. Chris was very friendly and did a great job hanging the lights. We thought the price was fair and the service was excellent. We would definitely use Anderson again.
Description of Work: Hung five light fixtures for us including a large hanging dining room fixture. Everything was pre-wired.

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
$138

STEVEN D.
09/2006
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Andy was prompt and friendly and worked quickly but competently. He had all the parts and tools he needed. He had no problem slipping into the attic as necessary (especially considering there was little room in the hipped roof.) Did an above-average job cleaning up.
Description of Work: Installed new junction box in kitchen soffit and wired it to a new wall switch; replaced three light fixtures with new fixtures; repaired an open connection in attic; replaced 220V circuit to old electric range with 120V circuit for new gas range.

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
$590

MICHAEL A.
09/2006
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Came on time, worked hard and did really nice high quality finished work. Things that I had been meaning to do for a long time. Very nice work and would use again.
Description of Work: CMA hung a new light in our dining room, reworked some outlets, fixed a recessed can light and installed some upgraded circuits in my shop totaling five 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
$500

Contact information

1551 Payne Ave., Saint Paul, MN 55130

http://neielectric.com/

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
Yes
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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Service Categories

Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Home Security Systems,
Wells and Pumps,
Water Heaters,
Garage Doors,
Appliance Repair

FAQ

NEI Electric is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

NEI Electric accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, NEI Electric does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, NEI Electric offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, NEI Electric does not offer a senior discount.
No, NEI Electric does not offer emergency services.
No, NEI Electric does not offer warranties.
NEI Electric offers the following services: Electrical service upgrade, exterior lighting, interior lighting, lighting retrofit, LED installation, ceiling fan installation, exhaust fan installation, new circuits for remodels, troubleshoot and repair electrical issues, cut in new receptacles, new appliance circuits, new switching, under-cabinet lighting and any other electrical residential need.
Appliance installation, appliance repair, patching and painting sheetrock

Contact information

1551 Payne Ave., Saint Paul, MN 55130

http://neielectric.com/

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed