Founded 1992 • With Angi since March 2003
For 29 years, Bates Electric, Inc. Has proudly served the St. Louis Metro area and surrounding areas. Please contact us to speak with one of our Customer Service Specialists for service rates. ALL OF OUR TECHNICIANS ARE LICENSED, BONDED, AND DEPARTMENT OF LABOR CERTIFIED.
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Carolyn R.
07/22/2022
Mark K.
06/16/2022
The electrician did a wonderful job and was very helpful with advice for future projects we want to do. I immediatly put Bates Electric in my contacts and will use them again.
Description of Work
Added fixtures and troubleshooting appliance
Category
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
Cost
$600
Hire Again?
Yes
Fletcher R.
02/02/2021
Pete at Bates Electric was a fantastic electrician! We were very pleased with his punctuality, efficiency and genuinely positive attitude. He came up with a solid idea for a difficult electric car charger installation (box was located far away from garage) that saved us both time and money. Very knowledgeable about his trade and the price was very reasonable. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Pete and Bates Electric for any electrical project or repair!
Description of Work
Electric car charger installation
Category
electrician
Hire Again?
Yes
Zacarias C.
08/06/2020
Teandre came out, was ten minutes early, and ready to work. He quickly found the issue, and fixed two spots that weren’t wired properly, and removed some legacy wiring that was terminated but not removed. Through it all, Teandre was cheerful, kind, and just a joy to be around. I’m glad that Bates Electric was able to send someone on short notice, and I’m really happy with the work done.
Description of Work
Correct electrical wiring issues
Category
electrician, lighting
Cost
$400
Hire Again?
Yes
NANCY R.
02/28/2018
I called to set up an appointment, and at that time was given the cost of a service call and the cost per hour for repairs. A time frame of 2 hours was given for an electrician to arrive. On the day of the appointment, i was called within the time frame and the electrician arrived within the time frame. The circuit breaker was replaced and the amp reading was checked afterwards. Senior discount was applies to the invoice,
Description of Work
Several Electric outlets quit working. Wanted the circuit checked
Category
electrician
Hire Again?
Yes
Dianna F.
09/26/2017
Couldn't have gone better. Installers were there 2 days. Always prompt and cleaned up their mess every day. They were very considerate and verified exactly where I wanted something placed. They received an incorrect size for one of the transformers for the under cabinet lighting and had to reorder. Very apologetic. Item arrived next day and was installed. Turned out beautifully and I am very pleased.
Description of Work
Had track lighting removed and can lighting installed in kitchen.
Category
electrician, lighting
Cost
$2,700
Hire Again?
Yes
DEANE T.
05/01/2017
I would tell others that they ran a new electric line from the house to the detatched garage and replaced the control panel inside the garage. There was one and sometimes a second person that did the work. They left the area clean. They had good communications and I enjoyed working with them.
Description of Work
They ran new electrical lines underground to the house.
Category
electrician
Cost
$3,100
Hire Again?
Yes
Nona Y.
04/01/2017
I use them a lot. They know what they are doing and do it quickly. They don't make mistakes. They show up when they say they will. Generally I can get scheduled and sometimes they will even ask to come early, which is fine. They are always reliable.
Description of Work
They repaired a track light that another company had broken. They installed some LED spotlights outside.
Category
lighting, outdoor lighting
Cost
$280
Hire Again?
Yes
Ann G V.
02/13/2017
Rosemary T.
01/25/2017
David S.
12/29/2016
Bill P.
11/17/2016
John M.
09/20/2016
Everything went great with Bates - prompt responses from the beginning, always on time, professional, nice and got the work done ahead of schedule. We will definitely use them again for any electrical needs.
Description of Work
Add lighting and outlets in kitchen, add lights down long hallway, add lights and outlet in garage, add outlet in basement
Category
electrician, lighting
Cost
$2,500
Hire Again?
Yes
debbie L.
07/22/2016
Brenda C.
06/20/2016
Kevin Midurta and Anthony arrived promptly and began to work completed both tasks, quickly answering all of my questions, great job!
Description of Work
Replace electrical light (outside), and fix gfci that had burnt out, affecting a 5 light globe post in front.
Category
electrician, lighting
Cost
$267.5
Hire Again?
Yes
Rosanne E.
06/19/2016
I hired Bates Electric twice – both times arrived prior to promised time. The office staff and electricians are professional and helpful. I will definitely hire Bates Electric again. The following staff were excellent!
Description of Work
Had electrical lines to home moved. Had electrical wall switch run from garage to home. Had new switch to out fan run to home. Had carriage lights door installed requiring wiring.
Category
electrician
Cost
$1,200
Hire Again?
Yes
Patrice K.
06/08/2016
Two men came at the pre-arranged time and each worked steadily. One had to be in attic to drill holes. They were efficient – polite and worked well together. Very good. One worker named Paul. One worker named Patrick.
Description of Work
Hard wiring of combination smoke – CO2 detectors 4 in total. *My landlord is paying this.
Category
electrician
Hire Again?
Yes
thomas M.
05/20/2016
It went well. When there was a problem they took care of it right away.
Description of Work
I am getting ready to sell my house and I needed them to install a new circuit breaker box, replace the line outside, and replaced the outlets on the floor and put plates over them.
Category
electrician
Hire Again?
Yes
Tim S.
04/04/2016
Bates has been one of the only contractors that shows up when they say they will and stays until the work is done. Not only has Brian P been very punctual and professional, but also been very helpful in explaining the construction process to me. He has always been very responsive when I had a question or needed anything. Bates had a great price compared to many other bids I received and have done a great job. They have called and asked questions if anything was unclear on my plans. All office personnel have also been very responsive and polite throughout!
Description of Work
Bates wired my new home construction project from start to finish.
Category
electrician
Cost
$8,500
Hire Again?
Yes
Charles S.
01/06/2016
Laurel L.
10/01/2015
We had an emergency on a Saturday night with a circuit constantly tripping. We were to leave on a bus tour early Monday morning so we had very little time to get the situation fixed. To make matters worse, we were leaving our animals in the house with a petsitter checking in on them several times a day - we were afraid to leave the animals in case of fire. We also wanted the outside lights to work while we were gone. We had called several companies that listed emergency work and no one had bothered to call us back. I left a message with this company, telling them our desperate we were. The answering machine stated they would call back shortly. Never heard from them. That's not what I consider 'emergency service' as advertised on their site on Angie's List.
Description of Work
Absolutely nothing
Category
electrician, lighting
Teresa S.
06/25/2015
This company has been wonderful every time I've had them fix something my husband has short circuited. They arrive quickly and estimate the cost and upon return to fix the problem, they are courteous and fast in getting the job done. Like this company very much.
Description of Work
Hung new ceiling fan in kitchen. Capped off wires in bedroom from old ceiling fan.
Category
electrician, ceiling fans
Hire Again?
Yes
Suzette F.
01/06/2015
Sally S.
03/28/2014
NEAL B.
03/10/2014
Went Great! Very professional, explained what work needed to be done to fix my situations and also I learned some valuable lessons for the future. Also, was able to complete all the work in one hour which meant a LOT to me.
Description of Work
Helped fix a dimmer switch and replaced 5 smoke alarms.
Category
electrician
Cost
$160
Hire Again?
Yes
Phone
Address
2006 Sierra Pkwy
Arnold, MO 63010
Website
https://bates-electric.com/locations/st-louis-mo/Other Information
Services Offered
Electrical, Lighting, Generator, Ceiling Fans, Landscaping - Lighting,
Electronic Gadget Repair,
Home AutomationServices Not Offered
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- 20190033743
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