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Last update on September 23, 2025
Serving Colonia, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Fantastic. From quoting the job to completion Shay Weimar was amazing. We just moved tot the area and they will be getting any electrical work we need going forward"
Serving Colonia, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I am really happy with my decision to hire Almeida electric for my electrical project at my home. I found Juan really nice contractor to work with. He understood our requirements very well and provided the best services. His assistant people were very nice people to work with. They are really professional and completed the project very nicely. Overall, Juan and his team are really nice people to work with. I will definitely rehire them again because of their professionalism and nice attitude towards client and work."
+7
Serving Colonia, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"Neil showed up on time. Give me an estimate. Performance to work flawlessly. I was very happy with his professionalism. He took the time to instruct me on how to work my generator with the new transfer switch. Very highly recommended. He also installed an outlet on the outside of our house."
+21
Serving Colonia, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Chris and his team were professional and efficient from the moment I first made contact. They answered all my questions and repaired what I needed for a reasonable price. Would definitely recommend and use again for any electrical issues."
+33
Serving Colonia, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1970
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"John is very professional Explain to way to understand from the beginning to the end I highly recommend Paulikas Electric Thank you John"
Serving Colonia, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Everything went smooth and the work was fantastic. I highly recommend Princeton Electrical Makeover for your next electrical need"
+26
Serving Colonia, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We had an excellent experience with this electrician at our 120,000 sq ft office building. He came out to perform repairs and upgrades on our electrical systems and delivered truly professional, high‑quality workmanship from start to finish. His knowledge, attention to detail, and clear communication made the entire process smooth and efficient. It’s not easy finding someone who can handle large‑scale commercial electrical work with this level of skill and reliability. He showed up on time, worked safely, and made sure everything was done correctly the first time. I highly recommend him for any commercial or residential electrical needs. Outstanding service and professionalism"
Serving Colonia, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1987
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Marc did an outstanding job. He is very knowledgeable. I will be using Spotlight Electric for all of my future electrical needs. Very honest, affordable rates, spot on planning. Will recommend them to all my family and friends!"
Serving Colonia, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Communicated with Michael through email without any issues. Signed an agreement for work to be done and pricing. Michael scheduled a day and time and arrived exactly at the time he said. He installed two new lights on the front of my house in about an hour. Nice guy! Highly recommend!"
+22
Serving Colonia, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Lawrence was extremely responsive. He came the same day that I called him to take a look at the partial power issue in my building. We ended up having to get PSEG involved before we could resolve anything. He came back a 2nd time to meet PSEG the following week. The partial power issue apparently resolved itself that same day that he was present, no actual repair was done. The next day the partial power issue resurfaced. I called Lawrence to see if he had any suggestions, which I executed, but it did not turn the power back on. It was possible that the nor'easter had caused the issue, so I called PSEG to come out again. PSEG confirmed power was running to the building. In the end, I hired a different electrician who figured out the problem was the main which needed to be replaced. Lawrence did give me a reasonable estimate for a different job in the same building. I appreciated the fact that he came the same day I called him, and that he came back several days later to meet with the electric company. I did pay him for coming out both days, but I was a little disappointed that the issue was never resolved."
It’s important to ask an electrician a few questions before you commit to hiring them so you can make an informed decision as a consumer. If you’re getting estimates or considering hiring an electrician, ask them these questions:
Are you a full-time electrician?
Are you bonded, licensed, and insured?
What level of experience do you have as an electrician?
Can you please share three references?
Do you do residential or commercial electrical work?
What kinds of electrical work are you most familiar with?
Will any subcontractors be performing the work?
Are permits and inspections required?
Who is responsible for obtaining permits and inspections?
What is your schedule?
Do you offer a guarantee or warranty on your work?
Will you sign a do-not-exceed clause to keep the job within the budget?
Tipping an electrician is not a requirement nor is it expected, as they build a fair wage into the price of the job. It’s up to your discretion. There are no set rules for tipping electricians, but if they did a great job and you’re so inclined to tip 10% to 15%, it will likely be received with thanks.
Yes, you should get a quote or an estimate from an electrician. Most electricians offer free estimates or quotes. When getting quotes, do your research and verify each electrician’s license. Get quotes from three different electricians to compare. If the prices or items listed appear different on the quotes, ask the electrician to clarify. Learning as much as you can about the electrical work you want done will help you get the most accurate estimate.
Qualified, licensed electricians will charge from $50 to $100 per hour. The cost to hire an electrician for emergency visits may range from $100 to $200 per hour because this urgent service usually takes place during off hours and may require an electrician to leave or reschedule jobs they’re currently working on. Scheduling work on holidays or during periods of high customer demand, like after a major storm, will also lead to higher rates or extra fees.
Yes, although there are different types of electricians, they must be licensed, certified, and in most cases insured. States have different requirements for electrician licensing and certifications. In some cases, there may be licensing requirements at the local level, but not the state level. It’s always a good practice to confirm requirements with your local municipality. If licensing is not required in your area, you may pay more for a licensed electrician with experience than one who is not licensed or certified, but you’re likely to get a better end result for your project.
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Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.
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