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Capital District Electric

4.9(
146
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Electrical, Lighting Service, Ceiling Fan Service,

About us

Give Capital District Electric a call at (518) 573-1059 where no job is too big or too small. We do quality work, right the first time! Whenever you call Capital District Electric you will speak to a licensed electrician. Whenever you have us do your work it will be done by a licensed electrician not a helper or a electrician in training. We accept Checks, cash and all major credit cards. Additional email - [email protected].

Business highlights

Family owned & operated
Emergency services offered
LGBTQ+ Friendly
27 years of experience

Services we offer

Electrical, Replace Outlets, Switches & Upgrades, Heat Installs, Hooking Up & Wiring Solar Panels.

Amenities

Eco Friendly Accreditations

Yes

Emergency Services

Yes

Warranties

Yes

Senior Discount

5%

Accepted Payment Methods

  • American Express
  • Check
  • Visa
  • Discover
  • MasterCard
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  • 2
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Reviews
4.9146 Reviews
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Showing 1-25 of 146 reviews
Jacqueline G.
Apr 2025
5.0
Electrical
Yes, I recommend this pro
Great service! Project was completed so quickly and efficiently. Would definitely hire again for any electrical projects and recommend to others!
Joe M.
Apr 2023
5.0
Electrical
Yes, I recommend this pro
Professional and no nonsense. Did the job right and found a wiring issue at the stove connection that could have been serious problem if not noticed and fixed. Can't thank them enough.
Kelly M.
Jan 2023
5.0
Lighting Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$275
Great experience, very professional and priced well. I would definitely use their services again for future projects!
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your review and your business I also enjoyed talking to your mother and aunt thanks again"

Lisa D.
Nov 2022
5.0
Electrical
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Eric is very responsive and professional. I sent him a picture of what was wrong. He fit us into his schedule the next morning, because we were under an extreme time crunch, and fixed the issue within 5 minutes. Worth every penny!!
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you [Member Name Removed] for taking the time to write such a good review hope all goes well in your new location"

Luis G.
Oct 2022
5.0
Electrical
Yes, I recommend this pro
Eric was really respectful, straight forward and professional. Did not waiste any time getting the job done. He cleaned everything up. Couldn't ask for anything better. Would definitely recommend
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you [Member Name Removed] it was a pleasure to do business with you I appreciate you taking the time to write your review"

Elaine A.
Mar 2022
5.0
Electrical
Yes, I recommend this pro
Eric did an excellent job and was very responsive to any requests we had. We have used him a couple times and will continue to hire him whenever we need electrical work done.
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your review hope you and your family are well I appreciate your business"

Michelle S.
Nov 2021
5.0
Electrical, Lighting Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
The work was done quickly and professionally. The service from this company is always courteous and reasonably priced. I would highly recommend this company.
Daniel Y.
Mar 2021
5.0
Electrical
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
I called to have outlets and switches that needed to be repaired. Eric repaired them quickly and was able to fix several other miscellaneous electrical issues. He did all the work in just over an hour and was neat and friendly. Will definitely call Capital District Electric again and recommend to others.
Response from Capital District Electric

"Hi [Member Name Removed]thank you for taking the time to write such a good review it was a pleasure to work for and meet you good luck hunting"

Peggy B.
Feb 2021
5.0
Electrical, Lighting Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
We are really happy with the work. CDE provided great advice to position new fixtures plus what to look for in selecting and placing the lights, outlets and wiring to minimize work to patch ceiling after the install. Definitely knowledgeable and courteous. CDE gave prompt estimates and stayed on budget and schedule. We will definitely use CDE again.
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you and [Member Name Removed] for your business and taking the time to write a review I appreciate it and hope you guys stay well"

J D.
Oct 2020
5.0
Ceiling Fan Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Very well. And he cleaned up after himself !
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you for taking the time to write a review i really appreciate it and your business stay well and thanks again"

Barry K.
Jun 2020
5.0
Electrical, Lighting Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Excellent service. Very professional and personable. Eric skillfully fixed a mess of wiring left by a previous installer. And he made all the plates and switches look great. That means a lot. As if by magic, lights and outlets that hadn't worked in years came to life! My wife and I couldn't be happier. Thank you, Eric!
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your review it was a pleasure to meet you and your wife stay well and thanks again for your business"

Erin H.
Jun 2020
5.0
Electrical, Ceiling Fan Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Eric has done work for us on several occasions for various projects. This most recent time he did the wiring and connection for an outdoor kitchen/grill. He is always professional and does excellent work. This particular time he went above and beyond to fix a mistake by the landscape contractor we hired. I was in a jam and he showed up the next day to help me out.
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you for your review hope you and your family stay well I’m sure I will see you for something in the future"

Natalie C.
Apr 2020
5.0
Ceiling Fan Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
We bought a fan that was too big, and had to exchange the fan for a different, smaller span size. This required him to return a second time to install the fan. He was very accommodating to us. The installation went well and the fan looks and works great.
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you for your business and review I always appreciate it when a customer takes the time to write one you and your family stay well"

Victoria M.
Jan 2020
5.0
Electrical
Yes, I recommend this pro
He's absolutely wonderful! Pleasure to work with, very friendly, extremely professional and did a great job.
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you for taking the time to write your review I really appreciate it"

RP C.
Sep 2019
5.0
Electrical
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000
My wife and I couldn’t be happier with our decision to hire Capital District Electric, and we can’t say enough good things about the owner, Eric Smith. We needed our dangerous Federal Pacific electrical panel replaced (search it). Through Angie's List, we contacted several contractors. Eric was the first to reply and the first to come over to give us an estimate. (One didn’t even bother to tell us they weren’t interested in the work.) We liked Eric right away. He’s professional, polite, and personable. He knows his trade and is very good at it. He was here when he said he would be and gone when he said would be, the place left absolutely clean. His work and work ethic are impeccable. I wish I took before and after photos of the two panels. The original one looked like a square bowl of spaghetti, with twisted wires sticking out the top, sides, and bottom. The new one is perfect with all the wires neatly entering the top. It was nice to deal with the owner of the company, rather than someone who’s just doing a job. It would be a big mistake to make a decision about Capital District Electric and Eric based on the two lowest ratings on this site. Obviously they didn’t have work done, and one doesn’t appear to apply to this contractor. They should be taken down. And No, we’re not related to Eric.
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you [Member Name Removed] for taking the time to write such a great review I enjoyed working for u and your wife I truly appreciate your business and review"

Maria Y.
Aug 2019
5.0
Electrical
Yes, I recommend this pro
Eric was on time, professional and did a great job!
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your review I really appreciate it and your business"

Stephen S.
Aug 2019
5.0
Electrical
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
A fence installer cut into the house service entry wires with a jackhammer. The fence crew understandably refused to continue and left. I called Eric and even though I still had power, he came within an hour to evaluate, concerned it was an emergency, after normal working hours. Early next morning he came and completed the repair. Access was very difficult and required a lot of digging. Finished the job by mid-morning. Excellent service all around and well worth the fee.
Response from Capital District Electric

"I really appreciate your business and the time you took to write such a good review thanks again Eric"

Richard F.
Apr 2019
5.0
Electrical
Yes, I recommend this pro
$950
Eric was awesome. Timely, professional, friendly, reasonably priced, and did a fantastic job.
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you for your review, glad I could help thanks again for your business"

Norma S.
Mar 2019
5.0
Electrical
Yes, I recommend this pro
Very happy that we chose Eric from Capital District Electric through Angie's list. After calling 3 other electricians in our local area that either did not return calls, or show up, Eric responded within hours, and we had an appointment scheduled within a week. Work was done as promised on time and within budget! Once I decide on some new fixtures, we will be calling Capital District Electric again. Thank you!
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you [Member Name Removed] it was nice to meet you and your husband"

Aimee M.
Mar 2019
5.0
Electrical, Lighting Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
When Our previous electrical contractor got too busy with commercial work, we found Eric on Angies List. What a find! Eric is now our go-to guy for all things electrical. He is honest, knowledgeable, shows up on time, prices are reasonable, stands by his work- everything that you could ask. Look no further!
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your review whenever someone takes the time to write a review I really appreciate it"

Caryl S.
Feb 2019
5.0
Electrical
Yes, I recommend this pro
On time, very knowable, hard worker, recommended
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you for your review [Member Name Removed] I appreciate it"

Thomas T.
Jan 2019
5.0
Electrical
Yes, I recommend this pro
Excellent. Professional. We will definitely use him again.
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you [Member Name Removed] for taking the time to write a review I appreciate it and your business"

Leo C.
Oct 2018
5.0
Electrical, Ceiling Fan Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$160
First time with Capital District Electric. Eric found a way to get the job done despite some unanticipated issues. Reasonable priced and professional service. Will be doing business with him in the future. Highly recommended.
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you for your review [Member Name Removed] I’ll see you on wed"

Nicholas Y.
Oct 2018
5.0
Electrical, Lighting Service + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Showed up the next day and fixed the urgent problem. Showed up the next day and finished the outdoor lamp, and help prepare the underground electrical wire to endure the hardscaping we’re doing.
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you nick for taking the time to write a review I appreciate it thanks again for your business"

Ellen R.
Oct 2018
5.0
Electrical
Yes, I recommend this pro
Eric Smith never disappoints. He shows up on time, is efficient without being brusque and ALWAYS finds a way to get the job done. The last part is what I MOST appreciate about him. As a single mom managing a job, a house and a family, I just like to get the job done without a hassle. Eric will find a way and he's a pleasure to work with. HIGHLY RECOMMEND ALWAYS.
Response from Capital District Electric

"Thank you for your business and review [Member Name Removed] I appreciate both"

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Licensing

Insured
Licensed*

Trade License Number

Albany license # 392

Trade License Expiration

07/11/2025

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FAQ

Capital District Electric is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Capital District Electric accepts the following forms of payment: American Express, Check, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
No, Capital District Electric does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, Capital District Electric offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Capital District Electric does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Capital District Electric offers emergency services.
Yes, Capital District Electric offers warranties.
Capital District Electric offers the following services: Electrical, Replace Outlets, Switches & Upgrades, Heat Installs, Hooking Up & Wiring Solar Panels.

Contact Information

450 Central Ave, Ste 66276, Albany, NY 12208

Service Hours

Monday:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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