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This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ star throughout their time with Angi.
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Mel Carr Electric

Electrical Service, Lighting Service, Ceiling Fan Service,
This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ star throughout their time with Angi.

About us

We thank you for taking the time to research Mel Carr Electric for your residential electrical needs. Our incredible customer service and highly trained electricians are just some of the ways that this 48 year old family-owned company is leading the pack among residential service technicians in the Capital Region. If you choose to use our company, you can expect: • A warm and friendly greeting on the telephone by a live person. • Bright yellow booties on our shoes to protect your floors and keep your home as clean as when we arrived. • Up-front pricing for the entire job, there are no cost surprises when the work is completed. • Experienced, trained, and qualified electricians to troubleshoot existing problems and install new wiring to prevent future issues. • Our guarantee that you will be completely satisfied with all workmanship and quality of the service you receive.

Business highlights

Family owned & operated
LGBTQ+ Friendly
49 years of experience

Services we offer

A/c wiring, apartment meters, attic fan installations, backup power supply, capacity upgrades, ceiling fans, circuit breakers, code compliance, electric heat, exhaust fans, telecommunication cable, Fixtures, fuse to circuit, lighting, meter base repair, older homes rewired, outlets, overhead & underground electrical specialties, lamp post setting & wiring, power wiring, security lighting, smoke detectors, pools, phone wiring, trenching services, voice data/lan cabling

Amenities

Eco Friendly Accreditations

Yes

Free Estimates

Yes

Warranties

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • Financing Available
  • Check
  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.7208 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
86%
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8%
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3%
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2%
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Showing 1-25 of 208 reviews
Timothy K.
Feb 2025
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,500
Service was performed quick and efficiently.
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"Thank you so much for this awesome review! We apprecaite your business and thank you for taking the time to share your experience:)"


Paul P.
Feb 2025
4.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$68,000
Great team - friendly, and professional! Free quote and did the job on site. The only issue was that they couldn't get a few outlets back to a 3 way as they were previously before. Otherwise, amazing work and would rehire again!
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We appreciate your trust in us and please let us know if there is anything we can do to help in the future:)"


Diane B.
Jan 2025
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$47,500
Asked for an estimate to put in a whole house surge protector. Price was exactly as I was anticipating and he was able to do the work immediately.
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"Thank you so much for this awesome review! We are here for you if you need anything in the future, and thank you again for taking the time to share your experience:)"


Mark C.
Nov 2024
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
PERFECTLY!
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"THANK YOU!"


Daniel B.
Nov 2024
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50,000
Great; very extensive and helpful and did a few very minor things at no cost. Great, timely, friendly, knowledgeable.
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"We want to thank you for this awesome review! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience:)"


Karen M.
Oct 2024
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Great!!!!!!!!!!
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"Thank you so much, we appreciate your business and for taking the time to leave such an awesome review:)"


Frauque A.
Oct 2024
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$35,000
The electrician was absolutely professional and very informative. I will definitely hire Mel Carr again and will recommend others to do so.
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"We so appreciate your vote of confidence! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, and please let us know if we can help in any way in the future:)"


Andrew R.
Aug 2024
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$228,200
Ethan from Mel Carr was super knowledgeable and helped get an accurate quote and service installation together quickly. Mel Carr handled everything including permitting, and I was able to have some additional electrical work done for little cost on the same day. Great experience!
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"Thank you for this awesome review! We agree, Ethan IS awesome, thank you so much for sharing that fact. We appreciate your business and pleases let us know if there is anything we can do to help in the future:)"


Valerie S.
Jul 2024
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100,000
Very professional, completed the job the same day as the estimate. Was more expensive, but quality was top notch.
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"Thank you so much for this awesome review! We value your business and thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help in the future:)"


Mary D.
Nov 2021
4.0
Electrical Service
$100,000
They did a great job but the price is expensive.

Dennis G.
Nov 2020
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$220,000
Very professional business. Gary did a great job. He did quality work and was very professional.

Louis K.
Nov 2020
2.0
Electrical Service, Ceiling Fan Service
They quoted a price of $530.52 for a job to take 1 hour to complete. I asked if there was a minimum charge for coming out, and they said they did not know how price is calculated--only that their computer program arrives at the price. I calculated this is about $50 [retail] worth of materials, leaving $480 for two workmen for 1 hour--or $240 hour each. I said no thank you.
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"Thank you for this review. We appreciate you having us out to offer a quote on this project. To clarify, we do not have any minimum fee, and there was no charge for us to come out and offer an up-front quote for this work. We are disappointed we were unable to show our value to you by performing this work, but understand your desire for a lesser price. If you need anything in the future, please do not hesitate to reach out. We would love to be able to prove our worth to you in person. Thank you again for this review:)"


Emily S.
Nov 2020
5.0
Electrical Service, Lighting Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
The service was excellent - professional, respectful and competent. The cost was high but the service was great.

Marcia C.
Aug 2020
3.0
Electrical Service, Ceiling Fan Service
5X charges compared to other companies
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"We appreciate you allowing us to offer a quote for this project. We regret that we did not have the opportunity to show you the value in our work, but wish you the best with your choice on contractor. Thank you again for having us out:)"


Richard M.
Jun 2020
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
He was top-notch to work with.
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"Thank you for taking the time to share your experience:)"


Robert H.
Jan 2020
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
excellent, quick
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"Thank you for this excellent rating:)"


Robert H.
Jan 2020
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
excellent!!
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"Thank you for this excellent review! We appreciate you taking the time to let others know about your experience:)"


JOHN T.
Oct 2019
3.0
Electrical Service, Ceiling Fan Service
I needed two bathroom fan motor housings replaced. I was quoted $375 just for labor, not including the parts, which I was to buy. I called another electrician I'd used in the past and he quoted me $125 for the same job, but told me I could do it myself as they pop right out and explained how to do it. The guy was appalled that Mel Carr Electric quoted me that much. I bought the fans and it took me literally 10 minutes to replace them. I cannot understand how Mel Carr Electric can justify $375 for this. Assuming 1.0 hour minimum labor and travel fee I still can't understand how you get to almost $400. I've heard Mel Carr Electric has gotten expensive but this is nuts.
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your review. We truly appreciate your A review for Responsiveness, Punctuality, and Professionalism. We am sorry that this project we quoted did not suit your needs or budget and we appreciate and value your feedback. Thank you for having us out to offer this complimentary quote, and if there is ever anything we can do for you in the future we would be happy to help:)"


Alan F.
Oct 2019
1.0
Electrical Service
$118,800
The man they sent over was nice enough even though he was not prepared to give me the answers I needed or wanted. Keeping customers I'll informed companies do when they're embarrassed about the bottom line!
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"Thank you for your review [Member Name Removed] and for taking the time to speak with me yesterday. I accept your dislike of flat rate pricing, but I hope you would see some value to being able to have an up front price before the work begins, in not paying more for an inexperienced worker (who takes significantly longer than a skilled worker) because of a time-and-material pricing structure, and for the benefit of not signing a blank check to a contractor without any knowledge of when they will finish and how much it will cost you. I appreciate your opinion and thank you for listening to me yesterday, but I do take offense in the suggestions that we are embarrassed about our pricing. As I suggested yesterday, it has taken 42 years of understanding our business to be able to offer a guaranteed up front price for all work before asking our customers to commit to anything. We also do our best to offer as many options as there are available to you in your situation. I am sorry this did not work out and truly appreciate you having us out to offer a quote. Thank you again and good luck with this project:)"


RP C.
Aug 2019
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Keith was on time, professional, polite, and knowledgeable. (This was for an estimate only. The Yes in would I hire again pertains to estimates.)
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"Thank you for your kind review! We appreciate your business:)"


Charles E.
Jun 2019
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$23,500
The stove wasn't working and the appliance repairman said the problem might be in the wiring but he wasn't allowed to deal with the wiring at the outlet. The gentlemen from Mel Car checked the wiring with their handheld devices and found no issues. After they finished the stove came back to life and was fully operational.
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"Thank you for this amazing review [Member Name Removed]! I am glad to hear that your stove is back up and operational! Please let us know if you experience any additional issues or if you need anything in the future."


Chad R.
Jun 2019
5.0
Electrical Service, Lighting Service + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$270,000
excellent. work was completed on multiple projects in multiple rooms in around 4 hours of diligent work.
Response from Mel Carr Electric

"Thank you for taking the time to leave such an awesome review! We appreciate your business:)"


Steven B.
Apr 2019
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Good experience, start to finish. Easy to contact, they were able to come the same day, Sean was very professional and courteous. He came within the specified window (with a heads up that he was on his way). He did good work and cleaned up the area thoroughly before leaving. He also didn't seem to mind answering my stupid questions, which I appreciate. My only quibble was the price - but I'd rather pay a little more than I was expecting for high quality service than to get a great deal on a shoddy job, so it wasn't a deal-breaker (the coupon helped a bit). Would absolutely hire again.

George E.
Feb 2019
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$160,000
All aspects of the details of the work to be done were carefully explained. Dan A. was very professional and friendly.

Ken N.
Jan 2019
5.0
Electrical Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75,000
Everything was done in a professional and pleasant manner. Would definitely recommend them to anyone needing electrical work done in their home.
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Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number

383

Trade License Locale

City of Albany

Trade License Authority

Albany, NY

Trade License Expiration

12/31/2016

State Contractor License Requirements

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FAQ

Mel Carr Electric is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.
Monday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed
Mel Carr Electric accepts the following forms of payment: Financing Available, Check, CreditCard
Yes, Mel Carr Electric offers free project estimates.
Yes, Mel Carr Electric offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Mel Carr Electric does not offer a senior discount.
No, Mel Carr Electric does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Mel Carr Electric offers warranties.
Mel Carr Electric offers the following services: A/c wiring, apartment meters, attic fan installations, backup power supply, capacity upgrades, ceiling fans, circuit breakers, code compliance, electric heat, exhaust fans, telecommunication cable, Fixtures, fuse to circuit, lighting, meter base repair, older homes rewired, outlets, overhead & underground electrical specialties, lamp post setting & wiring, power wiring, security lighting, smoke detectors, pools, phone wiring, trenching services, voice data/lan cabling

Contact Information

6 Highland Ave, Albany, NY 12205

Service Hours

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