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Big Lou's Electric

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

About us

Big Lou's Electric is an owner-operated, state-licensed, fully-insured, and bonded, electrical contractor for your residential & light-commercial electrical projects. Price based on the scope of work. Discount available for Angie's List Members. Ohio License #EL45444. Free estimates. For fastest response, please call or text, instead of using the Message Center.

Business highlights

16 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Specialize in replacing old fuse/breaker panels - especially hazardous 'Federal-Pacific' breaker boxes. Service upgrades to 100,150, 200, 400-amps. Run new circuits for air conditioning, electric ranges, appliances, above ground pools & hot-tubs, gutter heat cables. Run new/supplemental wiring for additions, kitchen & bathroom remodels. Diagnose & trouble shoot wiring problems. Install light fixtures & ceiling fans. Install whole house standby generators and generator transfer switches.

Services we don't offer

Installing recessed can lighting in existing ceilings. Low voltage landscape lighting systems. Troubleshooting Cable TV, telephone, and internet system problems.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

5.0141 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
96%
4
3%
3
0%
2
0%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.9
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 101-125 of 141 reviews

Steve S.
02/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
went as planned
Description of Work: New Outlet

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

Farhin A.
05/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent. Very Professional.
Description of Work: Hang Fan in Living Room

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
$200

michael M.
04/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Flawlessly, on time, on budget
Description of Work: Service panel

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
$1,000

Karen S.
11/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

nan Z.
08/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
professional
Description of Work: good

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

christine K.
05/2016
5.0
ceiling fans
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: He came to my daughters home and fixed the 220 line to the dryer last week. Very professional and diagnosed the problem immediately. Will use in the future. Reasonable pricing also.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Sharlene P.
04/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Michael G.
11/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

DALMA T.
04/2011
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Lou did a great job. He gave an estimate over the phone and completed the work within a few days. He worked with me to find a time to do the work that was convenient for my schedule. He was on time and returned phone calls and it was easy to reach him. He did a good job replacing the light and it works great.
Description of Work: Lou replaced a small ceiling light in a walk in closet. He removed the old light an installed a new one.

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
$25

Response from Big Lou's Electric
Thank you for the positive feedback. Glad you were happy with my work. Lou.

Karen S.
03/2011
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Everything was completed in the manner I expect all work to be done, though few others deliver. The jobs were done right, the area left clean.
Description of Work: Replaced electric eye in lamp post. Installed electric outlet box outside of brick home with on/off switch in basement.

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
$335

Response from Big Lou's Electric
Thank you for the positive feedback. Glad you were happy with my work. Lou.

Marianne B.
03/2011
5.0
ceiling fans, electrician, lighting
  + 1 more
Overall this man was wonderful. As I've said above, I would hire him again in a second. He was reasonable, neat, prompt and efficient.
Description of Work: This man went over and above, and I am a picky customer. He was wonderful and I would not hesitate to use him again - and I am being very honest. I only joined Angie's List because so many bozos had come out to my house to fix things and I was sick of it. He wouldn't let me lift anything, put up the ceiling fan and was very meticulous. I also needed a light switch replaced which he did very willingly - that was something he hadn't expected to be asked to do.

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
$75

Response from Big Lou's Electric
Thank you for the positive feedback. Glad you were happy with my work. Lou.

Eric J.
03/2011
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Lou was very professional and demonstrated a great deal of care and pride in his work. He went above and beyond to ensure the best possible options were being implemented; all while consulting us and asking for input as the job went along.
Description of Work: Lou installed a combo light/exhaust fan in our 2nd floor bathroom. He vented the fan up and out through the attic.

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
$270

Response from Big Lou's Electric
Thank you for the positive feedback. Glad you were happy with my work. Lou.

Philip G.
03/2011
4.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Lou was prompt in coming to our home and giving us an estimate and very prompt and professional in doing the work requested. He cleaned up when the job was completed.
Description of Work: Lou replaced a light fixture with a light/exhaust fan in our master bath and vented that fan and an existing fan in another bathroom up to the roof vent in the attic.

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
$300

Response from Big Lou's Electric
Thank you for the positive feedback. Glad you were happy with my work. Lou

Anna F.
02/2011
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
When Lou came, he first checked out my circuit box and all the breakers. He found that the connections were loose so he tightened all connections for each breaker in the box. That may be why the garage outlets were working when he checked them out. He also noted that the breaker box and all breakers needed to be replaced as they were not up to code and let me know what he would do (and later sent a proprosal for the work). I did mention that I'd probably want to do this piece in Spring (no cold or snow) Lou was professional, very knowledgeable, answered my questions. He did a good job and I'd call him for additional work.
Description of Work: I had some electrical outlets and light switch that were not working so I needed someone to check and repair/replace (i.e., 2 garage outlets, 1 living room light switch). I was worried about not having the garage ones running as I need at least one working so I can use the electric start for my snowblower. The end result was that the garage ones did work (as Lou tightened the breaker connections in the box), but the living room switch had to be replaced.

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
$85

Response from Big Lou's Electric
Thank you for taking time to post feedback for other members to read. I appreciate it and glad you were pleased with my work.

NORMA JEAN P.
12/2010
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Lou was prompt, courteous, and efficient. He checked everything out and had to go out and buy a replacement part for the outdoor lamp. He replaced it one day when I was at work. Everything was done wonderfully and I've had no problems since. I will always call Lou from now on instead of working with a non-electrician for electrical work. I have a lot of confidence in Lou, his honesty, and his work.
Description of Work: Lou double-checked some work done by a handyman with wiring. After the handyman finished with an outdoor light pole, some other things went wrong and so I wanted someone to check out all the electrical work the handyman completed. Lou checked it out and replaced a part of the outdoor lamp that was not working properly.

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
$95

Response from Big Lou's Electric
Thank you for taking time to post feedback for other AL members to read. Glad you were happy with my work. Lou

Sheryl K.
10/2010
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Lou did a great job! He came out within hours of our calling about the problem, delivered the estimate that evening, explained what needed to be done and why. He also checked with the service provider ahead of time in order to give us some choices for the repair date. He scheduled the installation time, coordinated the activity with the service provider, handled all permits and corrected a few minor issues that the original builder missed. There's not a question as to who we'll call for the next electrical problem.
Description of Work: Lou replaced an electrical meter socket that was "damaged" when our electrical service provider was updating the meter at my parents home.

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
$300

Response from Big Lou's Electric
Thank you for the positive feedback. Glad you were happy with our work!

maria M.
09/2010
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Lou is very professional,considerate and knowledgable. He went beyond what he had to do to complete the job to make sure things were done correctly. I will definitely use his services again should the occasion arise.
Description of Work: corrected incorrect electrical connections, GFI in garage, installed larger electrical panel

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
$1,600

Response from Big Lou's Electric
Thank you for the positive feedback. Glad you were happy with our work!

Sharon M.
09/2010
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
He suggested a cost-effective method for running the wiring to the new outlet. He arrived on time both to give us our free estimate and to perform the work. He was courteous, professional, and efficient. The work was neatly done and he even cleaned up the area after he completed the job. I highly recommend Lou.
Description of Work: We wanted a new grounded electrical outlet installed in our basement and a new ceiling fan installed in our bedroom. The outlet required drilling into a wall and running new wire to the area.

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
$170

Response from Big Lou's Electric
Thank you for the positive feedback. Glad you were happy with our work!

Linda B.
09/2010
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I tried replacing this outdoor receptacle box several times. I could not firmly secure the box. Several times the receptacle device shorted out due to water entering the box. I sent Big Lou an email from his Angies listing. He called me the next day. The following morning Big Lou replaced the whole recepactle assembly. The work was completed according to codes and the box is firmly attached to the wall. Thanks Big Lou for a job well done!
Description of Work: Big Lou replaced an old outdoor receptacle 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
$100

Response from Big Lou's Electric
Thank you for the positive feedback. Glad you were happy with our work!

Edward K.
08/2010
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Lou's response time was very commendable. He was able to fit me immedatly into his busy schedule and solved the problem. He went above and beyond when he finished the repair professionally all with courtious consideration for all his customers.
Description of Work: Had no power to detached garage. Lou quickly found problem of diconnected wire, temporarily spliced wires to solve it. He returned the next day to replace fittings, broken pipe and work box with new hardware matching the new exterior decor.

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
$135

Response from Big Lou's Electric
Thank you for the positive feedback. Glad you were happy with our work!

CARMINE I.
08/2010
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
After having a couple of estimates, Lou's estimate gave us what we wanted and needed for a reasonable price. During the estimate he was very knowledgeable and well versed in electrical code. After returning from a vacation, either of us could not take off any further work days. We trusted Lou and let him have access to the house to complete the 2 1/2 day project. Lou completed the task as quoted and on time. He even went above and beyond and hung a pull chain light in our furnace room! During this job, we had Lou provide us with another estimate for my mom's house on electrical work that needed to be done. Lou once again gave the best estimate and completed the job as promised. He went above and beyond and even took my mom to the doctor when she asked! What other electrician would do that? We have recommended Lou to friends and family if they should have any electrical needs in the future. We don't look forward to any future electrical issues/needs, but if we do we would definitely call on Lou again!! Thank you Lou!!!
Description of Work: Removed old fuse box and installed new 100 amp main panel & circuit breakers. Installed steel ground rod outside and ran copper wire continuous to main panel for "earth" ground. Ran copper wire continuous from water meter back to main panel for "water" ground. Bonded hot/cold/gas piping at water heater. Installed GFCI receptacle in wall under panel. Replaced existing receptacle by utility sink with GFCI. Installed pull chain light in furnace/hot water tank room. Even repaired wall around new breaker panel after having to cut out old fuse system, by replacing drywall, taping, & sanding.

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
$1,350

Response from Big Lou's Electric
You were great to work for and I sure appreciate the positive feedback. Glad you're happy with the work. Thanks again. Lou.

Barbara M.
05/2010
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
His price was reasonable. He was courteous and helpful. He is someone I am glad I found and I'm happy to have him do future work.
Description of Work: He fixed an outside light for me. I do plan on having him back out for some more work.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Big Lou's Electric
Thanks, Lou.

denise D.
10/2009
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The entire process could not have gone better. Lou obtained all permits; he handled all calls with the illuminating company in getting power turned off/on and in having service upgraded to 200 amps. Lou was very polite and professional. I obtained three estimates from electricians and Lou?s was by far the best. Lou is licensed and bonded. He?s smart in how he approaches a job, yet very modest.
Description of Work: We needed to bring our house (built in 1960) up to code for preparation of sale. We had Lou ground all required outlets in kitchen, bath, and laundry room. Lou also grounded various other items in the house that were necessary to pass inspection. Lou installed needed breakers in our junction box. Lou also installed a new 200 amp box for us.

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
$1,500

Response from Big Lou's Electric
Thank you for the nice feedback. We appreciate the business. It was very nice working w you and your family during the project. Lou.

denise D.
10/2009
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Project went very well. I was up and running in no time.
Description of Work: Fixed wall switch and light.

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
$50

Response from Big Lou's Electric
Thank you again! Lou.

Nancy S.
09/2009
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent, I told my son about him before he started on my house. He did my son's house first and he was really pleased. Moved a switch at my request after can lights were installed - no extra charge! All work was excellent, charges were so competitive that I gave him a tip after he finished. Cleaned up after himself. Very pleasant to talk to. Only issue is that he normally starts his day between 9:30 and 10 a,m, because of other obligations. That worked out well for me as I don't do well first thing in the morning. But it necetated and an extra day or two. I doubt you can do better with price/performance.
Description of Work: ALOT! 8 can lights, Outdoor light, 200 Amp 40 switch circuit box, Low voltage lights, outlet in crawl space, New Circuit for Microwave, Christmas Lights Electrical Box.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,200

Response from Big Lou's Electric
Glad you were happy with our work. Thank you for your referral!

Contact information

7452 Broadview Rd Ste 177, Cleveland, OH 44134


Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Plumbing,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
General Remodeling,
Phone Wiring,
Lamp Repair

FAQ

Big Lou's Electric is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Open All Day

Monday: Open All Day

Tuesday: Open All Day

Wednesday: Open All Day

Thursday: Open All Day

Friday: Open All Day

Saturday: Open All Day

Big Lou's Electric accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Big Lou's Electric does not offer free project estimates.
No, Big Lou's Electric does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Big Lou's Electric does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Big Lou's Electric offers emergency services.
Yes, Big Lou's Electric offers warranties.
Big Lou's Electric offers the following services: Specialize in replacing old fuse/breaker panels - especially hazardous 'Federal-Pacific' breaker boxes. Service upgrades to 100,150, 200, 400-amps. Run new circuits for air conditioning, electric ranges, appliances, above ground pools & hot-tubs, gutter heat cables. Run new/supplemental wiring for additions, kitchen & bathroom remodels. Diagnose & trouble shoot wiring problems. Install light fixtures & ceiling fans. Install whole house standby generators and generator transfer switches.
Installing recessed can lighting in existing ceilings. Low voltage landscape lighting systems. Troubleshooting Cable TV, telephone, and internet system problems.

Contact information

7452 Broadview Rd Ste 177, Cleveland, OH 44134


Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day