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3 Guys Electric & Insulation
4.6(
158
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Outstanding service and top notch expertise. Install everything to code and corrected everything from the previous contractors. Did exactly what they quoted and installed everything with a clean and professional look Definitely recommend to anyone who needs electrical work"
Water Heater Wrap
Radiant barrier
Attic stair cover
Radiant Barrier/ blown in insulation
Reseal A/C duct

+44

Response time2 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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West Houston Electric, Inc
4.9(
348
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Theo with West Houston Electric was fantastic and extremely thorough! We discussed the work, he gave me a price, and completed everything quickly and efficiently. Will definitely continue to use West Houston Electric for our future electrical needs."
Add Recessed Lighting
Recessed Lighting & Ceiling Fan Added
Automatic Standby Generator
Automatic Generator Transfer Switch
22 KW Generac Genererator

+9

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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West Houston Electric Inc
4.8(
64
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was a fairly large and expensive piece of necessary home maintenance. My home is now 25 years old, and I am the original owner. My main circuit breaker had been "acting up" recently; that is, it randomly failed (opened) as the day proceeded and the temperature rose. It is housed along with all of my other circuit breakers in my main breaker box, which is directly exposed to the early afternoon sun in the late spring and early fall months. Concerned, I did a bit of research online to discover my box likely had reached end-of-life. I called 2 contractors for estimates, and chose West Houston Electric to replace the box. In addition, my original ground rod was disconnected from my home's main grounding lead, which West Houston found when they inspected my box to give me a bid. I was told the original rod was likely galvanized metal provided by the builder, and that it had likely deteriorated significantly over the 25-year life of my house. They also suggested a "whole home" surge protector to minimize the effect of voltage surges that occur, the tech said, on a daily basis. These surges, it was claimed, have a deteriorating effect on any electric devices in my house, especially on "high tech" equipment that utilized chip technology. Both bidding contractors made this claim. I must say I haven't experienced any failures in chip-based technologies in my home. But, my AC compressor, when it comes on, comes on "hard." It must draw a lot of amperage when it cycles on, and it will do so often in the summer months. (I have a "start switch" on it to minimize the abruptness of its operation, but I often wonder what it draws as it is a very loud start.) I chose West Houston Electric to do the work because their competitor found almost $6,000 worth of work to do. To their credit, the tech broke that down to "must haves," "should haves," and "nice to haves." Even so, their bid for the "must haves," the work West Houston performed, was higher. The tech was on time for the scheduled work and seemed quite knowledgeable and likable. The owner had spoken to me on the phone, and came by twice during the work to check on progress. This is a relatively long procedure, by the way. It takes about 4-5 hours start to finish, and your power will be out most of that time. The tech found one more issue that seemed prudent to address regarding a GIF breaker for my pool pump, The competing contractor had suggested that as well. Though the risk is low that a pump failure might cause electricity to flow into my pool, it was the sort of risk that entailed mortality on the down side--that circuit is 220v. It the pump failed, and it caused current to flow into the pool, and anyone was in it, it would be "curtains." If this were to occur, I could not live with myself having chosen to take the risk instead of spending about $400. So, I conceded to add the additional protection. The work proceeded well. The tech and I struck up a good conversation about lawn maintenance, a favorite chore of mine (and his), and it finished up pretty much as we expected. West Houston did a fine job for me. I will use them again as there are always a few more things to be done in a house as old as mine. ("Old" is such an odd description of a house that is 25 years old; but that is Houston for you.)"
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22 kW Generac Guardian Automatic Standby Generator - Get an online quote at bit.ly/generatorquote
Electrical Project
Automatic Transfer Switches with wireless load shedding modules to allow the entire home to be function during an outage
Electrical Project

+23

Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Right Pro Electrical Services
4.9(
94
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Oscar Rosales of Right Pro Electrical Services went over and above for us today. We ran into him at Ace Hardware while we were there looking for a trip circuit breaker. Two places were sold out of the one we needed (Ace and Lowes). Oscar had what we needed in his truck (thankfully!) and I asked him if he would please follow us home and help us out as we had no electricity in half of the house, and no televisions were working (and we had company). Not only did Oscar change it out for us but he also had to move furniture around, troubleshoot the problem, explained everything we needed to do in the future, and also reset our garage door (which has not worked in nearly a year since the last power outage) and did not charge us for that. He really saved the day for us today. We will call on Oscar again and we will recommend him to our family and neighbors as well. We are very pleased with the personal level of service, friendliness and professionalism."
Dining lighting
Breaker panel with 3 green tags
New breaker panel with Surge
Recessed can lighting
Recessed lighting and island light fixture

+19

Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lumens Electric, LLC
4.6(
180
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were knowledgeable, and professional in their work. They applied for the required city permit prior to beginning the work. It was a larger job than anticipated in replacing two large electric panels, grounding various elements, and labelling the breaker switches. So, they continued the job the next day while honoring the original price quote. Apparently electrical codes change. Our 30 year old home was not up to electrical code prior to the work, but it is now."
General Electric Panel
Eaton BR Panel
Complete Service Upgrade
Outdoor Pane Upgrade
Outdoor Panel Upgrade

+35

Response time10 hrs
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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SEAR ELECTRIC LLC
5.0(
36
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Job was done promptly and they got on time. They were very professional and explained the problem and the solution. I definitely recommended and hired them again for my electrical work"
Lighting
Lighting
Business card
Switch install
Lighting

+18

Response time8 hrs
Response rate97%
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

In Houston, residential electricians handle home rewiring, lighting upgrades, and smart home installations tailored to local building codes. Commercial contractors focus on office and retail electrical systems, while specialists manage solar panel setups, generator installations, and EV charging stations. Some contractors are experienced with hurricane preparedness, offering solutions like whole-house surge protection to address Houston’s unique weather and power challenges.

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When hiring in Houston, prioritize electricians with experience handling local weather-related issues, such as flood-prone wiring or surge protection. Confirm they hold proper insurance and relevant certifications for TX. Ask about emergency response capabilities, especially for hurricane season. Choose professionals who communicate clearly, provide detailed project plans, and offer warranties that address Houston’s climate and frequent power fluctuations.

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Completing electrical projects in Houston offers immediate safety by reducing fire risks from outdated wiring, and boosts energy efficiency to help manage high summer utility bills. Over time, electrical upgrades like surge protection and panel replacements can increase property value and minimize storm-related outages. These improvements also prepare your home for Houston’s frequent severe weather, making your electrical system more resilient and reliable year-round.

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In Houston, be wary of contractors who avoid discussing permits, provide vague or incomplete quotes, or request cash-only payments. Watch for a lack of insurance, no local references, or reluctance to offer written agreements. After storms, be cautious of unsolicited offers, as storm-chasing contractors are common. Reliable pros will clearly explain project details and understand Houston’s specific electrical safety requirements.

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In Houston, small jobs like outlet repairs or light fixture installations typically finish within a few hours. More extensive projects, such as electrical panel upgrades or generator installations, can take several days, especially if permits are needed. Full home rewiring or smart home integration may require one to three weeks, with timelines influenced by Houston’s weather, permit processing, and material availability.

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