Kolb Electric Inc

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

About us

We are a family owned and operated business that has been serving the Baltimore, Washington Metropolitan area since 1925. We are committed to providing superior electrical services. The valuable advantages we can offer you are great service, high quality and experienced workers at a competitive price.

Business highlights

100 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Residential & commercial electric service, breaker panel installation, back up generators, recessed lighting, indoor & outdoor lighting, fire alarm systems, surveillance & security systems, finished basements, ceiling fan & attic fan installation, switch & outlet repair, bucket truck service, power quality analysis, infrared thermograph, data and telephone systems, property management.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.4216 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
65%
4
15%
3
6%
2
4%
1
10%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.5
value
4.2
professionalism
4.4
responsiveness
4.5
punctuality
4.6

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Showing 51-75 of 216 reviews

Lisa F.
03/2014
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The technician from Kolb was very professional and punctual. However the office did not call me before the technician arrived to let me know when he would be at my house. The technician was very knowledgeable. He provided the services I had requested. He was efficient with his time. He quickly fixed the outlets we had damaged from a burst pipe.
Description of Work: Kolb provided inspection of electrical system for whole house. Rewired and replaced outlets in garage which were damaged. Also rewired a few outlets that had been sparking occasionally.

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
$200

Response from Kolb Electric Inc
Thank you very much for the positive comments. It’s always encouraging when customers acknowledge the hard work of our team members, which is what Kolb Electric is best valued for. We look forward to doing business with you again. – Kolb Electric

Laurie E.
03/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They were prompt, professional, knowledgeable and they cleaned up after doing the work.
Description of Work: Installed 2 whole house surge protectors, a new electric outlet for a microwave and a 10 switch panel to power different household items directly from our portable generator in the event of a power outage.

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
$1,900

Response from Kolb Electric Inc
Thank you very much for the positive comments. We always work hard to offer great and efficient service. I’m so glad your visit was enjoyable and the project completed to your satisfaction. I will pass your encouraging comments to the team and we look forward to do business with you in the future. – Kolb Electric

paul H.
03/2014
1.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The provider was supposed to contact me and never did.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
$195

Response from Kolb Electric Inc
It’s very disappointing to receive a comment like this and we are sorry that this happened. Our customers are extremely important to us and we would like to prove this to you by giving us the opportunity to discuss your comment. I offer you the opportunity to call me directly at (410) 660-2102 or email me at [Hyperlink removed], to discuss this matter in further detail. - Kolb Electric-

RICHARD T.
03/2014
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It was unremarkable...it was just pretty ordinary thing. There's nothing special in what they did but the experience was fine.
Description of Work: I used the big deal and electrical service of Kolb Electric Inc. They put a new module in my electric 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
$196

Alex K.
02/2014
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Kolb completed the requested work without issue.
Description of Work: Installed recessed lighting (ran electrical and such).

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Response from Kolb Electric Inc
Thank you for your pleasant comments. We look forward to working with you again. -Kolb Electric

Edwina W.
02/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Front desk staff were a little confused in processing an Angie's list coupon. But once over that hurdle, services were very good.
Description of Work: .

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

Response from Kolb Electric Inc
Kolb Electric would like to personally, thank you for your kind review and for being such a loyal customer. - Kolb Electric

jim and beth M.
02/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent! I had outlets not working before Holiday guests...the technician arrived on time and fixed the problems in no time at all.....Thank you LEROY WHITE of Kolb....a wonderful person, kind and quick...he explained all that he was doing...thank you Leroy and Angies List |
Description of Work: .

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

Response from Kolb Electric Inc
Thank you very much for the positive comments. We always work hard to offer great and efficient service. I’m so glad your visit was enjoyable and the project completed to your satisfaction. I will pass your encouraging comments to the team and we look forward to do business with you in the future. – Kolb Electric

Elisha D.
11/2013
3.0
electrician
  + -1 more
what needed to be fixed was fixed but the electrician was rude, inappropriate and unprofessional. I also had to call several times to make sure I was on the schedule and to try and get an update on an estimated arrival time from a confused and unpleasant receptionist in the DC office. I wouldn't use them again or recommend them to others.
Description of Work: troubleshooted an electrical problem

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

$200

Response from Kolb Electric Inc
(Member name removed) Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your experience. We strive to provide a high level of service and we especially pride ourselves with our professionalism. We would really like the chance to prove our service to you and give us a second chance in the future. Kolb Electric,

Dennis M.
11/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
On time, knew what to do, worked quickly, was very courteous
Description of Work: Installed surge protector on circuit breaker 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 Kolb Electric Inc
[removed members name], Kolb Electric would like to personally, thank you for your kind comments and for being a loyal customer. Kolb Electric,

Barbara P.
10/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
A very experienced professional came to do the installation, gave me some valuable advice for some extra protection, that I have followed thru.
Description of Work: Doubled the original coverage as I have two electrical panels.

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
$330

Response from Kolb Electric Inc
[removed members name], Kolb Electric would like to personally, thank you for your kind comments and for being a loyal customer. Kolb Electric,

Carol N.
09/2013
2.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The tech from Kolb electric installed a whole house surge suppresser in a wall in my basement. Unfortunately, he cut a hole way too big for the item and left me with a gaping hole in my wall. It took several phone calls and appointment to finally get this resolved by having the surge suppresser put directly into my electric panel. Then it took weeks and several phone calls for Kolb to send someone out to repair my wall.
Description of Work: Install a whole house surge suppresser.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
4.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0

$195

Response from Kolb Electric Inc
(Member name removed), Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your experience. We strive to provide a high level of service and we especially pride ourselves with our professionalism. We would really like the chance to prove our service to you and give us a second chance in the future. Kolb Electric,

James K.
09/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Very well . Came on Saturday morning within stated time. Called before. Very courteous and professional. Expensive but it was on a weekend, and price was quoted in advance and no extras. Diagnosed and fixed problem.
Description of Work: Repaired "GIF" in outlet to restore electricity to fridge and several outlets in Kitchen

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
$295

Joseph G.
09/2013
1.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Nothing. I scheduled an appointment for a quote. they were to come out on 9/20/13 @ 10 am. It is 1hr 20 minutes later and no call no show.
Description of Work: Nothing. I scheduled an appointment for a quote. they were to come out on 9/20/13 @ 10 am. It is 1hr 20 minutes later and no call no show.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Alison H.
09/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Electrician arrived early and the job was completed within a half hour - excellent! Because of his promptness and efficiency I was able to get to work earlier than scheduled.
Description of Work: Install whole house surge protector

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

Reginald N.
08/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It was not bad service. I referred them to someone else.
Description of Work: I used Kolb Electric Inc to fix an electrical socket.

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

Seung K.
08/2013
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
A Kolb technician opened the circuit-breaker door, tested 3-phase voltage output relative among them, and found out that one voltage is too low. He told me to contact Pepco for help. At my request, he called Pepco and made an appointment for Pepco personnel to come to my place. After that, I wrote a check for $296.00. This is a pre-set amount before Kolb dispatched a technician so I should not complain about this. But it seems to be unfair for fully charging that amount. Kolb should have charged me just for a technician's presence (~$100.00). Lessons learned: When you lose power partially or wholly, first contact your power provider (e.g., Pepco). Arrange fee, if possible, before a provider shows up (for example, if a technician does not do any work or could not solve the problem, the fee should be significantly reduced).
Description of Work: We had partial electric power, which is available only when the A/C was on. It was on Sunday. Kolb offered help.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
2.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$296

Katie S.
08/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting, outdoor lighting
  + 1 more
Everything was great. They were very responsive. They came out for a estimate right away. After that we scheduled work and Harrison was awesome. He understood all of our issues, suggested some other alternatives that we had not thought of as well. Some stuff was simple but we just don't feel comfortable doing electrical ourselves. We needed a few things added to switches. Also had him fix some switches and add dimmers. He assessed the problems with our outside lights. The biggest project was adding vanity lights in our bathroom. Everything was great and done pretty quick. We would recommend Kolb and would use them in the future.
Description of Work: We had them come out to update some switches, change access to switches, repair outside light, and install vanity lights in master bathroom.

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
$500

Rebecca R.
08/2013
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
It was an Angie's List Big Deal that I purchased. It was fine. They did the job they were supposed to do. The price was a little high for what they did. Once I saw what they did, I wish I wouldn't have bought the deal because I could have probably done it on my own. The quality was fine.
Description of Work: I used Kolb Electric to look at the current fan I had in my bathroom and see what needed to be done to fix the venting issue in the attic. Then they came back and replaced what needed to be replaced.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Adam G.
08/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It went fine. The installation was very quick, the guy was fine and the price was very good. It was a really good value.
Description of Work: Kolb Electric Inc. installed the whole house surge protector.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$175

Saundra H.
07/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The technician Javiar, was actually early. He assessed the needs, completed the work and cleaned up after. The technician was very professional and extremely polite.
Description of Work: Provided a cable for a new TV, ran cable from basement outside and entered it in a new upstairs room, and place an outlet in the outdoor location.

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
$400

Kimberly B.
07/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
It turned out really well. They were excellent and did a really great job. I would use them again.
Description of Work: Kolb Electric Incorporated did a whole house lighting and surge protector.

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
$189

julie M.
07/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
They came right away, got the job done, and left. The guy they sent out was really knowledgeable and was at the top of his game. I was glad that my Big Deal purchase was completed quickly and was not dragged out too long!
Description of Work: I got a Big Deal for $175 for Whole House Lightning and Surge Protection!

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$175

Donna N.
06/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
I submitted a description of the job on-line and requested a specific date. The next day I received a call that someone would be out on the date requested and was offered a choice of 8-12 or 12-4. On the day of the appointment, Ryan arrived early within the requested afternoon window, and worked very efficiently and neatly. After he installed the bracket box, he verified that current was flowing through the wires and that the light fixture was not defective, but the bulbs would not light when the fixture was installed. After checking the switch also, he assessed that the problem was that the neutral was lost every time a load was put on the switch. He offered to go into the attic to look for a junction box that might be the source of the problem. However, given the extreme heat that day, for his sake I chose to re-schedule that work on a cooler and less humid day.
Description of Work: Installed a ceiling fan bracket box to facilitate installation of a replacement dining room light fixture.

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

Nicole G.
06/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Scheduling the installation of the Whole House Surge Protection purchased on the coupon was extremely easy. Kolb was flexible to work with my schedule on a day that worked best for me. Jose showed up on time as scheduled. He was very professional and friendly. He installed the surge protector and identified the cause of my outside pole not working (previous owners had bypassed the sensor). He fixed that and tested to ensure it was functioning. I will definitely use Kolb Electric for any future needs and would definitely recommend them to others!
Description of Work: I purchased the Big Deal from Angie's List for the Whole House Surge Protection. That was installed as well as I asked them to look at an outside lamp pole that was not functioning correctly.

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
$250

Paul O.
06/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Great. They honored there deal even though it took 2 hours to install the surge protector. Only other cost was a new breaker for device which they said might be needed if there was not a breaker in the panel. Charged me only the hour to convert the other outlet. Guy came a few minutes early, was vey pleasant and professional . I was very pleased with everything.
Description of Work: Installed whole house surge protector as offered by a deal on Angie's List. Change a 220v outlet and convert to 110V.

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
$240

Contact information

8530 Cinder Bed Rd Suite 1400, Lorton, VA 22079

http://www.kolbelectric.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
ECC25
Trade License Locale
DC
Trade License Authority
District of Columbia Board of Industrial Trades
Trade License Expiration
11/30/2021

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
No
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Generator,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Earthquake Retrofitting

FAQ

Kolb Electric Inc is currently rated 4.4 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Kolb Electric Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Kolb Electric Inc offers free project estimates.
Yes, Kolb Electric Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Kolb Electric Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Kolb Electric Inc offers emergency services.
Yes, Kolb Electric Inc offers warranties.
Kolb Electric Inc offers the following services: Residential & commercial electric service, breaker panel installation, back up generators, recessed lighting, indoor & outdoor lighting, fire alarm systems, surveillance & security systems, finished basements, ceiling fan & attic fan installation, switch & outlet repair, bucket truck service, power quality analysis, infrared thermograph, data and telephone systems, property management.

Contact information

8530 Cinder Bed Rd Suite 1400, Lorton, VA 22079

http://www.kolbelectric.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed