"A gem of a human being and excellent workmanship. He arrived on time, was prepared and improvised as needed. We needed a new kitchen light fixture installed that we purchased ourselves. The ceiling is not flat and even, hence the improvisation. When that installation was completed, he also finished installing a hall light that I was in the middle of. A couple of screws from that light kit were too short. Ahmad to the rescue! In summary, Ahmad is highly qualified and recommended. We will not hesitate to call him again. He’s now OUR electrician and he should be yours."
"Saha answered my request right away.He asked me to give him a little rundown, about what's going on and he was very patient in listening to me.The issue was that half of my condo was out of power.
Literally there was no power in the dining room, living room ,and desk area. He thoroughly investigated and tested all the outlets in the problem areas. Only one of the outlets had to be replaced since all the rest tested out fine. He did not stop there. He went on to check all my breakers and realized that one of them was in the off position. It actually tripped off ...as he explained it. That's what was causing the power to go off . The actual culprit was my portable heaters. He went onto explain that there were too many light fixtures and too many outlets on one breaker. I could tell you a lot more, but I don't think I have a lot of space left to do that. I just know that he was extremely professional , and answered all my questions. I will be using his services again."
"I first got in contact with CoreTrade back in April to install wall sconces in my newly remodeled kitchen and to get a quote to add new wiring for my upcoming kitchen fridge unit. What was supposed to be only one project turned into using them as my main electrical go-to company for multiple projects on my newly purchased home in McLean, Virginia. As a type A customer, I was very pleased with their professionalism, respect of my home and attention to detail. From April through July I happily spent $7,000 on electrical services from switching out over 50 light switches and receptacles, to replacing chandeliers in my kitchen and dining room, fixing a chandelier in my office, installing a chandelier in my guest bedroom, removing wires in the back of my home, installing over 20 brand new LED lights in the gym and laundry room and other upcoming pending projects. I’m extremely picky and meticulous, so to say CoreTrade is the best electrical company in the DMV is no small fret!"
"The provider performed the service and explained why our light fixture wasn't working properly. Since it was simply a matter of not screwing a light bulb in properly he only charged a service fee and not labor plus gave me 10% off."
"I was looking for someone to install two newly purchased Google Nest floodlight cameras and requested quotes from about seven different contractors. After comparing my options, I decided to move forward with Mr. Deepak because his pricing was by far the most reasonable. He came out, completed the installation exactly where and how we wanted it, was respectful and professional throughout the entire process, and got the job done without any unnecessary complications. I’ve already saved Mr. Deepak’s number and will absolutely contact him again for any future electrical projects. Fair pricing, good work, and a straightforward experience from start to finish. Five stars. Highly recommend!"
"PENNCO is a top notch electrical contractor. PENNCO has performed electrical car charger installs at my house. PENNCO also installed recessed lights and outlets for multiple rooms. PENNCO Electrical Services performed clean precision work at a reasonable price. I will always call PENNCO Electrical Services for my electrical needs!"
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"Asa was prompt and went above and beyond on the service call. He quickly found the cause of the misalignment of my sliding glass doors. He also noticed a light that wasn't properly installed, and fixed it in the same service trip for me. He was very professional and tried alternative approaches to solve the issue with my glass doors - although it turns out I need to reframe or replace them. I plan to use Asa for the installation of new doors in the future, as well as additional jobs in my home. "
"Paul Bender and his team do incredible work. Paul helped us remodel a number of bathrooms, from flooring, to decorative tile, new plumbing and lighting. Paul worked with us every step of the way. He was incredibly responsive, attentive to details, and oriented to ensure homeowners receive the best outcomes for their projects. All installers are professionals, arriving on time and cleaning workspaces each day, and communicate regularly with homeowners on status and plans. They are excellent crafts people and really excel at everything, but especially tile installation. The are real artists that pull together a plan that takes into consideration the nuances of your unique spaces. Paul offers creative ideas based on his years of experience. He has wonderful cabinet solutions that are stylish and made very well. His prices are fair and his customer service is outstanding. I would highly recommend Paul and the Tile Artisan for your bath or kitchen remodel."
"Their price was lower than everyone else. They were able to come and do it when we needed it done. If I had an issue they would come back an take care of it. There was one issue I overlooked and they came back and took care of it. The guy was very nice and I trusted him. The guy fixed our doorbell by going to home depot, buying one, and installing it but just charged us for the doorbell and not for labor. The price was reasonable for the amount of work we wanted done, even though it had been a little more work than he anticipated, he didn't charge us an astronomical price."
Chandelier Installation questions, answered by experts
The cost to install recessed lighting, also known as can lights, averages about $360 per fixture, with a typical range of $100 to $480 per light. If you are replacing pre-existing lights where wiring is already in place, the cost may be lower, around $200 to $300 per fixture. The final price is influenced by several factors, including labor costs in your area, ceiling material, the type of housing and trim, bulb type, materials, accessibility, and whether new wiring or permits are required. Electricians may charge hourly at a rate of $85 to $105 per hour, or a flat rate of $200 to $250 per fixture.
Using lighting controls on motion-sensor lights allows you to set the brightness, how long the light stays on, and on the luxurious end, even where to aim the light. However, these controls are considered a premium, so prepare to pay at least an extra $50.
There are few disadvantages to LED bulbs when compared to incandescent, but that isn’t to say they are perfect. Cooler LED lights emit an enormous amount of blue light. This can affect people with certain conditions and has been known to mess with your circadian rhythm. LEDs can also overheat, are prone to flicker, and may not be consistent in color across all bulbs in a pack
When it comes to eye health, warm light is much better for you than cool light. Cool light is harsher on the eyes and causes strain. If you’re working in cool light, you may want to consider wearing blue-light glasses to protect your eyes.
The installation cost for a light fixture varies depending on its type. While most installations require a professional, the complexity and price can differ. Here are some common light fixture types and their typical installation costs:
Ceiling-mounted fixtures: $90–$230
Chandeliers: $300–$2,000
Fluorescent lights: $85–$220
Light bars: $330–$440
Pendant lights: $95–$250
Recessed lights: $125–$230
Track lighting: $100–$250
Wall-mounted lights: $90–$250
The Triangle, VA homeowners’ guide to chandelier installation
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Add a wow factor to your home with a chandelier. Chandelier installation costs depend on style, location, and labor, so learn what you can expect to budget.
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