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Avatar for Vital Electric
Vital Electric
7102 Columbia Park Road
5.00(
22
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Approved Pro
Vital Electric
7102 Columbia Park Road
5.00(
22
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 local quotes requested

We are a Union trained company, with a Licensed and insured Journeyman Electrician. We have experience since 2014. We are able to troubleshoot and resolve any electrical issues. We specialize in Heavy ups, Generators, New installs, EV chargers, and many more projects. Customer satisfaction tops our priority list. We are Minority owned. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"The first time Ludwing came to our house, I asked him to do a few odd jobs such as fixing some lights that were flickering. He identified the problems quickly and solved each of them. He also fixed a circuit that had been wired incorrectly. We then hired him to do a more advanced job which required separating the string lights from the landscape lights in our backyard. He knew we were going on vacation so he made sure he ordered the transformer in time for him to complete the work before we left. His rates are good, he's very conscientious, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. Highly recommend!"

Vicki M on May 2025

We are a Union trained company, with a Licensed and insured Journeyman Electrician. We have experience since 2014. We are able to troubleshoot and resolve any electrical issues. We specialize in Heavy ups, Generators, New installs, EV chargers, and many more projects. Customer satisfaction tops our priority list. We are Minority owned. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"The first time Ludwing came to our house, I asked him to do a few odd jobs such as fixing some lights that were flickering. He identified the problems quickly and solved each of them. He also fixed a circuit that had been wired incorrectly. We then hired him to do a more advanced job which required separating the string lights from the landscape lights in our backyard. He knew we were going on vacation so he made sure he ordered the transformer in time for him to complete the work before we left. His rates are good, he's very conscientious, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. Highly recommend!"

Vicki M on May 2025


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Sansbury Electric
2766 Garfield Ave
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Sansbury Electric
2766 Garfield Ave
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
34 local quotes requested

Sansbury Electric is a small, locally-owned business, with over 30 years of experience that have served Washington, D.C, Maryland, Virginia and Delaware since 2010. Our team is known for our high-quality electrical services with a team that delivers a client-focused experience.

"Easy to schedule, easy to pay. Good customer service."

Monika J on May 2025

Sansbury Electric is a small, locally-owned business, with over 30 years of experience that have served Washington, D.C, Maryland, Virginia and Delaware since 2010. Our team is known for our high-quality electrical services with a team that delivers a client-focused experience.

"Easy to schedule, easy to pay. Good customer service."

Monika J on May 2025


Mr. Electric of Bethesda
1513 Sharon Dr
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Mr. Electric of Bethesda
1513 Sharon Dr
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
218 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

We specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, lighting, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"They did an excellent job of installing the new panel at a reasonable price. Also they had financing options that were same as cash. I was provided some options of circuit breakers and the price with the options. The differences in breaker were explained and the code requirements for my area was also explained and compared to other local code standards. I was able to customize the options a little bit based on my needs and I have more space in the panel if I have additional requirements. Going from a box from the 1960’s to a modern solution mad a lot of sense. The installation was smooth with only a short time without power. Throughout the process, I was well informed of the progress. My family was able to work remotely from home during most of the install without too much disruption. (Used cell phone for internet and laptops while power was off.) They even installed a monitoring system for me to track the electrical use of the house. Overall they did a great job and I am very satisfied."

Nick L on April 2025

We specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, lighting, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"They did an excellent job of installing the new panel at a reasonable price. Also they had financing options that were same as cash. I was provided some options of circuit breakers and the price with the options. The differences in breaker were explained and the code requirements for my area was also explained and compared to other local code standards. I was able to customize the options a little bit based on my needs and I have more space in the panel if I have additional requirements. Going from a box from the 1960’s to a modern solution mad a lot of sense. The installation was smooth with only a short time without power. Throughout the process, I was well informed of the progress. My family was able to work remotely from home during most of the install without too much disruption. (Used cell phone for internet and laptops while power was off.) They even installed a monitoring system for me to track the electrical use of the house. Overall they did a great job and I am very satisfied."

Nick L on April 2025


Emerson
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Emerson
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
118 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be an electrical contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Dependable, high quality work."

Howard M on April 2025

Our mission is to be an electrical contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Dependable, high quality work."

Howard M on April 2025


Green's Electric
13671 Baltimore Ave,
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Green's Electric
13671 Baltimore Ave,
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
306 local quotes requested

Electrical Service & Repairs - We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Outstanding! Super professional. Offered advice on my electrical installation and did the work quickly. I was very pleased with the end installation."

Chris C on January 2025

Electrical Service & Repairs - We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Outstanding! Super professional. Offered advice on my electrical installation and did the work quickly. I was very pleased with the end installation."

Chris C on January 2025


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All About Sound & Video
1595 Kimblewick Rd
4.93(
14
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Approved Pro
All About Sound & Video
1595 Kimblewick Rd
4.93(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
74 local quotes requested

Upgrade your home with home entertainment and security system installations from our company. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Very well! Our technician was very competent and pleasant to deal with"

rae g on March 2025

Upgrade your home with home entertainment and security system installations from our company. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Very well! Our technician was very competent and pleasant to deal with"

rae g on March 2025


Avatar for Hands on Electric
Hands on Electric
5238 Daventry Terrace
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Hands on Electric
5238 Daventry Terrace
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
45 local quotes requested

Experienced, quality and affordable Electricians servicing the Washington, DC. Metro Area. We offer same day service, 24 hour emergency service, and free estimates. No job is too small, we are troubleshooting experts, our services include but not limited to, generators, panel upgrades, ceiling fan installation, outlet replacement, track lighting, security lighting, recess lighting, appliance wiring, exterior lighting, pool & hot tub wiring, exhaust fans and much more.

"Kevin Williams was sent to repair problems created by another electrician hired by Kitchen Saver during an expansive kitchen re-face and cabinet installation. Among other things, he re-located an unsightly transformer that had been previously secured to the inside of the first shelf of a main kitchen cabinet to a lower cabinet out of sight. Voila! Then, he re-routed unsightly wiring previously clamped to the far corner of a glass display cabinet so that it was out of sight. These were difficult puzzles to solve, as the new cabinets had already been installed and there was no longer easy access. Kevin was friendly, professional, and experienced! Great job!"

NINA A on August 2022

Experienced, quality and affordable Electricians servicing the Washington, DC. Metro Area. We offer same day service, 24 hour emergency service, and free estimates. No job is too small, we are troubleshooting experts, our services include but not limited to, generators, panel upgrades, ceiling fan installation, outlet replacement, track lighting, security lighting, recess lighting, appliance wiring, exterior lighting, pool & hot tub wiring, exhaust fans and much more.

"Kevin Williams was sent to repair problems created by another electrician hired by Kitchen Saver during an expansive kitchen re-face and cabinet installation. Among other things, he re-located an unsightly transformer that had been previously secured to the inside of the first shelf of a main kitchen cabinet to a lower cabinet out of sight. Voila! Then, he re-routed unsightly wiring previously clamped to the far corner of a glass display cabinet so that it was out of sight. These were difficult puzzles to solve, as the new cabinets had already been installed and there was no longer easy access. Kevin was friendly, professional, and experienced! Great job!"

NINA A on August 2022


JOHN MAX ELECTRIC
15625 Easthaven Court
5.00(
18
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Approved Pro
JOHN MAX ELECTRIC
15625 Easthaven Court
5.00(
18
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
137 local quotes requested

We specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, lighting, panel upgrades, generator installations, solar, power, ceiling fans, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Outstanding overall experience working with John Max Electric and Dominic. The electricians were masterful, the cost was as discussed (and very reasonable), the professionalism and quality of work was excellent at each step throughout the service lifecycle. Thank you so much."

Brian H on June 2025

We specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, lighting, panel upgrades, generator installations, solar, power, ceiling fans, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Outstanding overall experience working with John Max Electric and Dominic. The electricians were masterful, the cost was as discussed (and very reasonable), the professionalism and quality of work was excellent at each step throughout the service lifecycle. Thank you so much."

Brian H on June 2025


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CAB Certified Electric
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
CAB Certified Electric
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
162 local quotes requested

CAB Certified Electric is a locally owned by a master electrician with over 20 years of experience. CAB Certified Electricians are licensed in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C. We work with a variety of customers that include: residential customers, commercial customers, insurance companies, remodeling contractors and even the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA). CAB Certified Electric is certified with the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), Minority Business Enterprise Program (MBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program (DBE).

"Great people, on time and very reasonable. I've already referred them to clients. My new go-to electrician!"

Jim M on June 2025

CAB Certified Electric is a locally owned by a master electrician with over 20 years of experience. CAB Certified Electricians are licensed in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C. We work with a variety of customers that include: residential customers, commercial customers, insurance companies, remodeling contractors and even the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA). CAB Certified Electric is certified with the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), Minority Business Enterprise Program (MBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program (DBE).

"Great people, on time and very reasonable. I've already referred them to clients. My new go-to electrician!"

Jim M on June 2025


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Wilcox Electric LLC
5602 Tuxedo Rd
4.77(
993
)
Approved Pro
Wilcox Electric LLC
5602 Tuxedo Rd
4.77(
993
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
110 local quotes requested

We at Wilcox Electric are here to serve you. Our team will insure that you receive complete electrical services in a timely, professional manner. Since our founding in 1989, our successful stream of work has been driven largely by customer recommendations. Our company has evolved from a home-based business to an electrical contracting business with 22 employees. As a reflection of the times, we are installing increasing numbers of EV car charging stations in both single family houses and multi unit dwellings.

"Wilcox Electric did a great job for us installing an outdoor GFCI outlet and running a protected cord back to our electrical panel. Chris Doyle arranged for the service and inspection, and David Settimi did the actual installation. David had good ideas about how to place the outlet and wiring. I recommend them highly for electrical services. Outstanding service."

DJames B on December 2024

We at Wilcox Electric are here to serve you. Our team will insure that you receive complete electrical services in a timely, professional manner. Since our founding in 1989, our successful stream of work has been driven largely by customer recommendations. Our company has evolved from a home-based business to an electrical contracting business with 22 employees. As a reflection of the times, we are installing increasing numbers of EV car charging stations in both single family houses and multi unit dwellings.

"Wilcox Electric did a great job for us installing an outdoor GFCI outlet and running a protected cord back to our electrical panel. Chris Doyle arranged for the service and inspection, and David Settimi did the actual installation. David had good ideas about how to place the outlet and wiring. I recommend them highly for electrical services. Outstanding service."

DJames B on December 2024

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FAQs for electrical service projects in Washington DC, DC

It’s important to ask an electrician a few questions before you commit to hiring them so you can make an informed decision as a consumer. If you’re getting estimates or considering hiring an electrician, ask them these questions:

  • Are you a full-time electrician?

  • Are you bonded, licensed, and insured?

  • What level of experience do you have as an electrician?

  • Can you please share three references?

  • Do you do residential or commercial electrical work?

  • What kinds of electrical work are you most familiar with?

  • Will any subcontractors be performing the work?

  • Are permits and inspections required?

  • Who is responsible for obtaining permits and inspections?

  • What is your schedule?

  • Do you offer a guarantee or warranty on your work?

  • Will you sign a do-not-exceed clause to keep the job within the budget?

Tipping an electrician is not a requirement nor is it expected, as they build a fair wage into the price of the job. It’s up to your discretion. There are no set rules for tipping electricians, but if they did a great job and you’re so inclined to tip 10% to 15%, it will likely be received with thanks.

Yes, you should get a quote or an estimate from an electrician. Most electricians offer free estimates or quotes. When getting quotes, do your research and verify each electrician’s license. Get quotes from three different electricians to compare. If the prices or items listed appear different on the quotes, ask the electrician to clarify. Learning as much as you can about the electrical work you want done will help you get the most accurate estimate. 

Qualified, licensed electricians will charge from $50 to $100 per hour. The cost to hire an electrician for emergency visits may range from $100 to $200 per hour because this urgent service usually takes place during off hours and may require an electrician to leave or reschedule jobs they’re currently working on. Scheduling work on holidays or during periods of high customer demand, like after a major storm, will also lead to higher rates or extra fees.

Yes, although there are different types of electricians, they must be licensed, certified, and in most cases insured. States have different requirements for electrician licensing and certifications. In some cases, there may be licensing requirements at the local level, but not the state level. It’s always a good practice to confirm requirements with your local municipality. If licensing is not required in your area, you may pay more for a licensed electrician with experience than one who is not licensed or certified, but you’re likely to get a better end result for your project.

As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include: 

  • The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check

  • Required to have applicable state and local licenses

  • Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review

  • Paying to advertise their services

  • Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi

Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.

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