Ontime Service - Electrical, Heating & Cooling, & Plumbing

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ stars throughout their time with Angi.

About us

We specialize in home electrical, plumbing, heating & cooling and major appliance service and repair. We provide up front, guaranteed pricing on every job. If our technician ever smokes, swears or leaves any mess in your home the service is free! And you always get our OnTime guaranty - Service OnTime or we pay YOU 59!. We have earned Angie's List Super Service Awards for 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018 & 2020.. We are members of the BBB with an A+ rating. We have been locally owned and operated since 1975. Our service area includes most of Jefferson, Shelby, Baldwin & Mobile counties. For more information please check our website, www.ontime59.com.

Business highlights

49 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Our services include all home electrical service, repair & installation as well as service, plumbing repair, service, & installation. Repair and replacement of all types of heating and cooling equipment. We also provide annual maintenance of your heating & cooling system. We repair all makes and models of major home appliances like, washers, dryers, dishwashers, cook tops, ovens, ranges, microwaves, refrigerators and freezers.

Services we don't offer

We do not provide the following - Commercial plumbing service, commercial fire alarm systems, security systems or large commercial HVAC systems.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.7162 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
83%
4
6%
3
6%
2
1%
1
4%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.1
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.9

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Showing 26-50 of 162 reviews

Sharon P.
03/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Good job. Fixed some electrical problems we didn't know about and to make them in code.
Description of Work: All smoke alarms tested and replaced if necessary. Various electrical needs in 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

RON M.
01/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
It went fine. The two workers were on time, very friendly, and very professional. They completed the work in a timely fashion. They also replaced several outdoor outlets that were corroding from exposure to the elements, and one indoor outlet. I was very satisfied with the work and will hire again should the need arise.
Description of Work: Install a new fluorescent light fixture to replace one that failed

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

Rick P.
12/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Tech was knowledgable and friendly.
Description of Work: Plug replacement

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
$150

Juan S.
11/2016
1.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They told me that my unit was no good and that I needed to replace it with a new one for 4,500 dollars. Got a second opinion and found out that a wire was loose in the disconect box. They called back and asked if I was going to Replace it and I told them that they were thieves. And that their was only a wire loose, then they said that they miss diagnosed the problem. Yeah right!
Description of Work: Air conditioning unit

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


Robert L.
11/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Great job and professional service.
Description of Work: Find GFCI outlet that was hidden behind sheetrock after a remodel.

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
$320

Chris M.
08/2016
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The guys are professional and courteous. I was in a tight and had to have the work done and agreed to the price even though it was at least double what the cost should have been.
Description of Work: Electrical

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
1.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$1

Jaren H.
05/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Wonderful experience. The company provided me with picture confirmation of the technician that would do the work and called ahead of time. Jarett and one additional colleague arrived on time and were professional and courteous. They explained ahead of time the pricing structure and listened to all of my concerns. They worked diligently and quickly to assess and fix the electrical problem. They also took the time to explain the repairs they made and cleaned up afterwards. I was impressed with the entire experience and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for electrical repair work. I will definitely use them again in the future!
Description of Work: Repair of faulty smoke detector and bedroom wiring

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
$275

Bruce K.
05/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Prompt, courteous service; the electrician and his apprentice both arrived promptly, following a call from the office, sealed up their shoes and got right to work. The job was done to satisfaction in about two hours, with no surprise charges. The tech added on a spot repair of a light switch, and the price was still pretty much within the range I figured it would be. Both men were completely professional and courteous; no extra charge for the return visit with the part needed, and prompt, thorough work. Would recommend again; thanks much!
Description of Work: Installation of ceiling fan in small bedroom with no ability to move furniture; incidental spot work to replace light switch in another 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
$550

T. W.
05/2016
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Repaired the problem. Very professional and nice guys.
Description of Work: Diagnosed and replaced a malfunctioning GFCI.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$145

Michelle F.
03/2016
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They were on time, the price was too high for the work. I did all of the preparation work before the service. He was very knowledgeable, I will use them again because they are very professional. However I am not happy with the price I paid.
Description of Work: He added ground in wiring to the outside of the house that is high voltage.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

John S.
03/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Kevin was quick, professional, and very competent. He also was friendly and understanding. A good company representative.
Description of Work: Replaced the meter stack when tree fell across service line and pull power line from roof. Coordinated with Alabama Power to minimize the length of 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
$970.45

Jonathan C.
12/2015
5.0
ceiling fans, electrician
  + 0 more
I bought an older house that was not equipped with bathroom vent fans. I contacted several different service providers in the area for quotes, and On Time, by far, gave me the best quote of just under $1700 (hardware not included - I had a model I wanted to use). The service tech showed up for the estimate punctually, and took a real concern with what I was asking for. He let me know what I'd find, what the difficulties were, etc. Oh, and he wore the disposable slippers which are always appreciated. He showed up on time the day of service, and when he was done he'd actually figured out an issue we had talked about before hand. Very professional, very dedicated to the job. I've found my electrician for the future.
Description of Work: Installed 3 bathroom vent fans (none were existing)

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
$1,700

Kevin M.
08/2015
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
It was great. Technician was VERY PROFESSIONAL
Description of Work: Install recessed can lighting

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
$1,200

Stephen L.
07/2015
5.0
ceiling fans
  + -1 more
They were very good. They did a very good job. The fan works fine now. The price was reasonable and fair ant wasn?t outrageous but I don?t remember the exact amount. I will use them again and I will recommend them to anybody.
Description of Work: I used Ontime Service Electrical, Heating & Cooling. They were repairing the work that my brother in law did. He took it apart and could not get it back together. So they came in and put a new chain on and did a number of things to repair the fan.

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

Teresa D.
06/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Tech was friendly and well groomed and dressed. He was on time and found the problem quickly. He fixed the problem and I would recommend again.
Description of Work: Checked lights in Master bath and found loose connection in main panel which required wiring for bath lights and microwave.

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
$320

Paula B.
03/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
This company is always punctual, and the rates are reasonable. The technicians are pleasant and professional. They are marvelous, and everything you would look for in a company. I do not have a single complaint in the four years I have been using them, and they always come through for me.
Description of Work: I hired this company to make an electrical repair.

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

Craig R.
12/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Everything went fine. I was very impressed with them.
Description of Work: Electrical

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

Douglas T.
10/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Arrived exactly on time Both electricians were professional, clean and professionally dressed, pleasant and articulate. Initial evaluation was done quickly and I was provided with a "diagnosis" and anticipated repair requirements . I was given a careful explanation of company charge structure..(Essentially an" a la Carte menu") , with specific repairs and cost. All repairs made promptly and efficiently. The cost was clearly higher than I had expected. However this was due to the charging process. Each repair is separately charged with full cost of service , the same as if the visit was just for that service...For instance.. the charge to replace a circuit breaker was $100 + dollars, There is no discount on 2,3,4th items selected to be done in addiction to initial problem. This was my choice however, and I was aware of the charge structure, it was just so convenient to get things done while electrician was there, saving me the hassle and multiple visits to Home Depot for supplies. I would definitely use them again for specific significant problems. I would not add on items of convenience as they significantly escalate the charge.
Description of Work: Company called to evaluate short/grounding problem with washer-dryer unit creating dangerous shock. Appointment made promptly Once on site and having performed initial evaluation the electricians noted several other problems and described their significance Once on site, I requested a few 'Add ons" to the do list : wall switch not functioning,, bathroom ground interrupter switch not working , wall plug repair, and circuit box breaker wrong sized/wrong manufacturer

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
$360

Joan H L.
10/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I went well, Jarret was very polite, professional,punctual and he took time to inform me about things that I needed to do in the future, the home is vacant so it is hard to assess how well things are working. I would definitely have them do work for me in the future.
Description of Work: I had the technician install sub panel , new breakers in old panel, new J boxes and outlets for garage doors

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,951

Vichael F.
08/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They were on time. They were qualified. They did a good job. I would use them again for electrical needs.
Description of Work: For the electrician, I used Ontime Electric. They installed a new electrical service to a stove.

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

FRED H.
07/2014
3.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I probably overpaid by $500. While they were there, they quoted replacing the service entrance cable. The quote was $3,500. I got another estimate for $1,400 for Dr. Electric. These guys are shysters. If you are considering using them, get other estimates. These people will be the highest.
Description of Work: Three outlets in the basement

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

$1,000

Response from Ontime Service - Electrical, Heating & Cooling, & Plumbing
[member name removed], I am sorry you feel that way. We have a written 100% satisfaction guarantee so if you are not pleased with our service all you have to do is give me a call and I will do whatever is necessary to resolve the issue. We always quote every job before we start the work so that you can decide whether or not we are the best choice for you. If our technician did not provide pricing before performing the work please let me know. We have very high standards for our technicians, all must pass complete back-ground checks, drug tests and DMV records search. They must be clean-cut, non smokers and highly skilled. I'm sure you know that in todays society it is not easy to find people like that. When we do find technicians that meet our standards we have to pay them considerably more than the typical technician employed by most of our competitors. Contractors that have lower standards and pay lower wages may be cheaper than us in some cases but at what cost? We have earned Angie's List Super Service Awards for 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 & 2013 and maintain an A+ rating with the BBB. Our goal is 100% customer satisfaction, please contact me if and I will try to achieve that for you. Kerry Adkins OnTime Electric

Michelle Y.
06/2014
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
He was professional. I did not have that much experience with them. It was a quick job because my husband did most of it. They were outrageously priced. The fan is something like 4 inches x 6 inches. The guy was very nice and he was on time. The price was horrendous. He said they charge more so they can have professional employees. With regards to the quality, so far so good. There was a equipment fixture guarantee and a service guarantee. My husband called and they got here pretty quickly.
Description of Work: We had a little exhaust fan put in and we just needed electric hooked up and some wiring done so we had Ontime Electric do the job. He was here for 15 minutes.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
1.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$1,500

Michael B.
06/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Chad King was amazing. On the day the service was scheduled, we received a call confirming chad was on his way and would be at the house within 30-45 minutes. Chad arrived right on time. He was polite and helpful. We also asked questions on some under the counter lighting in the kitchen and Chad took the time to discuss all the options and even made some recommendations. We were so happy with the service, I called the company to brag on the excellent service Chad had provided to us. If you have ANY electrical needs, I highly recommend Ontime Electric. Their service is truly exceptional.
Description of Work: Installed three ceiling fans with all wiring needs

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

Jim M.
04/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Went very well. We got hosed at the last minute by another electrician who had done work for us in the past. After having the work scheduled for two months in advance, we got a call at 3:45 on the Friday before the work was to commence on Monday. The electrician hadn't pulled a permit nor had he arranged for the power drop. Apparently he expected me to do both even though the quote clearly states that they would do it. I think they just completely forgot about our job and then refused to apologize, take responsibility, or remediate. Anyway, S H Lowerys Electric got fired from the job. OnTime stepped up to the plate and worked to our schedule to get the work done quickly and as contracted. They pulled the permit and confirmed the scheduling of the power drop. Jeff and Bobby were exactly on time. They worked like crazy. They kept us informed throughout. They cleaned up nicely. There was no foul language, spitting, or other ungentlemanly behavior. They were respectful of us and our property. We ran into a problem with the city of Birmingham inspector. He couldn't find anything wrong with the work so the fool dreamed up some imaginary problem with the transformer at the pole -- which had absolutely NOTHING to do with the work that was done in the house. We ended up spending a night in the dark. Thankfully our neighbors allowed us to run an extension cord to keep the refrigerator running. It was actually kinda fun. OnTime coordinated the Alabama Power engineer and a reinspection the following day with an inspector who actually knew what he was doing. Even though the night of darkness had nothing to do with OnTime or their work, they knocked $200 off of our bill for the inconvenience. We probably should have paid them extra for having to deal with the first dolt...I mean, inspector. We got three quotes. OnTime was the highest of the three -- and there was a large margin between the lowest and highest. However, they were the most professional, the best communicators, and the smartest. Plus, they made themselves available on short notice and in the narrow time frame that we got jammed into. We have some follow-on work at the house and at a couple of commercial buildings. We will give them an opportunity to quote. We would not expect them to be the lowest but they would probably end up being the best value in terms of quality, reliability, and professionalism which would give them the edge over lower bidders.
Description of Work: Replaced service entrance and replace fuse box with 200 Amp circuit panel

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000

Kathryn A.
04/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
OnTime was very prompt, arriving almost exactly at the time that was initially scheduled. The technician was very professional, and answered all the questions I had. The work that was done was relatively simple, so I do believe it was overpriced. However, it's an older home so I wanted to be sure everything was done properly and used. I would most likely use them again.
Description of Work: Had the technician install four different light fixtures in my 1950's home

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
$400

Contact information

2668 Old Rocky Ridge Rd, Birmingham, AL 35216

http://www.ontime59.com

Service hours

Monday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
3627
Trade License Locale
AL
Trade License Authority
Alabama Electrical Contractors Board
Trade License Expiration
03/30/2023
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Heating and Air Conditioning,
Plumbing,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Electronic Gadget Repair,
Phone Wiring,
Air Duct Cleaning,
Water Heaters,
Generator,
Home Automation

FAQ

Ontime Service - Electrical, Heating & Cooling, & Plumbing is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Monday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Ontime Service - Electrical, Heating & Cooling, & Plumbing accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
No, Ontime Service - Electrical, Heating & Cooling, & Plumbing does not offer free project estimates.
No, Ontime Service - Electrical, Heating & Cooling, & Plumbing does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Ontime Service - Electrical, Heating & Cooling, & Plumbing offers a 5% senior discount.
Yes, Ontime Service - Electrical, Heating & Cooling, & Plumbing offers emergency services.
Yes, Ontime Service - Electrical, Heating & Cooling, & Plumbing offers warranties.
Ontime Service - Electrical, Heating & Cooling, & Plumbing offers the following services: Our services include all home electrical service, repair & installation as well as service, plumbing repair, service, & installation. Repair and replacement of all types of heating and cooling equipment. We also provide annual maintenance of your heating & cooling system. We repair all makes and models of major home appliances like, washers, dryers, dishwashers, cook tops, ovens, ranges, microwaves, refrigerators and freezers.
We do not provide the following - Commercial plumbing service, commercial fire alarm systems, security systems or large commercial HVAC systems.

Contact information

2668 Old Rocky Ridge Rd, Birmingham, AL 35216

http://www.ontime59.com

Service hours

Monday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 PM - 6:00 PM