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C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

About us

We are a small family owned business, since 1998, located in Ahwatukee. We pride ourselves on many things. Our customer service, reliability, honesty and professional work are just a few. Clarence has been an electrician since 1979. So, you get the owner doing your electrical work. Jacki, answers phones and does all the scheduling. A huge amount of our business comes from Angie's List, referrals and previous customers. We would like to earn your business. Thank you for taking the time to read about us. WE DON'T SERVICE ALL AREAS OF THE VALLEY, SO PLEASE EMAIL OR CALL, 480-940-6400, TO SEE IF WE SERVICE YOUR AREA.

Business highlights

28 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Residential and commercial electrical service... Prewire and install dedicated outlets for electric car chargers, prewire and install ceiling fans, new lighting, recessed cans, under cabinet lights, outlets, switches, dedicated circuits for microwaves, smoke detectors, spas, Jacuzzi tubs, remodeling, outdoor low voltage lighting, speaker wire, trouble shooting

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Reviews

5.0172 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
97%
4
1%
3
1%
2
1%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.9
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 101-125 of 172 reviews

R David H.
03/2014
1.0
electrician
  + -1 more
32 hours ago we called C Read & Son Electric Inc, of Gilbert, AZ (near Phoenix) to repair our lighting under the kitchen cabinets. Their ad specifically mentioned those lights. The lady who answered seemed hesitant but said she would talk to her husband to see if he were interested in the job. They never called or came to repair the lights - very poor for a business that advertises several shops in the valley. Yesterday they were listed with several lauditory reviews. Today I cannot find them so I can write a review. Can you help?
Description of Work: Refused to do what they advertised.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0


Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Hi, this is Jacki Read, the lady who answered the phone when [remove member name] called. Yes, we do install under cabinet lights. I'm sorry you thought I was hesitant on the phone. Remember, I asked you where you were located and you gave me your cross streets of Baseline and Higley? You are located in Gilbert, we are not. We are in Ahwatukee. I said I needed to check with my husband to see if he serviced your area. We do service some areas of Gilbert, but I wasn't sure if he serviced your area (that is what I was hesitant about, your area, not whether we work on under cabinet lights or not). When I spoke with him in the afternoon, that day, he said he did not service your area. I called you back that afternoon and left you a message on the phone number you had left with me. My message said that I had spoken to Clarence and that he doesn't service your area. I thanked you for calling us. It sounds to me that you may have not listened to the message that I left for you. It's upsetting to me that you have left me an F grade. I ALWAYS return phone calls. Our #1 goal is to have our customers satisfied. We feel we are doing a really good job of that by all of our A ratings. I'm not sure what more I could have done for you, except to maybe have called you back again to see if you had received the message that I left you. Like I said, I called back the phone number that you gave me. Instead of giving me an F, I so wish you would have listened to your message or called me again. Jacki Read

Stacey G.
03/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Clarence came out for a garage light that did not work. He immediately diagnosed that it was the switch and fixed it within minutes. His wife Jackie followed up within less than 2hrs (which was totally unexpected) with the esitimate of future work. I definitely will use him in the upcoming future for other projects that are planned.
Description of Work: Replaced light switch.

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
$65

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thank you for the great review. Appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

Sheron M.
02/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
He was on time, very polite and actually accomplished what chore I had for him. It is so refreshing to find a professional which is accomplished in his trade. I didn't feel his fee was exorbitant. I would recommend him to anyone. Sheron M.
Description of Work: Rmoved track lighting in kitchen and replaced with can lights.

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

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Glad you were happy with the work and thank you for the great review. Clarence and Jacki

John W.
01/2014
5.0
cable tv service, electrician
  + 0 more
I would highly recommend C READ& SON ELECTRIC INC. Both Clarence and Jacki are very courteous and great to work with! I will definitely be using them for some of my other projects! So here's my story... I wanted to run speaker wire, going from my surround sound system to six mounted speakers, within the walls and ceiling. I thought about doing it myself, but then realized that I wanted to get it done quickly and painlessly... After doing some research on Angie's List I decided to contact C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC. I talked to Jacki and she scheduled the estimate. Clarence came out, listened to what my plan was, scoped out the living room and attic space to confirm that it was possible, gave me a quote of about 3 hours of work, and then informed me that Jacki would call to get it on the calendar. The very next day Jacki called and we got it scheduled. Unfortunately we had to reschedule due to my work, the nasty cold/flu bug that had been going around, and then family coming into town. The day before the install I received a reminder call from Jacki, and then the following morning Clarence called letting me know that he would be able to come out 2 hours earlier than expected! He started immediately, knew exactly what to do, and we were able to complete the install in less than half the time than what was estimated! I understand that it was a simple project but I appreciated how there was constant communication throughout the process and how well everything worked out! Thank you both to Jacki and Clarence! Respectfully, John
Description of Work: Ran speaker wire for my surround sound

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

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
(Member name removed), thank you so much for the great review. We really appreciate it and please call again when you need service. Thanks Clarence and Jacki

Larry H.
12/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I bought a Chevy Volt which is a plug in car and needed a dedicated 120 volt line ran to the garage to use for the car. Contacted C Read & Son and Clarence came by later that day to give estimate. I thought it was a good price and so Jacki called later to schedule for next week. Clarence came that day and spent about an hour installing the line from the fuse box through the ceiling and down the wall in the garage. He used a heavy duty outlet and it looked quite nice and professional. He also replaced a outdoor floodlight fixture with one I had bought. Overall Clarence is easy to work with and does a very professional job at a reasonable price. Would definitely use him again!
Description of Work: Ran a dedicated line to garage and replaced broken outdoor floodlight

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
$277

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Hi [member name removed], thanks so much for the GREAT review. We really appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

peter F.
12/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Called for an estimate, Jacki set up a time for Clarence to come by. The estimate seemed very reasonable. Jacki got the work scheduled and called the day before work was to begin to confirm. Clarence and his assistant got the work done in one day including some revisions that he was able to accommodate at a reasonable cost. The whole experience was handled very professionally and I would not hesitate to use again. It is refreshing to have a company treat your time and money with respect. Thanks again
Description of Work: Complete electrical installation on 300 square foot shop, including small subpanel and running conduit from pool subpanel.

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
$1,500

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thank you for the GREAT review. We really appreciate it. It was a pleasure doing business with you, [member name removed]. Clarence and Jacki

Kelly P.
12/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Clarence arrived exactly on time. He put down a sheet to catch any debris while he was working, so there was no mess. When I called for the estimate, I told Jacki that there were existing junction boxes where the new lights needed to be installed, and the estimate was based on that information. I had assumed there were boxes because there were fixtures in those locations. However, when Clarence removed the ceiling fan, he found that the fan was hanging by the electrical wires that had been fished through a hole in the ceiling. There was no junction box and the fan was not anchored to anything solid! ( I had never used the fan since I was unable to balance it, and now I know why.) Clarence had to install a junction box but he did not charge me for the parts or extra labor. I was very pleased with his work.
Description of Work: Removed an old dining room chandelier and a ceiling fan in a bedroom and replaced them with new lights, installed a box for the light in the bedroom, and replaced a fan/dimmer switch with a new wall switch.

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
$110

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thanks for the great review, [member name removed]. Glad you were happy with the work. Clarence and Jacki

Cindy A.
11/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Everything went great. Very nice. I will definitely use again.
Description of Work: Added a breaker

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
$360

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thank you, glad you were happy with our service. Clarence and Jacki

Kathryn H.
10/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
My voicemail to C Read & Son Electric was returned promptly by Jacki & she was able to schedule the work to be done within 24 hrs. Clarence arrived in the time window promised; he was efficient, thorough & hard working. We are selling our home & had Clarence fix electrical items on the buyer's inspection list. Will definitely use C Read & Son for future electrical jobs in our new home!!
Description of Work: Installed GFCI outlets in kitchen, repaired and replaced other outlets in our 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
$125

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thank you, [member name removed], for the great rating. Appreciate it very much. It was nice chatting with you on the phone the day you called. Good luck on your move. Please call if we can be of service in your new home. Clarence and Jacki

Judy R.
10/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Jackie is very pleasant and helpful on the phone and Clarence who does the work is right on time, gets right to work and completed all of the work in an hour. I was very impressed and pleased with his service. I would recommend them and definitely use them again if I have an electrical need.
Description of Work: Replace two exterior lights on my garage, one at my front door, and installed a automatic timer for all three.

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 C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thank you, [member name removed], for the great review. We appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

Laura C.
10/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I called to request service yesterday. I left a message and my call was returned within the hour. I was able to make an appointment for the next day. The electrician was prompt and quickly diagnosed and fixed the problem. I was extremely satisfied and would use the company again.
Description of Work: He fixed 3 outlets and the landscape lighting that did not 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
$60

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
[member name removed], appreciate the great review. Thank you Clarence and Jacki

Adam M.
09/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The entire experience was excellent. Very easy to make appointment, work was done quickly and efficiently. Looked very nice after completion. Workspace cleaned up after. HIghly recommend.
Description of Work: Installed a chandelier over dining room table.

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
$80

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thank you, we appreciate "A" rating. Clarence and Jacki Read

Michael A.
09/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
we had circuits in kitchen that went out and would not reset. Came over, quickly found the issue and corrected it. fast, professional, and reasonable price. Will use again if we have issues
Description of Work: fixed a breaker issue

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
$65

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thank you for your great review. We appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki Read

Charles M.
07/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent! True professionalism. Quality job, done efficiently, following outstanding communication, including with his assistant (wife).
Description of Work: Replaced track lighting with can lights on a slanted kitchen ceiling.

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

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thank you, [removed member name], for the great review. We appreciate it and your business. Clarence and Jacki

Han-Jong C.
05/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Wife Jackie was extremely helpful in trying to diagnose problems I was having with outdoor lighting. Clarence was very professional and did a good job installing the breakers and the timer switch.
Description of Work: Installed breakers for outdoor lighting and a timer switch for garage lights

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
$185

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thank you, [member name removed], for the great review. We appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

Mary P.
05/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Clarence did a great job. We called and set up an appointment with his wife and Clarence came out to do an estimate. Price was right and timing was good, so we went ahead. He was prompt, courteous, did good work and clened up after himself. In addition, we had a few services quote this job and originally the job was to include some additional work that was going to cost an additional $400. All of the other contractors had just quoted out the job without any discussion. Clarence was the only one that listened to the issue, understood the problem and proposed an alternative solution that was 100% code-compliant, served our need, and cost us NOTHING. Can't ask for much more than that. So if you're looking for an electrician that will take the time to engage and come up with the best, most cost-effective solution, Clarence is the right guy for you. Would recommend to anyone and will absolutely use again in the future.
Description of Work: Ran two GFi outlets in garage and did troubleshooting on existing GFI.

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
$180

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Well, thank you very much for the great review. We really do appreciate it. Please let us know if you have any more problems with that garage GFI. Clarence and Jacki

Terry B.
05/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
We needed our exterior porch light and indoor entry hall fixtures replaced before an upcoming dinner/dance party. Clarence Read was quick to respond, replaced both my fixtures and even a table light knob switch within an hour. I highly recommend C Read & Son Electric for there great service, promptness and wonderful customer care. Sincerely, Terry and John Binkele.
Description of Work: Hung a new front porch light fixture, replaced an indoor wall ceiling fixture and repaired a table lamp switch.

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
$80

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
[member name removed], thank you for the great review. We appreciate it. Glad that you were happy with our service. I hope your party was great fun!! Clarence and Jacki

David M.
04/2013
5.0
ceiling fans, electrician, remodeling, home remodeling, lighting
  + 3 more
C. Read & Son Electric were prompt, efficient, and did excellent quality work. My wife and I requested some additional work when C. Read was onsite and they did so without flinching. They also did a great job explaining the root causes of the problems we were having and what they did to fix them. I will use C. Read & Son Electric again and highly recommend them.
Description of Work: We recently renovated our home in Phoenix. We have a two year old daughter making the home a safe environment was a top priority. The home is older and had a large number of electrical deficiencies. The previous owners had done some electrical work and installed an addition and their electrical work was shoddy - half of the outlets in the house did not work, several lights didn't work, fans were not hung legally, etc. C. Read & Son Electric did the electrical work required for our renovation and brought the remaining electrical components throughout the house up to code.

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
$3,000

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thank you, (member name removed), for the great review. We really appreciate it. It's been a pleasure working with you over the past few months. You know you can count on Clarence for your electrical needs. Thx, Jacki

Donna G.
03/2013
5.0
ceiling fans, electrician
  + 0 more
He was kind and courteous, and he fixed the problems within an hour.
Description of Work: He fixed a ceiling fan that had the chain broken off inside of it, a wall switch that was not turning on the outlet, and a bathroom fan that was making a loud buzzing sound.

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
$80

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Glad you were pleased with the work. Thanks so much for the great review. We appreciate your business. Clarence and Jacki

James G.
03/2013
5.0
ceiling fans, electrician
  + 0 more
Very nice people to work with. Clarance was on time and did a great job! He even went so far as to put sheets on the floor under his ladder to keep the carpet clean. I am very happy with the work that was done and would recommend this company.
Description of Work: Installed a Ceiling fan on vaulted ceiling with a remote control on the wall. Check out front light for shorting problem and added an outside electric plug.

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
$290

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Pleasure doing business with you. Glad you were happy with the work. Thank you very much for the great review. We appreciate it! Clarence and Jacki

MELINDA R.
02/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Very well, from initial phone contact to work performed.
Description of Work: Phenomenal service, including generous and prompt phone assistance, perfect scheduling, good explanation to me, and very courteous and clean service.

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
$150

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thank you for the great review. We appreciate it very much. Clarence and Jacki Read

Jeff M.
01/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
C Read arranged for an electrician to come to our home on short notice (when our first calls--even to other Angie's List companies--went unanswered. The repairman installed new GFCI's and fixed the problem at the breaker box. He gave up some of his evening with his family to do so. We will turn first to C Read for any future needs.
Description of Work: We had lost electrical power in two circuits--kitchen and upstairs bathrooms and plugs. We were not able to trip the GFCI in the house our the outside breaker and were facing the prospects of a cold night (that was during the cold snap here in Phoenix) without power or the use of our kitchen.

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
$200

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thank you, let us know if we can help again. Clarence and Jacki Read

Gary S.
12/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Extremely professional, helpful and practical. Problems got completely resolved. I am a very happy customer and absolutely recommend them.
Description of Work: Helped trouble shoot electrical problems I was having but could not resolve on my own.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
I was glad to be able to help you resolve your problem through a few phone conversations. Thank you for the kind review. I appreciate it. Jacki Read

Daniel L.
12/2012
5.0
ceiling fans, electrician, home remodeling, lighting
  + 2 more
Haved called on Clarence twice for our remodel (items list above). Very satisfied with the work, the responsiveness, the promptness. No question - thumbs up.
Description of Work: Installed dining room light fixture (mounted at 13 feet). Installed great room ceiling fan + light (mounted at 13 feet), ran dedicated circuit for kitchen over-the-range microwave, replaced kitchen track lighting (mounted at 14 feet), installed light fixture boxes in all bathrooms (four fixtures total - replacing old 'Hollywood'-style vanity light bars that didn't require fixture boxes)

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
$480

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thanks, We appreciate it. Great doing business with you. Clarence and Jacki

nita W.
11/2012
5.0
ceiling fans, electrician, pool cleaners
  + 1 more
very satisfied with the service and price. I will use them in the future for other projects
Description of Work: spa hook up, ceiling fans installed, switches replaced

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
$1,500

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thank you, we appreciate your business.

Contact information

1543 E WINDMERE DR, Phoenix, AZ 85048

http://www.ReadElectricAZ.com

Service hours

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

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
158440
Trade License Locale
Arizona
Trade License Authority
Arizona: Contractors
Trade License Expiration
09/30/2026
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Service Categories

Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Landscaping - Lighting,
General Remodeling,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Pool and Spa Service,
TV Service - Cable,
Electronic Gadget Repair,
Fountains

FAQ

C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Monday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC offers free project estimates.
No, C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC does not offer a senior discount.
No, C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC does not offer emergency services.
Yes, C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC offers warranties.
C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC offers the following services: Residential and commercial electrical service... Prewire and install dedicated outlets for electric car chargers, prewire and install ceiling fans, new lighting, recessed cans, under cabinet lights, outlets, switches, dedicated circuits for microwaves, smoke detectors, spas, Jacuzzi tubs, remodeling, outdoor low voltage lighting, speaker wire, trouble shooting

Contact information

1543 E WINDMERE DR, Phoenix, AZ 85048

http://www.ReadElectricAZ.com

Service hours

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