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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

Check

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 26-50 of 172 reviews

Jennifer P.
04/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Amazing. Very well done and inexpensive for the tasks performed.
Description of Work: add canned lights and change fans

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 for the A rating and review. We appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

LISA K.
04/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Clarence came out and replaced two ceiling fans and the wall switches in those rooms. He also took down another ceiling fan and replaced it with a regular light fixture. Both Jacki and Clarence are very professional and responsive. Clarence will let you know what needs to be done and what's not necessary. We have more electrical updates upcoming with this house, and we wouldn't hesitate to use Read Electrical again.
Description of Work: Replaced ceiling fans and wall switches

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 for giving us a great review and A rating. We really appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

Don B.
04/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The installation was quick and very neat. It looks like it was always there.
Description of Work: Installation of outside electrical outlet

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
Thank you, [Member Name Removed], for the A rating. We really appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

Sharon N.
04/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Clarence was on time, friendly and knowledgeable. He replaced my broken dimmer switch in record time and at a reasonable price. I have used his service before and will call him again for any future needs.
Description of Work: Dimmer switch replacement

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
$90

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thank you, [Member Name Removed] for the A rating and review. We really appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

Bill J.
04/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Mr. Read made quick work of the two replacements. They work perfectly and look perfect.
Description of Work: Replacing a ceiling fan and a ceiling light.

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
$95

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
[Member Name Removed], thank you for the A rating. We really appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

Sue P.
02/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Great! It didn't take him long to identify the problem. He fixed it quickly and gave me a break on the price. Clarence is very friendly and knowledgeable. I'll definitely be keeping his phone number in my contact list to pass onto others.
Description of Work: Analyze problem where outlets were not working. Electrician ended up replacing a GFI hidden in my garage.

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
$90

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
[Member Name Removed], thank you so much for the A rating and great review. We appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

vinit A.
01/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I am very pleased with the work that Read & Sons did. The SRP tech who came to reattach the meter and power the house up said this was a very good job of reattachment that he has seen. Plus it saved me $1700. Another estimate that I had got from a large firm that advertises on TV (AC/plumbing etc) was that much higher.
Description of Work: Electrical Panel with all the circuit breakers was getting detached from the outside wall. It had to be reattached. Clarence (the owner) coordinated with SRP to detach the meter and shut power to the house so that the reattachment could be done. A sheet metal panel was attached to the studs and the electrical panel was attached to this. The joint between the sheet metal panel and the stucco wall of the house was caulked.

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
$154

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
[Member Name Removed], thank you for the great review and A rating. We really appreciate it!! Clarence and Jacki

Hans O.
12/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Clarence was professional, thorough, fast and efficient. He left the living room clean and nice when the job had been completed. No debris on the floor, exactly as promised. His wife, Jacki, was exceptionally helpful in terms of scheduling and addressing our questions before the installation. I am very pleased with the job and this company.
Description of Work: Installed 6 can lights in living 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
$1,000

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thank you, [Member Name Removed], for the A rating and kind words. We appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

Steve K.
12/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
We were very pleased with Clarence and the whole experience working with him and his office person, Jackie. They were both very polite and very professional. Clarence was very clear about how he would do the work, and gave me options to consider, and then he did everything exactly like we discussed it. He was right on time when he started and he was right on the estimate when he finished. We plan to have him back for a second round of work.
Description of Work: Various electrical improvements around the house

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
$700

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
[Member Name Removed], thank you so much for the great review and A rating. We really appreciate it!! Let us know when we can be of service again to you. Clarence and Jacki

Louis F.
11/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The whole experience went very well. Clarence came the on scheduled time to give an estimate, price was really good and work was scheduled. Because of a cancellation, we were called to see if we wanted the work done sooner which we did. Work was scheduled for 7:30 am 11/29/17, Clarence was at the house at exactly 7:30 am, He worked quickly and professionally. No drywall patches were needed because of experience and know how. We would hire him again in a flash. It is a real pleasure to deal with such a polite, competent professional.
Description of Work: Needed two new 20 amp lines put in our house, one into the kitchen and the second into the garage.

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
Lou, thank you for the A rating and great review. We really appreciate it. Great to work with you, as well. Clarence and Jacki

Erik B.
11/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
C Read & Sons were willing to visit and provide a free estimate (surprisingly, a lot of electrical companies charge for an estimate). Clarence gave me a range of options and reasonable prices, so I scheduled a date for the work to be done. He showed up on time, got the work done quickly, and was very professional. The price was quite reasonable (it included the hardware for the kitchen lights) and I am very happy with the results (both appearance and functionality). Will definitely hire them for any future electrical work.
Description of Work: Needed to replace a ceiling light-fan in a bedroom and rewire it to the wall switch (previous owner had installed some weird remote control thing on it). Also replaced an old fluorescent light fixture in the kitchen with a series of new recessed LED can lights (the kitchen has a high angled 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
$700

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
[Member Name Removed], thank you so much for the great review and A rating. We really appreciate it. Let us know if we can be of service to you again. Clarence and Jacki

Mike D.
10/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The job went well and my electrical issues were solved.
Description of Work: An outlet replaced and another outlet diagnosed.

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
We appreciate the A rating, [Member Name Removed]. Thank you, Clarence and Jacki

Mary D.
10/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Amazing, I would use Clarence again with no hesitation. He was prompt, professional, very reasonable in price, and cleaned up every speck when finished. We are extremely happy and appreciate the advice he gave us when installing everything. Thank you Clarence!
Description of Work: Clarence installed 2 outdoor ceiling fans, dinning room chandelier, switched sockets in kitchen and an outdoor light.

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
Thank you, [Member Name Removed], for the great review and kind words. We really appreciate it and your business. Clarence and Jacki

TINA T.
08/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Clarence was punctual and got right to work even in the midst of people packing up my house.
Description of Work: Moving light fixtures and installing light fixtures.

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
$75

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
[Member Name Removed], thank you for the great review and A rating. We really appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

Mike/Lynda V.
07/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Job went well. Showed up on time, was competent, courteous and did the job as expected.
Description of Work: Two electrical boxes had to be replaced and some other troubleshooting.

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
Thank you, [member name removed], for the great review and A rating. We really appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

Shawna B.
07/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Excellent. The work was done exactly as hoped...on time for both the estimate and work day. Clarence came totally prepared, was very kind and cleaned up after himself. Couldn't ask for a better experience.
Description of Work: Two patio fans installed and replaced incandescent can lights with LED fixtures.

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
[Member Name Removed], we really appreciate the great review and A rating. Thanks so much! Clarence and Jacki

KAREN B.
07/2017
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
The work was done with efficiency and professionalism! I would hire Clarence again!
Description of Work: Ceiling fan installation

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 for the A rating. We really appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

Jeanice G.
04/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting, pool cleaners, ceiling fans
  + 2 more
Arrived promptly and went right to work. Vey efficient. Will definitely have them back in the near future.
Description of Work: I had two ceiling fans, a light fixture replaced , old spa electrical equipment removed an a ew other small items taken care of.

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 C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
[Member Name Removed], thank you so much for the review and A rating. We really appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

Brian M.
04/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Everything went great ... and as promised.
Description of Work: Numerous new outlets installed (indoors and outdoors), new vanity mirror lights wired and installed, new ceiling fan hung, overhead spotlights installed.

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
$940

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thank you, [Member Name Removed], for the A rating. We really appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

Richard M.
04/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Clarence came out and viewed our home and gave us an estimate and put us on the schedule for May 8. I asked his wife Jackie ( she handles scheduling) to contact us if it could be bumped up - she called and was able to get us in on 4/20. Clarence came out, got the job done, no muss, no fuss. He had to cut drywall in two places, but put the small square patches back that he had to cut out to access wiring. He got done 30 minutes early and knocked $45 off the charge. We will definitely use him again.
Description of Work: We purchased a new wall oven and needed 30 Amp 220 run to it in the kitchen from our panel.

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
$480

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
[Member Name Removed], thanks so much for the great review and A rating. We appreciate it and call again if we can be of service to you. Clarence and Jacki

Paul J.
03/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Clarence and Jacki squeezed me into their schedule so we could get the issue fixed for tenants. Great job!
Description of Work: I had a breaker issue at a rental unit.

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
Thank you, [Member Name Removed], for the A rating. We really appreciate it. Please call again, if you are in need of our services. Clarence and Jacki

Lea S.
03/2017
5.0
electrician, outdoor lighting
  + 0 more
Mr Read discovered that we had a breaker unplugged, he plugged it in and everything in the yard worked! He offered to do something else for us since he was only there 5 minutes, so he replaced an outlet for us, free of charge. He charged us for the visit, only 45.
Description of Work: Our pool pump was not running, thought it was a blown fuse, Also some lights in the backyard weren't running.

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
$45

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
[Member Name Removed], we appreciate the A rating and review very much. Call again if we can help. Thanks much, Clarence and Jacki

John M.
01/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They didn't have time in their schedule to come and take care of a small job that we needed to get done today, but Jacki was very nice and helpful on the phone and recommended another small family business that she knows does good work.
Description of Work: Inspecting some wiring connections and repairing as needed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
[Member Name Removed], what a pleasant surprise to have a great review from you, even though we weren't able to fit you into Clarence's schedule today. I really really appreciate that!! I hope the other company was able to accommodate you. Thank you, Clarence and Jacki

Carole K.
01/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
We just needed a small electrical job. We were called back shortly after I left a message and the work was scheduled for a few days later. Mrs. Read called the day before to remind us of the appointment. Mr. Read showed up in the window of time he was scheduled, and was in and out quickly. Finding someone to come in and do a small job is not easy, we tried several people before calling C Read. Will definitely call them back next time we need work done. Wish we would have called him first!
Description of Work: A porch light timer put in inside the house, and fixing a broken outlet 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
$75

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
[Member Name Removed], we really appreciate your kind words and A rating. Thank you, Clarence and Jacki

Carol C.
01/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Clarence came at the scheduled time, and after he had checked both bathrooms for power he went to the electric box and returned the switch to its correct position. It's a tight one and I simply hadn't been pushing it hard enough. He wasn't here long and did not charge me a full service call. I appreciated that, and I will definitely call them again.
Description of Work: I had blown a fuse - something that often happens in cold months when I try to use a hair dryer along with a small heater in my bathroom; I couldn't get the switch in the electrical box to work and I had tried it multiple times when I called Read Electric. Jackie talked me through trying again on the telephone but I had no success.

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
$45

Response from C READ & SON ELECTRIC INC
Thanks so much for the great review, [Member Name Removed]. We really appreciate it. Clarence and Jacki

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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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


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