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Foley Electric Inc

Electrical, Lighting

About us

Foley Electric Inc is a C10, electrical contractor, based in Redwood City, CA since 1972. Our team of nearly 30 certified electricians will work their hardest to fulfill your needs in all areas of residential and commercial service all over the San Francisco Bay Area. We pride ourselves on the ability to take customers from the concept and design process, through installation and continued service including follow up maintenance. Our services are competitively priced with an hourly rate of $118 (minimum service charge of $145) plus materials. Mention that you’re an Angie’s List member for a discount. Award winning.

Business highlights

53 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Commercial and Residential Electrical, upgrades, remodels, additions, trouble shooting & new construction.

Services we don't offer

Ask for details.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.732 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
84%
4
3%
3
3%
2
3%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.2
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-25 of 32 reviews

Frederick M H.
04/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Replaced breaker which was over 40 years old. Helped but tripped after two days. Came back and determined where in the house was the short. They used a combination of electronic and audible techniques to find the problem. Rewired around the problem area with a junction box.
Description of Work: Troubleshooting and repair of an in wall short.

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

Donna M.
02/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Installed a 220 electrical for gas oven conversion to electricsl.

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

$1,450

Dennis N.
02/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They responded within an hour of the call on a Sunday, which was very impressive. They assessed the situation and did something with the electrical to make sure the refrigerator was working. They returned today exactly when they said they would and were able to fix the problem within a matter of hours.
Description of Work: They fixed the heat as well as the electricity to the refrigerator.

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

diana F.
06/2014
3.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It took some time to get on their schedule, of course it was a small job (replace 2 prong back-to-back outlets with 3 prongs). Staff showed up on time and were very professional, polite. Had used Foley in the past for at least one other electrical job. What was bothersome about this was I had requested an estimate of the work to be performed. I received an estimate in the 400 range. The actual bill I got was close to 800 because permit costs were not included in the estimate and nothing verbal was ever conveyed to me regarding how much the permits would increase the cost. Not a good business practice. It's too bad because they are otherwise professional, but this was completely unprofessional. Providers should be clear upfront about all costs involved (even if just a ballpark estimate for the permits was given, but nothing was ever even said about the permits).
Description of Work: installation of electrical sockets

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
1.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0

$800

Helaine F.
12/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
We've used them several times and spent several hundred dollars in the last year or two. We are actually going to have them redo our electric panel in the spring. They have done work in our home and our small business. The last job was a challenging situation. They are great. They are helpful and friendly. They have referred me to other trades when I've needed somebody and those people were good. They do a good job and they leave the area neat and clean once they are done. They give good advice and they are professional.
Description of Work: We use Foley Electric for electrical work. They last moved an electric line for a new air conditioner.

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
$400

Thomas L.
08/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
The installation went well and quickly. When some supplies were needed Foley dispatched another assistant electrician with the supplies. They started to bend rigid conduit (pipe) for the surface mounting of the wires. I asked them to instead use metal raceway as it looks much better. They then went and got the necessary parts and completed the installation. They did a very good job quickly and efficiently. The only negative comment is that the electrician should have suggested using the raceway rather than the unsightly rigid conduit rather than my having to stop them and suggesting the more aesthetic raceway.
Description of Work: I own a small office building and had removed a wall separating two offices in order to create a single larger office. In doing so, we removed an outlet from the wall and disconnected wires for the overhead light. Foley terminated the electrical wires for the outlet per code, and ran wires for the new overhead light per code.

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
$478.95

Susan S.
08/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They were so good. They were just excellent. I'd give them A's all the way across the board. The price was fair. For the work they did, it was definitely worth it.
Description of Work: Foley Electric Incorporated redid our whole electrical service. We had a 100 amp service and they put in a 200 and then did a few little extra things from the inside.

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

Regan P.
07/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Great. After discussing the job on the phone, my expectations were set that it was probably going to take 2 hours or less. Allen showed up on time the next morning. Fixed the junction box. Took great care to make sure nothing got scratched with the chain for the chandelier. Wired everything up, and installed the chandelier. After, he installed the dimmer switches for the room. It took less than an hour, with enough time to talk with him about a couple more projects that I am considering. I would definitely consider using Foley (and specifically Allen) again.
Description of Work: Install chandelier and two dimmer switches. Inspect junction box for the chandelier and repair/replace if necessary.

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
$135

Donna K.
01/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Tom came to my house and was very friendly and fixed all my electric issues. My porch light wasn't working, which was a fairly new fixture. I thought it has a short as I had to flip on the light switch many times and sometimes it would go on and sometimes it wouldn't. It turned out it was a broken light bulb (I thought I had put in a new one not too long ago) and even though I was embarrassed about that, he did not make me feel really dumb. I also had a problem with my dining room light (he replaced the dimmer switch) and the bathroom light fixture (a loose wire). He did an excellent job and I was very satisfied with his work. He is a young man with the professionalism of seasoned electrician. I would also like to add that I am experiencing some knee problems and can't walk that well right now. He very graciously took a case of water out of my car and put it in my garage which was not part of his job requirement, but extremely helpful to me. I will definitely use Foley Electric again in the future for any electrical needs I may have. Donna, San Mateo, Ca
Description of Work: Excellent service and extremely courteous and qualified electrician performed the work required
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Paulo D.
12/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
This was a 4-day with 2 servicemen, Dan and John. These guys arrived everyday early, and worked diligently. At the end of each day, I received a call from their foreman to give an account of the progress of work. At the end of the job, these guys refused tip at the end of the job. At the end of each day, they packed away tools and hauled debris. Very professional. They handled some confusion about installing the breaker for the electric vehicle. Initially, the foreman thought a 90A/240V was needed based on his previous work on Tesla Roadsters, but the Tesla Model S requires a 50A/240V. The only real issue was the patch up work after the electrical panel was put in. Since Foley Electric does not do stucco work, this was an additional $1000 charge from the stuccu repair company. The Foley Etectric foreman was sympathetic to this charge and compensated me $500.
Description of Work: Installed the following: 200 amp, meter main, electrical service, with distribution Grounded associated with the main service brought up to current standards 1) 8ft copper ground rod 2) Bonding of main water supply before it enters the building 3) Bonding of hot-cold-and gas line at water heater. - Back feed the existing GE sub-panel located inside the garage with 90A - Added junction box cover above water heater in crawl space Upgraded the existing GE sub-panel located inside the garage to a 30 circuit 120/240v distribution panel Upgraded the existing sub-feed to 100amps Transferred large two pole oven and dryer feeds into new 200 amp panel on the exterior Added a dedicated 50amp 240v circuit for new electric car charging system. This circuit runs in surface mounted conduit across the ceiling of the garage to the manufactures charging station

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
$6,953.35

Robert F.
11/2012
2.0
electrician
  + -1 more
We called for two problems. He made minimal attempt to diagnose both and left without fixing or diagnosing either problem. He seemed OK with just making a minimum service charge and not actually fixing anything We'll pay their bill but won't be using them again. They were able to come on short notice and arrived punctually
Description of Work: We called for two problems. He made minimal attempt to diagnose both and left without fixing or correctly diagnosing either problem. He seemed OK with just making a minimum service charge and not actually fixing anything We will pay them but won't be using them again. They were able to come on short notice and arrived punctually

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
5.0

$135

Amy L.
08/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They were fabulous. We have used them in the past and they had helped us on our electrical. We would highly recommend them because of their honesty, integrity and quality.
Description of Work: Foley Electric helped us in the past on our plans regarding electrical works.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Ali Y.
06/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They mostly worked with my contractor during a partial remodelling,
Description of Work: These guys are very good and high quality. They make sure they do the job properly. They are very professional and respectful. They are not cheap, but you have to pay for high quality.

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
$15,000

Lina F.
03/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Arrived on time time professional took care of problem in one visit - outlet had melted and had to trouble shoot cause was courteous to tenants will use them again
Description of Work: used them to service property that I manage through my property management busienss very responsive, professional, had to do some trouble shooting to find problem and was able to solve in timely manner

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

Robin G.
11/2011
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Great -- these guys know their stuff and are complete pros. Talk to them directly so nothing gets lost in the translation through your contractor. We worked with at last five of their electricians over a 7 month period and they were courteous, professional, responsive and always made an extra effort to clean up after themselves. Even their relatively new 20 year old electrician who was supporting the team was a model service professional and clearly understood how to distinguish Foley Electric in a client service business.
Description of Work: Complete upgrade from 100 AMP to 400 AMP service, involving new 400 AMP and new 200AMP panels, plus extensive trenching & conduit across the property to replace overhead wires to the roof. Also used them for rewiring of a wing of our house that was upgraded from old knob & tube to modern wiring, including sub panels, wiring showers, heating units, chandeliers, and recessed lighting. They know the PG&E reps and could call directly to co-ordinate the project.

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
$25,000

Philip S.
08/2011
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Extremely positive experience. Required running new conduit on the outside of the house to bring in a dedicated line. All aspects of the project were managed extremely well: planning, project management, installation, cleanliness, timeliness. It was a 2 day job and after the first day I noticed a conduit configuration on the outside of the house that was a bit unsightly. They rerouted the conduit at no additional cost.
Description of Work: Installation of a high amperage charging station for an electric car in our 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
$2,000

LYNORE B.
01/2011
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
This was the first time I used him. He was very professional and polite, and he seemed committed to his work. The assistant he had with him seemed fine too. I think it was very expensive but I think every electrician would be the same.
Description of Work: My electricity was behaving erratically for about a week. Foley Electric examined the main panel, the breakers, the attic, and the junction boxes and he decided it had something to do with the line coming into the house from the pole.

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
$280

thomas W.
11/2010
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
From inital telephone inquiry, through estimates and many steps of service, it was made clear that I was able to plan and schedule by my needs
Description of Work: Effecient, flexible to my variable needs Always on time

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
$5,000

Sandra or Gino E.
06/2010
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
They are excellent. The fellow that I worked with, Michael, gave me is email address and telephone number and if there were any questions he responded immediately. I got a few estimates and their price was good. I would definitely use them again.
Description of Work: We had Foley Electric come out for a new plug but it turned out that our circuit breaker was dangerous so we had a whole new box installed. They redid the wires, put four new plugs in, fixed a ceiling lamp, and a lot of other stuff.

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
$2,800

Richard S.
06/2008
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They were fantastic. They were professional and kind. They are trustworthy and decent to have in the home.
Description of Work: They put in a new circuit breaker panel. They also put in a dedicated panel for our computer and did some outside lighting. They took out and disposed of an old fuse box. They cleaned up their mess and got rid of everything.

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
$6,000

Katy O.
05/2008
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They showed up on-time, and fixed the problem quickly.
Description of Work: They repaired a double-lugged switch (I think that's what it is called) identified by an inspector during the sale/purchase of our new 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
$179

PATRICIA K.
08/2007
1.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Price gouging at the highest level! There is plenty of competition for local electricians so beware of this one.
Description of Work: We had the simple job of replacing a faulty GFI switch. Because the repairman did not have the proper color in his truck he returned the next morning. The entire job probably took ten minutes total for which we were charged two service calls. When I called to complain they simply said that they had to come over twice. True, I guess, but in my mind totally unprofessional.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$209.4

Astrid U.
04/2007
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
After a wonderful experience with Foley Electric in 2003 with our former house, we hired them again to help us update the electrical in our new house, which we currently live in. The Foley electricians are knowledgeable, friendly, neat, fast, punctual and very competent. They are very responsive to phone calls and show up on time. We knew exactly what work was done each day and how much was left to do. We passed inspection the first time! We highly recommend them to everyone.
Description of Work: Foley Electric re-wired our entire house, updated the electrical panel, and installed fixtures and can lights in our living room and kitchen.

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
$8,000

HELEN D.
04/2006
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent service and communication throughout the process of scheduling and having to reschedule at my request. Very nice technician came to the house and arrived right when they said he would.
Description of Work: Replaced an existing light fixture.

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
$25

STEPHEN H.
10/2005
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I WAS VERY SATISFIED WITH THE SERVICES THEY PROVIDED. THEY WERE ON TIME, AND THEY WERE VERY CLEAN. I WOULD RECOMMEND THEM, AND I WOULD USE THEM IN THE FUTURE. THEY ARE A GOOD COMPANY.
Description of Work: CIRCUIT BREAKER 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
$1,000
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Contact information

919 Arguello St, Redwood City, CA 94063

www.foleyelectric.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 AM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 AM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 AM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 AM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 AM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Electrical,
Lighting

FAQ

Foley Electric Inc is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 AM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 AM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 AM

Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 AM

Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 AM

Saturday: Closed

Foley Electric Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Foley Electric Inc offers free project estimates.
No, Foley Electric Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Foley Electric Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Foley Electric Inc offers emergency services.
Yes, Foley Electric Inc offers warranties.
Foley Electric Inc offers the following services: Commercial and Residential Electrical, upgrades, remodels, additions, trouble shooting & new construction.
Ask for details.

Contact information

919 Arguello St, Redwood City, CA 94063

www.foleyelectric.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 AM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 AM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 AM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 AM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 AM
Saturday:
Closed