This is my third experience with Sam from Advanced Enterprises Electrical working on one my rental properties. I was getting complaints that Comcast Internet services was very slow and when comcast came out, they found electricity going through cable. After much testing, they determined that electricity was being sent through property ground (ie. electricity sent through ground to every device in the building!). Called Sam and he came in less than 30min. Went through entire house, panel, feed, and even corrected a loose connection coming into main panel by another electrician. He determined surge was coming from PG&E. With this info, PG&E came in confirmed Sam's findings and determined failed transformer. They shut down several bldgs in downtown SJ to switch out ground bar and we were back in business (but serveral burned appliances). WIthout Sam diagnosis PG&E probably would have said he had bad panel or something on our end. He never tried to upsell or make a bigger deal out of it. He even told me how to correct and test the damaged circuits if I chose to do it myself. I highly recommend this guy!
Description of Work: Diagnosed very bizarre power problems in my rental property. Power was fluctuating up and down (ie. lights dimming) certain appliances/circuits not working, loud humming noise through building. He tested every circuit to determine it wasn't the appliances. Then he inspected and tested circuit breakers/fuse panel. Then he opened and tested branch circuit that fed the fuse panel and found that the connection installed by another electrician, was not even secure and that it had been arcing for some time. After further testing, he determined that the power coming in from the PGE underground was incorrect and WAITED while PG&E tested their transformer to confirm his findings. He even helped the PGE tech lift cables/cover etc. because it was big and heavy. He definitely knows his stuff.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
Terry T.
01/2011
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Sam was fast to responde (same day to give estimate). His pricing was the lowest, but he appeared to be very knowledable, and his truck seemed very well stocked and he provided proof of his license and insurance. He showed up and started exactly as promised. He did not try to upsell or make excuses for problems like many other contractors did. He came back several times to address all issues with city permit/inspections and even came back several times to help diagnose electrical problems from work performed by other contractors. He we very polite and professional to my tenants and was very quick and deliberate on his work. I saw his work before things were closed up and his wiring was VERY NEAT and properly labeled. Definately someone I would recommend and use for all my properties.
Description of Work: Service for 5 unit home built in 1920s downtown san jose 1) Service upgrade to 5 unit rental complex downtown san jose 2) Removed old knob&tube meters, fusepanels and installed new commercial panel (very large) 3) Installed sub-panels with breakers in each unit 4) Installed/connected new overhead line for increased amperage 5) Diagnoised and repaired several electrical connections improperly installed by another contractor 6) Came back numerouse times to assist in additional wiring additions
All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.
*Contact business to see additional licenses.
Service Categories
Electrical,
Earthquake Retrofitting,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Ceiling Fans,
Homebuilders,
Home Security Systems,
General Remodeling
FAQ
ADVANCED ENTERPRISES ELECTRICAL is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
ADVANCED ENTERPRISES ELECTRICAL accepts the following forms of payment: Check