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JOHN BLYTHE ELECTRIC

Electrical, Lighting, General Remodeling

About us

Serving Marin homeowners 35+ years, with over 2855 satisfied clients. Family owned since 1982. Expertise in lighting, new circuits, problem-solving and remodel. I welcome calls to discuss projects, answer questions and give you suggestions.

Business highlights

43 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Serving Marin 35 Years, Since 1982. * Over 3655 Satisfied Clients. * Generator Setup * Speedy Troubleshoot & Repair * Lighting Design & Installation * Electric Vehicle Circuits, * Remodel * Fans and Heaters * Always Free Advice & Suggestions

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.936 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
97%
4
0%
3
0%
2
3%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.5
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-25 of 36 reviews

Jean L.
04/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
John did an excellent job for us and I would definitely hire him again. He went out of his way to find a breaker for an old board that isn't sold any longer.
Description of Work: Had a new breaker inserted on breaker board to correct overloading of some outlets.

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

walton F.
07/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
He investigated where I had worked and found the problem in 30 seconds and fixed it in two minutes! I was astonished. And most pleased.a
Description of Work: Most of the lights in the bedroom wouldn't turn on. I had replaced a switch myself but that "couldn't" have caused this problem.

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

Randy C.
05/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Wonderfully. Mr. Blythe sent his technician on the scheduled appointment to assess the damage and make the order; Mr. Blythe returned two days later to install the new box. Everything worked wonderfully.
Description of Work: Replacement electric breaker 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
$150

Jeff B.
03/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
John and his team did a great job, would highly recommend!
Description of Work: John Blythe has done excellent work for us, installing outdoor security lights, outdoor sconces and interior electrical issues. Most importantly, he was super responsive during a recent storm that knocked out out power.

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

Patricia D.
03/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting, remodeling
  + 1 more
John worked with us on a couple different electrical projects, and was amazing to work with on all levells...professional, personable, thorough, knowlegable, and available.
Description of Work: Electric outlets in kitchen remodel and new ceiling lighting and 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

Barry T.
03/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
We have always been pleased with the quality of John's workmen. His prices aren't the cheapest, but they are fair and well-documented, with detailed invoices, suitable for tax deductions where appropriate.
Description of Work: A large variety of work has been done over the past several years with John's company, using a variety of his handyman, both inside and outside the house. This has included a wide range of projects, including electrical, plumbing, painting and fence building.

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

Mark M.
03/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The Owner John Blythe himself performed the work, I live in Seattle, John performed the work on my house in Tiburon. I actually manage construction contracts for a living. Johns professionalism electrical knowledge and reliability was exceptional. The pricing was always fair. He coordinated access with my real estate agent and performed the work professionally and cleanly and coordinated directly with the town of Tiburon to remedy the towns inspection items. I wish I had him on my regular work contracts. Just a pleasure to see someone responsible and diligent at their work. I highly recommend him.
Description of Work: Worked with the town of Tiburon, to insure all my outlets conformed to the local town requirements, performed circuit identification removed a circuit and corrected several others quoted and advised on a panel exchange.

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

Casper R. C.
03/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
John is very easy to work with . Very good communication , prompt and reliable.
Description of Work: The project was a residential Landscape, power was need for and Automatic Irrigation system as well as additional outdoor outlets for various fountains and low voltage lighting. Client , at a later date requested to automate the drive entry Gate and a communication system.

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

Joseph A.
03/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
John is an experienced electrician. He is punctual and professional as well as friendly. All of the work was completed on time and within the lower range of the estimates. He stands by his products and craftsmanship. I will certainly rely on John for any future projects!
Description of Work: Extensive electrical work including; replacement of a breaker box, rewiring a portion of our property, running a line to a car port for access to charge a new Tesla and new outlets for our sump pumps.

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

Matthew R.
03/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting, remodeling
  + 1 more
John Blythe and his crew performed outstanding work on our home in Pleasant Hill, regularly keeping me updated of progress, making helpful design suggestions, coordinating with other contractors, and performing high quality craftsmanship. My brother and I will definitely be hiring him again for future work. My father has been using his services for many many years and referred me to him.
Description of Work: Major renovation of home to include windows, kitchen, bathroom, floors, plumbing, electrical system, and other. John transformed the home from a dilapidated slum-shack into a high-end rental property which was able to fetch top dollar on the market.

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

Mike M.
11/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
He was punctual, very friendly, very efficient, performed top quality work, and charged a fair all-in price. He will be my go-to electrician from now on.
Description of Work: Installed a new charging station for an electric vehicle in my garage, plus a new 40 amp circuit.

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 W.
10/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
He did just an amazing job!! He got rid of everything that was dangerous and out of code and did a beautiful job of installing gorgeous fixtures that really fit the period of the house. He really increased the value of my home and just as importantly, made it safe and up to code!!
Description of Work: redid all the electrical and installed new lighting throughout 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
$5,000

Robert G.
05/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Although it took a little time to set up the appointment, once that was done, I couldn't have been more satisfied. The electrician that did the work was professional and did the work quickly and expertly. He talked to me about how I wanted the work done before he got started and listened and communicated with me extremely well. I am extremely happy with the final result. Moving the plug required (at my request) a surface conduit be placed to avoid going into the wall and the appearance is neat and tidy. I would absolutely use John Blythe Electric again.
Description of Work: I needed to have an outlet for a washing machine moved and a ground added.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

Georgina R.
08/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
He responded immediately. He went out of the way to solve the problem I had. I would recommend him to others
Description of Work: He did electrical work for me.

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
$300

Alicia D.
05/2015
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
John was very professional, courteous and punctual in responding to request for services via my purchase of a one-hour coupon offered during a promotion here on Angie's list. His technician was also very professional and detailed-oriented. He treated my home with respect and cleaned thoroughly during his three hours and upon completion of the job.
Description of Work: Replaced three wall sconces (light fixtures) in the bathroom

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

laurent S.
03/2015
2.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Got ripped off by the "special deal" of $175 service for $!50. see email trail. The guy spent 45 minutes fixing the mwave - I was told by phone (sadly no trace) that this would get me a couple hours of service. After i asked how much of the "deal" I used I got this reply: "Hi Mr Sandrolini, The $150 is for the 1st hour which is the minimum for service call. I will go over the outside lighting project with Gary and get back to you. He can get the screwdriver when he comes back. Thank You, John Blythe" So I responded that I have a $25 credit and his response was: Here is how it works: Normally our minimum charge for a service call is $175. Through Angie's List we offer a deal where people can get that for $150. That is the deal you bought. The $150 is the minimum charge for the service call.
Description of Work: reset the microwave vent hood

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
4.0

$175

Response from JOHN BLYTHE ELECTRIC
[member name removed], The Angie's List Big Deal you purchased is: you bought $175 worth of electrical service (minimum service call charge) for $150. You got exactly what you purchased from Angie's List. If you are confused about how the Angie's List Big Deal works you can call them to confirm. Thank You, John Blythe

Pete T.
03/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Electrician was knowledgeable & efficient.
Description of Work: Electrical short repair.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Secily B.
12/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
A lovely person. Smart, on time and quick! Responded same day. So great
Description of Work: Fixed my electrical problem and found another bad problem.

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

Jay S.
08/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Workman showed up late because of a call scheduled subsequent to the appointment previously made with me, but I was advised of this by phone in advance. He was a friendly, knowledgeable professional who wasted no time. Rates are a bit high (but this may be going rte for electricians these days) so two of my children died of starvation that night (these things happen), but I would use them again. A friendly, competent professional counts for a lot.
Description of Work: Wiring for bathroom remodel.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

Patrick M.
07/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Very professional and knowledgeable. I was very happy with the service and would use them again.
Description of Work: Fix GFI issue - move outlet on outside of the house

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Stacie A.
06/2014
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
I called John in a desperate attempt to find an electrician that could start the next day after my contractor bailed on my kitchen remodeling project. He called me the next day and came to look at my project that night working around my schedule. He started a few days after and worked within my crazy deadlines for inspections and cabinet installations. He is very, responsive, knowledgeable about current code and inspections. I was very pleased when his work passed easily with a tough inspector. His prices are high, but if you're in a pinch or having the city inspect the premium prices are worth it. Added bonus, his team cleans up after themselves.
Description of Work: Under Cabinet Lighting Installing outlets and circuit to code All wiring for kitchen remodel

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

$3,000

Forrest M.
04/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Everything is working well. So far, so good. After the work was completed was completed the owner himself comes out to inspect it. They were very punctual and professional.
Description of Work: They installed a wall heater.

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

Sara H.
10/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
We were very pleased with the job John Blythe Company provided. We live in a small condo unit which involved limited space within a closet to install laundry hook ups and that would eventually hold a stackable washer/dryer unit. Gary from John Blythe did the job for us and he was great. There were very few contractors that wanted to bid on a small-but-tricky job like ours so we were very pleased when we found them. It is now a year later and everything is still working great - the addition of laundry to our unit has changed our lives! We would hire them again and have already recommended them to others.
Description of Work: Installed laundry hook ups in a closet. Job required electrical and plumbing.

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

Patrick M.
05/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent service -> very thorough and professional. I would recommend this company to anyone.
Description of Work: Fixed electrical issue in kitchen

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Kristina H.
01/2011
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
I've used them numerous times and I am very, very happy with them. They are always available and prompt. They are reasonably priced. They stand behind their work. The chandelier was awkward and they did an amazing job. Nothing got broken and it is up there really well. They went out of their way to notice that something wasn't quite right in the ceiling behind the drywall so they reinforced it. They didn't charge any extra for that. I like their personnel. They are friendly, clean and respectful.
Description of Work: I used John Blythe Electric to hang a very fragile, very heavy chandelier.

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
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Contact information

6 Beach Road #81, Tiburon, CA 94920

http://JohnBlytheElectric.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
749897
Trade License Locale
CA
Trade License Authority
California Contractors State License Board
Trade License Expiration
05/31/2026

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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Service Categories

Electrical,
Lighting,
General Remodeling

FAQ

JOHN BLYTHE ELECTRIC is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

JOHN BLYTHE ELECTRIC accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, JOHN BLYTHE ELECTRIC offers free project estimates.
Yes, JOHN BLYTHE ELECTRIC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, JOHN BLYTHE ELECTRIC does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, JOHN BLYTHE ELECTRIC offers emergency services.
Yes, JOHN BLYTHE ELECTRIC offers warranties.
JOHN BLYTHE ELECTRIC offers the following services: Serving Marin 35 Years, Since 1982. * Over 3655 Satisfied Clients. * Generator Setup * Speedy Troubleshoot & Repair * Lighting Design & Installation * Electric Vehicle Circuits, * Remodel * Fans and Heaters * Always Free Advice & Suggestions

Contact information

6 Beach Road #81, Tiburon, CA 94920

http://JohnBlytheElectric.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM