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GULF COAST ELECTRIC
Electrical for Home Addition or Remodel Installation, Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade, Lightning Protection Install or Repair,
About us
We are a full service electrical contracting company doing small to large jobs both residential and commercial. We specialize in electrical service work. We have 25 top notched employees to assist you in your needs. We operate out of fully stocked dispatched service vans. Our management staff has over 100 years of electrical experience. We are fully licensed and insured. We have won the AngiesList Super Service Award every year from 2013 to date because of our high level of customer service and excellent pricing. We were awarded the Northwest Florida Better Business Bureau TORCH AWARD which was created to publicly recognize businesses that insist on exceptionally high standards of ethics in dealing with customers. We have been awarded "Finest On The Emerald Coast" by area customers every year for 2012 to 2021, and voted as "Best in Destin" in providing electrical service. We are a BBB accredited business, and earned the BBB Torch Award for Business Ethics. We offer 24 hour emergency service 365 days a year, and when you call our office at anytime you speak to a real person. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Thank You!
Business highlights
Emergency services offered
45 years of experience
Services we offer
Electrical service calls, repair, remodel, surge suppression, service upgrades, panel change outs, ceiling fan installation, new circuit installations, landscape lighting, security lighting, bucket truck, recessed lighting, boat dock wiring.
Amenities
Emergency Services
Yes
Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Accepted Payment Methods
- CreditCard
Reviews
4.989 Reviews
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Ariel B.
Jun 2014
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Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Thank you Sir for your nice review on Angie's List. We appreciate your comments which go a long way toward helping us secure our A-rating on Angie's List. Please let us know if we can be of any further assistance to you in the future."
David S.
Jun 2014
The experience was very good. I chose to go with them, because the gentleman was knowledgeable, and he was willing to work with me, for any electrical work that I had. They were outstanding. They were flexible too.
Scott M.
Jun 2014
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William B.
May 2014
replaced some aluminum wiring and ran new wire. Replaced and installed new outlets and switches. installed new outlet boxes for outside motion security lighting. also installed some new safety breakers
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Thank you [member name removed] for the great review and especially for your continued patronage. We appreciate your comments and your work."
Edward D.
Feb 2014
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Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Dear Member, Thank you for your good grades and kind comments. We appreciate you taking the time to rate us on Angie's List. Your grades and comments help give other Angie's List members who could be potential customers confidence when selecting our firm. Our motto is "Plug In To Superior Service" I am glad we were able to live up to it on your project. Your business is very much appreciated. THANK YOU"
Clayton B.
Feb 2014
They showed up on time and did a great job.
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Dear Member Thank You for your business and good grades. They both are very much appreciated."
David S.
Jan 2014
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Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Dear Member, Thank you for taking the time to write the review of our company on Angies List. I was concerned with the "C" grade you gave us in the Responsiveness catagory as we make every effort to be responsive. In reasearching your call I see you called our company on August 28, 2013 and scheduled the work for August 30, 2013. We showed up as scheduled on the morning of August 30, 2013 and completed the work on that same day. I also noticed in the electricians note on the invoice that you requested a quotation on some additional electrical work that required the responce of one of our estimators. This did not get accomplished untl several days later and unfortunately the work you requested a estimate on was not work that we perform. I apologize for the delayed responce in responding to your estimate. Thank you for your repeat business it is appreciated."
Norman C.
Jan 2014
Everything went very well. Craig is an experienced electrician. He worked quickly & got the job done right the first time. I value his experience & advise about safety. He gave us a tip about buying smoke detectors. Make sure that you check the date on the back of the devise. They are only good for 10 years & must be replaced. If you buy a detector that has been on the shelf for a number of years, that reduces the life of that device in your home. Very nice tip. I will ask for Craig the next time I have a need for an electrician.
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Dear Member, Thank you very much for your good review and grade. Most importantly Thank You for your business. We will pass your kind comments along to Craig and they will be used in our next company meeting as a example of what good customer service is all about. Again thank you, your comments and business were much appreciated."
Sherry S.
Nov 2013
He arrived on time , worked efficiently, and all went well.
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Thank you for taking the time to provide a review. We appreciate your comments very much."
Doug H.
Oct 2013
Luke was great! He was professional and very polite. He explained everything to me and completed the work quickly. I will use this provider for all of my electrical needs in the future.
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Dear Member, Thank You for your complimentary review and congratulations on your wise decision to install Surge Protection on your residence. In today's high tech world of electronics, quality Surge Protection has become a necessity and not a option. Thank you again for your business and review it is appreciated and we will pass your comments along to Luke."
Thomas N.
Oct 2013
Mr. Jonier was very prompt. Unfortunately the surge protector couldn't be installed in my circuit box.
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"We sincerely appreciate the "A" reviews. Thank you for taking the time to do so. VP"
EDWARD K.
Jul 2013
It went very well. Several trips were needed to make the correction that I wanted but they were always on schedule and responsive. I am a former builder who appreciates subcontractors who take their work seriously and show up for appointments when they are scheduled. These folks did all of the above very well. I will not hesitate to call them again. I only wish they did plumbing and drywall repair too (lol)!!
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Dear Member, Thank you for your kind comments about Gulf Coast Electric. Your business is sincerely appreciated. Please let us know when we can help you again with any of your electrical needs."
Edward R.
Jun 2013
Overall, it was excellent. The electrician, Dale, did a great job. He frequently checked with me about how I wanted thing done or what my preferences were to make sure everything was to my liking. He was efficient and knowledgeable. He cleaned each work area as he went. I highly recommend Gulf Coast Electric. If there was a downside, I was not provided any cost information when I scheduled the appointment but Dale, the electrician, provided me the hourly rate while at my home. Their costs were very reasonable and the bill arrived a couple of days after the work was completed.
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Dear Member, Thanks for selecting our firm to take care of your electricsal needs and THANK YOU for the nice comments on Gulf Coast Electric and our electrician Dale. Your business is sincerely appreciated."
Susan F.
Jun 2013
Company had me on their schedule within 48 hours of my call. Dale called to let me know he was on his way, and identified himself and presented a business card at the door. He quickly determined the old 220V dryer receptacle was burned out and needed to be replaced, and he was also able to move it up the wall so it could be disconnected without moving the dryer. As he was working, I pointed out that the duct connection was not right, and he was able to do a better job than the plumber who had attempted it when I moved in a couple of weeks before. He also checked the vent and warned me that it was obstructed and needed to be cleared to eliminate a fire hazard! He cleaned up thoroughly, showed me a detailed work order/invoice, and let me know I would receive the bill in the mail. No need to write a check on the spot! Very polite, professional, and knowledgeable service... clearly a customer-oriented company. I would highly recommend them and will call again if needed.
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Dear Member, Thanks for the nice review and good grade. We strive for complete customer satisfaction with every call we do. Dale is a exceptional technician and he goes above and beyond the call of duty with all his work assignmenmts. Thank you very much for your business it is sincerely appreciated."
Jay D.
Jun 2013
It was very nice. We like everything they did, everything was did professionally and just right. If my husband accepted their contract, it must have been all day and the price must have been more than he has to. My husband checked around and checked Angie's List and they were the best. They were great people. They were here in no time after talking to them and everything was done that day and then they came back and checked it again.
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Dear Member, Thank you for the nice review but it was another contractor who performed your work. Gulf Coast Electric is a electrical contracting firm located in Destin Florida, we strickly do electrical work we do not do Air Conditioning work. Apparently the Angie's List telephone interviewer incorrectly documented your comments to our firm instead of the correct AC firm. Glad you had a good experience, please let us know if you ever have any electrical problems we will be happy to help."
Jill M.
May 2013
Craig was right on time and was very professional and respectful of our home. He got the new halogen lights installed in a timely manner and was happy to do the smoke alarms when we asked about them at a fixed rate and got the old ones out and replaced in short order. Best experience we've ever had with an electrician. We will not hesitate to call Gulf Coast Electric again for any electrical needs.
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Dear Member, Thank you for the nice review and good grade. Your business is appreciated and we look forward to helping you in the future with any of your electrical needs. Thank you."
James J.
May 2013
Craig was early and fortunately so was I. I showed him the fan that I wanted to take down and the fan that was making noise. First, Craig found that the person who installed the old fan (i.e. the one being replaced) did so improperly (a plastic box). Craig replaced the box. It took him a while to fix what was done and install the new fan. He actually read the instructions that came with the fan. No problems with the new fan. No apparent wobble and no squeaky sound.
Craig looked at the fan that was installed last fall and found a few things wrong. Craig was able to fix the noise problem and get rid of the wobble (the manual said there would be some wobble when on "high").
I had the three bedroom fans replace last fall too and discovered the remote to the master bedroom fan was also working the family room fan while I was in the master bedroom. As a result, Craig set the fans to different codes so a fan would not turn oin an empty room in error.
Craig was there for 3 hours to get the work done. Most of it was taking out the old box (held up by 3 screws) and installing the new box.
Note: Last fall I had a contractor major makeovers to the 2 bathrooms and swap out the ceiling fans (I bought the wrong fan for the front room - flush mount for a cathedral ceiling...oops) and replace the florescent light in the kitchen with a modern fixture. One person preformed the work. Installing tile, the light fixtures, vanities, painting, and the fans. I think what I have learned is that a jack of all trades is an expert in none. Overall the work looked great but I wonder what may come up in the future. Next time I act as contractor and hire experts in each field to do the work. ;-)
I was very pleased with Craig and his work.
Craig looked at the fan that was installed last fall and found a few things wrong. Craig was able to fix the noise problem and get rid of the wobble (the manual said there would be some wobble when on "high").
I had the three bedroom fans replace last fall too and discovered the remote to the master bedroom fan was also working the family room fan while I was in the master bedroom. As a result, Craig set the fans to different codes so a fan would not turn oin an empty room in error.
Craig was there for 3 hours to get the work done. Most of it was taking out the old box (held up by 3 screws) and installing the new box.
Note: Last fall I had a contractor major makeovers to the 2 bathrooms and swap out the ceiling fans (I bought the wrong fan for the front room - flush mount for a cathedral ceiling...oops) and replace the florescent light in the kitchen with a modern fixture. One person preformed the work. Installing tile, the light fixtures, vanities, painting, and the fans. I think what I have learned is that a jack of all trades is an expert in none. Overall the work looked great but I wonder what may come up in the future. Next time I act as contractor and hire experts in each field to do the work. ;-)
I was very pleased with Craig and his work.
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Dear Member, Thanks for the nice comments on Craig he is a excellent electrician and thank you for your business. Your comments make a interesting and important point that all homeowners and Angie List members sholud be aware of. When it comes to electrical work, plumbing, HVAC and other trades it is important to hire licensed professionals to do the work. Most handyman/contractors are not licensed to perform specialized work that require independent license. When a handyman or contractor moves from the realm of minor repairs or construction work that he or she is not authorized to do, they are entering the area of unlicensed activity and are subject to prosecution. There normally is no such thing as a legal "jack of all trades" and homeowners should beware that not only could they be putting their property at risk they could be held responsible for adding and abetting a unlicensed contractor not to mention problems with homeowners insurance for coverage on items not performed by a licensed contractor. In our area only a licensed electrical contractor can perform electrical work. There is no license, certificate of competency, for a handyman they are only required to get a occupational license(Business Tax Receipt) and when doing so they must sign a affidavit stating that they WILL NOT install wiring, replace switches or receptacles,install light fixtures, install ceiling fans,install plumbing fixtures, make roof repairs, any structural work, etc. the list is very extensive. Unfortunatly not many adhere to the signed affidavit. This work must only be done by the appropriate licensed,insured contractors. Hardly a week goes by at our firm that we don't run into a electrical issue that has been incorrectly performed by a unlicensed contractor posing as a jack of all trades,handyman, maintenance man. Many times the work has been done incorrectly, not per code and creates a hazard to life and property. The simple installation of a vanity light over a bathroom sink, or a ceiling fan, it not installed correctly can be very dangerous to the homeowner. Your closing comment that you will now hire experts in each field to do your work is the right path to take. Thank you again for your business it is sincerly appreciated."
Linda T.
Apr 2013
I was very pleased with Craig and all the work he did for me.
He is extremely nice and very professional. When he introduced himself, he presented me with the company business card.
I showed him everything that I wish to have done and he was on it in no time.
He made recommendations for my future projects, in which I will be using this company again!
He worked non-stop from the minute he walked in until the work was finished.
I know my job went beyond the time that was probably slotted for me, and Craig just kept on working hard.
I kept adding things for him to do or kept asking him questions. He was very patient with me.
I will highly recommend Gulf Coast Electric to my neighbors.
It was a great treat to discover such a dependable company.
Even when I made the appointment the gentleman that answered the telephone was courteous and so helpful about what I wanted to do and explained all the rates etc..
He is extremely nice and very professional. When he introduced himself, he presented me with the company business card.
I showed him everything that I wish to have done and he was on it in no time.
He made recommendations for my future projects, in which I will be using this company again!
He worked non-stop from the minute he walked in until the work was finished.
I know my job went beyond the time that was probably slotted for me, and Craig just kept on working hard.
I kept adding things for him to do or kept asking him questions. He was very patient with me.
I will highly recommend Gulf Coast Electric to my neighbors.
It was a great treat to discover such a dependable company.
Even when I made the appointment the gentleman that answered the telephone was courteous and so helpful about what I wanted to do and explained all the rates etc..
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"WOW Thank you so much for the nice comments. Our motto at Gulf Coast Electric is "Unique in our passion to exceed customer expectations'. Our tag line is " Plug In To Superiopr Service". We strive hard to accomplish those phrases on every call. Every employee in our company from the individuals that answer the phones to the warehouse manager are educated on almost a daily basis on the importance of good customer service. We are happy you are happy, that is our goal. Craig is a excellent electrician and a true asset to our company. We will pass your kind comments along to Craig and documentation will be made in his personnel file. Thank you again for your comments they are very much appreciated and very helpful in our training. Your comments reveal to our electricians that good service is recognizable and very much appreciated. Most importantly thank you also for your business. Jeff R. Linn President"
Kevin W.
Feb 2013
Bottomline: I was charged for a free estimate.
I had requested a free estimate on some substantial electric work at my home. During the phone call the telephone attendant asked if I had any emergency repairs. I said no, but I agreed that they could look at some of the small items on my list (an outlet--here is where I went wrong, she had her hook to charge me.) She mentioned a $67 dollar service call for repairs performed. I said I understood. So when the guy shows up I tell him I just want the free estimate. We walk around the property, discussing the work that I had in mind and I finish with what he thought the estimate would be. He said he would have to go back to the shop, but before he went he said I was being charged for the visit and I might as well have a repair done. I was flumoxed, but realized as I talked with the gentlemen he was unable to do an estimate, they had sent a low level technician and I was being charged for my estimate. I had him repair an outlet. I was charged $162 to fix an outlet.
Then Roger calls the next day and says "I am to do your estimate." I took time off from work again and met him. I let him know I was unsatisfied that I had asked for an estimate, got switched with a technician that I thought was doing the estimate, and then charged.
When I went by to pay the bill, which totaled $162 (remember, I only had an outlet replaced) I was introduced to "Dave" I handed him the invoice and told him their charges were unacceptable for a free estimate. I said I knew that there was to be a $67 service fee if I had repairs ...he interrupted me and said very tersley and pointedly there was never any discussion of a $67 fee. He had the paper in his hand, and it clearly said "Service fee--$69." I knew he was not going to listen. I thanked him for his time and left. So, beware they overcharge, they attempt to pull you into repairs to pay for their "free estimate."
I had requested a free estimate on some substantial electric work at my home. During the phone call the telephone attendant asked if I had any emergency repairs. I said no, but I agreed that they could look at some of the small items on my list (an outlet--here is where I went wrong, she had her hook to charge me.) She mentioned a $67 dollar service call for repairs performed. I said I understood. So when the guy shows up I tell him I just want the free estimate. We walk around the property, discussing the work that I had in mind and I finish with what he thought the estimate would be. He said he would have to go back to the shop, but before he went he said I was being charged for the visit and I might as well have a repair done. I was flumoxed, but realized as I talked with the gentlemen he was unable to do an estimate, they had sent a low level technician and I was being charged for my estimate. I had him repair an outlet. I was charged $162 to fix an outlet.
Then Roger calls the next day and says "I am to do your estimate." I took time off from work again and met him. I let him know I was unsatisfied that I had asked for an estimate, got switched with a technician that I thought was doing the estimate, and then charged.
When I went by to pay the bill, which totaled $162 (remember, I only had an outlet replaced) I was introduced to "Dave" I handed him the invoice and told him their charges were unacceptable for a free estimate. I said I knew that there was to be a $67 service fee if I had repairs ...he interrupted me and said very tersley and pointedly there was never any discussion of a $67 fee. He had the paper in his hand, and it clearly said "Service fee--$69." I knew he was not going to listen. I thanked him for his time and left. So, beware they overcharge, they attempt to pull you into repairs to pay for their "free estimate."
Lisa F.
Dec 2012
Tech arrived on time and quickly and efficiently performed needed work.
He also did an excellent job of explaining what was wrong and steps to prevent other damage.
He also did an excellent job of explaining what was wrong and steps to prevent other damage.
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Dear customer, First I want to thank you for selecting Gulf Coast Electric to help you with your electrical problem, your business truly is appreciated. Second I want to thank you for taking the time to post a review about our performance on your job on Angie's List. Customer feedback is very important to us and helps us improve and it is always nice to get positive customer reviews and a good grade. Thank you. Happy Holidays to you and your family. We are always ready and eager to help you and others with their electrical problems or projects. Jeff R. Linn President GULF COAST ELECTRIC SINCE 1980"
Geraldine T.
Dec 2012
The maintenance was successful, and the report was forwarded to and accepted by DMI. Gulf Coast Electric employees were courteous and efficient. They get my "two thumbs up".
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Member, Thank you very much for your kind comments. Your business is sincerly appreciated. Please let us know if we can be of future service for any of your electrical needs. Happy Holidays"
K M.
Jun 2012
Integrity, fast response, technical expertise - I'm not sure you can ask for much more from an electric company. Highly recommend.
After a week of dealing with our home warranty company, whose referred company (R and R Electric) failed to respond to multiple dispatches and/or phone calls, we finally called Gulf Coast Electric ourselves. Within three hours of my first and only phone call to Gulf Coast Electric, we had an extremely proficient and honest technician (Dale) at our house; after one hour, all our issues were resolved. The office manager (Judy) was great to deal with, as was Dale.
After a week of dealing with our home warranty company, whose referred company (R and R Electric) failed to respond to multiple dispatches and/or phone calls, we finally called Gulf Coast Electric ourselves. Within three hours of my first and only phone call to Gulf Coast Electric, we had an extremely proficient and honest technician (Dale) at our house; after one hour, all our issues were resolved. The office manager (Judy) was great to deal with, as was Dale.
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Member, Thank you for your nice comments about Gulf Coast Electric and our Staff. It is always rewarding to have another satisfied customer, that is what we strive for with every call. Your business is very much appreciated. Thank you"
Amy R.
Jun 2012
Great communication skills by everyone at the company--they did what they said they'd do when they said they were going to do it. The folks are courteous, professional, and helpful. I would recommend this company to anyone who wishes to have electrical work done here in Okaloosa County!
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Member, This is what it is all about, usually customer service has it own rewards, thank you Member. We will pass this along to the service technician that attended your job. Thanks again. Don, VP"
David O.
Mar 2012
This was a tough job.....the ceiling electrical outlet for the fan is 28 feet high. The two man crew replaced the old fan that required using a 25 foot A frame ladder. The men were clean, professional and did a very good job. I will use this company again and I do recommend them.
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Dear Member, Thank you for the nice comments. This was a difficult and labor intense installation. We appreciate your understanding of the complications and thank you for your business and positive comments about our company."
Lori J.
Feb 2012
I called 2 weeks prior to service to ask for an estimate for removing and remounting a ceiling fan and installing a new ceiling fan in its place. I was told that the service call will be $69, plus $69/hour for work done. I scheduled the work to be done. The day of service, the electrician called a little before 8:00am (the appt time) to let me know he would be 15 minutes late. I appreciated the phone call! He arrived at 8:15am. I showed him the new fan and existing fan. He said he had never hung a "flush -mount" fan, so I briefly looked at the parts and instructions with him. I offered to put the fan together while he took down and relocated the existing fan, but he preferred to do it all himself. I was concerned about his ability to hang the new "flush-mount" fan. I checked on him periodically and he seemed to be having no trouble. He was very professional and accomplished the job in one hour and 45 minutes. The company estimated the installation could take up to 2 hours. The fan wiring in the ceiling at both locations did not have to be altered, so it was really just a matter of taking two fans down, re-installing one elsewhere, and replacing one with the new one. This takes some time, though, when only one person is doing the job! The fans are very secure and work properly (fan and light) with the two sets of existing wall switches. I think the price was a little high, but I knew the cost before I hired them - no surprises. It was such a good experience, I will hire this company again for electrical work.
Response from GULF COAST ELECTRIC
"Dear Member Thank You for the good report. Our electricians hang a lot of standard ceiling fans throughout the year but few of them are of the "flush-mount " type. They assemble a little differently and take just a little longer to put together especially if they have a lite kit. I am glad your experience with us was a good one and we appreciate your business. In the future if you need any type of electrical service please call Gulf Coast Electric. Thank You"
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FAQ
GULF COAST ELECTRIC is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
GULF COAST ELECTRIC accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, GULF COAST ELECTRIC offers free project estimates.
No, GULF COAST ELECTRIC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, GULF COAST ELECTRIC does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, GULF COAST ELECTRIC offers emergency services.
Yes, GULF COAST ELECTRIC offers warranties.