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A-1 ELECTRIC

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

About us

A-1 Electric is an electrical contractor serving customers in Des Moines, Iowa and the surrounding communities. For over 30 years, our experienced electricians have provided customers with quality electrical services. Our electricians are well-trained and professional.

Business highlights

36 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

ALL ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING. RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.8121 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
91%
4
2%
3
3%
2
0%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.7
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.9
Showing 51-75 of 121 reviews

Tim H.
09/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I received a free estimate which was completed within several days from the time I made the original call. The estimate was clear and I was able to schedule the actual work within days from receiving the estimate. The work was completed quickly an the electrician was very professional. They did the work for the estimated price and I was happy with the quality of the work. I will certainly use A-1 again when I have the need for electrical work.
Description of Work: I had several outlets installed, a light fixture replaced and some cable/telephone rewiring done.

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
$424

Mary L.
08/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
It went very well. The technician was knowledgeable and able to correct problems and did explain what was being repaired.
Description of Work: Replaced two 3way switches and one 4way switch, replaced hallway light and repaired back door 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
$115

Brad J.
08/2013
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
For estimate, representative (John) showed up on time, was thorough, and emailed me their quote the same day. We set up our appointment the next day without hassle. For the appointment, the crew showed up early (at 7:45 am, better early than late or not at all) and were quick but complete in their work. We passed our electrical inspection without issue. The crew wrapped up at around 2:00 pm and we were told that the power company would be out later in the day to hook us back up. By 6:45 pm we still had no power, so we called the power company and were told that there was not a reconnect order in the system. The power company sent someone out and got us hooked up by about 8:15 pm and everything has been fine since. I don't know if the power company or our installers were at fault, but all things considered, it is not a big deal. Will definitely do business with them again, but if we have to have our main cut, I will make sure to call the power company myself.
Description of Work: Upgraded home breaker box and service to 200 amps.

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
$1,500

Julia B.
07/2013
5.0
ceiling fans, electrician, lighting
  + 1 more
It was great. The electrician (I can't remember his name!!) showed up on time and had the job done in 2.5 hours. He also had to use a really small scuttle hole to access the attic. I was pleased with the service and the price and would use this provider again.
Description of Work: Installed a light fixture/ceiling fan in a room that did not have ceiling 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
$200

Steve M.
07/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Took on a challenging job, were able to get to me in a few days, came in substantially below estimate and were extremely professional.
Description of Work: Wired electric outlets and pulled R 6 cable from satellite dish splitter in basement through the walls and into the second story attic for access to two upstairs bedrooms and installed a high efficiency bathroom vet fan.

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
$975

Bonnie J.
05/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
He arrived on time and worked quickly. Very personable and did a great job.
Description of Work: Replaced a couple of outlets and light switch

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
$65

Shirley M.
05/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They were great from the phone call all the way to the service call. I had no problems at all and they had great customer service. I would recommend to others. I will use again in the future.
Description of Work: Installed a security light on my front of 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

Ed B.
05/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Called A-1 on Monday morning. John was out that afternoon to provide an estimate. Mike was then there at my place the next afternoon. Within a couple of hours Mike had hooked up the new laundry room. John and Mike were both really nice guys, professional, and got the job done. I will certainly use them again here in the upcoming future.
Description of Work: Added a hookup for a new laundry closet

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

John H.
04/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
On time, professional, personal, helpful, excellant results and price competitive.
Description of Work: We had a home inspection re the sale of our home. The inspection indicated several electrical code issue and problems all over the house including the breaker box in the basement. I highly recommend A-1. We had three men show up on time who were very professional and highly personal. The took me around the house explaining what they did and made helpful recommendations. All three men really showed they cared about the work they did and could not have been any more helpful. The owner, John Stickel, did the initial project review and provided a quote that night. He too was very professional and most helpful -- his final bill was less than the estimate for the work completed.

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
$550

Martha V.
03/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Rocky did a very good job and did a few extra things to help me. He kept on a daily schedule and kept things picked up daily. The job did take longer than first estimated because they only had one man available. But his good work made it worth the extra days.
Description of Work: Electric Upgrade & replace existing 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
$3,500

John L.
03/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Work took about 3 days to complete. Minimal electrical disruptions as circuits were moved from old panel to new panel. Electrician answered all questions I had while work was being performed and explained process as electric company and city has to inspect/perform/approve work. Electrician showed up on time for work. After work was completed, electric company moved overhead wires to new service entrance. The city inspector was by about 2 hours later and certified work with no issues found. Actual work took about 3 days (Monday-Wednesday). Electrical company and city inspector was by on Friday to move overhead wiring to new service entrance and certify work performed.
Description of Work: Perform electrical update for my 1954 house. I had a small 70AMP service panel and I was maxed on circuits with no room to expand. Also almost every circuit was double tapped. Has a bunch of old conduit going no where and not in use. Work performed involved updating main circuit breaker box to handle 100AMP, removing double tapped circuits, bringing the service entrance up to code by placing meter and disconnect on side of house (required now by code). Installed new earth grounds. Bringing kitchen outlets up to code. Bringing garage electrical up to code. Installing separate circuit for sump pump. Installing GFCI around kitchen sink. Installing 2 prong plugs where there was no ground available or installing GFCI. Work also involved trimming 3 small branches to make way for overhead wires to new service entrance.

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
$3,200

Kenton Y.
03/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
When John first came out to look at the job and do the bid, he spent extra time to make sure the location of the heater would work. After some scheduling delays that were as much my issue as A1's, the service was performed. The courtesy of the electrician was outstanding and the quality of the work exceeded my expectations. We are very pleased with how effectively it heats the area. This is the second time we have used A1 and we would call on them again without hesitation.
Description of Work: A1 installed a bathroom space heater in the wall. Additional outlets were installed in the garage.

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
$560

Barbara S.
01/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Very competent!!! Instructed us on which things were most important to correct or replace and which could wait. Not bothered by the challenges of an old house. We felt we could trust this company to charge a fair price and do good work...and they did.
Description of Work: Inspected all three levels and informed us of what needed to be changed to meet code. Checked the amount of electrical service. Installed 220 plug for range, replaced outlets with GFI, Replaced one ceiling light fixture in the basement that did not comply to code.

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
$340

Mike M.
01/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Service was completed next day after I called A-1. Rocky was punctual and very professional. He pointed out some other electrical problems at the breaker that needed to be corrected for safety. Overall, my impression of A-1 is that they are top class electricians that do high quality work at a reasonable price. I will be calling them in the future...
Description of Work: Rocky came and installed an outlet for my stove and dishwasher. Rocky also installed a plug for my sump pump and other GFCI plugs in my basement.

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
$320

Robert M.
12/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
very nice and efficient. they were here when they said they would be
Description of Work: i had a power issue to the garage. they were fast and efficient. i am using them again to place a new 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
$50

Gary M.
12/2012
5.0
electrician, water heater repair
  + 0 more
John (the owner) came to my house (he arrived at the time he said he would), inspected my gas line, and gave me a verbal bid of $100 to $200 to complete the job. I agreed to hire A-1 for the job. John came to my house on 12/04/2012 and said someone would be at my house at around 2:00 PM on Thursday (12/06/2012). At 2:00, Charlie (with A-1) arrived at my house and completed the job in a little over 1 hour. Charlie was friendly and professional in his demeanor and wasted no time completing the job. The bill for the job was $99.06. I was completely satisfied with my experience with A-1 and plan on using A-1 for any future electrical service I may need.
Description of Work: I contacted A-1 Electric (for the first time, because of the reviews posted on Angie's List) to give me a bid on installing a ground on my corrugated stainless steel gas line that would prevent damage to my line (that runs to my furnace, water heater, and stove), in case of a nearby lightning strike (which, without a ground, could potentially create a hole in my gas line and cause an explosion).

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
$99

Diane N.
09/2012
5.0
electrician, outdoor lighting
  + 0 more
The work was professional and cost less than the phone estimate. We were very pleased with their prompt work! I would definitely recommend them for electrical work!
Description of Work: We were selling our house, and we needed an electrician to fix several items required by an inspection report. We hired A-1 Electric to perform the following: install weather proof GFCI's outside the house Install gas line ground clamp

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

Roma S.
09/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They responded quickly. I had to call him a second time for a different property, but he told me some things to try first, which worked. He saved me a service call. Many companies wouldn't do that.
Description of Work: They diagnosed an electrical problem in a rental property. They replaces a receptacle. Repaired a bad connection, and replaced a circuit breaker.

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
$100.54

Earline V.
08/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
John was very honest when providing his proposal as well as his electricians who completed the job. All the electrical repairs required passed Mid-American Energy Inspection as well as Urbandale, IA inspection meeting all local, state and federal codes. I received 3 estimates from 2 other electrical services but chose John with A-1 Electrical due to his honesty. I feel safe and confident in A-1 Electric and would recommend them to all my friends and family.
Description of Work: Complete new electrical wiring of our home built in 1956 and upgrade to 200 amp service/new breaker box/ extra wiring and outlets needed which also included our detached garage wiring with sensor motor lights outside.

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
$6,600

Kenton Y.
08/2012
5.0
electrician, home security systems
  + 0 more
It took several days for A-1 to get someone to us, but they did a great job for us once they were here.
Description of Work: Replacement of 8 fire alarms.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$355

Brian M.
07/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They are first rate, and I would recommend them to others; I hold them in the highest regard. They are very responsive, and they are responsible. They know what they are doing. They do a good job, and they don’t argue with me; they are incredible.
Description of Work: I use A-1 ELECTRIC for various commercial jobs through my company.

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

Bruce F.
06/2012
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
My overall experience was good. The owner came into give me a quote and followed the plans I had, but also made helpful suggestions to the project and made adjustments as need to meet building code. The electrician came in and was very professional and did the work quickly and accurately.
Description of Work: I was finishing my basement out on a Ranch style house with an unfinished basement. They ran electrical lines, installed lights, switches, and outlets, and hooked everything into the electrical 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
$2,000

Steve K.
06/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The owner came and gave me a bid. We arranged a time for the work, and they were there about 5 minutes early, they completed the work in a timely manner, we settled the bill and they left. No surprises, or problems during the whole process.
Description of Work: Installed new circuit breaker and installed GFCI outlets in the kitchen. Was impressed with their service, prompt, courteous and professional.

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

CARRIE L.
06/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Great. He resolved my problem.
Description of Work: I called A-1 electrical with a problem I was having with a light/fan switch that stopped working in my bathroom. John called me back directly. He was very helpful and actually walked me through the issue and we were able to resolve it over the phone. He saved me having to pay for service call and he had the solution that worked. I really appreciated his honesty and willingness to talk to me on the phone. It says a lot about his integrity. Because of this, I will definitely call A-1 again when an electrical need arises. That kind of customer service speaks volumes.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

John M.
06/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
John arrived on time to give the estimate, and quoted a competitive price. Although he was not the cheapest bid, his knowledge and professionalism won the contract to do this work. He gave me options, and priced the job accordingly. His electrician arrived the day of install as planned, and John took care of all permits, and power company scheduling. They were done in less than 4 hours. The electrician was very professional, and conscientious of making sure to do things properly. They arrived with all needed parts. Overall the experience went well. John took care of everything related. Would use again. Thanks!
Description of Work: Contacted to install an exterior sub panel, and RV outlet. Had to replace original breakers with a larger one, and feed "old" panels from the new sub panel. Had to have meter seals cut to open box, as well as pull an electrical permit.

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
$600

Contact information

1501 EVANS ST, Des Moines, IA 50315

http://www.desmoinesbestelectricians.com/

Service hours

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

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Home Security Systems,
Generator,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Water Heaters

FAQ

A-1 ELECTRIC is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

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

A-1 ELECTRIC accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, A-1 ELECTRIC offers free project estimates.
No, A-1 ELECTRIC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, A-1 ELECTRIC does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, A-1 ELECTRIC offers emergency services.
No, A-1 ELECTRIC does not offer warranties.
A-1 ELECTRIC offers the following services: ALL ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING. RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL.

Contact information

1501 EVANS ST, Des Moines, IA 50315

http://www.desmoinesbestelectricians.com/

Service hours

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