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Hardt Electric Inc

Electrical, Lighting

About us

Quality Service since 1973. We enjoy helping Residential Customers, Business Owners and Builders. This includes everything from a minor electrical repair to a complete rewire or new installation. *When contacting us via the message center please provide a phone number so that we may provide you exceptional service.*

Business highlights

52 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Budget dollar amount evaluation over the phone, In-person fee based estimates Our customers experience a master electrician's knowledge of diagnosing, trouble shooting, solving electrical issues, with optimal results. Renovation, Remodel or Brand New Electrical work. Our Customers are given years of knowledge to simplify the decision making process.

Services we don't offer

Free in-person Estimates

Amenities

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9280 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
95%
4
2%
3
1%
2
0%
1
2%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 76-100 of 280 reviews

JAY L.
02/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Todd Connaughton did a great job. He is thorough and explains what he is doing and was very professional in his approach. Definitely will use for any electrical work we need going forward.
Description of Work: Needed to replace 3 GFI outlets outside our 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

bill R.
01/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Todd was incredible. He was so easy to work with and amazingly got the chandelier wired correctly and fixed an additional wiring issue he noted when he was there. He got this turned around in an hour! I have had nightmare experiences with a handyman service, trying to manage long distance and was reticent about doing this electrical work long distance, but it could not have gone better! Hardt Electric and Todd were wonderful, professional, efficient and trustworthy. You cannot get better than that!! Use this business, you'll be glad you did!
Description of Work: I called Hardt Electric and reached Todd to ask about having someone check out the chandelier in my dining room. This was about 11am EST, I am in the midst of moving out of state and needed someone to go over, get my hidden key and be proactive about finding the issue and fixing it. Todd grabbed some lunch after the job he had been on, and I got a text at about 1:30 asking if there was anything else I needed. We spoke on the phone right away and he had fixed the wiring, noted that the wire was too short and might cause a issue in the future, so he fixed that and adjusted the chain.

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

Kathy G.
01/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
It was great - Todd was the electrician and I spoke to him about what I wanted when I set the appointment. He told me the type of dimmer I needed and said I would purchase it or he could pick it up. I chose to purchase it myself. He was exactly on time for the appointment. He discussed options for what I wanted when he saw the area in my house where the work was to be done and made great suggestions. He cleaned the work area after he was done.
Description of Work: Installed dimmer to existing can lights in the ceiling and installed new outlet in the basement.

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

Janice N.
12/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent, knowledgeable, friendly electrician.
Description of Work: Misc repair work.

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

Richard W.
11/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Great to talk with, too busy to take the job right away.
Description of Work: Was too busy however was excellent to talk with and shared what I think is the answer to my electrical problem. Wish I could hire him.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Mary L.
10/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Excellent! Fast, efficient and left the area neat and tidy.
Description of Work: Installing a new front porch 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
$200

Erin K.
09/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Todd quickly returned my call and was able to come on the same day (I called at 9:30am and he was here by 1:30). Todd was a great investigator and he found the issue (just a loose connection, in the end), and made the repair in about an hour and a half.
Description of Work: I suddenly lost power to my air conditioning/furnace as well as my dining room light and a couple of outlets. I checked the breakers, and that wasn't the issue. I needed someone to diagnose the 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

Jim M.
08/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Todd from Hardt answered my call within 5 minutes. On the initial visit, it was discovered that the box the ceiling fan attaches to was out of date and out of code, so we arranged another visit to install a new mounting box. On the follow up visit, Todd was very careful to minimize damage to the ceiling when removing the old box and attaching the new. In fact, there was no patching needed. He worked quickly and efficiently, making sure to consult with me along the way. Things went very smoothly.
Description of Work: My old ceiling fan finally gave up the ghost and I needed a new one installed. Plus more modern lights above my fireplace mantle.

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
$640

Bobby S.
08/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Great! Todd was thorough and professional.
Description of Work: Installed a new box on the outside of my house, added a new circuit breaker box and new circuits, lots of work.

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

John Ron M.
07/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
We were eager to find a provider who could do a fast turnaround, and Hardt Electric delivered on all we asked for. Electrician Todd Connaughton scheduled our service as quickly as possible (ordering materials on the same day as our call), and his visit was on time, professional, and courteous. Todd also explained the situation with regard to our particular dryer model (3-prong power cable) and implications for a future appliance replacement. Delighted with the service, and we'll definitely use Hardt again for any future work.
Description of Work: We're new homeowners and needed a 220 outlet for our dryer (where the previous dryer was gas). Hardt Electric brought new conduit out of the circuit box and created the outlet where needed.

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
$336

Aprill C.
06/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Todd arrived 5 minutes early for his 8am appt. time. After a brief look around our condo & discussion of details about the work that we had planned, he got right to it. He was able to park his work van right outside of our patio so any supplies that he needed were right there. Todd was very quick an efficient. He made pleasant conversation as he worked & even fixed and rewired some neutrals on an outlet that we didn't even need him to address. He was meticulous in keeping the work space clean & mindful of laying out a work tarp to place the conduit as he went. After all the work was done, in less time than we expected, we were already asking if he had time to start some additional projects that day. He was already booked for the remainder of the day, as well as, the next two weeks! After seeing what a great job he did for us, it was no wonder why. We have scheduled Todd to come back and do some outdoor electrical wiring on our patio. We are very excited to have found a true craftsperson to complete all of the projects that we have talked about doing for years. My husband and I cannot recommend Todd Hardt enough to handle any electrical need that you may have. Bonus is he's a really great guy too. Aprill
Description of Work: ran new conduit and electical service to hanging pendent fixtures over our kitchen island mounted new dimmer for fixtures ran new electrical service and conduit for a ceiling fan in the bedroom

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
$650

Mark J.
06/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I called around 7:30 PM. Todd was able to get back to me within 10 minutes and was able to get out to my condo first thing the next morning. The problem was fixed within an hour and without hassle.
Description of Work: Replaced the main circuit breaker.

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
$222

dennis L.
06/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Todd did a great job installing recessed lighting in my old bungalow living room. He worked hard to finish in one day without sacrificing quality. He treated the job like it was his own house. Highly reccomend and will be my first call from know on.
Description of Work: Installed recessed lighting in living room

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
$2,100

Francesco C.
05/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Very well. Todd was very professional and help answer my questions. He also finished in a timely manner.
Description of Work: Todd changed two ceiling lights that were causing issues because of very old wiring.

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
$325

nadeen M.
05/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Todd certainly is the guy if you have an issue that leaves you scratching your head.
Description of Work: Trouble shoot a cranky GFI

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
$142

Peter O.
04/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Todd was on time, competent, and professional. He explained each step of the troubleshooting process, re-used parts to save time and money wherever possible, and got everything working perfectly. Our home is almost 120 years old, and we frequently have had repairmen get frustrated with the outdated and unorthodox systems in the house. Todd just worked through the weird wiring and solved the problem. He also offered advice on moving to more efficient LED lighting systems, and told me how to much of the work myself to save money. I strongly recommend Todd Connaughton and Hardt Electric.
Description of Work: RE-wired and repaired a doorbell system with three bells on three floors.

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

David B.
04/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Todd was Excellent. On time, diligent work, very friendly and knowledgeable. Will have come back to do more work.
Description of Work: Removed two fixtures and installed six LED recessed lights

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
$1,638

Michael W.
04/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Being a first time homebuyer, I was hoping most would go according to plan. And luckily, it has been for the most part. However, one of the few issues we have had was with the brand new dryer we had installed by the retailer. It wouldn't work. It would turn on and then immediately turn off. I replaced the outlet receptacle and still had the same symptoms. I joined Angie's List looking for an electrician to potentially come out and help me figure it out. Todd at Hardt Electric Inc. did me one better... I called, he answered and was very straight forward with me, they would not be available to assist until a few days later, HOWEVER, Todd assisted me over the phone in getting the dryer fixed and operational. I had described the symptoms and he assured me it would be an easy fix to the plug coming out of the dryer itself. I followed his instructions and sure enough, not only does the dryer turn on and stay on, it works as it should've from the beginning. I have Todd to thank at Hardt Electric for saving my wife and I from a mountain of laundry that was consuming our bedroom. I am very grateful for not only their expertise, but willingness to go above and beyond without having actual work being contracted. Thank you!
Description of Work: Technical assistance over the phone... Incredible.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Paul C.
03/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Todd showed up on time and performed all services in a timely manner. Two outlets in three hours. Price was about $140.00 an hour.
Description of Work: Added two electical 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
$432

STACY C.
03/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Hardt electric was very responsive from the get-go. I had contacted a few electrical contractors and was turned down because my job was small. Todd from Hardt replied right away and gave me some great recommendations for local vendors where I could view and purchase my fixtures. Once I purchased my fixtures, my job was quickly scheduled. Peter the electrician doing my work came right on time and went to work. He was able to install the new electrical line and switch and 2 of my lights are operational. Unfortunately the light vendor didn't tell me I might need connectors for the other under cabinet lights (and I didn't ask) so those had to be ordered. But I will be able to complete that minor work on my own.
Description of Work: Installed wiring so new LED under cabinet lights could be hardwired to a switch on the wall Installed new wall switch Installed lights under cabinets

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
$350

JOSEPH H.
03/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Jumper was removed and everything went as planned.
Description of Work: Removed bonding jumper from 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
$150

Jourdan L.
02/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
I contacted Todd who responded promptly. We set up an appointment for 8 am. He sent Pete who arrived literally on the dot at 8 am. He got everything done in 3.5 hours and was extremely nice. He also explained what he was doing and was very helpful. I would highly recommend Hardt.
Description of Work: Installed 3 light fixtures, 3 ceiling fans, and a New thermostat for my heated floors.

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
$497

NEAL D.
02/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent. Todd arrived on time, he poked around to determine whether the floor outlet was wired from the wall or if the conduit was run through the floor. Upon finding that the conduit ran through the floor, he explained that the job could be done, but would require several hours of work chipping out concrete s even permitted by the condo association. He replaced the malfunctioning outlet and switch with no problem.
Description of Work: He replaced a malfunctioning outlet and switch and he examined an outlet set in a concrete floor to determine the feasibility of moving it to the wall.

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
$144

Kathy C.
02/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
After viewing photos, Todd thought he could do the repair, but when he arrived he realized he'd need more equipment. He figured out a way to do0 it when no one else could. He also surveyed the rest of the apartment and suggested some modest fixes. Great guy, great and timely service.
Description of Work: Accomplished what three others claimed they could not, reaching a seemingly inaccessible spot over a staircase to restore lighting.

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
$338

Daniel F.
01/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Everything went well. Todd was very professional, knowledgeable, courteous and thorough. He also spoke to the electrical supply house where we purchased the under-cabinet lights to work out what we actually needed since the supply house had sold us something we couldn't use, then came back the following day to install the lights once we had exchanged them.
Description of Work: Installed hanging pendant lights over kitchen sink, replaced a basement light fixture, replaced under-cabinet lights in 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
$800

Contact information

4909 N Elston Ave., Chicago, IL 60630

http://www.hardtelectric.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
ECC29947-32
Trade License Authority
City of Chicago

Eco-friendly Accreditations

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

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Electrical,
Lighting

FAQ

Hardt Electric Inc is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Hardt Electric Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Hardt Electric Inc does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, Hardt Electric Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Hardt Electric Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Hardt Electric Inc offers emergency services.
No, Hardt Electric Inc does not offer warranties.
Hardt Electric Inc offers the following services: Budget dollar amount evaluation over the phone, In-person fee based estimates Our customers experience a master electrician's knowledge of diagnosing, trouble shooting, solving electrical issues, with optimal results. Renovation, Remodel or Brand New Electrical work. Our Customers are given years of knowledge to simplify the decision making process.
Free in-person Estimates

Contact information

4909 N Elston Ave., Chicago, IL 60630

http://www.hardtelectric.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed