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Current Electrical Contractors Inc

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

About us

Current Electrical Contractors is a full-service electrical contracting firm providing expert residential, commercial and industrial electrical installations throughout the Chicago area and along the North Shore, including Evanston, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park, Northfield, Lake Forest, Glenview & Northbrook. Satisfaction Guaranteed. No Project is Too Big or Too Small. Additional email - jim@currentelect.com. Additional DBA - Current Electrical Contractors.

Business highlights

34 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Electrical Service - Landscape Lighting, Lighting, Wiring, Chandelier Installation, Circuit Breaker Service, Computer Network Wiring, Doorbell Installation, Electric Car Charging Stations, Generators, Electric Floor Heating Installation & Repair, & Kitchen & Bathroom Electrical Remodeling.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.939 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
90%
4
8%
3
3%
2
0%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.7
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-25 of 39 reviews

Jeffry D.
07/2019
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
I had a ceiling fan and pendant light which stopped working after a power shut off in my building for maintenance. I I called them Thursday and made an appointment for Monday. "Ovi" was on time (slightly early) and was able to diagnose the problems and repair them within two hours (including a trip to Home Depot to purchase a part). Another company had suggested I be ready with a new fan and light and told me there would be a 3 hour minimum charge.
Description of Work: Ceiling Fan and Pendant light repair

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

Kathie S.
03/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
It went very, very smoothly. They were our best contractor during our project. They were on time, they were polite, they were clean, and they did a good job. They worked in the condo on several different days. They always explained what they were doing, and always asked me if I had a preference as to which way they should set something up.
Description of Work: They removed old light fixtures, roughed in some new ceiling fixtures, ran cable lines for our computer, put in some new wall switches and dimmers, and installed some conduit on ceilings of a condo where we were not allowed to drill into the cement.

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

Heather S.
07/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Robert and Julian were wonderful to work with. They were knowledgeable and fast, and Current's hourly rate was very fair for the quality and speed of work compared to other electrician's we'd hired. Several of the fixtures they were working with required complicated assembly of delicate glass, and they were careful and thorough at every step. When they encountered a challenge around installing one of the fixtures, they were quick to suggest solutions and with a trip to the hardware store, the fixture was installed. When we realized that we didn't like the quality of light of the pendant lights we'd chosen above the kitchen island, they removed them carefully enough that the lighting vendor would take the return. We'll be rehiring them to complete other electrical projects for us in the very near future. Happy to now have them as our go-to electricians.
Description of Work: Removal and installation of nine lighting 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
$1,600

Sarah C.
09/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Installed new electrical pole to attach fan to. Did an awesome job! Got it all done fast! They also cleaned up entire area of work. Best part is that the fans are working spectacular. I am in the process of getting them back to do more work!
Description of Work: Installed three ceilings 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
$450

Dontrey B.
06/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They're wonderful. I've worked with them several times. They're primarily the only electricians we use now.
Description of Work: For our electricians, we work with Current Electrical. I had a major electrical part.

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

Peter H.
04/2015
3.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Bart showed up on time. And he checked the panels and cans to ensure the correct voltage. He then replaced/screwed in the bulbs (something I could do) which took 2 hours and $210; he thought maybe they were in too tight. About a week later all my bulbs burned out again so the root cause was not resolved. I called Current Electrical at which time I discussed that my issue wasn't resolved and she stated (laughing a little bit) let me take your credit card to pay for the current bill and then I'll have the head electrician call. I've never received any follow-up from them and unfortunately they did not resolve my current issue.
Description of Work: In my basement, I have lights that burn out on a bi-weekly basis. Therefore, I had an electrician come and check that it wasn't power surges.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
5.0

$210

STAVRULA G.
03/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They were great. Will definitley use them in the future.
Description of Work: They fixed the fuse box, and replaced lightbulbs

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
$130

Edward R.
10/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Great job. On time, very helpful, and cleaned up all beyond my expectations!
Description of Work: 1) one new box center of dining table and of fixture. 2) one new center box over kitchen sink. Install of 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
$825

Bonnie J.
09/2013
5.0
ceiling fans, electrician, lighting
  + 1 more
This is the second time I have used this company. I an thrilled! Was punctual, immediately put down floor protection, shoe protection, cleaned thoroughly after each installation was completed and kept me informed of proceedings.
Description of Work: Installed three new exhaust fans and checked 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

Christopher T.
06/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Tom was early to arrive, which was good given the assignment, he switched out 15 new dimmers for old dimmers/or switches. Tom was great at explaining the most complex aspects of the job also.
Description of Work: 1) F/I 15 CL Diva dimmers 2) F/I 1 new door bell chime kit. 3) Troubleshoot masterbedroom fan/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

Daniel D.
04/2013
5.0
ceiling fans, electrician, lighting
  + 1 more
It went fantastic. Tom and Bob were 100% professionally accurate and solved our wiring dilemma. It was a difficult job and they handled the problem with care and accuracy. I'd definately re-hire Current Electric for job and job I'd need.
Description of Work: 1.F/I New center box in place of Resess can. Hang O/F fixture. 2. F/I one new bathroom fan/light in existing location 3. F/I one new GFCI opening in master bathroom.

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
$1,250

Kendall F.
03/2013
5.0
lighting
  + -1 more
Got the job done in an efficient amount of time. Friendly and productive during the time he was here.
Description of Work: Switched multiple light bulbs in our 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
$65

Pauline S.
02/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
excellent, very professional, we would definitely use them again
Description of Work: the fixed multiple small electrical issues we have been storing up with lights inside and out

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

JOHN B.
02/2013
5.0
lighting
  + -1 more
Tony was on time and very easy to work with!
Description of Work: 1) Install two o/f fixture in two locations. 2) Remove old 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
$210

John B.
02/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Went great. They said 2 days and it was 2 days.
Description of Work: We had all of our florescents upgraded to new energy efficient ballasts and bulbs.

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
$4,000

Tom G.
01/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Arrived promptly and diagnosed our issue quickly. Was pricey for simply troubleshooting, but professional. I'd call them again.
Description of Work: Troubleshoot issue with upstairs circuit breakers.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$105

paul P.
12/2012
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
> I got the referral from my daughter who used the company last spring. They liked the company very much. >Disconnected and removed existing track lightening, installed 6 new eyeball in ceiling light fixtures. Replaced two old recessed lights with two new eyeball fixtures. All lights were rewired and dimmers added. Our ceiling was 3 inch plaster so it was quite a task for installation. Very professional, efficient and extremely good clean up upon completion. >Very impressed with the company for the quality of work. Used Current electric again (11/30/12) for converting 15 amp circuits to 20 amp circuits and they did another outstanding job. >
Description of Work: >Disconnected and removed existing track lightening, installed 6 new eyeball in ceiling light fixtures. Replaced two old recessed lights with two new eyeball fixtures. All lights were rewired and dimmers added. Our ceiling was 3 inch plaster so it was quite a task for installation. Very professional, efficient and extremely good clean up upon completion. >Very impressed with the company for the quality of work. Used Current electric again in December for converting 15 amp circuits to 20 amp circuits and they did another outstanding job. >> Very impressed with the company for the quality of work. Used Current electric again (11/30/12) for converting 15 amp circuits to 20 amp circuits and they did another outstanding job.

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
$1,985

John B.
12/2012
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Smooth, smooth , smooth. Fast, reliable and honest.
Description of Work: Most recently we had Current look at an electrical problem with a pump we have. In the past we have used them for many different items and we have always been very happy with how fast they respond and how quickly the work is performed.

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

Una P.
12/2012
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Tom was early and respectful of the request and he was here at requested time. Gave us suggestions without feeling pressured into doing anything major.
Description of Work: 1. Troubleshoot dimmer and turning off. F/I new dimmer to replace broken one. 2. F/I new dimmer in existing location.

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
$184.24

Ellen E.
11/2012
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
I have been using Current Electric for years! They consistently provide aboveboard service. They are on time, polite, knowledgeable, respectful of my home and they do great work. I would highly recommend Current Electric for all your electrical needs!
Description of Work: I had several electrical jobs I needed to have done -- some work in the kitchen and some work in our master 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
$500

Rosanna M.
10/2012
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
My only complaint, but not insignificant: We have a light fixture in our master bedroom that has not been working properly. I asked Current to look at it; their technician basically said he couldn’t figure it out, had no recommendations or other resources to turn to, and left me on my own to fix it. That therefore left me on my own to find someone else to deal. I did not see them as a problem solver versus doing the routine work, which they did do, they did, professionally and punctually. Again, I would hire them for routine work, not for hard, problem-solving work.
Description of Work: Current was, for me, essentially a subcontractor on a larger rehab job, so it had multiple tasks. That said, it was not a business I chose (again, as a sub).

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

10/2012
4.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
They were fine. Lately, they are a little expensive but the service is good.
Description of Work: They've done some electical work for us and they worked on some outside lights.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

SANDRA N.
09/2012
5.0
ceiling fans, electrician
  + 0 more
Everything turned out very, very well. They do really excellent work.
Description of Work: They've done a number of things here. They installed some outlets; the most impressive thing they did was install a Casablanca ceiling fan installed in the living room. I got other estimates and options from other electricians. The other companies told me they would have to put holes in the sides of the wall into the ceiling and also drill holes into the ceiling to run the electrical lines. It would have been so much more money and destruction. Current Electric drilled one single hole in the ceiling and there was no destruction what-so-ever. They also put in a wall electric heater 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

JANE O.
09/2012
4.0
lighting
  + -1 more
I really liked it. They were on time. They did the work when they said they would do it,which is unusual these days. I think they were very fair as far as their price went.
Description of Work: They put in landscaping lights. They were more creative, more so than I thought.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Rex B.
02/2012
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
The electrician came promptly at the scheduled time, diagnosed our problem, and installed a new socket quickly, professionally, and efficiently. Every job they have done for us has likewise been professional and efficient. Although this was a relatively simple job, we would trust them (and have in the past) to do more complicated electrical work in our home.
Description of Work: We have used Current Electrical to do a number of small to medium jobs in our home. This time, they came to repair an outdoor light bulb socket.

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
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Contact information

1946 Lehigh Ave Ste D, Glenview, IL 60026

http://www.currentelect.com

Service hours

Monday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

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,
Ceiling Fans,
Cabinet Refacing and Refinishing,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
TV Antenna,
General Remodeling,
Heating and Air Conditioning,
Flooring Sales and Installation

FAQ

Current Electrical Contractors Inc is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Current Electrical Contractors Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
Yes, Current Electrical Contractors Inc offers free project estimates.
Yes, Current Electrical Contractors Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Current Electrical Contractors Inc does not offer a senior discount.
No, Current Electrical Contractors Inc does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Current Electrical Contractors Inc offers warranties.
Current Electrical Contractors Inc offers the following services: Electrical Service - Landscape Lighting, Lighting, Wiring, Chandelier Installation, Circuit Breaker Service, Computer Network Wiring, Doorbell Installation, Electric Car Charging Stations, Generators, Electric Floor Heating Installation & Repair, & Kitchen & Bathroom Electrical Remodeling.

Contact information

1946 Lehigh Ave Ste D, Glenview, IL 60026

http://www.currentelect.com

Service hours

Monday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM