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Hotwire Co

Stereo and Home Theater Systems, Electrical, Home Automation,

About us

HOTWIRE CO. ''You Hire We Wire" Hot wire Co. is family own company. Our 13 Years experience specializing in low voltage is exactly what your home or business needs! We work hard to keep our company name in High Level. Our main priority is costumers 100% satisfaction! We are here for you! "We use Angie's List to assess whether we're doing a good job keeping valued customers like you happy. Please visit AngiesList.com/Review/6305538 in order to grade our quality of work and customer service.

Business highlights

24 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Residential & Commercial Phone systems install,service,Home phone repair,Network installation and troubleshooting Flat Panel TV,Home theater, Internet, Alarm, Door Access, Intercoms,Voice and Data network Cabling,Central Vacuum System and many more...

Services we don't offer

remodeling and painting

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
PayPal

Photos of past projects

Reviews

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


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 51-75 of 91 reviews

John S.
10/2017
5.0
home theater design, internet service, cable tv service
  + 1 more
Timely service with a good price.
Description of Work: Cable Wiring

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

Shadee S.
06/2017
5.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
Excellent work
Description of Work: He put in my cameras and access point

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

Kimberly O M.
06/2016
5.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
unknown

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

Robert B.
06/2015
5.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Chris S.
05/2015
1.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
unknown

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

$400

Patricia H.
10/2013
5.0
home automation
  + -1 more
I called and spoke to Peter before I purchased the deal because I wanted to be sure they would be able to not only ensure everything was hooked up correctly but that he was comfortable training us in the use of everything. He assured me we could get the help we needed, so I bought the deal. Peter and his assistant were on time for our appointment (actually, they were 15 min. early) and set to work immediately. As I suspected, things were not hooked up right (at least I know our problems were not 100% due to our incompetence). They worked very hard to determine how to undo the mess our cable company had created and they hooked up everything correctly. Then they showed my husband and I how to use everything and were very patient as I took notes for future reference. I paid for an extra 1/2 hour of work (that's how messed up everything was), and we are now able to use all of our technology. I couldn't be happier with the experience, and I can highly recommend them.
Description of Work: I purchased Angie's Deal of the Day for two hours of service. We had a lot of technology that we didn't know how to use--blu-ray, DVR, Wii--and I wasn't sure it was even hooked up correctly, so I thought this was a good opportunity to get help.

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
$126.5

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU VERY MUCH!

Ron L.
10/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They got here late because of previous job, but called beforehand to let me know. Once here, they performed their work quickly and professionally.
Description of Work: Replaced a faulty light switch.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

Zhiguo K.
10/2013
5.0
home automation, home theater design
  + 0 more
I had the hotwires to hang two TVs onto the wall. They did an excellent job. The hanging kit for the new 60 inch TV was taken from an old TV that I had. So the screws came with the kit does not fit the new TV. Luckily, Hotwires has many different screws, it took them no time to find the right one for my TV. I also just purchased a home theater system. Hotwires set up the system for me, and points out that the seller did not sent me several speaker wires. I am very happy that I used Hotwire instead of doing it my self. Save me tons of trouble, and possible several trips to HomeDept! If wasn't Hotwire, I would never figure out what went wrong with the Home Theater system.
Description of Work: Hung two TVs onto my wall, hooked up the home theater 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
$99

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

Donald T.
10/2013
5.0
home automation, home security systems
  + 0 more
Peter did an excellent job and he referred me to Safeguard Security and Duke came out to our home and re-set the alarm so his company is now doing our monitoring. They came in at $200.00 less than we were paying before. We are very pleased with Hot Wire and Safeguard Security
Description of Work: Re wired Alarm 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
$99

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

THOMAS D.
10/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
We had purchased a big deal for the service, and it was fine. They were agreeable, pleasant, on time and efficient. They did a good job. There was absolutely nothing wrong with them.
Description of Work: We used Hotwire Co. They handled the wiring for my tvs. They ran the wires through walls and removed them closer to the 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
$99

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

Maria I.
09/2013
5.0
home automation
  + -1 more
It went great. Arrived just as promised at 8AM. Checked out what i wanted done and what other devices were involved. Checked out the type of wall mount I had and type of wall it was to go on (plaster not dry wall). Got his tools and started to work: * removed all devices to a safe place * removed the TV from the TV stand and gave me the old screws to store away with the old TV stand * had me sit at the coach while he lifted the TV to check on its preferred location * had me mark the spot on the wall * connected the brackets to the back of the TV * used a wall stud finder (not sure if that's what that device is called) This took several minutes. * put up the wall mount and used a level device to make sure it was level * cleaned up after drilling in the wall mount ( moved the credenza to clean behind and around it) Used my Hepa vacuum * attached the TV to the wall mount and checked to see if level with level device * attached a longer cord/cable to the air antenna so if needed I could move the antenna to either side of the TV * reconnected devices to the TV (sound bar, disc player, and antenna) * had me check out each device to see if everything was working well. It was and is. After everything was put into place you don't even see the cords. My sound bar is sitting on the credenza and the cords of TV and other devices are hidden behind it. Just as I wanted. I have wi-fi and it works well too. I will surely recommend and use Hot Wire again.
Description of Work: Attached TV wall mount supplied by me. Added more cord/cable to my air antenna cord/cable so I could move the antenna to the other side of the TV if needed. ( I don't have cable) Mounted the TV onto wall mount. Reconnected all devices to the TV. Had me check out each device to make sure of connection and functionality. Cleaned up.

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

Response from Hotwire Co
Thank you!

Teresa D.
09/2013
5.0
electrician, home automation, satellite tv service, home theater design
  + 2 more
From the scheduling of the appointment with Veronica to Peter's on-time arrival, they are a very professional company. Peter's work looks amazing and he is very efficient with his time. He is very knowledgeable when it comes to elecrtical and I will be referring Hot Wire to all my friends.
Description of Work: Rewired electrical outlet, pulled through cable wires, and mounted TV

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

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

Cynthia W.
09/2013
5.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
It was great. He got all of our speakers working and gave us some good suggestions, all for a great price.
Description of Work: Got our speakers up and running, installed a new AV 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
$150

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

MENGJIA H.
09/2013
5.0
cable tv service, home theater design, tv antenna
  + 1 more
Peter is a very professional and friendly. His rate is reasonable. Definetally will refer to my friends!
Description of Work: He mount 2 TV and install couple cat5

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

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

Irene G.
08/2013
5.0
electrician, phone wiring
  + 0 more
I am very satisfied with the work he did. He was very punctual and professional. He made sure I was satisfied with everything he did.
Description of Work: He converted my pull string light fixture to a wall switch. He had to go to the attic on a hot day to drop the line through the wall. He also checked my attic fan to make sure that it was working properly. He replaced my remote control on my ceiling fan and replaced the ballast on my fluorescent fixture in the 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
$132

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

Jeanne G.
08/2013
5.0
home automation, home theater design
  + 0 more
My husband and I are highly satisfied with the service performed yesterday to set-up our audio/visual system. My husband who was home ot meet with the service technician (I was at work) said the tech was very professional, very helpful, and could not have provided a higher level of customer service. I would strongly recommend Hotwire Co. to anyone who needs audio/video installation. I would give Hotwire Co. all As.
Description of Work: They installed an audio/video 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

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU !

Irene G.
08/2013
5.0
electrician, phone wiring
  + 0 more
He was punctual and very professional and did all of the work to my satisfaction.
Description of Work: converted my pull string light fixture to wall switch, replace remote control on my ceiling fan, change ballast on kitchen fixture, checked my attic 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
$232

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

Helen N.
08/2013
5.0
home automation, home theater design
  + 0 more
Peter did a great job. He understood our needs and addressed the problems.
Description of Work: Re-routed speakers. Networked entertainment systems

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

Joann P.
08/2013
5.0
cable tv service, home automation, home theater design
  + 1 more
I found the offer on Angie's List for two hours of professional audio and video labor. My VCR/DVD recorders were hooked up, but I could only play DVD's. Well, five minutesafter paying for the service I received a phone call asking if I had time for the technician to come over. Within 20 minutes Hot Wire had arrived, listened to what I needed, and set to work. The family room player was set up in no time, and the tech made sure I knew how to work the device. Next we went to the second player. Upon inspection he noticed that my Comcast equipment was old and I was eligible for an upgrade. He called Comcast, got the address of the office, and drove me to Lisle to exchange the equipment. In my opinion, this was above and beyond the call of duty!! When we got home he hooked everything up and again made sure I knew how to use the player. Since I am not mechanically minded, I appreciated his patience in explaining and explaining again how to work the equipment. Anyone needing this service would be crazy not to call HOT WIRE. THEY ARE THE BEST!!!!!!
Description of Work: Hot Wire set up my VCR/DVD recorders and helped update my Comcast equipment.

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

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

DAMAyanty C.
08/2013
5.0
computer repair, office equipment repair
  + 0 more
Peter is very proffessional and knows what he is doing. Great service.
Description of Work: Peter fixed my fax machine line.

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
$85

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

Kerry J.
08/2013
5.0
cable tv service, home automation, home theater design
  + 1 more
Peter was great. He was very flexible, prompt, and professional. He offered great suggestions for how to enhance and streamline what we desired. He was efficient and effective, thus, completing the install a head of the scheduled time allotted. Unfortunately a day after the job was complete, there was a technical failure with the TV, requiring us to take down and return. Peter agreed to return and install the replacement when it was convenient for our schedule. We were very pleased with Peter/Hotwire Co. and would absolutely use them for our next audio install project (man cave).
Description of Work: We used Hotwire Co to install/mount a TV and Cable in the 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
$100

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

Jennika G.
08/2013
5.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
I received a call to schedule service the day after purchasing. They were able to schedule my preferred time, which was later that week. On the day of the job, Peter showed up right on time. We walked through the work (setup 2 speaker systems and mount the TV, plus move the Wii & XBox down into the rec room) and he let me know ahead of time that it would be probably 4 hours of work total. I already expected it would take longer than the 2 hours included with the $99 deal I bought, so I was ok with that. 6.5 hours later the job was finished. It went 2 hours longer than estimated and I didn't think it should have taken so long, but he was busy the whole time! Overall, Peter did a great job with the mounting and hiding all speaker wire. He didn't charge us for the extra half hour nor any of the supplies he used (wall plates or speaker wire). My husband was VERY happy with the sound in both rooms and I was happy with the appearance - all wires hidden. Overall a great job. We paid $75/hour for 4 hours plus the original $99 deal I bought. It was worth the money. The only suggestion I have is when scheduling the job Hotwire should tell customers what equipment/supplies required. I didn't realize I had to buy the wall mount for the TV ahead of time, and didn't know how much speaker wire I should have on hand. Peter had enough speaker wire for the job, and luckily I called the morning of to ask about the mount, so I was able to run out and buy one before they showed up. It would be good to know ahead of time what we'll need to have on hand.
Description of Work: Mounted 46' flat screen TV, installed 2 speaker systems (living room and rec room). For the living room, mounted 2 speakers as well. In the rec room connected DVD, VCR, Wii, XBox through the receiver.

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
$399

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

Sam G.
08/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Peter was very professional. Arrived on time. Finished the job quickly. Also ran a cable through the wall at no additional charge! Would highly recommend.
Description of Work: Connect ethernet from basement through crawl space to 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
$99

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

DAMAyanty C.
03/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Overall I A+ will use again..
Description of Work: Very professional and puctual. Price was very competitive.

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

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

Patrick K.
07/2011
5.0
cable tv service, computer repair, home automation, landline phone service, internet service, phone repair, phone wiring
  + 5 more
Really nice guy and great service. He came by once to take a look at the project, then scheduled a date to do the work. He arrived on time and worked quickly (which was nice because I was being charged on the hour). I'm very pleased with the service.
Description of Work: Peter came and wired my house for cable, telephone and speakers. I was doing a home renovation project so I knew enough to put the wires in the wall before putting up drywall. He connected everything together and straightened out my "data hub" in my laundry room where all of the internet jacks, telephone wires and cable come together with my cable input. He had all of the parts and charged me based on the hour plus supplies.

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

Response from Hotwire Co
THANK YOU!

Contact information

9320 Menard Ave, Morton Grove, IL 60053


Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Licensing

Insured
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Service Categories

Stereo and Home Theater Systems,
Electrical,
Home Automation,
Internet Service,
TV Service - Cable,
Phone Service - Landline,
Phone Wiring,
Computer Repair,
TV Service - Satellite,
TV Antenna,
Home Security Systems,
Phone Repair

FAQ

Hotwire Co is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Hotwire Co accepts the following forms of payment: Check,PayPal
No, Hotwire Co does not offer free project estimates.
No, Hotwire Co does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Hotwire Co does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Hotwire Co offers emergency services.
Yes, Hotwire Co offers warranties.
Hotwire Co offers the following services: Residential & Commercial Phone systems install,service,Home phone repair,Network installation and troubleshooting Flat Panel TV,Home theater, Internet, Alarm, Door Access, Intercoms,Voice and Data network Cabling,Central Vacuum System and many more...
remodeling and painting

Contact information

9320 Menard Ave, Morton Grove, IL 60053


Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM