Clar Electric Inc

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

About us

We have been in business since 1986 and we specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, troubleshooting, lighting, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, EV/Electric Charging Stations, and more! We are an award winning company located in Schaumburg, IL. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

Business highlights

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

Services we offer

Electrical services, repairs, installs, troubleshooting, lighting, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, EV/Electric Charging Stations, and more!

Services we don't offer

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Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
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MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9876 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
95%
4
2%
3
1%
2
1%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.9
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
5.0

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Showing 476-500 of 876 reviews

Sarah H.
05/2012
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
I contacted Clar Electric to request a quote for installing recessed lighting in our kitchen. Jamie Clar returned my call quickly. We set up a time for him to stop by to estimate the project. He showed up as scheduled. He gave me some great suggestions as to what type of recessed lighting would work well in my kitchen. I received the project proposal by email that evening. The price was right on target, very fair. The installation was scheduled for May 4th at 8AM. Throughout this process Jamie was very responsive to any questions I had. May 4th, Phil and Tom, with Clar Electric, arrived on time. They were friendly, professional, and neat. Drop cloths were used to protect the kitchen surfaces and floor. They came up with a great layout for the six recessed lights. The quality of the work they did was excellent. The new lighting is fantastic! Our once dark kitchen is now bright and cheerful. I am extremely pleased with the new lighting and how smoothly the project went. I would recommend Clar Electric to anyone with lighting or electrical needs.
Description of Work: Installed 6 recessed lights 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
$690

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the great report. It was a pleasure doing business with you.

JAMES C.
04/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
This is my third experience with Clar Electric, and once again Jamie did not disappoint. He is reliable, trustworthy (I wasn't even home when he started this work) and straightforward when it comes to any questions that I have about what should be done. He even provided guidance about how I should maintain the gutter heating cable that the previous owner of our home left us with and that I should ask a roofer to inspect the cable. I never want to take any shortcuts with something as important as the electrical work I have done on my house, and Jamie wouldn't allow that to happen. Thanks again Jamie.
Description of Work: Jamie replaced one outdoor receptacle with GFI and cover. I originally requested that three receptacles be replaced with GFI, but he assured me that it would be unnecessary for two of the receptacles and doing so would only cause more problems than anything else. Once again, Jamie was upfront and honest about the work that needed to be 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
$75

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the continued business & it's always a pleasure working with you.

Lisa F.
04/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Jamie called me back witin 5 minutes and asked me questions and was able to determine that it was a faulty fixture, not wiring in the house. I was grateful to save the time and trouble of a visit and appreciated his prompt response to my inquiry. He was very nice and professional too.
Description of Work: I was was worried that our house might have electrical issues and left Jamie a message asking if we could schedule an appointment.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you very much for taking the time to post this nice report. Glad I could help.

PETER K.
04/2012
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
Excellent experience. Jamie responded to my inquiry faster than I ever imagined. Very good company, courteous,and professional. The two electricians who came to my home were considerate, and neat which I really appreciate. They cleaned up after the job was completed. I would use this company again in a heartbeat. Jamie the owner runs a quality company.
Description of Work: I called Clar Electric to replace 2 celing fans. I also asked them to examine a faulty outlet and an archaic timer controlling lights outside my garage. They repaired all my requests.

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
$293

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you very much for the compliments. It was a pleasure doing business with you.

J S.
04/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
We were having a problem with an outlet. We called Jamie to make an appointment. It was late on Monday night. He called back promptly to say he was finishing up a job and could be over shortly. He arrived about 20 minutes later and had the problem fixed in no time. He felt the repair was minor and did not charge us. Because of his work ethic, Jamie fixed the problem in a timely fashion, and saved us from having to take time off of work.
Description of Work: Jamie fixed wiring in an 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

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the report & the continued business.

Kamala U.
04/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Jamie came out to provide an estimate, and determined it would be best to lay a new line instead of digging up the driveway to repair the old line (which was build using old materials anyway). He then returned a week later with a couple guys to do the work. They dug a channel in our yard for the electrical conduit, laid it in, had the inspector check it out, and then replaced the dirt and grass. Everything went according to plan and we haven't had any issues. Jamie is very polite and professional, which I appreciated, and so were his guys. No surprises, and everything on schedule.
Description of Work: Laid in underground conduit between house and garage for garage power, after our power failed in garage.

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

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thanks so much for the nice report. We enjoyed working with you & look forward to doing business with you in the future.

JAMES C.
04/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Jamie is great to work with. An honest, professional tradesman from start to finish. I used Jamie previously to do some work on my condo. That experience was so positive that I didn't consider using anyone else to have the electrical work updated on my new home. It's comforting to know that you can find individuals like Jamie who quickly earn your trust. I now consider Jamie my go-to guy for all things electrical and won't consider using anyone else going forward.
Description of Work: Updated several outlets to be GFI protected, fixed wiring issues in multiple outlets and put garage wiring into a code-compliant conduit. Jamie and his team effectively fixed all electrical issues (and then some) that were identified on my inspection report when purchasing the home.

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
$900

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you so much for the great report. It was nice working with you & thanks for the continued business.

Barrett R.
04/2012
5.0
electrician, lighting, outdoor lighting
  + 1 more
Jamie Clar is delightful to work with. He is a fount of knowledge on a variety of topics. I found that I could discuss a number of other issues with him, and he gave excellent advice. He immediately sizes up a situation, perceives problems, as well as their solutions. The work went exactly as he had explained it; his crew was punctual, clean, professional. In the past, I had used other firms that were also highly rated, but found that all too often, a successful firm grows beyond its ability to maintain quality, by hiring help without the same standards as the original folks. Clar Electric is not like this; it is deliberately kept small, with a very few well chosen individuals to maintain quality. A real find for electrical work.
Description of Work: Free estimate, written estimate, installation of electrical light timers, conversion of outmoded electrical boxes, outside fixtures, installation of doorbells, telephone outlet plate.

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
$560

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you very much for the nice detailed report. It was wonderful doing business with you.

Rebecca R.
04/2012
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
The owner, Jamie, and the workers were prompt, professional, clean and very knowledgeable.I am extremely happy with the job that they did and would recommend them to anyone.Thank you so much I am very happy.
Description of Work: As a birthday gift, Jamie and his crew installed six recessed lights in a friend's 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
$600

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the nice report & we look forward to doing business with you in the future.

Deborah G.
03/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They were on time, came prepared, ran out for one part to hardware store but clearly that didn't change the price.
Description of Work: Mr. Clar and his co-worker were very friendly, prompt, quick at answering questions. They were very thorough and cleaned up. I would certainly ask for a quote from them in the future. PS. The only issue --and to be fair none of the electricians from whom I got quotes I got mentioned this--is when they actually came to do the job they realized that something we wanted was actually going to be out of code....but we had had 4 or 5 quotes and no one mentioned this....so then we had to change our plans to be in code but that wasn't their fault...so I now know to ask whether something we want is within code or not....

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
$615

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank for the report & it was a pleasure doing business with you.

Caroline C.
03/2012
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Jamie and his team did a great job. They explained very clearly each step of the process they were doing. Ensured that I knew what they were doing if I approved. For example, the fan in the bathroom would have to be a little off centered due to the where the wood panels were etc. They were very professional and very pleasant to work with.
Description of Work: We had a ceiling light and bathroom fan installed, as well as getting some previous work inspected.

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
$540

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the report & it was a pleasure working with you.

Judy I.
03/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
My Son was trying to install a track for pendant lighting and ran into an issue with not having enough power in the existing wiring. He called Jaime, left a message, and received a call back within a half hour. Jaime said that he would be in the area that morning and would come by to see what the problem was. He called when he was on his way from another job. When he arrived, he was polite and courteous. He looked at the issue, went into the attic and found the problem immediately. He was able to fix everything quickly without causing a mess, even thought there were 3 children eating lunch near where he was working. Within a half hour of arriving, everything was fixed and running properly. THANK YOU JAIME!!!!!!!!! Will definitely call him if there are any other issues and will recommend him.
Description of Work: Not enough power coming in through the existing wires.

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 Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the nice report & it was nice meeting you.

Thomas M.
03/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
This company provided a thorough and detailed estimate, identified and resolved potential issues, worked around our busy schedule (two working parents) for estimate visits, and did hiqh quality and clean work. Communication was great from start to finish. All work was done in a timely manner, well within their estimate. Work was completed with us away from home. A month later, everything is solid.
Description of Work: Replaced service panel with whole-house surge protector and new ground lines, remounted meter, added new line to resolve an overload, ran some new lines for new outlets, and cleaned up some bad junction boxes and outlets.

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
$2,500

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the report & it was nice working with you.

Kristin S.
03/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I had installed a new light ceiling light fixture, and the light would not turn on. Jamie responded promptly to my call, and scheduled an appointment for the following Saturday. He arrived on time, fixed the ceiling light and installed the wall fixtures, and was a pleasure to work with. He was personable and professional, and took care of all of the issues. I will definitely call Clar Electric for all of my future electrical needs.
Description of Work: I had a ceiling fixture wired, as well as three new wall fixtures installed.

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 Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the nice report & it was also a pleasure doing business with you.

Allen G.
03/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I found Clar Electric on Angie's list at 10:30pm at night. I emailed, thinking I'd get a response the next day. Actually, they responded quickly at 11:15pm saying they would call me the next day. They called promtly the next morning, said they would be in the area that afternoon and could do the repair then. He arrived at the specified time and completed the job quickly and accurately. I am very happy with the services performed and will use Clar Electric in the future.
Description of Work: I required a faulty GFCI outlet rewired following a home sale inspection.

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
$90

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the report & it was nice meeting you.

Brian R.
03/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Eveyone showed up on time, the work was done within 90 minutes and no mess was left behind. They even put the old unit in my outdoor trash container with the box going into the recycle bin.
Description of Work: Needed a bathroom exhaust fan/heater/light installed in my small bathroom to replace my old non-working one. Two electricians arrived promptly, in fact I saw them in front of the house waiting 15 minutes prior to the appointment. It took approximately 80-90 minutes to replace the old unit. No surprises and the fan works great. Once finished they asked if I would be home later so that the boss could check the work and collect the payment. The boss also showed up right on time.

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
$275

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the report. It was a pleasure working with you.

Gerald G.
03/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Clar Electric is always professional, on-time, courteous, and high quality work!
Description of Work: Jamie converted an outlet originally for an electric range to one that could be used with a gas range.

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 Clar Electric Inc
Thanks for the great report. It's a pleasure doing business with you.

Peggy D.
02/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Great job! Jamie is great to work with and all went really well.
Description of Work: Update to 100 amp service; install circuit breakers to replace fuse box; replace romex wiring in 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
$1,850

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you very much & you were great to work with also.

Michael D.
02/2012
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Excellent work - Jamie Clar met me on time, then we reviewed the work required. First he repaired an outside light fixture, then replaced 2 more. Inside, we had a closet light fixture that we thought needed replacement. However, Jamie discovered that the real problem is the switch, not the light itself. He quickly repaired that, then fixed another light fixture in our kitchen. All the work was completed in less than 2 hours. We will absolutely call Clar Electric again for any and all electrical work. Jamie was a pleasure - took time to explain and did the work properly. And he was fun to talk with as well!
Description of Work: Clar Electric installed outside light fixtures, repaired outside light fixtures, and installed new light fixtures in a 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

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the report. It was a pleasure doing business with you.

Kimberly M.
02/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
As always, the service that we received from Clar Electric was friendly, prompt and professional. Jamie returned our call within the day and was able to perform the services requested within the week (as it was not an emergency situation). We have used Clar Electric in the past and will continue to do so for future needs.
Description of Work: Clar Electric replaced switch in bedroom and in 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
$122

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the continued business & it is always a pleasure working with you.

Robert L.
02/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
See the report in the services performed
Description of Work: I would highly recommend this Company for your electrical needs. they exceeded expectations with prompt service and high quality work. Great Job! Replaced a few outlets and fixed some electrical items on a home inspection report. They performed work on four different areas at a reasonable price.

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
$151

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the report & it was a pleasure working with you.

MATT C.
02/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They were great. They did all the work professionally and properly. Jamie and his crew were easy to work with, and communicated everything clearly. They even threw in an outlet that I forgot to get for them, a recessed power outlet, and didn't charge me for it. Part of the job - attaching the Cat5e to the wall plate - turned out to be more difficult than it should be, because the wall plate I bought for the Cat5e needed to be manually wired. But again, they didn't charge me extra, even though it took them a lot more time than they had anticipated. No complaints at all, they just did the work. I would highly recommend Jamie and Clar Electric for any electrical work you may need.
Description of Work: Had Jamie and his crew come out to do a handful of small electrical jobs in December of 2011. They did the following: --Add recessed power and F-Coax outlets to a wall for a TV mount --Add recessed power to a second wall for the other TV --Low voltage runs for F-Coax and CAT5e from basement junction box, through crawl and walls to a wall location the next floor up, for components --Fix/replace a GFI outlet on the outside of the house Price above includes all labor, and most parts (I did supply the long lengths of Coax and Cat5 for the low voltage run, one of the recessed outlets, and the Cat5e 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
$570

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the report & it was a pleasure working with you.

Stacy S.
02/2012
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
I called Jamie, left a message and he immediately called me back. He showed for the estimate when he promised and delivered the service earlier than expected. I had a terrible experience trying to get this work done by another electrician, but Jamie came through. I would recommend him to others and would use his company's services again in the future.
Description of Work: Installation of track lighting on 16 foot ceiling.

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
$395

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the business & we look forward to doing business with you in the future. You were a please to work with.

Jennifer M.
02/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
When I first called to inquire about an estimate, I spoke with Jamie who was very pleasant over the phone. We arranged for him to come provide an estimate a few days later. Jamie arrived on time, and was very professional. He was knowledgeble about what I wanted done, and realistic about some issues that may be encountered (primarily due to my concrete ceiling). He was patient and answered all of my questions. I received the quote a few days later (as promised) and scheduled the work. Jamie and team (a total of 3) arrived on the scheduled day and immediately began working on what had been discussed. The team was very professional, and polite. They worked quickly, effieciently and kept the work area clean. I am pleased with all that they did and will definitely use Clar Electric in the future.
Description of Work: I recently moved into a new condo and needed a variety of electrical services: Outlets - added two for convience, one in hall way, the other above the stove for a microwave installation. I also had two outlets replaced with GFI outlets. Light switches for convenience - adding a second light switch at the end of a long hall, fixing an old switch and adding a dimmer. Additionally, I needed light fixtures installed in my hall and dining 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
$1,400

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the business & the report. It was a pleasure working with you.

Rex S.
01/2012
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Very professional and clean. Also they had availability sooner than other electricians I called. Company has a good reputation among people I know. That did come with a noticably higher pricetag than I'm used to from prior work with electricians.
Description of Work: 3 light fixtures and a new power outlet.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the business.

Contact information

302 Pleasant Dr, Schaumburg, IL 60194

http://www.clarelectric.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
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
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
C78041

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Home Security Systems,
Generator,
Roofing

FAQ

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

Sunday: Closed

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

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Clar Electric Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Clar Electric Inc offers free project estimates.
Yes, Clar Electric Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Clar Electric Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Clar Electric Inc offers emergency services.
Yes, Clar Electric Inc offers warranties.
Clar Electric Inc offers the following services: Electrical services, repairs, installs, troubleshooting, lighting, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, EV/Electric Charging Stations, and more!
Don't see your need on our list of services? Give us a call to further discuss your needs!

Contact information

302 Pleasant Dr, Schaumburg, IL 60194

http://www.clarelectric.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
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
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM