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

Don't see your need on our list of services? Give us a call to further discuss your needs!

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Discover
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 1-25 of 876 reviews

Larry C.
08/2024
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Jamie and his crew did an excellent job replacing my electrical panel, redoing/adding kitchen circuits, adding under cabinet lights, and other details that brought my home up to code as part of my kitchen remodel. They knew the local electrical codes around Chicago and its suburbs very well (which are more stringent than most of the rest of the country). I highly recommend them for anyone requiring an electrician in the Chicagoland area.
Description of Work: Upgraded electrical panel with all new AFCI breakers Added/Upgraded multiple house grounding paths Added 2 new 20 amp circuits Upgraded several existing circuits from 15 to 20 amps Replaced receptacles with GFCI 20 amp receptacles. Added dishwasher shutoff Added under cabinet LED lighting Replaced 6 smoke/CO2 alarms to comply with new 2023 state law

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
$5,559

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you very much for the business & the review. It was a pleasure working

john S.
10/2022
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Yes very professional and knowledgeable .
Description of Work: Circuit breaker 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

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

Michael B.
08/2022
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
From discovery, quote, to implementation, Jamie Clar and his team were excellent. They were thoughtful, respectful, and explained everything which was needed. I highly recommend checking in with this business for any of your electrical needs. regards, Michael B.
Description of Work: We had a need to upgrade our pipe and outside ComEd connection to current codes prior to ComEd moving our service line.

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
$2,000

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you very much for the review and the business it was a pleasure working with you.

Michael W.
02/2022
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Jamie helped install an electric car charger, a new heating cable outlet, and light fixture installations in our home. I've been extremely happy with the quality of workmanship and service! Jamie is always responsive no matter what time of day I have questions. I highly recommend Clar Electric for any electrical work that you need!
Description of Work: Heating cable outlet and light fixture installation

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
$1,000

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you very much for the continued business and the review you are pleasure to work with.

Ed N.
08/2021
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Have used Jamie before. He is very accommodating and reasonably price. Will definitely use again for any further electrical needs.
Description of Work: Removed and replaced 8 exterior 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
$225

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you very much for the review & the business.

Steven G.
05/2021
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
It went very well. Jaimie is a 5 star electrician and the only one I will use. He is very good about getting back to you in a reasonable amount of time.
Description of Work: I needed a ceiling fan replaced in my 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
$150

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you very much for the continued business and the review we appreciate it.

Sarah K.
03/2021
2.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Amateur hour. To install the gang boxes they cut 2ft x 2ft holes in the walls of my living room and foyer and 16 holes in my textured ceiling to run the wiring. BX flex conduit is roughly 1/2" in diameter and the smallest hole in the ceiling is 2" wide. Largest is 6" wide. One trench is almost 24" long. The one electrician even snapped 2 chalk lines 20ft long across my ceiling and left them for me to wash off (it's 2021, laser levels are cheap these days). They didn't care about the damage they caused, how much it would cost or who would have to cleanup after them. When setting up the job, Jamie said he had a contact he uses for taking care of the cosmetic repair which he refused to share with me until the job started. This contact is so busy they can't take the job. As one can imagine this also created a huge mess in my home. They used drop cloths but I still spent hours cleaning up the dust and debris after they left. When they showed up the next morning they started by apologizing for the damage and promising they wouldn't do that again today. If I had not already paid for most of the remaining work that was needed I would've just fired them on the spot. Fortunately the rest was very simple so they didn't do any more damage. Why 2 stars you might ask? Because at least it's wired correctly.
Description of Work: Can lights installed, ceiling fan fixture, switch box install

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

$3,000

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the review & the business. Sorry for the misunderstanding but we did explain in advance to another family member in advance about the cutting that would be necessary for this job to be done. Our crew always makes the minimum amount of cutting. We try our best to keep the dust to a minimum. Our crew explained why the cutting was done & why it was necessary. We offered a suggested contractor to make the drywall repairs & this is a contractor we suggest & do not have control over their schedule. The size of the cuts in the drywall for the 4 gang & 5 gang switch boxes was necessary to repipe the boxes & also we squared off the cuts nice & even & also this type of opening is simpler for the drywaller to repair. We also put painters tape as a temporary measure to keep dust from falling.

Patrick F.
03/2021
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Clar Electric was punctual, professional, and did an excellent job. I will certainly turn to Clar Electric for all of my future electrician needs.
Description of Work: Installed 4 flushmount 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
$1,400

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

Matt W.
02/2021
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Overall everything went very well. The cost came in as the lowest of 3 contractors and the quality was good. Some wire jackets (from wire stripping) were left in the ground.
Description of Work: Electrical Panel Change

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the business & the review. It was nice working with you.

Andrew Z.
02/2021
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent. After getting many wild bids for what seemed to be a simple job, I got in contact with Jamie, who explained that this was not as complicated as others made it seem. In fact he came to our home, Changed the wiring in under a half hour, and the results were perfect. Beyond that he is a true gentleman, trying to do the best job he can without "bilking" his customers. I would recommend him in a heartbeat.
Description of Work: electrical Panel work
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

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

Christianna R.
02/2021
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
This is the 2nd time we used Clar Electric. After Jamie completed a job on 01/13/2021, I requested another quote. 02/05/2021: Installed LED mount in coat closet (hard-wired) Installed 7 outlets throughout our 1953 home. Cost: $1900.00 On this visit, I had wanted 3 outlets in the bedroom. The 2-man crew advised that it would be risky on one wall - a danger of drilling to the outside (the way the home's joists are positioned). They suggested adding a quad outlet instead of a dual on an alternate wall. Great solution (although more complicated for them). That helpful problem solving allows me to plug in a lamp, 2 phone chargers and my alarm clock. Perfect. Having added these outlets throughout the home is great. Because the home is older, it was not built for a T.V. in each room, multi-computers, etc. To accomplish this, one crew member must go into the crawl space, while the other person pulls the wire through. While our crawlspace is encapsulated, it is a tight space in some areas and it's a tedious job. Jamie's crew were at our home for 7 hours (Jamie came by the last hour to check the progress) and I felt confident that they were experts. Both jobs were quoted in advanced and I felt as through their prices were fair. While handymen are great for some tasks, I personally feel that there is no substitute for a qualified electrician. I cannot put a price on the safety of our home. I feel in good hands with Jamie and his crew and would use their services again and would recommend Clar Electric to friends and family. My sincere thanks to them. I'm elated to have my closet light illuminate automatically (I'm really happy to simply have a light in that tiny space) and to be rid of all the unsightly extension cords chained together in every room.
Description of Work: Add 7 outlets and install LED mount light in coat 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
$1,900

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

Michael B.
01/2021
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Jamie and his crew were very professional, quick and COVID-19 compliant. They installed a brand new electrical panel and four light fixtures and switches. They showed up on time and cleaned up as they worked. I highly recommend Clar Electric and will definitely use their services again.
Description of Work: Replace electrical panel, install ceiling fan and three overhead 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
$2,500

Response from Clar Electric Inc
thank you very much for the business and the review it was very nice working with you

Joan M.
01/2021
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Jamie was awesome....showed up next day and completed the job!!
Description of Work: Replace electrical outlet
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

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

Christianna R.
01/2021
5.0
electrician, Uncategorized
  + 0 more
Great. Jamie arrived within scheduled window. He replaced a canned light that had cracked in the ceiling tile of our shower. he was careful not to scratch the tub and left the area clean. Another job was aborted because I purchased the wrong product.
Description of Work: Replace cracked canned light in shower

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 business and the review. It was nice working with you.

Ron G.
01/2021
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Found the problem, fixed it, did a great job of explaining what was going on, and what we might need to do going forward. This was the first time we used Clar, and I was very impressed. We'll use them again, and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to others.
Description of Work: Repaired a faulty circuit

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 business & the review. Glad we could help. It was nice working with you.

Kim G.
01/2021
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Jamie Clar was great to work with. Truly deserves "Excellent" in all categories . Will definitely hire Jamie for future projects.
Description of Work: Conversion of outside spa electrical hookup to be an outside 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 very much for the business and the review it was a pleasure working with you

Luis L.
01/2021
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Jamie was very knowledgeable and got the job done quickly, I will definitely be using Clar Electric again.
Description of Work: Repair Outdoor Light & update wiring on controlled receptacles

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
$180

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

Sue P.
12/2020
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Jamie responded quickly to my request for a bid, was at my house within an hour and had the job done in 30 minutes. Also, he did not charge extra for after hour. I would hire Jamie again in a heartbeat!
Description of Work: replace a 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
$135

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the business and the review. It was nice working with you.

Jim B.
12/2020
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I was totally impressed with the work. Jamie completed everything in a very professional manner. He wore a Covid-19 mask. I would hire Clar Electric again in a heart beat.
Description of Work: Install a Ring Floodlight Camera.

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 business and the review. It was nice working with you.

Dean G.
11/2020
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
We sent a message via Angie's List on a Sunday afternoon after a DIY closet light repair went awry. The power was turned off for the closet, but it also connected to the furnace so that was off, too. We asked for an appointment for the Monday. Within minutes, Jamie responded and said he could come out after 4 p.m. and wouldn't charge us emergency rates because his schedule was booked for Monday. We really appreciated that. He quoted us the visit rate of $125 and the hourly rate that applies after the first hour. He said he thought he knew was wrong and the job shouldn't take long. He arrived on time, was masked, and friendly. Jamie got right to work, discovered the problem, which was a short circuited light, and fixed our closet light. We were extremely happy with the work and will absolutely hire again.
Description of Work: A closet light needed fixing

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

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the review & the business. Glad we could help.

Craig S.
10/2020
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Jamie was friendly, knowledgeable, honest and never tried to up-charge us or make unnecessary busy work. I would definitely recommend him. We sent Jamie our home inspection report and he responded quickly. He had the report all thought out when he arrived and ticked off each issue one by one. A total pro.
Description of Work: A handful of small electrical needs from our home inspection, ranging from exposed wires in the attic to a mismanaged fuse box.

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 business & the review. It was very nice working with you.

mary K.
10/2020
5.0
lighting, home security systems
  + 0 more
Jamie provides excellent customer service and has great communication skills. He is very knowledgable and more than willing to answer any of the questions I had and provide recommendations. I would certainly hire his company again for any future work and would highly recommend him to friends and family.
Description of Work: Replaced all smoke detectors, remove & replace bathroom light fixtures, reinstall outside light fixture and install dimmer 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
$265

Response from Clar Electric Inc
thank you very much for the business and the review we appreciate it

Ryan H.
09/2020
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent work and very easy to work with...honest and reliable. Jaime was not pushy on any work and was honest and upfront about what could be done / the cost and let me decide what I wanted to have done.
Description of Work: 200 Amp panel upgrade / EV charger install / Dryer relocation

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

Response from Clar Electric Inc
thank you very much for the business and the review it was a pleasure working with you

Bradley W.
08/2020
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
AAA++++ Jamie came out on a Saturday evening, as the Furnace/AC was losing voltage, and therefore not working. Since there is risk when a circuit is malfunctioning, Jamie offered to visit right away when he heard my wife was concerned of the implications on not having it fixed right away. Jamie met all of the criteria of a stellar provider: - Focused -- came in, discussed issue, performed a few tests, and within 5 minutes was in the panel fixing the issue - Fair -- did not over price his service, even though it was requested and immediately responded to on a Saturday evening - Flexible -- discussed longer term options if the issue arises again; called immediately and discussed the issue on a weekend - Friendly -- explained every step taken and the result in a manner that helped me understand the challenge and the fix - Clean and neat -- managed work area like it was his own home - Safe -- discussed health of home's inhabitants ahead of visit, and he wore mask 100% of time Next time I need service, Jamie will be my first and last call !!!
Description of Work: Troubleshooting an issue with electric supply to furnace

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
$170

Response from Clar Electric Inc
Thank you for the business & the review. Glad we could help.

Stacey W.
07/2020
5.0
electrician, home security systems
  + 0 more
I couldn't ask for better service. I was not expecting to get an electrician to my house so fast. I requested service, and the very next day, Jamie Clar was there, and fixed all of the issues in less than 2 hours. He is easy to communicate with, super friendly and great to talk to. He did an outstanding job, and I give his company the highest marks! He really helped me out in a pinch, because I have a home inspection in two days.
Description of Work: my dishwasher wasn't running and I had a few outlet sockets not receiving power, and my meter in the utility room was missing a grounding jumper wire.

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
$190

Response from Clar Electric Inc
thank you very much for the business and the review glad we could help it was a pleasure working with you

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
State Contractor License Requirements

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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