With over 45 years of experience, Foster Electric, Inc. provides expert electrical services to Northwest Indiana and the South Chicago Suburbs. Need an electrician for any of your residential, commercial or light industrial projects? Ensure that the work will be completed properly and efficiently by allowing us to help. Award winning.
Business highlights
51 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
Light Industrial & Commercial Electrics, Ceiling Fan Installation, Generator Electric Installation & Small Electric Repairs.
OK. The technician was nice, and our situation was complex because of some DIY work done by a previous owner. The tech worked to remedy the issue as best as possible. It was less than good looking when finished. He had to cut the outlet plate and it ended up looking messy enough that we had to caulk it, but it was a tricky job. He did the best he could.
Description of Work: Replace two standard outlets with GFCI, and replace the pull chain fixture in our closet
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
Jennifer J.
06/2015
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
+ 1 more
Great experience. Two workers came out promptly to complete the work. Very professional and courteous. They even took away the old hardware and lights to recycle. All the work was completed in an hour and I thought the price was great for everything they did. I was putting off this project a while and it was great to have it done so easily and efficiently. I will be definitely using them again!!
Description of Work: Installed new kitchen light and a ceiling fan. Also rewired 4 plugs in basement area and garage.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
Cynthia C.
03/2015
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Fred was very polite and prompt. He came out and I told him what I wanted and was prompt in his promise of getting me his proposal. Unfortunately since money was a big issue for us(budget) I accepted a lower bid from another company. But if money wasn't an issue for us we probably would have hired him.
Description of Work: I did not accept this contractors proposal.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Ronald W.
03/2015
5.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
Fantastic. We selected Foster Electric to fix things that a previous electrical contractor had not been able to fix. The biggest problem was diagnosed as a broken ceramic clamp in a 55 year-old electrical panel. The previous contractor was unable to find the source of the problem after several days on the job; and left us with no stove, oven or disposal and extension cords running through the house. Foster diagnosed the problem in less than 15 minutes and did an outstanding job locating the needed part. They also replaced all of the 55 year-old switches, outlets and phone jacks throughout the house. The Foster electricians were very knowledgable and experienced. Couldn't be happier with them.
Description of Work: Repaired a fault in an electrical panel; replaced 50-year old switches, outlets and phone jacks, and installed dimmers.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$900
Madhukar R.
12/2014
5.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
Fred responded promptly and provided a thorough estimate. Jeff arrived at the appointed time. Was very courteous, took time to explain everything, carried out the work in a professional manner. Everything was tested and worked right the first time. Cleaned up very well. I had additional questions about other electrical work in the house and he was an excellent source of information. Honored my request not to wear street shoes inside the house. Our overall experience was wonderful and we will be using this company for additional work.
Description of Work: Replaced a post light, installed a security (motion sensor) light, replaced two lantern style lights on the garage.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$180
Traci P.
10/2014
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
They were great. I think their pricing was a little on the high side, but I find that companies that know what they are doing tend to be a little more.
Description of Work: I used Foster Electric to hook up underground electrical from my garage to an electric fence I had installed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
Daniel F K.
03/2014
3.0
electrician
+ -1 more
work was done but charge was exorbitant. did not supply itemized receipt. Worker made phone call to someone and that someone pulled an amount out of their A** and that was the charge.
Description of Work: connected a wire on a ceiling fan and fixed switch on whole house fan.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
1.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
Patricia L.
10/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
We would highly recommend this company. We realized we had a problem when the lights kept flickering in three rooms. We checked it out on the internet and found that it was likely an indication of a bad circuit breaker in the electrical panel, which could be a potential fire hazard. We called another company first and they could not come out for about 2 weeks. We contacted Foster Electric and they sent Joe and Dave out the same day. They knew exactly what the problem was and had the necessary parts with them to take care of it immediately. They explained everything to us and answered all of our questions. We would definitely use this company again - they were awesome!!
Description of Work: Replaced circuit breaker.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
LORI B.
07/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
I found them on ANGIE'S LIST! I live out of state and needed repairs done in a family home for sale. They were responsive with scheduling, professional, on time, worked several hours in the heat of the attic. Friendly team of electricians who went right to work. Provided detailed invoice. They are excellent.
Description of Work: repaired/replaced all knob and tube wiring in attic; other minor repairs
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$330
Bob M.
06/2013
5.0
ceiling fans
+ -1 more
I had Foster Electric Co Inc remove and install a ceiling fan for me. They were prompt and did a good job.
Description of Work: Foster Electric Co Inc installed a ceiling fan.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$180
Eric R.
04/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Everything was perfect. The town's building inspector had no complaints and gave us passing marks.
Description of Work: Owner came out the same day and gave me an estimate, work started a week or so later. Complete electric upgrade (to code) for a house built in 1952. I had them also add several additional outlets, hang celing fans and light fixtures.
Rating Category
Rating 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
Kirsten B.
03/2013
4.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Two guys arrived 15mins early and were finished before the appointment time. They were very punctual and professional, but they still charged me for an hour's worth of work even though they were done and left my house within 20 mins. The guys were very nice and explained what they did, and I was pleased with everything except the price. I feel as though the hourly rate should be adjusted for the time actually spent on the job.
Description of Work: The electricity mast was pulling away from the siding of the house and needed to be reinforced.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$150
tammy J.
02/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
On time and good job. Two minor issues - the light placement was adjusted because of a joist, but I was not informed of it prior to cutting into ceiling and the clean up afterwards was poor. The adjustement turned out fine, but was just not what i wanted. They didn't charge me for replacing a switch to make up for it.
Description of Work: added recessed lighting and dimmer
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Stephen B.
02/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Foster provided a reasonable bid and completed the job on time and in professional manner. I would highly recommend their work to anyone needing electrical work in the area.
Description of Work: Replacement of Outdated Fuse Boxes
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,400
Sandra L.
12/2012
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
We purchased this home recently and had an outdoor outlet that was not working and the lamp post in front had stopped working. We had tried to replace the outdoor outlet however without success. Foster electric came out and were able to determine what the issue was pretty quickly. Well, come to find out that particular outlet and the lamp post were controlled by the same indoor light switch (which we were unaware of as we had recently purchased the home). So when we replaced the outlet ourselves we needed to reset it and didn't. So no real work or replacement was completed but we were greatful for the education they provided us with! Very Satisfied and would call on them again!
Description of Work: Requested they come out to check on an outside outlet that was no working and the lamp post that had recently stopped working.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
Lee P.
09/2012
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
He was effective and to the point. He did it on time.
Description of Work: He added a light to an outside parking lot.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,150
elena N.
07/2012
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
I was actually pretty happy with them. I might go with their services, but only if I plan to sell the house. It's a family oriented business, I found them to be a very good experience for me. They were very friendly, very courteous, very informative, and very thorough.
Description of Work: They came and gave me an estimate for some upgrades needed in my area.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000
Jennifer S.
06/2012
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Over the weekend I had a breaker flip and it wouldn't turn back on. First thing Monday morning I called Foster and they sent Dave out a few hours later (another company I called couldn't get anyone out here until the next day). Dave showed up, immediately knew to look in the attic, found the burned out wiring and replaced it. He was very friendly and professional even while climbing into the attic on a hot day and getting covered with blown-in insulation, and when he was done he even offered to clean up the insulation that had come down with him. He also gave me a heads-up on a few other potential non-electrical issues he saw in the attic. I was very impressed and will certainly call them again.
Description of Work: Investigated and repaired a short circuit in the house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$180
Stevie H.
04/2012
5.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
What a great team! Joe and Dave were here on time, got the job done in, what I consider record time, no mess the price was fantastic and they also provided a little comedy relief! I will definately be calling Foster Electric again and will be recommending them to everyone.
Description of Work: Outlets put in the bathroom and 5 lights changed out.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$322.1
Jennifer M.
10/2011
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
We were doing some upgrades in our bathroom and decided to contact an electrician to move the wiring for a light fixture to the center of the vanity so we could replace our current lighting. We called on a Thursday. Fred the owner came out to look at the job the next morning at 10:00a.m. and give us an estimate. We were looking forward to working on the project on the weekend. Fred was able to accommodate us by having someone come out and complete the job for us by noon. We really appreciated the prompt service and while our job was very small, we felt it was as important to this company as it was to us. We will definitely use this company again.
Description of Work: The job involved moving some wiring for lighting in our bathroom.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$116
STEVEN P.
09/2011
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
My overall experience with him was excellent. He was fast and accurate and did very good work. He was clean and professional, and he did what he needed to do. I would rate him highly and would use him again in the future if necessary.
Description of Work: I used Foster Electric Inc to add an electrical outlet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Gail R.
08/2011
5.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
The two workers who came were courteous and worked quickly, and they cleaned up after themselves, taking garbage with them. I have used this company in the past and plan to use them again.
Description of Work: A faulty switch was replaced on my garbage disposal, a new switch was installed on a basement light that had previously had a pull string, and several fluorescent ceiling fixtures were replaced.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$287
David H.
07/2011
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
The job went well. They quoted us promptly and did the work professionally. It was a small job but they treated us like we were important
Description of Work: We had them kill two old power lines in the yard from an old swimming pool and dusk to dawn light. They did the job quickly but also explained everything to us.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
Cathlin C.
03/2011
5.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
It took them two days to determine why my power was out, but they did fix it and the guy did look every where. If I need to get any electrical work done - I will call them because I know from experience that they are reliable.
Description of Work: I have used this company twice. Once to install lightening in my bathroom after Rossi Construction screwed everything up and once when half the power in my house disappeared.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Susan P.
02/2011
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
I am not living in the house yet. Everybody told me the quote was really high so I am waiting on another quote so I'll see. They were very prompt and came when they said they would. He was good and I didn't have any complaints. I had other people there at the same time estimating other things.
Description of Work: I got an estimate from Foster Electric to replace the electrical box, install a ground fault interrupter site and relocate an outlet that was in the laundry room away from the water source.
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Service Categories
Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans
FAQ
Foster Electric Co Inc is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Monday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Foster Electric Co Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, Foster Electric Co Inc offers free project estimates.
No, Foster Electric Co Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Foster Electric Co Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Foster Electric Co Inc offers emergency services.
Yes, Foster Electric Co Inc offers warranties.
Foster Electric Co Inc offers the following services: Light Industrial & Commercial Electrics, Ceiling Fan Installation, Generator Electric Installation & Small Electric Repairs.