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James J Carleton Electric

4.9(
213
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Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

... +3 more

About us

4 employees. No subs, Cost are determined by an hourly rate. License Numbers: E50621 and A20026.

Business highlights

23 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered
Eco Friendly

Services we offer

Electrical.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Senior Discount

5%

Emergency Services
Yes

Accepted payment methods

Check
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.9213 Reviews
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Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
87%
4
3%
3
1%
2
3%
1
7%
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.9
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Showing 176-200 of 213 reviews
HILARIE C.
09/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
he's now on my speed dial.
Description of Work: had a problem with a hard wired smoke detector in a rental and not only did james carleton answer the phone himself, he sent his team to help me a few hours later. this was in the midst of early september and new rentals all over the city.
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
CAROLANN B.
08/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Very professional.
Description of Work: ceiling fans in two bedrooms were installed, wiring had to be run for each. A new bathroom exhaust fan with ceiling light also installed.
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
Stephen N.
07/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The job came out perfect.
Description of Work: He installed a service for an electrical car charging system on one of my properties. He had to extend a disconnect handle in my garage with wiring and labor
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
$2,096
Maria I.
06/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent.
Description of Work: 3 lights and moved one light to a other room. Garrett is proficient, and had to go to the electrical store for a few things that the boxes didn't have that were necessary due to the house. Glad to get these fans in. Upgraded the bathroom fan to a respectably one with higher power. An improvement for the house. Very thankful.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$698
GAIL W.
05/2016
3.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: He did not show up or call after making the appointment
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
william B.
03/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: He did a terrific job troubleshooting a problem and fixing it. Took the time to do some additional small jobs which he had not anticipated. Very professional.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Annika T.
02/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Jim and his team have done work at both our old and new house. | |Recenctly, in addition to replacing some existing fixtures, they fixed an ongoing issue from a previous electrician. Our brand new ceiling had never worked properly. Jim's team rewired the switch and fan and now it works perfectly. | |I will always call on them for any electrical issues or new projects.
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
Jennifer D.
11/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Date of Services: 11/18/15 and Cost of Services $125.00
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Rhonda M.
09/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Small business owner, very responsive and great work ethic. Very professional and friendly.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Tashia E.
08/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: rewired kitchen Great work
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
Eileen V.
07/2015
1.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: He never returned our calls. This seems to be a huge problem for all providers on Angie's List because they get inundated with work and are not available.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0
Response from James J Carleton Electric
Hello {member name removed} We apologize for not getting back to you sooner for your request of electrical work. We always try our best to return all calls for our Angie List members. With such damage this past winter, many additional calls have been coming in for repair work on properties. There is no excuse and will make it our priority to make prompt return calls. Again thank you for your interest in using our Company For your electrical needs. James J Carleton. James J Carleton Electric
Anthony J.
03/2015
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
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
Robin G.
01/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -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
$150
Marjory B.
09/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Hardworking, punctual and pleasant. Removed knob and tube wiring and rewired condo unit.
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
joseph C.
08/2014
2.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
Robin H.
05/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: James installed track and recessed lighting in my studio in an older building. The job required some creative workarounds and everything went beautifully. I couldn't be happier with the work and I can't recommend James highly enough. He would be my absolute first choice for any future electrical work.
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
nancy L.
10/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: James Carleton Electric redid the wiring for my kitchen renovation. They do excellent neat work, crew are knowledgeable and friendly, work was scheduled and done quickly. James is very good to work with.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Thomas G.
10/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Great job!
Description of Work: Low voltage Thermostat connection
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
Barbara F.
07/2013
2.0
electrician
  + -1 more
See above.
Description of Work: I received a very prompt response to my initial email. However, the provider did not follow through and contact me as promised.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
3.0
Justin L.
06/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
AWESOME!
Description of Work: Highly recommend this company! Installed a ceiling fan, interior and exterior light fixtures. Work was completed within a week of initial contact. Workmanship was beyond expectation. Will be definitely using them for future electrical work.
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
Virginia M.
10/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Great service
Description of Work: We hired Jim based on positive Angie's List reviews and could not have been happier with the service. We hired him to install an outdoor light with a timer. He was on time, courteous, professional and just an all around pleasant guy. We expected it to be a four hour job, he was done in two and the price was incredibly reasonable. We are happy to have found Jim and will definitely use him again for any electrical needs.
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
MARSHA M.
10/2005
1.0
electrician
  + -1 more
THE REPRESENTATIVE CALLED AND SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT, BUT HE NEVER SHOWED OR CALLED TO CANCEL. ALSO, I CHECKED AROUND THEIR PRICES ARE HIGHER THAN THE MARKET.
Description of Work: THEY WERE SUPPOSE TO PERFORM SEVERAL BASICS SERVICES SUCH AS REPAIRING LIGHTS, PUTTING IN A CEILING FAN, AND ETC.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
1.0
$95
SUSAN F.
08/2005
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
THE WHOLE EXPERIENCE WAS EXCELLENT. I CALLED ON A WEEKEND TO GET AN ESTIMATE; RETURNED CALL ON MONDAY MORNING. CAME OUT THE NEXT DAY TO GIVE AN ESTIMATE. STARTED THE FOLLOWING MORNING AND FINISHED IN TWO DAYS. QUALITY WORKMANSHIP AND EFFICIENT. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEM AND WOULDN'T HESITATE TO USE THEM AGAIN.
Description of Work: UPDATED AND REWIRED TWO BEDROOMS AND KITCHEN IN MY RENTAL APARTMENT; UPDATED SMOKE AND HEAT DETECTORS; ADDED CABLE AND TELEPHONE LINES.
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
$1,500
Liz C.
04/2005
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
JAMES WAS ABLE TO PROVIDE ME WITH A QUOTE THE NEXT DAY AFTER I CALLED HIM. HE MET ME ON TIME AND PROVIDED A COMPETITIVELY PRICED QUOTE. ULTIMATELY, THE WORK WAS DONE BY A CONTRACTOR THAT THE SELLER OF THE HOUSE HIRED.
Description of Work: I ASKED JAMES FOR AN ESTIMATE ON UPGRADING SERVICE FROM 60 TO 100 AMPS.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
LIL S.
09/2003
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
VERY GOOD EXPERIENCE. HAS DONE EXTENSIVE WORK, AND IS PROFESSIONAL. NEAT, TAKES THE TIME TO UNDERSTAND YOUR WISHES. DONE WELL WITHIN THE EXPECTED TIME FRAME, STAYED ON BUDGET. GREAT COMMUNICATOR REGARDING EXPECTATIONS. WORKED WELL WITH BUILDING INSPECTOR. WILL SOON BE A CERTIFIED MASTER ELECTRICIAN, ONLY USES HIGH QUALITY MATERIALS
Description of Work: INSTALLED LIGHT SWITCH PLATES, MAJOR REWIRING, WILL BE INSTALLING 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
$2,275

Contact information

PO Box 241, Boston, MA 02127

www.carletonelectric.net

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Licensing

Insured
Licensed*

Trade License Number
20026
Trade License Locale
MA
Trade License Authority
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Trade License Expiration
07/31/2022
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,
Stereo and Home Theater Systems,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Handyman Services

FAQ

James J Carleton Electric is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

James J Carleton Electric accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, James J Carleton Electric offers free project estimates.
Yes, James J Carleton Electric offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, James J Carleton Electric does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, James J Carleton Electric offers emergency services.
No, James J Carleton Electric does not offer warranties.
James J Carleton Electric offers the following services: Electrical.

Contact information

PO Box 241, Boston, MA 02127

www.carletonelectric.net

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM