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Congressional Electric Inc

Electrical, Ceiling Fans, Alterations/Sewing/Decorating,

About us

Additional contact names - Keith Harpster, Kimberly Harpster. Additional e-mails - harjen@congressionalelectric.com, harkei@congressionalelectric.com, harkim@congressionalelectric.com. Additional address - 11081 Bethesda Church Rd, Damascus, Maryland 20872.

Business highlights

57 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Electrical installations, remodels and alterations, home inspections, grounding, fans, lighting, panels, fire and smoke alarm, bucket truck, hot tubs & saunas.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

1.13 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
0%
4
0%
3
0%
2
33%
1
67%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.3
professionalism
1.1
responsiveness
1.1
punctuality
3.3
Showing 1-3 of 3 reviews

Gary S.
05/2012
1.0
electrician
  + -1 more
STAY AWAY FROM THIS COMPANY!!!. This is the worst experience that I have ever had with a contractor. We subsequently called another electrician (David Williams - who I highly recommend) who located the problem as a defective GFCI outlet that for some reason had been used in the bedroom (These are the type of outlet that is typically used in a bathroom or kitchen that has a built-in circuit breaker. Within an hour the problem was taken care of. Mr. Williams said that we did not need a heavy-up.I can't say for sure whether Congressional was dishonest or incompetent. What I can say is the following:1. They wanted to perform an expensive project;2. They used a pressure tactic of a discount if we agreed to the work within 24 hours, which could have discouraged us from seeking a second opinion;3. When I called Jennifer at Congressional Electric related to my experience, she said that she would get pictures from the electrician and would get back to me. She never did so despite my numerous attempts to call her;4. When I followed up withe the Better Business Bureau, they eventually told me that they had sent out inquiries to Congressional but that the company did not respond. THIS IS A HORRIBLE COMPANY!!!!!
Description of Work: We called Congressional because the electricity in one of our bedroom's was not working. After investigating, the electrician (Anthony Berardino) was unable to diagnose the problem. He charged us $223 and said that we would need a heavy-up for $2195. In addition, there would be a charge for wire to feed upstairs at $80/hour plus materials; at a cost not to exceed $750. $200 off if we signed within 24 hours.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
4.0

$223

Oreyemi O.
09/2011
1.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Company was supposed to come and install new outlets to mount a tv in my living room. The initial contact with the company was good, we scheduled a day for the work. On the day they did not show up, I had another contractor coming later that afternoon to mount the tv, so I kept calling them, and even drove to the office. I finally heard from Jennifer the office manager later in the afternoon, she stated that she was in a class and would try to get in touch with the guys who should have been there. She did not call me back that day or the next to explain what happened. I called several times, and sent several e-mails and till today I have never gotten an explanation or an apology for them not showing up, I had to call another electrician to do the job.
Description of Work: Never performed any service.

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


Blaise D.
05/2011
2.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I called to have the company to come out at 5:30 they showed up at 5 and I was not home. I called again to set up a meeting with them and they were suppose to come out at 4:30 they did not show up. Every time that I try and call during their office hours I am unable to get a hold of anyone and just recieve their voice mail. I have been waiting for two weeks to get this job done.
Description of Work: They were coming out to do some repairs, including outdoor flood lights. The detector was not working. There was also outlets that I wanted to get added to the house. There was wiring in the attic that I would like to get repaired. I also wanted to add a light in my closet.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0


    Contact information

    417-F E Diamond Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

    www.congressionalelectric.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Thursday:
    7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Friday:
    7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Licensing

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    Service Categories

    Electrical,
    Ceiling Fans,
    Alterations/Sewing/Decorating,
    Home Security Systems,
    Tree Service,
    General Remodeling,
    Pool and Spa Service,
    Lighting,
    Home inspection

    FAQ

    Congressional Electric Inc is currently rated 1.1 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Congressional Electric Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
    Yes, Congressional Electric Inc offers free project estimates.
    No, Congressional Electric Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Congressional Electric Inc does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, Congressional Electric Inc offers emergency services.
    Yes, Congressional Electric Inc offers warranties.
    Congressional Electric Inc offers the following services: Electrical installations, remodels and alterations, home inspections, grounding, fans, lighting, panels, fire and smoke alarm, bucket truck, hot tubs & saunas.

    Contact information

    417-F E Diamond Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

    www.congressionalelectric.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Thursday:
    7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Friday:
    7:00 AM - 4:00 PM