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COLONIAL ELECTRIC CO INC

Electrical, Lighting, Generator,

About us

Colonial Electric has been established for over 40 years and is on-call 7 days a week for all of your electrical needs. We offer free estimates on generators, service upgrades, landscape lighting, home inspections, and any other electrical requests. Our Service department has a technician on call around the clock for any emergency related issues.

Business highlights

55 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Generator Installation Landscape Lighting Fixture and Outlet Replacement Home Theatre Wiring Recessed and Track Lighting Pole Light Maintenance Home Inspections Electric Service Upgrade Additions and Remodeling Pier and Marina Wiring Ceiling Fan Installation Circuit Breaker Replacement Exhaust Fans Range Hookup Electrical Baseboard Heating Whole Home Surge Protection Lighting Installation Grounding Rods & Bonding Electric Tankless Water Heater Wiring Code Vi

Services we don't offer

NA

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.912 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
92%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
8%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.7
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-12 of 12 reviews

Jose O.
07/2023
1.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Their drivers are an absolute menace on the road. Their drivers are an absolute menace on the road. Their drivers are an absolute menace on the road. Their drivers are an absolute menace on the road. Their drivers are an absolute menace on the road. Their drivers are an absolute menace on the road.
Description of Work: None. Just not getting run off the road would be nice.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Patricia W.
12/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Efficient ..knew just what the problem was , had to get a part, got it and fixed the problem and was done in 1 hour.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Anne M.
10/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
My experience with Colonial Electric could not have been better. Tina Donnelly went above and beyond to schedule both the site visit and the actual job. The job needed to be coordinated with the delivery and installation of the microwave, and the timing was perfect. I really felt like Tina wanted to accommodate my particular situation, and she did. Carl and Matt performed the work, and they were punctual, fast, effective, and professional. They even helped me with a minor repair to a ceiling fan. It took them ten minutes but helped me out tremendously. Finally, the price for everything was very reasonable.
Description of Work: Removed a vent hood over a cooktop and installed a junction box in a cabinet to provide electricity for a new above-range microwave.

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

cindy G.
06/2015
5.0
electrician, generator service
  + 0 more
They did an excellent job installing the prewired generator.
Description of Work: installed generator

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

Mathew B.
02/2015
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Our furnace had shorted out due to our "disconnect" arcing over the fuses. It was an original piece to a 30 year old furnace. They came right in and deduced that that was the problem and quickly replaced and repaired the furnace and got our hot air back on. We were so thankful and appreciated their punctuality and professionalism. We fully recommend this electrician as their prices were more than fair and they came very highly recommended from our online research. I have a couple of other trouble areas that I will be calling them about. Thanks again for your great service!!!
Description of Work: The electrician put in a new "disconnect" on the 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
$220.5

Timothy W.
01/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Identified failed transformer, ordered replacement and notified promptly when replacement arrived. Transformer installed by homeowner, problem solved.
Description of Work: Troubleshooting of recessed lighting problem.

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
$250

Valerie B.
09/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
they wer great. Everything was just as expected. They came and did an estimate which was right on the money. The crew was very punctual, professional and competent. After the work was done there was one small thing the inspector wanted to have adjusted and Colonial was there the next day to fix it and made sure the inspector was notified. Everything went off without a hitch. If we ever need any electrical work done, we will call Colonial.
Description of Work: Colonial put in wiring for an outdoor hot tub.

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

Nancy G.
02/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
As a property manager, I need to know who to call when a problem arises with a rental. We have been using Colonial Electric for many years for all our electrical work. They have always given us a fair price and done excellent work. This particular job required a whole new electrical panel box to be installed when the other one shorted out. They gave me a price, and a day and time they would come to complete the work. They came to the job on time, did the work required in their usual efficient, professional manner, and charged me what was on the estimate. They have done several jobs for me, both in my home and for rental properties. I have always been able to trust them to do the work at a fair price, and when they do a job, they do it right. Their employees are courteous and neat. I don't bother to get several estimates anymore - I just call Colonial Electric.
Description of Work: We only use Colonial Electric
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Shelia F.
02/2013
5.0
lighting
  + -1 more
The electrician was knowledgeable and spent the time to explain how the motion detector would operate. He went to the local hardware store to pick up items that he did not have.
Description of Work: Installed motion lights on deck.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$375

Anita A.
01/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
It was excellent! They were willing to keep up the project until it was solved- it was not an easy project. It was reasonably priced.
Description of Work: They did repairs on outdoor lighting and some other projects for us.

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

Jason P.
01/2013
5.0
ceiling fans
  + -1 more
It turned out fine. They were fast and did it on time!
Description of Work: I replaced some ceiling fans.

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

Cindy M.
03/2011
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They were professional and it was good value for money. They did a good job and were punctual. They rendered excellent customer services and answered all my questions. They offered to do extra work without, charging me and their prices were reasonable. I will use their services in the future, too.
Description of Work: I used the services of Colonial Electric Co Inc. to put in a dedicated plug for the freezer in the garage, 2 months ago.

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
$120

    Contact information

    4444 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD, Harwood, MD 20776

    http://www.colonialelec.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Open All Day
    Monday:
    Open All Day
    Tuesday:
    Open All Day
    Wednesday:
    Open All Day
    Thursday:
    Open All Day
    Friday:
    Open All Day
    Saturday:
    Open All Day

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured

    Licensed*

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    Yes
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    No
    State Contractor License Requirements

    All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

    *Contact business to see additional licenses.


    Service Categories

    Electrical,
    Lighting,
    Generator,
    Ceiling Fans,
    Dock Building & Repair

    FAQ

    COLONIAL ELECTRIC CO INC is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Open All Day

    Monday: Open All Day

    Tuesday: Open All Day

    Wednesday: Open All Day

    Thursday: Open All Day

    Friday: Open All Day

    Saturday: Open All Day

    COLONIAL ELECTRIC CO INC accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
    Yes, COLONIAL ELECTRIC CO INC offers free project estimates.
    Yes, COLONIAL ELECTRIC CO INC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    Yes, COLONIAL ELECTRIC CO INC offers a 10% senior discount.
    Yes, COLONIAL ELECTRIC CO INC offers emergency services.
    Yes, COLONIAL ELECTRIC CO INC offers warranties.
    COLONIAL ELECTRIC CO INC offers the following services: Generator Installation Landscape Lighting Fixture and Outlet Replacement Home Theatre Wiring Recessed and Track Lighting Pole Light Maintenance Home Inspections Electric Service Upgrade Additions and Remodeling Pier and Marina Wiring Ceiling Fan Installation Circuit Breaker Replacement Exhaust Fans Range Hookup Electrical Baseboard Heating Whole Home Surge Protection Lighting Installation Grounding Rods & Bonding Electric Tankless Water Heater Wiring Code Vi
    NA

    Contact information

    4444 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD, Harwood, MD 20776

    http://www.colonialelec.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Open All Day
    Monday:
    Open All Day
    Tuesday:
    Open All Day
    Wednesday:
    Open All Day
    Thursday:
    Open All Day
    Friday:
    Open All Day
    Saturday:
    Open All Day