Wilcox Electric LLC

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ stars throughout their time with Angi.

About us

We at Wilcox Electric are here to serve you. Our team will insure that you receive complete electrical services in a timely, professional manner. Since our founding in 1989, our successful stream of work has been driven largely by customer recommendations. Our company has evolved from a home-based business to an electrical contracting business with 22 employees. As a reflection of the times, we are installing increasing numbers of EV car charging stations in both single family houses and multi unit dwellings.

Business highlights

36 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Residential electrical from top to bottom, which includes all interior and exterior lighting, outlets, and switches Specializing in problems associated with older, existing wiring. Troubleshoot, repair, replace and upgrade any of the aforementioned. Power for EV Charging Stations in Single Family Homes and Multi-unit Dwellings. Panel Replacements and Electrical Heavy-ups.

Services we don't offer

Lamp repair. Discontinued in 2006.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9993 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
90%
4
3%
3
3%
2
1%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9

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Showing 26-50 of 993 reviews

Raymond R.
06/2023
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Wilcox did a nice job on my project located in northeast DC. I needed some new electrical wiring to be run from my attic onto the roof of my house. The job was successful and they came in under budget. I would recommend anyone looking for an electrician to consider Wilcox.
Description of Work: Wiring from attic to roof.

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 Wilcox Electric LLC
Thank for the kind words. We appreciate your review very much! Tracy Wilcox

Raymond R.
06/2023
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
This is the second project that Wilcox has done at my home in northeast DC. They did a nice job. Good communication. And their price was very reasonable. They actually charged me for an amount less than the quoted amount which (in my experience) almost never happens with contractors. I would highly recommend Wilcox.
Description of Work: I needed electrical wiring in my attic replaced.

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 B.
06/2023
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Wilcox is the definition of "you get what you pay for". They may not be the cheapest, but they are the best. My job was complicated (A Heavy Up in a 100+ year old townhouse). The old panel installed in the early 70s, but encased in cement and brick. Additionally, the electricians had to access the underground wiring via a small crawl space. They did a marvelous job.
Description of Work: Heavy Up in an older townhouse.

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
$6,500

Adrienne W.
06/2023
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Abdel was excellent! He was on time, personable, and explained things in a way we could understand-- overall great service
Description of Work: Heavy up, install new outlets, repair existing outlets

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 Wilcox Electric LLC
Thank you for this review! We are always pleased to see our customers recognize the talents of our valued employees. Abdel is a meticulous electrician with a charming demeanor. "So far, so good" is a response that he commonly provides when you ask how he is doing. Abdel will spend a total of three days working at this customer's house. We appreciate the business and the review, thank you again! Tracy Wilcox

Chris G.
06/2023
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Steve and team did a fantastic job on electrical service install for our pool house. This was a multi month, multiphase project due to inspection requirements. The Wilcox team patiently worked around the county schedule, and that of other subcontractors to bring the project to an excellent finish! Overall quality of work was very high.
Description of Work: Installed full electrical service for pool house

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 Wilcox Electric LLC
Thank you so much for your review! We hope that you and your family enjoy the newly completed back yard with pool and poolhouse, what a wonderful way to get the summer started! Best wishes, Tracy Wilcox

Laura J.
05/2023
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Wilcox was recommended by a friend. I was thrilled that they were able to send an electrician out the next day. David was awesome! He brainstormed a great solution when the light fixture I wanted to install didn’t fit in the space I wanted. He also quickly troubleshooted and solved an issue with four outlets not working. He was friendly and polite, making my experience excellent!
Description of Work: Installing light fixture in bathroom. Troubleshooting and fixing issue with four outlets not working. 1.5 hours

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
$285

Response from Wilcox Electric LLC
Thank you for taking the time to post a review for us at Wilcox Electric. David is awesome, I agree! He's been with the company for 15 years and really understands the electrical needs and challenges of WDC area houses. He also knows how to take care of the customer. We are very happy to hear about your experience, thank you again! Tracy Wilcox

Jason B.
05/2023
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent overall experience. Steve was very helpful on the phone explaining potential solutions. Scheduling with his team was easy and they remained in touch with reminders and updates. Steve arrived promptly, evaluated the problem, and provided resolution quickly. They were super great to work with personable, practical, and fair. Would hire again.
Description of Work: Evaluate non-working external outlets

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

laurie F.
04/2023
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Had my breaker box serviced today by David. His work was outstanding, and the entire process from the time I scheduled the appointment was seamless. You can't go wrong with Wilcox Electric.
Description of Work: Work on breaker 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

Luke M.
03/2023
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I found the electrician and apprentice to be courteous, knowledgeable and helpful. Great administrative, billing, and scheduling support also made this a good experience.
Description of Work: Prepare circuits for HVAC work, move 2 ceiling boxes. Hang a ceiling light.

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
$2,500

Response from Wilcox Electric LLC
Thank you for the review! This particular electrician is on [Member Information Removed] roll with reviews lately, how nice. It is great to see our office staff acknowledged too. They work hard and do so much. Creating [Member Information Removed] good experience for our customers is the reason we do our work. We appreciate the business and the review, thank you again!

Rosemary L.
03/2023
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Dimas Moran and Nick Biggs with Wilcox Electric were excellent - professional, took time to explain different options, timely, and kind. I would highly recommend their services.
Description of Work: Installing ceiling lights throughout home, removing old wall heaters, and replacing old electrical outlets.

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
$3,000

Response from Wilcox Electric LLC
Thank you so very much for acknowledging the conduct of my super employees! I don't usually gush, but I have such good employees. These guys, Dimas and Nick Biggs (I have three Nicks in the field right now) exemplify what Wilcox Electric is about. We emphasize communication and respect along with the technical side of our work. Our employees are everything to our business, and it always makes my day better when they are recognized for the quality people that they are. Thank you again, Tracy Wilcox

Andrew A.
12/2022
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Jermaine and his apprentice showed up promptly and did good work on a light and outlet install. Our second time having Wilcox do work on our house and pleased both times.
Description of Work: Light and outlet installation

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

Response from Wilcox Electric LLC
Thank you for bringing us into your house for electrical repairs! And thank you for taking the time to post a review. Jermaine is a young and rising star in our company. He has a bright future in this field, and we are grateful that he is part of our team. We hope to serve you again, Tracy Wilcox

Robyn J.
11/2022
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Wilcox Electric has been my to go company for many years, and I set up an appointment to check three outlets in my home which had not been used in a long time. The technician, Dimas Moran, showed up promptly, and was a delight to work with. He explained everything, and any problems were fixed quickly. Like all of Wilcox`s technicians, he was very professional, and I was very happy with his work. I would like to add that customer service was, as usual, just wonderful. Thank you!
Description of Work: troubleshoot outlets
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$198.5

Response from Wilcox Electric LLC
Thank you for taking the time to submit this review. We are grateful! You have seen a good variety of our electricians, it's true. This last electrician onsite Dimas is a technically skilled electrician who is also very personable. If we ever produce TikTok videos, which the young staff in the office are promoting, Dimas would be our go-to for video production! Thank you again for the kind words!

Vatrice C.
10/2022
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The electrician was prompt and knowledgeable. He informed us of the problem and quickly fixed it. The process was smooth as silk.
Description of Work: Outdoor outlet repaired

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 Wilcox Electric LLC
Thank you so very much for the review! We work hard to make the process look "smooth as silk"! It may be hectic in the background sometimes, but this is the intended outcome. We appreciate your business and your kind words!

Julie B.
10/2022
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Absolutely outstanding customer service!!!!!
Description of Work: My bedroom outlets were not working and Nelson and his colleague were on site on time and effectively and efficiently resolved this issue. They even asked if there was anything else they could do and chanced a bulb in a light fixture that I could not reach. Absolutely outstanding customer service!!!!!

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
$211

Response from Wilcox Electric LLC
Thank you for the exuberant review! We look forward to being of service in the future.

Mark R.
10/2022
5.0
appliance repair, electrician
  + 0 more
I have used Wilcox electric for the past 20 years. They re-wired my Capitol Hill house at that time. We have moved and our new”old” house needed to update the ceiling boxes in the ceiling to hang modern lights. Nelson arrived on time. I was late. He called and waited for me as I was 5 minutes away. They completed their work, cleaned up and my wife was pleased with their work
Description of Work: Change out light fixtures

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
$800

Response from Wilcox Electric LLC
Thank you for the review! We're on House No. 2 with you; that's so gratifying! Twenty years ago, we were just getting started, and we know so much more now about how to run a good operation. One of the biggest lessons has been on the HR side. We have learned how to attract and retain a super cool group of electricians and office support. Steve and I work hard to keep them! Most recently, you were served by Nelson, and he represents what Wilcox Electric has become so well. Thank you for staying with us, and we hope to serve you for 20 more years. Tracy Wilcox

Sam S.
10/2022
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Nelson did a great job and was very polite and punctual.
Description of Work: Installing wired video doorbell

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
$214

Rob H.
10/2022
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Great work by Nelson installing two pendant lights in our hallway, efficient and communicative and exactly what we asked for! We’ve used Wilcox for three jobs now and been happy every time.
Description of Work: Installation of pendant 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
$345

Clinton P.
09/2022
1.0
electrician
  + -1 more
At first, I was pleased by Wilcox Electric. They arrived promptly and diagnosed my blinking lights. Exterior meter box needed to be replaced, easy fix. They put me on the schedule for that week to do the repair for apx 2 hrs worth of labor charges + parts. Then I decided to call and inquire (just ASK) what a full heavy up might cost, "just to explore my options" I told them on the phone "if one day I decided to add more appliances or something". Within a couple hours they canceled my repair, stating they suddenly "...weren't comfortable working on an old service line and box". Then gave me an estimate to do a full heavy-up to 200 amps for $4300 !!!! So basically, they weren't comfortable taking $400, but would be comfortable taking $4k+. So I told them to go pound sand, then called another electrical company. Again, I asked this electrician to track down the issue. Same result that Wilcox had originally told me, "It's your meter box, easy fix". "I don't need a heavy-up, or service lines replaced?" I asked the second company's electrician. "No, you certainly don't need that. We fix electrical issues, not sell people things they don't need". One hour and a few bucks later, my power is working perfectly. Plus a 5 year warranty. Wish I had called the other company first, would have saved me time and money. Bottom line, call someone else. Anyone else. Do NOT trust Wilcox Electric. Totally dishonest.
Description of Work: Troubleshoot blinking lights & partial power loss.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0

$283

Response from Wilcox Electric LLC
Mr. [Member Name Removed], We regret the impression you were left with regarding why we canceled the work order for installing a service meter. It's important to include a crucial piece of missing information that explains why we decided not to replace the meter can only and instead recommended a full Heavy-up. On Thursday morning, a junior electrician diagnosed a faulty meter can. We sent a senior electrician back to your house on Friday to confirm the needed repair. His notes follow: Senior Electrician’s Notes from 3:17 pm Friday, 9/16/22: "• Pepco came by yesterday and confirmed the loose jaw on the meter. Pepco gave the 
homeowner an old used meter to replace the existing one. THE METER THAT WAS GIVE BY PEPCO HAS CORRODED BOLTS AND TERMINALS: I DO NOT RECOMMEND USING IT AS A REPLACEMENT (EMPHASIS ADDED). • Homeowner stated that Pepco will do a work order to replace the meter without the need for a permit. The existing service cable is old, and the insulation/jacket may get damaged when disturbed. • Recommended a heavy up in order to correct the issue permanently and legally. The office has already submitted a heavy-up proposal to the homeowner." We have the prerogative to determine whether we are willing to do a piece of work. Electricity can be lethal, so the prospect of installing a used meter can with “CORRODED BOLTS AND TERMINALS” is not in line with our professional standards. I cannot speak to the work or comments of the other contractor, but I can say that the senior Wilcox Electric electrician who wrote those words has credibility in our company. He’s a cautious, conservative electrician, and we stand by his judgment. We work hard to serve our customers at the highest level of professionalism, and the vast majority of our customers appreciate our efforts. For that, we are grateful. - Tracy Wilcox

Elisha W.
05/2022
5.0
appliance repair, electrician
  + 0 more
Wonderful job by David to hook up our mini split. He got it done in less time than anticipated and was very professional!
Description of Work: Hook up a Mini Split

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
$250

Eloise G.
05/2022
5.0
electrician, lighting, home security systems
  + 1 more
Wilcox is a very reliable and efficient group. I have now worked with them 4 time. The first time, they dismantled lights that were moving with us to a new house- was very efficient and took care to make sure the lights were in good condition for travel. The second time, they made sure to send someone out to give us a quote for hanging new lights- which is great to make sure that no additional surprises will catch the unwary in extra bill amounts. And our 3rd and 4th time we had our security camera's installed- they did a great job as this is an old house with strange wiring and funny 3 way switches and they were patient and made sure that it all worked the way we wanted it to. To give credit where it is due, Nick did our dismantle, a different Nick and his apprentice rehung the lights, and Dale and his apprentice did the security camera and 3 way switches. Thank you Wilcox!
Description of Work: Removing Lights, Installing Lights & Installing Security Cameras

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
$1,000

Elizabeth W.
03/2022
5.0
lighting
  + -1 more
Very well. The electrician, Steve, arrived timely, was very courteous, identified the issue and solved the problem.
Description of Work: Landscape lighting repair

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$530

Anne B.
02/2022
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Great. Electrician Steve Smith was very thorough, conscientious and professional.
Description of Work: Electrical box work, ceiling fan, update/repair light switches

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Kenneth G.
02/2022
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
The electrician and helper were very couteous and professional. Work was completed in a timely, deliberate, and workman like manner and they were very respectful of our home. I will hire them again for any future work.
Description of Work: Install new lighting and replace switches and outlets

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500

Sheila O.
01/2022
5.0
electrician, home security systems, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Dimas and Nick were fantastic! The original scope of work got changed a bit and I had a few additional things for them when they arrived. They were on time, professional, flexible. They even fixed a small item I didn't even ask them to do. Wouldn't hesitate to use Wilcox any time I had electrical needs.
Description of Work: installation of video doorbell, outdoor camera, outdoor ceiling fan, smoke detector replacement
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Darren S.
12/2021
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Wilcox electric work is really great, this is my second time having work performed. David Settimi was my electrician, he was great at explaining the different options available for dimmer switchers and how to place the recessed lighting for maximum light and to look nice in an interior bedroom. Very polite, very knowledgable. David did a great job cleaning up after the job was over. He was fast while maintaining a high quality work product. It's hard to find good electricians in DC. A "handyman" quoted me a similar price as Wilcox, and I guarantee the handyman work would be no where near as professional as David.
Description of Work: Recessed light install

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 Wilcox Electric LLC
Thank you for the wonderful review of David's work! He has been with Wilcox Electric from Day 1 of his electrical career, about 13 years ago. He stands out for being so very well rounded. Estimating, for instance, is a skill that some people just don't quite grasp. He can estimate all but the most complex jobs that we reserve for Steve Wilcox. Moreover, we are confident in sending him out to virtually any work that we take on. He has a very strong mechanical aptitude, and he's a nice polite young man. We are so pleased to call him one of our electricians! And we've seen him grow up and become a mature man with a beautiful family too! Separate from my comments above, it is so interesting to learn that a handyman might charge an equivalent amount of money as a professional electrician. If that's the case, I would encourage everyone to save the electrical work for the professional electricians who specialize in residential wiring. We find the craziest things behind the walls sometimes! I don't like to be alarmist but these things can be downright dangerous too.

Contact information

5602 Tuxedo Rd, Hyattsville, MD 20781

http://www.wilcox-electric.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed


Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
EM200457

Eco-friendly Accreditations

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

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Home Security Systems,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling

FAQ

Wilcox Electric LLC is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Wilcox Electric LLC accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Wilcox Electric LLC offers free project estimates.
Yes, Wilcox Electric LLC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Wilcox Electric LLC offers a 10% senior discount.
Yes, Wilcox Electric LLC offers emergency services.
Yes, Wilcox Electric LLC offers warranties.
Wilcox Electric LLC offers the following services: Residential electrical from top to bottom, which includes all interior and exterior lighting, outlets, and switches Specializing in problems associated with older, existing wiring. Troubleshoot, repair, replace and upgrade any of the aforementioned. Power for EV Charging Stations in Single Family Homes and Multi-unit Dwellings. Panel Replacements and Electrical Heavy-ups.
Lamp repair. Discontinued in 2006.

Contact information

5602 Tuxedo Rd, Hyattsville, MD 20781

http://www.wilcox-electric.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed