At NEI Electric, we are dedicated to providing our clients in the Twin Cities area with electrical services that will greatly exceed your highest expectations. Over the years, we have cultivated a reputation for providing a superior level of service, from small-scale residential projects to powering multi-million dollar commercial properties.
We will work with you through every step of the process, making sure that you see the results you expect from you electrical project. Some of the services we can provide include:
Electrical design
New construction
Additions and remodels
Generator installation
Temperature control wiring
You can trust the electricians at NEI Electric to handle all of your home or business electrical service needs. We will go to great lengths to make sure you are completely satisfied with the results we provide.
Call today to find out how we can be of help to you!
Business highlights
73 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Electrical service upgrade, exterior lighting, interior lighting, lighting retrofit, LED installation, ceiling fan installation, exhaust fan installation, new circuits for remodels, troubleshoot and repair electrical issues, cut in new receptacles, new appliance circuits, new switching, under-cabinet lighting and any other electrical residential need.
Services we don't offer
Appliance installation, appliance repair, patching and painting sheetrock
Came on time, worked hard and did really nice high quality finished work. Things that I had been meaning to do for a long time. Very nice work and would use again.
Description of Work: CMA hung a new light in our dining room, reworked some outlets, fixed a recessed can light and installed some upgraded circuits in my shop totaling five outlets.
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
LARS O.
08/2006
4.0
electrician
 + -1 more
Mark was very nice, knew what he was doing, and worked hard. I would work with him again. The downsides were more company related: The electrician was pretty booked the first day he came and arrived over an hour after the window we had been given, so that wasted the morning for us. We had been told he would call when he was on the way - that didn't happen, and when I called the office they said "he'll be there in 5 minutes" - an hour later he arrived. We would have appreciated a call letting us know things were running late. The estimate on the phone was pretty close - but we were disappointed with the high material fees - the charge for the dryer plug was nearly four times what we found somewhere else and the materials doubled the bill! I understand some mark up - but that's a bit ridiculous. In the end, I would shop around more next time, but the bottom line is we needed the work done, Mark did a good job, and it cost us a lot of money. Such is life.
Description of Work: We needed a dryer plug put in and electrical for a garbage disposal.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0
$1,000
Response from NEI Electric
I TRIED TO IDENTIFY THIS CUSTOMER TO MAKE CONTACT WITH HIM, BUT THE WORK MUST HAVE BEEN COMPLETED UNDER A DIFFERENT NAME. I WOULD LIKE THIS CUSTOMER TO CALL ME AND DISCUSS THE PROBLEMS HE LISTED. THANK YOU. JO LOVEGREN, V.PRES./ANDERSON ELECTRIC 651-771-1000.
Caprice N.
08/2006
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
The electrician (Chris) was fast and extremely knowledgeable. He was willing to explain what he was doing and checked everything with me as he went.
Description of Work: They replaced a wall dimmer switch, grounded several outlets, and changed one outlet to standard voltage.
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
$200
Deborah Eng K.
08/2006
5.0
electrician, lighting
 + 0 more
Chris was cheerful, professional, prompt and knowledgeable. Very polite and well informed.
Description of Work: Replaced top of lamp post, replaced and upgraded switch plates.
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
$237
JULIE H.
07/2006
5.0
electrician, lighting
 + 0 more
The electrician, Chris Taverna was professional, knowledgeable, and courteous. He looked at our wiring and gave us a detailed explanation as to what installing new wiring would entail, and what we would need to consider. Like the Brothers Electric estimator, he did not recommend installing new wiring unless we were completely rewiring or remodeling a room. He also explained how the insulation surrounding the light and the wattage of the bulbs mattered in regards to the older wiring. He recommended we switch to energy-saving fluorescents on the older wiring to save money as well as cut down on the wattage the bulb needed to operate, minimizing the amount of heat a light would generate. He did note our concerns with the condition of the wiring surrounding the kitchen light (our original concern), and gave me an on the spot estimate to fix it, which I accepted. I was very happy with the service and the work from Anderson Electric Co., and would choose this company again.
Description of Work: We recently had three electrical estimates done to gauge the safety of some of our wiring as well as the cost of replacing some of the wiring. A light above our kitchen sink came loose and fell. We noticed the wiring connected to this light was old and cracked and we were concerned. We called three companies to get estimates and opinions. These companies were: Sprinter Electrical Services, Brothers Electric Co. and Anderson Electric Co.
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
$100
THOMAS K.
06/2006
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
 + 1 more
I asked if Chris was available because he had troubleshot and fixed a different circuit for us a few months ago. He was available within two days, and again was on time for the appointment. He quickly diagnosed the problem, fixed it and explained what was happening. He offered a suggestion on a long term solution, and that Ancerson could do the work quickly. He also offered suggestions on other maintenance that we appreciated. Excellent work. He waived the trip charge because I mentioned we were an Angie's list customer.
Description of Work: The circuit was blowing fuses. The lights and fan didn't work.
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
$92
LORNA R.
06/2006
5.0
electrician, lighting
 + 0 more
Excellent company to work with. It was easy to get on their appointment list in a short amount of time and the electrician (Chris Taverna) showed up on time with everything he needed for the job. Chris was very knowledgeable and professional. I will definitely use this company again.
Description of Work: Ran cable wire from basement to second floor. Repaired hall light. Replaced two outlets.
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
$390.4
JUDITH L.
05/2006
5.0
appliance repair, electrician
 + 0 more
Price high but in comparison to other estimates, I felt I received far more for my $. Professional estimator did work. Price high, but fair. Company office workers very friendly & efficient. Definitely one of the fairest, best electrical work.
Description of Work: Complete update of electrical on 1934 home, plus wired center island dishwasher, microwave, washer & dryer. Circuit started to blow fuses immediately after electrician left. I called his all cell phone, he was at home & on weekend. Excellent follow-up & problem taken care of in timely fashion.
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
$5,000
DAVID S.
05/2006
1.0
electrician
 + -1 more
Their estimate for the job was outrageous - 3 times that of other contractors contacted. They obviously didn't want the job.
Description of Work: Work not performed due to outrageous price.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Response from NEI Electric
THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT OF ANDERSON ELECTRIC TRIES VERY HARD TO BE RESPECTFUL AND COURTEOUS TO EACH CALL-IN CUSTOMER. WE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO EXPLAIN OUR RATES, HOW WE DO OUR WORK AND GIVE AN APPROXIMATE TOTAL COST THAT RANGES FROM A SIMPLE INSTALLATION TO A PROBLEMATIC INSTALLATION. I AM NOT AWARE OF WHAT MAY HAVE HAPPENED WITH THIS MEMBER'S CALL. WE DO NOT HAVE ANY RECORDS ON THIS MEMBER SINCE WE DID NOT DO ANY WORK FOR HIM. OUR PRICING IS CONSISTENT WITH MOST ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS IN THE TWIN CITY AREA: WE CHARGE BY AN HOURLY RATE AND DISCOUNT OUR SERVICE VAN CHARGE TO ANGIE'S LIST MEMBERS. WE ARE VERY PROUD OF OUR SERVICE ELECTRICIANS; THEY ARE WELL TRAINED, 2 YEARS OF TECHNICAL SCHOOL AND 4 YEARS OF APPRENTICESHIP, ALONG WITH CONTINUING EDUCATION. IF THIS MEMBER WOULD LIKE TO CALL ME, I WILL TRY TO FIGURE OUT WHAT MAY HAVE HAPPENED WITH HIS CALL AND WHY HE IS VERY UNHAPPY WITH CMA. THANK YOU. JO/CUSTOMER SERVICE.
JEAN A.
04/2006
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
The electrician arrived slightly late, although I received a phone call during the time window indicating that he was running behind schedule. The electrician was honest, professional, and answered my questions. He presented me with two options regarding the repair and answered honestly about the differences in cost and resources. I was pleased with the work.
Description of Work: The mast board for where the electric lines attach to the house had to be replaced.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
JOHN B.
04/2006
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
 + 1 more
Andy did a terrific job. The house is old, and it's always a challenge to do any electrical work. He clearly explained the process and the type of holes that would need to be put in the ceiling for the fixtures. He was on time, kept the workplace clean, and did quality work. He stayed extra to install the ceiling fan for me, even though the work-day was done.
Description of Work: Andy installed ceiling fixtures in the living room where there previously were no fixtures. He also wired the sink for a disposal and 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
$817
COLLEEN S.
04/2006
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
When I called, they clearly explained their rate per hour, estimate time to do the work, when they would arrive, and even what kind of vehicle would pull up to my house. I appreciated the 7:00 am time option so this small job could be completed before regular working hours. Chris arrived on time and was professional, efficient and friendly. I don't know how the price compares to other companies, but I will definitely contact this company again for future work.
Description of Work: Chris converted a 3-prong outlet to a 4-prong outlet for a new dryer.
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
$105
MARLENE M.
02/2006
5.0
electrician, lighting
 + 0 more
They did impressive work. We've used these guys before and would never use another electrician. They were fast, on time, and neat. The customer service in the office was as good as the work done in our home. We have an old house (c. 1913) so electrical changes are never straightforward. These guys get it and have come through every time.
Description of Work: Removed existing florescent lighting and replaced old fixtures with new recessed cans.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,770
DAVID B.
01/2006
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
Jesse showed up on time and did an excellent job. He charged an hourly rate, plus supplies. He cleaned up after the work and left no mess.
Description of Work: I had two GFI outlets installed in my bathrooms. I also had the switches and wiring installed for some bath fans that I will put in myself. The electrician installed a grounding bypass on my water meter and did some minor adjustment work on my service box (tightening connections).
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
$520
Ruth E.
01/2006
5.0
electrician, lighting
 + 0 more
Chris was on time, performed the work on a timely basis, and the price was reasonable.
Description of Work: Installed light fixture in bedroom.
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
$89
KENNETH L W.
01/2006
5.0
electrician, lighting
 + 0 more
THE ELECTRICIAN WORKED SOLO AND WAS EXCELLENT: COURTEOUS, RESPECTFUL, ACCOMMODATING, NEAT AND CLEAN, VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND INFORMATIVE, SKILLFUL, INDUSTRIOUS, TIRELESS, EXPEDITIOUS, CLEVER, A MASTER PROBLEM SOLVER, AND VERY VERY PROFESSIONAL AND PLEASANT. I'D SAY BOTH THE EXPERIENCE AND WORK WAS HIGH QUALITY.
Description of Work: As required, the electrician adjusted, repaired, replaced, and added switches and outlets throughout the house and garage. Rewired garage and added exterior outlet on brick wall. Removed 3 existing and installed new recessed fixtures in 2nd floor ceiling, story and 1/2 house built in 1940.
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
$1,341
Bruce L.
12/2005
5.0
electrician, lighting
 + 0 more
I am completely satisfied with the work and the price. Their representative installed the fixture in a very professional and expeditious manner. He was also helpful in explaining my options for dealing with a second fixture which has been giving me problems. I would recommend Anderson Electric to others.
Description of Work: Installation of an overhead lighting fixture, and examination of a second fixture in which bulb replacement has been a problem.
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
$89.6
12/2005
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
HE DID A JOB THAT WAS WELL DONE AND DONE QUICKLY, 15 MINUTES.
Description of Work: He repaired an electrical issue from an appliance.
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
$89
GREGORY S.
11/2005
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
THE ANDERSON ELECTRIC SERVICEMAN WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL, COURTEOUS AND KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT THE OUTLET. HE PERFORMED THE SERVICE QUICKLY, EFFICIENTLY AND EXPLAINED TO ME WHAT HAD CAUSED THE PROBLEM AND WHAT HE HAD DONE. I'D DEFINITELY USE THEM AGAIN.
Description of Work: HAD A CGI OUTLET 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
$112
REBECCA R.
11/2005
5.0
electrician, lighting
 + 0 more
THE SERVICE WAS GREAT FROM THE START. THE WOMAN WHO TAKES THE REPAIR REQUESTS ON THE PHONE IS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND HELPFUL. ANDY WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL, HELPFUL AND POLITE. HE SHOWED ME THE THINGS I NEEDED TO KNOW ABOUT MY FIXTURES AND TOLD ME WHAT I COULD DO ON MY OWN (FOR EXAMPLE, DISPOSING THE FLUORESCENT BULBS). HE CLEANED UP THE LITTLE BIT OF PLASTER THAT FELL WHEN HE PUT IN THE NEW BOX. IN ADDITION, HE INSTALLED THE FIXTURE SO THAT THE PREVIOUS GAPS IN THE PLASTER WOULD BE HIDDEN.
Description of Work: ANDY REPLACED THE ORIGINAL LIGHT BOX IN THE BATHROOM AND REINSTALLED THE LIGHT FIXTURE. HE ALSO TWEAKED THE FLUORESCENT LIGHT FIXTURE IN THE KITCHEN TO GET IT TO WORK AGAIN.
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
$179.5
Sue K.
11/2005
4.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
 + 1 more
VERY GOOD EXPERIENCE. ELECTRICIAN KNEW WHAT HE WAS DOING. DID NOT SLOW DOWN FROM ONE JOB TO THE NEXT, KEPT AT A GOOD PACE. WAS CHARGED BY THE HOUR.
Description of Work: INSTALLED 3 CEILING FANS WITH LIGHTS. INSTALLED MOTION DETECTOR LIGHTS OUTSIDE - 3 OF THEM.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
DAVID & SUSAN L.
10/2005
5.0
electrician, lighting
 + 0 more
THEY WERE QUICK TO RESPOND AND THEIR PRICES ARE GOOD.
Description of Work: WE HAD A LIGHT THAT WAS FLICKERING IN THE KITCHEN AND THEY SWITCHED THE OUTLET SWITCH AND IT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM.
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
10/2005
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
PRICE WAS GOOD. THEY WERE VERY HELPFUL. GAVE US ADVICE.
Description of Work: LOOKED AT FUSE BOX. DRYER WASN'T WORKING.
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
BONNIE D.
10/2005
2.0
electrician
 + -1 more
WAS TOLD, JOB WOULD PROBABLY START AROUND 9 A.M. I HAD TO CALL AT 11:00 TO SEE WHAT WAS UP. I WAS ALSO TOLD, THE JOB WOULD TAKE 1 TO 2 HOURS AND WAS ASSURED I'D BE ABLE TO LEAVE AT 12:00 PM. THE PERSON DIDN'T ACCOMMODATE AT ALL. SHE WAS HOPING I WOULD LEAVE THE WORKER ALONE IN THE HOUSE. WAS OVER CHARGED IN TIME BY ABOUT 1/2 HOUR. CALLED TO SEE ABOUT PRICING. THE PERSON WAS GOING TO CHECK IT OUT. NEVER CALLED BACK.
Description of Work: INSTALLED GFI OUTLET IN BATHROOM, CHANGED OUT OUTLETS.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
2.0
$335
Response from NEI Electric
3/17/06 I AM SENDING A PERSONAL RESPONSE TO THIS CUSTOMER TODAY AND WILL RESOLVE HER COMPLAINT THAT WE DID NOT RESPOND TO HER CALL. I DO NOT HAVE ANY RECORD OF HER CALL-BACK BUT IT IS POSSIBLE HER CALL DID NOT GET RESPONDED TO AS IT SHOULD; THAT IS NOT HOWEVER, HOW WE NORMALLY DO BUSINESS. WE TELL ALL CUSTOMERS THAT OUR FIRST & ONLY GUARANTEED CALL OF THE DAY IS AT 7 AM, OUR SECOND CALL IS GENERALLY BETWEEN 9-NOON, BUT THE ELECTRICIAN HAS TO COMPLETE THE FIRST CALL BEFORE GOING TO THE NEXT CALL. THE RECORDS WERE NOTED THAT THE CUSTOMER WOULD BE HOME UNTIL NOON AND OUR ELECTRICIAN ARRIVED AT 11:15 AM FROM HIS FIRST CALL, WHICH HAD TAKEN LONGER THAN THE OFFICE & THE ELECTRICIAN HAD ANTICIPATED. ALSO, THE CUSTOMER DID CALL AND ADDED WORK TO THE INITIAL CALL, SO THAT MAY HAVE ADDED TO THE CONFUSION ON THE COMMENT ABOUT THE WORK TAKING 1-2 HOURS. JESSE WAS OUR ELECTRICIAN ON THIS JOB, AND YOU CAN TELL BY MANY OTHER CUSTOMER COMMENTS, HE IS HIGHLY REGARDED AMOUNG ANGIE'S LIST CUSTOMERS. I WILL CONTACT THIS CUSTOMER. JO LOVEGREN, VICE PRES.
KAREN L.
10/2005
5.0
electrician, lighting
 + 0 more
HE SET IT UP AND TESTED IT TO MAKE SURE IT WORKS CORRECTLY. I GOT THEIR ESTIMATE TO MAKE IT MORE USER FRIENDLY.
Description of Work: HELPED ME UNDERSTAND WHY THE FRONT AND BACK OUTSIDE MOTION DETECTOR LIGHTS WERE NOT WORKING. THEY DID A CHECK ON THE MOTION SENSOR. THEY SET THE TIMER SO THEY APPEARED TO WORK CORRECTLY.
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Service Categories
Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Home Security Systems,
Wells and Pumps,
Water Heaters,
Garage Doors,
Appliance Repair
FAQ
NEI Electric is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
NEI Electric accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, NEI Electric does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, NEI Electric offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, NEI Electric does not offer a senior discount.
No, NEI Electric does not offer emergency services.
No, NEI Electric does not offer warranties.
NEI Electric offers the following services: Electrical service upgrade, exterior lighting, interior lighting, lighting retrofit, LED installation, ceiling fan installation, exhaust fan installation, new circuits for remodels, troubleshoot and repair electrical issues, cut in new receptacles, new appliance circuits, new switching, under-cabinet lighting and any other electrical residential need.
Appliance installation, appliance repair, patching and painting sheetrock