We provide professional electrical services for your home or business in Charlotte and the surrounding area. Call today and mention this ad for 10% off any job of $200 or more!
Additional Email: emfelectric@emfcharlotte.com.
Since 1989 EMF Electric, Inc. has provided contractors, businesses and home owners with friendly, professional and quality work. We currently hold North Carolina and South Carolina unlimited licenses.
We are specialized in “Design Build Projects” for commercial and residential jobs. Our residential division has built an impeccable reputation over the past years, receiving the Rated Best of Charlotte this year. We have achieved this by listening to you the customer and providing you with fast, friendly and honest service.
So the next time you need an electrician for a project, repair work, troubleshooting or just a new fan or light fixture, give us a call.
Business highlights
35 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
ALL AREAS OF ELECTRICAL WORK, FROM TROUBLE SHOOTING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, DESIGNS OF ADDITIONS & KITCHENS, SUNROOMS, HOT TUBS, & SWIMMING POOLS, CEILING FANS, LIGHTING, & ELECTRICAL SERVICES FOR REMODELING GENERAL, PATIO ENCLOSURES.
I needed an estimate for general residential electrical work, about $1,000. 8/22 Called both EMF Electric (Leon Shanklin) phone numbers as provided by Angie's List. I left no messages, both mailboxes were full. A couple of hours later Leon called back (caller ID I guess). He said he would stop over on 8/23 after his continuing education class, around 4:30pm . 8/23 I waited. Leon never showed, never called. That evening I called and spoke to him. He said he would call me on 8/26 during the day and let me know what time he would stop out. He expected to stop out around 4:30pm but would call. 8/26 I waited. Leon never showed, never called. I called that evening and left a message. 8/27 Called Leon again and left a 2nd message. 9/03 Called Leon again and left a 3rd message. 9/04 Called Leon again and actually spoke with him. He said he just sat down at the dentist's office and would call me when he got out. I told him I was an Angie's List member and was obligated to share my experience with the other members. I asked what I was supposed to say in my review. Leon replied, "I've got so many good rating, yours won't make a difference. Say whatever you want." I responded, "If that's your attitude to your customers......" At this point I think Leon realized what he had said. No, I would no hire him. I
Description of Work: General electrical work: add outlets, hook up attic fan, install timers/switches
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Jean G.
08/2013
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
+ 0 more
They were punctual, professional, friendly, knowledgeable and very quick. We will definitely use them again in the future!!
Description of Work: Leon's crew installed two ceiling fans.
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
$180
LINDA B.
08/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
They were kind and courteous and went the extra mile. Very reasonably priced. They cleaned up after themselves.
Description of Work: They installed a new dimmer and lighting on my property.
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
$175
Adam R.
08/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Leon arrived promptly and just when he told me he would. He was very careful about keeping my house clean and did a great job. This is my second time using EMF, and if I have anything else I need in the future, they'll be the ones I call.
Description of Work: Installed a new dedicated circuit for an existing outlet
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
$270
Rich L.
08/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Leon came out to check on my range which was not getting 220 power. He quickly determined the problem was in my old breaker box. He was able to manipulate the breaker so it could get power again. He was very professional and upfront about the service. Did not try and upsell me on a big repair and just charged for service call.
Description of Work: Repaired 220 breaker to my kitchen range
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
$50
Steven S.
08/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
Very fast and professional service!
Description of Work: Changed out several outlets. Updated / added lighting in crawl space. Added outdoor electrical for lights.
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
$450
Dixie S.
07/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Within hours after the call, the owner Leon was there to fix the outlet. Was very impressed with how quick they were there, as well as the price charged. I will use them in the future for electrical problems.
Description of Work: Changed a electrical outlet I was having do myself, as there was no way the one I purchased was going to fit with so many wires in the electrical box.
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
$80
Allen H.
07/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Very prompt service. Gives a priority to Angie's List subscribers.
Description of Work: Disconnected a hard-wired old stove, and installed a recepticle for the new one.
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
DONALD or Susan P.
06/2013
5.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
We have had them back a number of times. They spent a lot of time to make sure to get the right angle for the sensors. I even had them center an outlet on my bathroom wall and having them replace some undercounter lights. They are very professional and polite
Description of Work: They installed outdoor motion detector lights.
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
John W C.
06/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
I called Leon for an estimate and explained my situation. He was extremely accommodating and much to my surprise was able to come over today. Another company I had called told me it would be a week. Leon arrived right on time and found why the dead outlets were not working. He was extremely professional and polite. While he was here he quoted me on some other electrical installations I wanted to have done. I look forward to having Leon come back to do the work. I highly recommend his services and he will get all of my business in the future.
Description of Work: Checked out 2 dead outlets and found the cause of the problem and fixed it.
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
$75
Corwin E.
06/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Leon was incredibly friendly, polite and knowledgeable. He carefully traced the issues back to an improper installation performed by the builder. Then checked additional connections to determine if any other issues existed. I would definitely recommend EMF and will call them if i need any electrical help in the future.
Description of Work: Repaired an electrical issue that was preventing my kitchen outlets from working correctly.
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
$160
Janice S.
05/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
As usual, fabulous. Leon and his crew went out of their way to accommodate me, a repeat customer. My mother doesn't live in his service area, but he took the time to go see what needed to be done, then scheduled a two day job with her. Leon is very thorough, caring and attentive. Could not have asked for a better experience!
Description of Work: Re-wired parts of my mother's house, plus installed two new breaker boxes.
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
$3,000
Eva H M.
05/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Overall I was very pleased and glad I made the call.
Description of Work: Three of the main outlets in my garage were not working. A GFI had gone out due to the fact that it was old, and I had a refridgerator plugged into it which was putting too much demand on it. This was all repaired. An outlet on my front stoop was also not working. It was found that it was no longer up to current code, and I had plugged a spotlight into it inappropriately with an outdoor extension cord that was no longer good. All the components had been damaged by rainwater. Leon cleaned up the wires, replaced the outlet and put a new cover on it. It works fine now and is better protected from the elements. I do need to reconsider my outdoor lighting options though. In addition to changing out a back door light for me, Leon educated me on some of my electrical options. He was very nice, very professional, and I will definitely use him again. Money well spent.
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
$125
amanda M.
04/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Great response from company. The came in and fixed the problem rapidly. no complaints.
Description of Work: The provider changes outlets and fixed a frayed wiring related to ceiling light
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
$80
Brittany M.
03/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Fabulous! When my plumber came to install my dishwasher, he noticed the electric was not set up correctly and would not reach the inlet for the dishwasher. He mentioned that an electrician was needed to make this a safe installation. I found EMF on Angie's List and called them at 3 pm on a Friday asking if I could possibly have someone come by the end of the day. Bobby was at my house within 40 minutes and was extremely professional. He finished his work within a half hour. By him coming right away I was able to get the dishwasher installed by the end of the night. The job was $100, but the work was very nice and clean. I would definitely have them again; I am always will to pay a little extra for convenience of same day service when something needs to get done on a day off of work. Thanks EMF!
Description of Work: A juncture box was installed so the wiring from the outlet could safely reach the inlet on our dishwasher. This ensured that the wiring would not be a fire hazard and allowed us to get a new dishwasher installed.
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
Elena M.
02/2013
1.0
generator service
+ -1 more
The first day that they came they said that they could probably get it done in a day and it took four months. They showed up whenever they wanted without calling first and they kept raising the price on me. They stayed for an hour or so and then wondered off. They delivered used materials instead of new materials and it was absolutely a disaster. They tried to make up the delays with me by getting me a bigger generator which they did not. They gave me a five year old generator instead of a new one and I ended up having to raise hell in order to get them to replace it. They would come to collect the payments and I told them that they were not going to get anything until they replaced the generator with the new one. It kept going on and on.
Description of Work: EMF Electric installed a home generator for me.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$9,000
JACK AND DIANE M.
02/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Called and spoke to Leon at 9:00 AM and explained my issue. Arranged to have one of hs team swing by at 2:00 that same day. Bobby called at 1:45 and indicated that a job they were working on was running a bit long and that he would be late for our appointment. Called again at 2:30 to let me know he was on the way. Bobby was very personal/professionaln and did an outstanding job explaining not only what he was doing but also what was the core cause of the problem as well.Ina and out in less than an hour with all issues resolved. Good experience.
Description of Work: Had been having problems with fuse popping in several of the upstairs bedrooms with wife/daughter plugging hair dryer and curing iron in at same time. In addition, light in main hallway began to turn off/on by itself.
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
$180
JANE & DOUG C.
02/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Very well. Bobbie arrived right on time, did not mind the dog at all and got right to work. We walked through the house as I explained what my desired result was. Bobbie was very helpful with suggestions of the best way to proceed. Not trying to sell up, just explaining the most efficient approach. All is exactly as I wanted. We have used EMF before and certainly will again.
Description of Work: We had several three way switches changed to either dimmers of timers.
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
$300
Adam R.
01/2013
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
The guys came out and installed the outlets just like I wanted. Good quality materials and great workmanship. I'd definitely use them again!
Description of Work: Installed two new electrical outlets: one on the ground floor and one on the second floor.
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
$175
Ralph W.
12/2012
4.0
electrician
+ -1 more
EMF owner is a friendly man, but leaves a lo be desired when it comes to scheduling and following up.
Description of Work: I had purchased a home security system with 4 video cameras. The installation I needed required three electrical outlets, a remote DVR, the installation of four outdoor cameras and the asociated connecting wiring (mostly in the attic) and a closet A date and time was set. When the date arrived no one showed up.after waitng a half hour with no call I initiated a call and got an answering machine after another half hour I recieved a call from someone who said he was Bobby and would do the work and where did I live. When Bobby and his helper Rus arrived they were very polite and sad they could do the work and were EMF employees. I agreed and was satisfied with their work. based on Bobby and Rus i would try EMF again ,but would nail down the details of their performance much more tightly.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
2.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
RON C.
12/2012
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
This is the second time I have used Leon in thlasers 12 months . Both experiences were top notch- he does what he says he will do when he says he will do it which is almost unheard of these days. Fixes it right the first time at a fair price. Very professional and a pleasure to deal with.
Description of Work: Repaired an exterior elecectrical outlet by front door
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
$150
Cynthia O.
11/2012
5.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
Purchased a hood for our oven and my husband decided he did not wish to install it but would rather pay a professional. I sent a message through Angie's List to Leon and told him that in addition to the oven hood we had some other things that I wanted to discuss with him before we did anything. Leon was very punctual and professional, called ahead of time and showed up early. Took the time to answer all my questions and was quite knowledgeable. He is licensed and insured, which is extremely important to me.
Description of Work: Have only met with Leon to discuss various lighting fixture changes, installing an oven hood, and fixing the wiring for our heat pump. We want to be able to purchase the items but Leon will install. Price will be discussed once we set a date for repairs, etc. Leon called within 24 business hours of sending a message through Angie's List and was punctual, called ahead of time, and very professional.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
blair H.
10/2012
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
I called EMF after consulting Angies List. He said he would call me back within the hour & he did. He told me he would be over within 45 minutes & he was. I explained my problem & he told me what he was going to do to fix it. He was polite, professional & a really great guy. He completed his work, cleaned up everything & his price was very very fair. Leon is my electrician for as long as I live in the area & for as long as he is in business. I will recommend him highly.
Description of Work: Electrical outlets were dead & Leon brought themback to life
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
$150
WILL & JACQUE W.
10/2012
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Leon was at the house in about 2 hours after the call. He fixed everything within a couple of hours. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone.
Description of Work: Electric box problems, light switches, replaced old worn out breakers and brought box up to code.
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
$300
pam M.
10/2012
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Leon came to my home within 2 hours of my calling. He was very friendly and professional. He took the time to explain what the problem was and how he would fix it. I thought the price I was charged was very reasonable and fair. I will definitely call EMF for all future electrical needs.
Description of Work: I had several electrical outlets go out, but the breaker was not flipped,
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Service Categories
Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Wells and Pumps,
Plumbing,
Generator,
Sunrooms and Patio Enclosures,
Appliance Repair - Small,
Pool and Spa Service,
General Remodeling
FAQ
EMF ELECTRIC INC is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
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: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
EMF ELECTRIC INC accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, EMF ELECTRIC INC offers free project estimates.
No, EMF ELECTRIC INC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, EMF ELECTRIC INC does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, EMF ELECTRIC INC offers emergency services.
Yes, EMF ELECTRIC INC offers warranties.
EMF ELECTRIC INC offers the following services: ALL AREAS OF ELECTRICAL WORK, FROM TROUBLE SHOOTING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, DESIGNS OF ADDITIONS & KITCHENS, SUNROOMS, HOT TUBS, & SWIMMING POOLS, CEILING FANS, LIGHTING, & ELECTRICAL SERVICES FOR REMODELING GENERAL, PATIO ENCLOSURES.