Capital District Electric

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

About us

Give Capital District Electric a call at (518) 573-1059 where no job is too big or too small. We do quality work, right the first time! Whenever you call Capital District Electric you will speak to a licensed electrician. Whenever you have us do your work it will be done by a licensed electrician not a helper or a electrician in training. We accept Checks, cash and all major credit cards. Additional email - capital.district.electrician@gmail.com.

Business highlights

26 years of trusted experience
LGBTQ+ Friendly
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Electrical, Replace Outlets, Switches & Upgrades, Heat Installs, Hooking Up & Wiring Solar Panels.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

5.0145 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
97%
4
1%
3
0%
2
1%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.9
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

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Showing 26-50 of 145 reviews

Marsha M.
09/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Dan called within minutes of my posting, arrived on time and completed the job in a quick and professional manner. I am completely satisfied and would use their services again. Thanks Dan!
Description of Work: Lighted switch installed indoors for an outdoor outlet.

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

Ronald S.
08/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Eric is terrific!! He worked hard to figure out the problem and tried to find the simplest, most cost effective solution. Eric truly cares to provide great service and fully trust him.
Description of Work: Outside lights don't work

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 Capital District Electric
Thank you Ron for your review i keep meeting such nice people from Angie’s list it’s been great meeting you and your wife

Sean M.
08/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Eric's work was neat, precise, clean, fast, thorough and smart.
Description of Work: Electrical panel upgraded and replaced, replaced standard outlets with gfi outlets, installed outdoor outlet and rerouted switch, replaced ceiling fixture, installed LED dimmer

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
$2,900

Response from Capital District Electric
Thank you so much for your review and business it was my pleasure to work for you and thanks again for your service

Lorraine N.
08/2018
2.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I read many good reviews and chose Capital Electric because of them. Unfortunately, my experience was less than satisfactory. After waiting several days for a return call, Mr. Smith said he could do the job a week from when we talked. When the appointed day/time came, nothing happened. He did not show up and did not call - I gave him my cell and land line numbers. Too bad. I guess he has plenty of business and blew me off for something else. Now I have to start over.
Description of Work: Replacement of weather housing on the garage. Replacement of security light.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Response from Capital District Electric
[Member Name Removed] I apologize I have no record of work scheduled I would never just not show up I sincerely apologize if I scheduled with you but have no record of it

Michael W.
07/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Capital District Electric was the first place I happened to choose on here and I’m glad I did. Eric got back to me within a few hours and was able to come over the same day. He was polite and professional the entire time. He got right to work, explained the issue, got a new part, and installed it the same day. He moves fast and is focused on getting the job done. When he installed the new breaker, he even cleaned up a ground wire that we didn’t know was just hanging in the old box. I’m very happy with his work and will definitely use him in the future.
Description of Work: Half the electricity went out in our house, we had no stove, washer, dryer, garage door opener, Internet (FiOS box went out) and half the lights weren’t working. Eric came, did an assessment, and determined the breaker needed to be 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
$750

Response from Capital District Electric
Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your review I really value your business thanks again

SARAH Q.
06/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I called and the technician came right away. My chandelier had dropped down and I thought it would come crashing down any minute. He determined it wasn't actually an emergency and a very easy fix-turns out the kids had been playing with the key that controlled a mechanism that automatically lowers and raises the chandelier. We just moved in so we had no idea what this key did. It literally just took a turn of the key to make the chandelier go back up. Even though he came on an emergency call, he didn't charge me! It's hard to find nice honest people like this these days. I will definitely use him in the future for any electrical work I need done!
Description of Work: Chandelier in foyer had dropped down

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 Capital District Electric
Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your review

Rick T.
05/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Made room in his schedule to ensure he completed the job on day he promised. Better yet...he came in $50 under his estimate price. Will definitely consider contacting on future electrical work.
Description of Work: Fix exterior electrical line conduit attached to house and re-caulk line to meter 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
$450

Response from Capital District Electric
Thank you [Member Name Removed] for taking the time to write a review and your business i truly appreciate it

BERNADETTE P.
03/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Eric he does a great job in a really short time he's always willing to come right away and do the job
Description of Work: A brand new electric outlet

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
$108

Response from Capital District Electric
Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your continued business and review it’s always a pleasure to work for you Eric

William W.
01/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Extremely well. Very professional would recommend and continue to hire.
Description of Work: Lights installed. Many recessed lights in the living room, one in the bathroom, a chandelier.

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
$1,600

Response from Capital District Electric
Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your review and business best wishes to you and your family

Beth R.
01/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Eric returned my initial inquiry in a timely manner. We scheduled an appointment and he arrived a few minutes early. He completed the necessary work and made recommendation for a fix to prevent further issues. His professionalism was evident from the beginning. I immediately inquired about the cost of additional work, new wiring and installation of overhead lighting in our family room which has been too dark since the day we moved in. Eric made some recommendations for that work at a price that was well within our budget. He came back in time when scheduled, completed all work in the time promised, cleaned up after himself, and was genuinely thorough. The best experience I’ve had with any contractor I’ve hired for any work around the house yet. I will recommend Eric without hesitation to anyone I know and I’m sure will be having him back for additional projects in the future.
Description of Work: Repair faulty receptacle, rewire line from over range microwave to breaker box, and new wire/install overhead lighting fixtures

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
$800

Response from Capital District Electric
Hi [Member Name Removed] I truly appreciate your great review it was a pleasure to meet and work for you and [Member Name Removed] thanks again and have a great new year

Steve Z.
11/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent job. Eric does great work, and is a really good guy. Never stops moving! He will continue to be my first call for all things electrical!
Description of Work: Installation of transfer switch for generator power to 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
$950

Response from Capital District Electric
[Member Name Removed] thank you so much for your repeat business and great review

Carolyn M.
10/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Great! He will be doing more work for me soon.
Description of Work: Eric checked for me a number of outlets, rehung fixtures, installed GFI, helped me better understand correct installation of ceiling fans, and best solution for my livingroom, rehung poorly installed lighting, and patched ceilings, a task rarely done well by other electricians I have hired. Cleaned up.

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
$650

Response from Capital District Electric
Thanks [Member Name Removed] for your review I really appreciate your business

BERNADETTE P.
10/2017
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
Great everything was done perfectly and cleaned up
Description of Work: Needed a fan put up

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
$130

Response from Capital District Electric
Thanks again [Member Name Removed] for your business and taking the time to write a review

Trey M.
09/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I had an excellent experience with Capital District Electric. His response to phone or text was very prompt. He called ahead of time to let me know he was running a little late. When he arrived, he got right to work and handled the job with professionalism. After everything was done, he cleaned up the mess he had made. He was wonderful to work with and stuck to the estimate quote he had given me prior to the work. I will definitely be using Capital District for my future electrical work.
Description of Work: Replace electrical service wire on side of the house. Replace 100V breaker box with 200V.

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
$2,000

Response from Capital District Electric
Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your business and your great review I really appreciate both

Susan G.
08/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
The work went very well. Eric was right on time, very professional and friendly.
Description of Work: Replacement of ceiling fan and two light fixtures.

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

Response from Capital District Electric
Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your review I value your business and feedback

Peter K.
08/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent the appointment was scheduled for 9:00 am on 8/23/17 and Eric showed a little before the appointed time. I explained the problem and after looking at the dryer connection he installed a new 30 amp fuse. He also installed a new ground fault outlet in my kitchen that was not installed correctly when the renovation was originally done by another contractor. We also discussed a number of other services I am planning on doing. In all he was here approximately 45 minutes and the cost of all work was around $200. This was much better than the other estimates I received on the dryer work alone. I am planning on having Capital District Electric do more work on my house in the coming months.
Description of Work: Needed a new 30 amp fuse installed for my new dryer.

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
$200

Response from Capital District Electric
Thank you for taking the time to write such a good review I appreciate your business [Member Name Removed]

Larry R.
07/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Eric was very responsive to our initial inquiry and was able to fit us in on short notice. Extremely knowledgeable and professional and finished all the work quickly., He did a great job on everything. Very pleased and would definitely call him again for any electrical projects.
Description of Work: Installed new circuit, replaced bathroom exhaust fan, installed dimmer switches around the house, consulted on some electrical questions we had.

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

Response from Capital District Electric
Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your review and your business

Mildred S.
07/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
We have used Eric for electrical work in the past. He is prompt, his pricing is fair and goes a good job. Will definitely use him again.
Description of Work: Miscellaneous electrical work - replacement of outlets and switches. Repair of lighting fixtures.

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 Capital District Electric
Thank you [Member Name Removed]for your review and more importantly your repeated business

Jim M.
07/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
He was right on time and the work was completed very quickly.
Description of Work: Replaced a number of outlets.

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

Response from Capital District Electric
Thank you [Member Name Removed] for taking the time to write a review I really appreciate it and your business

Colleen S.
07/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Eric performed excellent work. He does all the work himself and is very efficient and professional as others have noted. He is also very knowledgeable in his field with many years of experience. It is refreshing to experience a contractor who does great work and who cares about the customer. He uses quality components and his pricing is fair. I also work in the electrical field for a major company and can attest that Eric knows his stuff. It was a pleasure to talk with him and get to know him for the short time he was at my home; he was very 'down to Earth' and easy to talk to.
Description of Work: New 200 amp electrical panel installed

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 Capital District Electric
Thank you don and [Member Name Removed] for your review it was a pleasure to work and talk to you

Bill S.
07/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Much better, and faster, than expected. Very professional.
Description of Work: He installed 2 electric fans with remotes, in the upstairs BR and Loft. New Construction.

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 Capital District Electric
Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your review and your business enjoy your fans

Bob C.
07/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The work was quickly and professionally, everything was cleaned up well, and the outlets are a big hel
Description of Work: wired two outdoor electrical outlets.

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
$400

Response from Capital District Electric
Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your review and your business

Sue B.
06/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Very courteous and professional. Will definitely use him again.
Description of Work: New outlets, new fixtures in stalled, label circuit box, install ceiling fan

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

Response from Capital District Electric
Thank you [Member Name Removed] for taking the time to write a review

monica H.
06/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
He knew exactly what he was doing, very thorough, and it didn't take a long time.
Description of Work: Had my breaker box labeled

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 Capital District Electric
Thank you [Member Name Removed] it was nice meeting you and your dogs

Stephen P.
06/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Fast and efficient. The job was done in less than 30 minutes.
Description of Work: Replaced a 16 ft foyer light fixture.

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
$180

Response from Capital District Electric
Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your review and your business

Contact information

450 Central Ave Ste 66276, Albany, NY 12208


Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
Albany license # 392

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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,
Ceiling Fans,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Generator,
Home Automation,
Phone Service - Landline,
TV Sales,
TV Service - Cable,
Internet Service,
TV Antenna,
Phone Wiring

FAQ

Capital District Electric is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Capital District Electric accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Capital District Electric does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, Capital District Electric offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Capital District Electric does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Capital District Electric offers emergency services.
Yes, Capital District Electric offers warranties.
Capital District Electric offers the following services: Electrical, Replace Outlets, Switches & Upgrades, Heat Installs, Hooking Up & Wiring Solar Panels.

Contact information

450 Central Ave Ste 66276, Albany, NY 12208


Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM