Mel Carr Electric

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans

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

About us

We thank you for taking the time to research Mel Carr Electric for your residential electrical needs. Our incredible customer service and highly trained electricians are just some of the ways that this 48 year old family-owned company is leading the pack among residential service technicians in the Capital Region. If you choose to use our company, you can expect: • A warm and friendly greeting on the telephone by a live person. • Bright yellow booties on our shoes to protect your floors and keep your home as clean as when we arrived. • Up-front pricing for the entire job, there are no cost surprises when the work is completed. • Experienced, trained, and qualified electricians to troubleshoot existing problems and install new wiring to prevent future issues. • Our guarantee that you will be completely satisfied with all workmanship and quality of the service you receive.

Business highlights

48 years of trusted experience
LGBTQ+ Friendly
Family Owned & Operated

Services we offer

A/c wiring, apartment meters, attic fan installations, backup power supply, capacity upgrades, ceiling fans, circuit breakers, code compliance, electric heat, exhaust fans, telecommunication cable, Fixtures, fuse to circuit, lighting, meter base repair, older homes rewired, outlets, overhead & underground electrical specialties, lamp post setting & wiring, power wiring, security lighting, smoke detectors, pools, phone wiring, trenching services, voice data/lan cabling

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
CreditCard
Financing Available

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9206 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
85%
4
8%
3
3%
2
2%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.4
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Filter reviews by category

Showing 26-50 of 206 reviews

Therese J.
03/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Made my day! I had Dan Amadeo. So good to know that there are still service people that are truly here to serve! He not only showed me precisely what was wrong but gave me two options on how to repair, one which would have saved more than 20% on the job. (As the absolute dollar amount was not too different I went with the higher priced option). He was sincere, upbeat, and comprehensive in both his evaluation and the job he did, pointing out other areas for improvement for the future. Additionally the customer service line at Mel Electric was also so helpful when I called and they got someone out to me as soon as possible. I'll never use anyone else. Should I ever need an electrician again I'm going with Mel... no contest!
Description of Work: Electrical Outlet Replacement

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 Mel Carr Electric
[Member Name Removed], you just made MY day!! What an incredible review, and what an awesome experience you shared:) Thank you for your business and thank you for being so appreciative of our service. Reviews like this make our job a [Member Information Removed] easier when things get tough, so thank you for letting others know about us!

Adem A.
11/2017
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Very good service but very expensive. I would definitely get quotes from somewhere else before I do any work again with Mel Carr Electric.
Description of Work: I had issue with my electric baseboard heater. There was shortage or loose wires somewhere behind panel. Work was done perfectly. Technician Gary arrived at 11am and he was out at noon. EXACTLY FOR 1 HOUR OF WORK I WAS CHARGED $395.00 plus tax.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$395

Response from Mel Carr Electric
Hi [Member Name Removed], I want to thank you for sharing your experience! I am very happy to hear that your problem was resolved properly and with minimal interruption to your schedule. When we perform a diagnostic we are making an educated assessment of how involved the task will be and then quoting you an up-front price that will not change for the entirety of the project, and there is no time limit for this work. Fortunately, based on 41+ years of experience and training, we were able to find your problem in an efficient and timely manner. I understand your concern about price, this is not a topic we take lightly. I can assure you that had the job taken three times that amount of time to find the issue, you would have been charged the exact same amount. I would encourage you to please feel free to reach out to me offline to continue this discussion, I assure you I will do everything I can to make you a satisfied customer. Thank you for your review:) Thanks again, Rob Carr

grace D.
11/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Perfectly! Very meticulous, neat and professional. They came on short notice and did an excellent job.
Description of Work: They replaced 8 hardwired smoke detector/carbon monoxide detectors.

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
$900

Response from Mel Carr Electric
That's awesome, thank you for sharing your experience! We are grateful for your trust and happy to help however we can:)

Nancy R.
10/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Dan was very nice, very prompt, and very professional! He came out to our home within about an hour or so after we called. He fixed both outlets and also told us of a coupon and another discount that we qualified for, which we greatly appreciated.
Description of Work: We had a dryer outlet that showed signs of a "flash" problem. This problem was noticed when a new dryer was delivered today. This outlet needed to be checked and was ultimately replaced today by our Mel Carr technician, Dan, along with another faulty outlet that I was concerned about in our family room.

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
$340

Response from Mel Carr Electric
Thank you for your amazing review! We are thrilled that you were happy with your service call and please let us know if there is anything we can help with in the future! We truly appreciate your business:)

James T.
10/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It was installed with minimal issues. Installer was professional.
Description of Work: Replace bathroom vent fan.

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
$400

Response from Mel Carr Electric
Thank you so much for your review! We truly appreciate your business and hope to hear from you again! :)

Roger-Cyndy W.
09/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Another electrician, the one who actually installed the new circuit breaker box, could never find the reason why that one breaker would constantly trip. After it tripping yet again, we phoned Mel Carr Electric. They had technician, Dave B. out to our home within an hour ! Not only was he able to quickly located the problem (recent construction work on our home had dislodged an outside outlet which kept shorting out), but he fixed it once and for all. We have 4 cats and though he said he was allergic to cats, did not make a big fuss about it even when our Maine **** cat (Rascal) kept trying to "make friends" (despite putting him repeatedly in another room). Rascal knows "good people" and Dave B. was very personable, professional, instructive and helpful. It was a bit expensive, but Dave B. told us all of our options before beginning any work and gave us the chance to select the work to be completed. Would definitely use them again!
Description of Work: We phoned early this morning, because a circuit breaker kept tripping.

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
$215.74

Response from Mel Carr Electric
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review and share your experience! We are so happy to hear that Dave was able to solve your problem! We agree that he is great (and so do our pets!) and we'll be sure to pass along the compliments from you and [Member Name Removed]. :) We truly appreciate your business and please let us know if you need anything in the future! Thanks!

Kelly R.
09/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Nothing major was found but learned that the LED light bulbs we were using either are not meant for enclosed lighting or were just a bad batch of bulbs. Also learned about new options for lighting in the kitchen. They replaced a bad outlet as well. I do feel a lot better knowing there are no major issues with the electrical system. Dan was very professional, provided options and pricing up front so I could make an informed decision.
Description of Work: We needed to have the electric checked for the kitchen as we were having issues with bulbs blowing out and flickering

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
$500

Response from Mel Carr Electric
Thank you for sharing your experience with our company! We never like a diagnostic that doesn't lead to a "smoking gun", but our technicians felt very good that value was able to be given to solve your problem. We are here should an additional concerns arise. Thank you for your business and for taking the time to leave a review:)

Patricia K.
09/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
I am completely satisfied with the work Mel Carr Electric did in my home. I had a long list of issues I needed them to do. They gave me prices up front, so I could set priorities, maybe putting off some of the less urgent work for later. Dave B did a full inspection of the system in my home, checking all the outlets, making recommendations etc. He showed great attention to detail and I felt confident I was dealing with a pro. He's also a really nice guy! The amount of work I had done took two days, and on the second day he brought another electrician, Sean, who was also competent and friendly. I would highly recommend using this firm if you want the job done right the first time. (As I did not get other bids, I cannot comment on the pricing, although I was grateful to know upfront what I would pay.)
Description of Work: Inspect and repair electrical system in newly purchased home. Move and fix light fixtures. Install electricity and outlets in detached garage, replace broken outlets, full home electric inspection.

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 Mel Carr Electric
Thank you for your wonderful review! We agree that Dave is a really great guy! We appreciate your business and would be happy to help with any future needs. Thanks again:)

John L.
08/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Electrician Dan A. arrived on time as scheduled. Wiring checked out OK. He explained advantage of having CO detectors in sleeping areas. Old smoke detectors had ended their life program and were removed and replaced with new carbon monoxide/ smoke detectors. Dan disposed of old equipment. Punctual. Perfect. Professional. I wanted his expertise so My family remained safe at home.
Description of Work: Two house wire connected smoke detectors were single beeping once per hour. Possibly indicating end of useful service life. Inspect electric wiring to detectors. Replace with two CO/Smoke detectors with battery backup.

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
$194

Response from Mel Carr Electric
That's a great point, [Member Name Removed]. We strive to educate our customers and help them to understand their house and the unique systems inside to make the most informed choice possible. In addition to Punctual, Perfect, Professional, I would like to like to add that it was a Pleasure to work with you and to Please let us know if we can help in any way in the future! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, it truly helps to get the word out about our company:)

Betty F.
08/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I thought their price was reasonable. They are very responsive. Yes, I would use them again.
Description of Work: They fixed my doorbell.

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
$85

Response from Mel Carr Electric
Thank you for your review! We appreciate your business and would be happy to help whenever the need arises:)

Christina H.
07/2017
1.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I contacted Mel Carr electric. I wanted 2 existing out door fixtures replaced. It was a simple, one man job. It would have taken probably one half hour for both. I was given a price of $300.00. I have had other electric projects done by other companies. Based on the time and labor the price of $300.00, was price gauging. When I called Mel Carr electric, they said they would have a man come to my house and if I liked the price they would do the job then. I am widowed and live alone. I feel the price was based on this. I called another electrician and after explaining the 2 simple jobs, he gave me a price of $ 150.00 while I was on the phone. I did show the Mel Carr electrician the fixture to be replaced, so he knew the work involved.
Description of Work: I needed 2 existing out door fixtures replaced. I had already bought the fixtures to install.

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


Response from Mel Carr Electric
We do our best to respond to each and every review on this site to address any issues with our company and with our methods of speaking with our customers. I am afraid this review does not share the whole story. Here is the summary written by my technician, minutes after leaving this call: ----------------- Jason C. - 10:50 AM Work Order 81307 note was added Contacted customer estimating arrival time. Customer met me outside upon arrival. Handed her business card and introduced myself. Telling me about the job how it was only going to take 15 minutes before I had a chance to say anything. Quoted her a price to hang 2 fixtures. Immediately started swearing at me saying this was f%^&king price gouging. Saying this was f%^&king ridiculous. Slammed the lights and business card down on garbage pail. Picked up fixtures shut garage door on me. ------------------ This technician is someone who has been with my company for over five years and whose customers typically rave about him. He is kind and extremely courteous to his customers and their homes. This was his experience on this call, only edited to hide the profanity. We did not ask for any money, we arrived as promised on time, ready to perform these tasks, and gave a written up-front price, which was taken from a standardized price book, ensuring that each and every customer receives the same price for the same job. I am at a loss as to how to respond to this call because we take customer service incredibly seriously, and normally I would have called this customer to discuss this call and see if there was something we could do (price included) to help her feel better about this service call. Before I had that chance she called my office and berated my office staff as well, and saying that she was going to get us with a negative review. We are a small local business, and we only exist to offer a valuable service at a reasonable price. I will always work with people who want to use our services, but no one has a right to curse at or abuse my staff. We appreciate each and every one of our customers and promise to go above and beyond in any way that we can for them. This review is simply not indicative of an experience with our company.

James B.
07/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent, professional services were provided. The electrician, Dave B., was pleasant, on time and did a great job.
Description of Work: Some re-wiring of circuits in existing entrance panel; installing circuit breakers; relocating some entrance panel wiring to alleviate previous wiring congestion.

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
$535

Response from Mel Carr Electric
That's really great of you to share your experience! We are thrilled that everything went so well on your service call. Thank you for your business:)

kathy S.
06/2017
4.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
Dave was great and offered me options on work. Ceiling fan replacement and switch replacement were an easy fix. My only issue is that work was not done on an hourly basis, but on a fee basis, which I thought was very high. I would've given an A if it were not so expensive.
Description of Work: Ceiling fan replacement and switch replacement.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Mel Carr Electric
Thank you for your honest feedback! We do our best to accommodate our customer's pocket books while maintaining the best quality service available, and we promise that we will always offer an up-front price and the ability to accept or decline that work. We truly appreciate your business and thank you for sharing your experience. I am glad you were able to use the coupon here on Angie's List on your call and feel free to use that coupon for each visit, no matter how big or small. And if you would like to talk about anything further, please feel free to reach out to me directly at rob(at)melcarrelectric.com. Thank you again!

Henry H.
06/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent service and he was very professional. I have used the company in the past and have always been pleased.
Description of Work: Short circuit was discovered to be caused by an outside outlet. The problem was detected quickly and options were suggested.

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 Mel Carr Electric
That's really great to share [Member Name Removed], thank you for your feedback! We appreciate your business:)

Daniel M.
03/2017
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Estimate form Mel's Carr electric, and we didn't use them. I wanted to get another estimate, because I thought the estimate was too high. I don't know if it was a bad estimate it seemed high enough that I wanted to get another estimate. I'm doing some of the work myself. They were prompt and professional. I have a little trouble with the estimate, they just took the highest item and multiplied it by 3. I wasn't real happy with their estimate process. As far as coming out and being throughout they were. I don't really have anything to compare it with. They may be just as good or bad as any other company. They were responsive, they took my call right away the next day maybe. They were right on time.
Description of Work: Estimate for lighting in bathroom.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

Response from Mel Carr Electric
I really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. I am sorry that the quoting process did not go as it should have and would love to have the opportunity to assist you in the future should you have any further needs. Please feel free to reach out to me directly for any assistance, we want to make sure that we are giving each and every customer the most value for their money, and it sounds as though this quote did not achieve that goal. Thank you again, and please let me know if I can help in the future. Thanks, Rob Carr

Peter M.
02/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Jason C. assisted by another electrician, Dave, completed the work in about 1 and 1/2 hours. Everything was completed to my total satisfaction. Both men came on time and were professional, as well as being very friendly. I would recommend them to others and would certainly hire them again.
Description of Work: Install 2 recessed LED ceiling fixtures and dimmer switches. Install a junction box on outside garage wall, for a lighting 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
$680

Response from Mel Carr Electric
What a wonderful review, thank you for sharing your experience!

Thomas & Mary D.
12/2016
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
Jason C. And Gary C. were on time, efficient, neat, concerned with our preferences and completed al of our jobs to our great satisfaction. They cleaned up after they were finished and put everything back in place.
Description of Work: A problem ceiling fan was installed, 3 different 3 way switches were installed and a new circuit was added.

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

jude C.
10/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I called Mel Carr , expressed my concerns and a electrician was sent to my house within the hour. Dave B. made a quick assessment and got immediately to work. Very impressive customer service and high quality work. . I was delighted with the responsiveness of this company. Definitely use them again.
Description of Work: I had concerns about some wires that were burnt by a handyman who was doing a plumbing job. I also was concerned about exposed wires in the attic.

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

robin D.
10/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
They came when they said they would and called before they came. All jobs were done quickly and neatly.(wore shoe booties}. Dave and Gary were friendly and efficient. I would use them again and refer them to friends.
Description of Work: Bathroom light fixture installed. Outlet switch moved. Switch repaired.

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

Lisa F.
10/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
excellent, they arrived on time, and completed the job very quickly
Description of Work: Dave B and his assistant preformed services at my home in Albany. I was very happy with the service, price and gentlemen that came to my home.

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
$875

Erin H.
09/2016
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Went fine, It took the electrician some time to diagnose the issue. Once diagnosed, he fixed the problem. There were no other issues at all. I probably wouldn't hire again only due to the high cost of the service. There were no problems with the service at all.
Description of Work: Needed diagnostic work done on a broken circuit and to fix the issue

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$800

JoAnn S.
08/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Jason C arrived on time and did an excellent job. Installation was neat and lights work great. Highly recommend.
Description of Work: LED lighting installation.

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
$400

Michael M.
08/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Very well, no problems at all but I do think the cost was a little high for the job. Dave B. was very courteous and did a fine job changing the outlet in a reasonable amount of time.
Description of Work: Change and electrical outlet for an air conditioner

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
$160

Steve L.
08/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
He discovered the problem which was a port hole in the pool pump was exposed. He plugged the hole, put silicone around it to ensure no further moisture would get inside the pump. In addition, he informed us that it would be better for our circuit breaker to install a timer rather than turning it on and off every day. So we decided to have the timer installed as he said he could do it right away.
Description of Work: The circuit breaker connected to our pool filter was tripped. I called Mel Carr Electric at 7:10 a.m. They called me back within 30 minutes and sent a service person here about 12:30 pm.

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
$339

Renee B.
07/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Dan did a wonderful job, as he's always done. I highly recommend Mel Carr Electric.
Description of Work: Install a ceiling light fixture

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
$209

Contact information

6 Highland Ave, Albany, NY 12205

https://www.melcarrelectric.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

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

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

FAQ

Mel Carr Electric is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Mel Carr Electric accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard,Financing Available
Yes, Mel Carr Electric offers free project estimates.
Yes, Mel Carr Electric offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Mel Carr Electric does not offer a senior discount.
No, Mel Carr Electric does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Mel Carr Electric offers warranties.
Mel Carr Electric offers the following services: A/c wiring, apartment meters, attic fan installations, backup power supply, capacity upgrades, ceiling fans, circuit breakers, code compliance, electric heat, exhaust fans, telecommunication cable, Fixtures, fuse to circuit, lighting, meter base repair, older homes rewired, outlets, overhead & underground electrical specialties, lamp post setting & wiring, power wiring, security lighting, smoke detectors, pools, phone wiring, trenching services, voice data/lan cabling

Contact information

6 Highland Ave, Albany, NY 12205

https://www.melcarrelectric.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed