Red Star Electric Corp.

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

About us

Red Star Electric has been in business for 18 years. We have offices in Westchester (White Plains) and Rockland (Congers) counties. The owner Steve Costanzo has been doing electrical work for 31 years. We offer straight forward pricing which means you know the price before any work begins. All of our technicians are in uniform showing name tags and the company logo so you know who you are dealing with when they come to your door. They are at the top of their field and are always involved in continuing education to stay up to date on any code or product upgrades. They undergo background and drug testing. Red Star Electric provides fast, clean, friendly service along with free written estimates. We are the residential experts for repairs and new installations. We make it a point to leave any work area cleaner than we found it and we guarantee all of our work (ask about our lifetime warranties). We also offer FREE whole house electrical inspections with every service call.

Business highlights

24 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Electrical repairs, panel replacements, service upgrades, surge protectors, all types of lighting, wiring for kitchens, additions, renovations, generators & more.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.9117 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
91%
4
3%
3
3%
2
0%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.6
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9

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Showing 1-25 of 117 reviews

Rodger Q.
01/2023
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Marie and Vinny were professional and efficient. They diagnosed the issue and corrected it. The price was reasonable.
Description of Work: Single circuit diagnostics.

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
$600

Response from Red Star Electric Corp.
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review [Member Name Removed]. We are extremely happy that you are satisfied with the service Marie and Vincent provided.

Peter K.
10/2022
1.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
They wanted close to $700 to check breaker panel, etc for a simple outlet/lightswitch repair. I refused and just paid for service call. Will take my business elsewhere!
Description of Work: Outdoor pole light not working

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0


Response from Red Star Electric Corp.
The customer called and booked an appointment. When our tech showed up, the customer would only open the front door a crack to speak with the tech (not sure why, our techs are in uniform and our trucks are clearly lettered so our customers know exactly who they are dealing with). It turned out that the customer was experiencing a partial outage through part of the house. He was told that we would need to check the main electrical panel and other parts of the house and he said he did not want us in the panel or certain rooms. Long story short, we never made it into the house and he was never quoted $700. He was very insistent that we check only a switch but when he turned the switch on, several exterior lights came on, so the switch was not the problem. We really wish he would have just let us do our job, we have over 100 years of combined experience in the company and we definitely know what we are doing. We just need the opportunity to do it.

Bruno D.
05/2021
1.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I called to book an appointment for a quote, to upgrade our 100A breakers box to 200A. I was told it is $59 for a quote (first electrician ever that wants to charge for a quote). From one of the newest reviews I just read on this profile, someone wrote on March 7th 2021: "They also did a free electrical assessment for me.". Very confusing business practices. I liked the reviews I had seen here. I do not like being charged for a service that others get for free.
Description of Work: Breaker box upgraded to 200A

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0

$59

Response from Red Star Electric Corp.
To start, we would just like to say this review is based on a 30 second phone call. He had sent us an inquiry through the Angi website stating the he wanted an upgrade and price was the main factor. To be completely transparent, if someone is looking for he cheapest price it will most likely not be us. We have some of the best techs in the county and they are paid accordingly. We also use the best materials and give LIFETIME warranties on all new work (best in the county). We show up in uniform and lettered trucks so you know exactly who you are dealing with. We do charge a $59 fee to send a tech out to a house in order to partially cover our time and travel. Once there, we offer a FREE 10 point electrical safety inspection (at no additional charge) and the customer is left with a completed form educating them on any possible issues with their electrical system. I think this customer was under the impression that the previous reviewer who mentioned the free 10 electrical inspection did not pay the $59 (he in fact did pay it). Most contractors charge $125-$150 for the first half hour and then $175-$200 per hour after that. We charge flat rates based on the task and not the hour. With us, you know the exact price before any work begins instead of getting an unknown bill at the end of the job (a lot less stressful). This customer called and when he was told there was a $59 fee he became a bit rude. We give him the benefit of the doubt, maybe he was just having a bad day. Happens to everyone. Funny thing is, both of our 1 star reviews and 2 of our 3-3 stars reviews are people we never did any work for. These people felt compelled to leave a bad review over a phone call or price (speaks volumes). We wish this customer the best and hope his day gets better.

Chinwe O.
03/2021
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It went very well. They were very professional. They also did a free electrical assessment for me, which was sent to me in email. I will use the company again.
Description of Work: The lamp posts on the porch were not working
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Red Star Electric Corp.
Thanks for taking the time to leave such a nice review [Member Name Removed]. We really appreciate it. We do the free safety inspection because most people who call us have not had an electrician in their house in 10 or more years. We check all the electrical devices (outlets and switches) and always remove the panel cover to look inside the panel. There are times when we find that water has been leaking into the panel, this can be very dangerous but can also go unnoticed for a long period of time. We give the homeowner a copy of what we find so they can address problem items at the time or in the future. Have a great day!

Carol M.
02/2021
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The technician immediately identified the problem and fixed it within 20 minutes. He was pleasant, knowledgeable, and quickly fixed the problem. I will definitely use this company going forward
Description of Work: Fixing faulty ceiling 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
$170

Response from Red Star Electric Corp.
Thank you for the great review [Member Name Removed]. So happy that you are satisfied with the service we provided.

Zack R.
09/2020
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Owner Steve and the electrician Murad were phenomenal to work with. From quick and personal communication to efficient and well-done service, I have been impressed with them every step of the way. Their pricing is upfront and fair, their service is impeccable, and they are very friendly. Not to mention, they are very clean and respectful of the home. I will unquestionably be using them again next time I have electrical needs!
Description of Work: New electric panel, new 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
$4,000

Jonathan G.
09/2020
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Very attentive. Performed the work on the spot. Terrific experience
Description of Work: Electrical outlets fixed

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

Terri M.
05/2020
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
They were great. Got four spot lights and one spotlight on a sensor installed in about 4 hours! One of the spots on the back corner of the house is very high,
Description of Work: Outside spots lights 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
$1,200

Kathy R.
03/2020
1.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
I scheduled an appointment and they were a no show. They didnt even call. Very unprofessional. I wouldn't recommend them. My time is valuable as is everyone's.
Description of Work: I needed 3 fixtures replaced and 2 outlets.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Response from Red Star Electric Corp.
We attempted to contact this customer several times after this review was posted but to no avail. When we researched this call, we found that the appointment had been made but was cancelled on the day of the appointment. Looking at our records for that day, it was a very busy time and we had a new person helping on the phones who had just finished training. It is entirely possible a mistake was made and the cancellation was actually another customer and not this one (we did have someone who was not home when we showed up that day). We always like to give our customers the benefit of the doubt so we have sent the customer a $250 coupon that is good for 1 year to make up for any inconvenience. We are always committed to the absolute best customer service we can possibly provide and as much as we try to accomplish this, from time to time we fall short of our goal. We hope this customer will use the coupon so she can see how good we can be and we apologize for any inconvenience.

Michael W.
01/2020
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Over the past 12+ months I’ve used Red Star for a variety of services including (1) the installation of recessed lighting in my kitchen, (2) installation of track lighting in my family room, (3) installation of light fixtures in my dining room and hallway, (4) installation or replacement of various indoor and outdoor outlets, (5) installation of outdoor motion activated floodlights and (6) replacement of my Water damaged main electric service line into my main panel in my basement. In all cases Steve and his team (Murad, Hector and Alex) we’re very professional, prompt, thorough and neat/clean. Steve is very responsive to questions or follow up needs. I am very happy with all of the work to date and would highly recommend them for any electrical need. NOTE: Cost below is for all services listed.
Description of Work: Track lighting, recessed lighting, main service line and box replacement

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
$5,500

Response from Red Star Electric Corp.
We couldn't be happier that you were satisfied with the service we provided. From our end, its always a great to deal with nice people such as yourself. It has been a pleasure working with you.

Shamaila Y.
09/2019
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Very Well. Employees were very professional.
Description of Work: Installation of GFC outlet from panel.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

Response from Red Star Electric Corp.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.

jane P.
09/2019
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Red Star Electric Corp. responded to me in a timely manner and the overall service was outstanding. The electricians were very conscientious and neat. My entryway chandelier was not the easiest to install but Red Star handled it like a pro. Check out the pictures! I feel they did a quality job and I would definitely use them again!!
Description of Work: Center Hall Chandelier hung

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 Red Star Electric Corp.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We appreciate it very much.

Donna S.
08/2019
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Red Star Electric technicians were very professional and courteous and thorough. We highly recommend Red Star
Description of Work: Kitchen Electrical Work

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 Red Star Electric Corp.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We really appreciate it.

Lisa M.
08/2019
5.0
ceiling fans
  + -1 more
Hector & Alex did a great job installing two ceiling fans in our home. Our home is almost 100 years old so we had a few challenges, but they handled them with ease. They were courteous and professional, worked quickly and cleaned up thoroughly when the job was done. Thank you Red Star!
Description of Work: Installation of 2 ceiling fans

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
$914

Response from Red Star Electric Corp.
Just to explain the job a little bit: When we arrived at the house, we removed the existing ceiling fans and found that the fixture boxes that were holding them up were very old and outdated. When we discover this, we informed the customer that they would need to be changed to bring them up to code so they could handle the weight and vibration of the new fans. We truly appreciate you taking the time to leave a review. We are very happy that you are satisfied with the end result, which is always our goal.

Caroline D.
07/2019
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
I am so impressed with Red Star Electric. They are 100% professionals in all aspects of their Business. Steve contacted us immediately after we submitted request for quote and I had a proposal that evening! Steve and his Crew are the real deal. They arrived exactly at the time stated, they kept me informed the entire stage of the project. We have an old house with a lot of unknowns and potential issues. The crew handled each and everyone like champs. The feeling of knowing that my house is wired correctly and to code is invaluable. We are so happy with the finished project and will be calling Red Star Electric for future projects.
Description of Work: Updated ceiling lighting from the old ceiling fluorescent to 7 beautiful, modern recessed lights with dimmer. We also had counter outlets updated to GFCI and needed an entirely new line installed for microwave and stove.

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
$2,100

Response from Red Star Electric Corp.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. So glad you are happy with the service we provided.

Geoffrey J.
06/2019
5.0
generator service
  + -1 more
Steve and his crews did an excellent job of installing and starting up the generator and worked well with my plumber (Colangelo Plumbing) which installed the gas piping and interfaced with ConEd. Steve is a pleasure to work with and is very responsive. It was an arduous six month project due mostly to ConEd regulations and scheduling, but everything went smoothly.
Description of Work: Whole house Generac 16kw generator

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
$9,500

Response from Red Star Electric Corp.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We truly appreciate it.

Julio G.
06/2019
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
It went amazing. Alex & Hector were incredible, professional, and explained every detail of the job along the work. They work was phenomenal and they made sure to clean up after themselves. Thesw guys are amazing. I give them 5 STARS!!! Will definitely do business with Steve Costanzo and his Red Star crew again!!! Thank you!
Description of Work: I had a major issue with a short circuit that the electricians from Red Star identified as coming from under my walkway. It result in no lights at the front portion of my house and my driveway. Red Star helped with providing ideas for a resolution, the lighting fixtures needed, and provided an upfront quote of the work. As soon as I received all the lighting fixtures I call Red Star and was immediately given an appointment for the following week. The job: Install flood light with switch on back of house. -Replace existing light with RING light. -Replace 1 sconce in front of house. -Replace 2 sconces on driveway.

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
$1,040

Response from Red Star Electric Corp.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a detailed review. We especially appreciate the fact that you explained how the service call transpired and how our techs explained each step as they progressed. FYI: They spoke very highly of you also. If we can ever be of service, please let us know. Thank you!

MARC M.
10/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Flawless. They were punctual, patient, efficient, and did a great job. Fantastic electricians.
Description of Work: Replaced two sets of exterior security 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

Response from Red Star Electric Corp.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We truly appreciate it.

Sylvester S.
08/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Al ready submitted review. Red Star was excellent.
Description of Work: various electrical duties

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
$200

Response from Red Star Electric Corp.
Thanks again!

Sylvester S.
08/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Red Star staff are on the money. From Raffel, the onsite person and Steven, the offsite manager, they make the project work.. Timely calls, detail explanations and excellent customer interactions are the reasons why I will use Red Star in the future. Of course, as a consumer looking for a bargain, I thought the price was high... But quality work costs and it was worth it..
Description of Work: relocation of 4 wall outlets, installation light timer switch.

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

Lindsay H.
02/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Went above and beyond to fix and replace shoddy wiring and lighting switch and installed light. Was professional and worked quickly. Only complaint was that prices were a little steep.
Description of Work: Installation of a light

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
$500

Amichai M.
07/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent, affordable, and prompt service from a professional electrician. Would hire again without question.
Description of Work: Refrigerator outlet needed to be rewired and a second outlet 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
$135

Response from Red Star Electric Corp.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We truly appreciate it.

Virginia C.
07/2017
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
This was a pretty easy job with an easy-to-assemble fan. Red Star was able to book this within a few days. I received a text message confirmation asking me to download an app (seriously?) The electrician was on time, professional, and finished in less than an hour. The only glitch was that the name of the electrician was different than the name provided in the text message. While I felt that the price was a wee bit high given the simplicity of the job, I was glad for the quick & professional service. The fact that there was no haggling or negotiations was a plus.
Description of Work: Remove light fixture and install a ceiling fan.

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
$225

Stephen M.
03/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I would give pricing an A, I checked it out. Their responsiveness was good.
Description of Work: He upgraded my electrical 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
$2,700

Jordan F.
02/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Went well. Our job was a bit complicated and the electricians were friendly and keen on doing a great job. Steve is the consummate professional and makes customers feel like they are in good hands. His prices are fair given the high level of service he provides. Steve seems to strive for excellence and perfection and we appreciated that. We'll likely make Red Star our "go to" firm. I'm going to recommend them to others. They're ahead of the pack!
Description of Work: Installed dozens of Control4 zigbee switches along with installation of some 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
$2,500

Contact information

75 Virginia Rd, White Plains, NY 10603

http://www.redstarelectricny.com

Service hours

Monday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
1226
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Service Categories

Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Generator,
Home inspection

FAQ

Red Star Electric Corp. is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Red Star Electric Corp. accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
No, Red Star Electric Corp. does not offer free project estimates.
No, Red Star Electric Corp. does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Red Star Electric Corp. does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Red Star Electric Corp. offers emergency services.
Yes, Red Star Electric Corp. offers warranties.
Red Star Electric Corp. offers the following services: Electrical repairs, panel replacements, service upgrades, surge protectors, all types of lighting, wiring for kitchens, additions, renovations, generators & more.

Contact information

75 Virginia Rd, White Plains, NY 10603

http://www.redstarelectricny.com

Service hours

Monday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM