Electrical Contractors serving the Gettysburg area. Residential Wiring & Small Repairs Specialists Owners Perform All of The Work for You 35 Years Experience in the Electrical Field Free Estimates. 3rd Generation Family Business.
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36 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
Electrical Contractor serving the Gettysburg area Recessed Lighting, Ceiling Fans, Small Repair Specialists Tired of Electricians who don't call back or show up when promised ?, then give me a call to meet an electrician who cares. Neat, clean, friendly service at reasonable rates.
Services we don't offer
Generators, Swimming pool Wiring, Landscape Lighting, New construction
We called Opal due to the excellent reviews from Angie's List. They came down for an estimate. They were on time, punctual, professional and easy to talk to. The estimate was a good fair price. The lights were installed to our satisfaction. They did a great job. We since used them for another small job - again to our satisfaction. And I'm calling them today to have the smoke detectors replaced in our home. It's nice to find an electrician that we can rely on!! Quality work, reasonable prices and easy to work with. You can't beat that!!
Description of Work: Installed outside lights to luminate the newly fenced in yard
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
$250
Juan V.
03/2014
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
Very courteous and professional. Did a very good job.
Description of Work: installed a dedicated 60 AMP circuit for a jacuzzi
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
$1,200
Response from Opal Electric Services
Thank you for the wonderful review. It was a pleasure working for you.
Ira K.
01/2014
5.0
electrician, lighting
 + 0 more
I contacted Opal Electric Services for replacement of an electric clothes dryer outlet. The owner, Ed Wood, returned my phone call within a few hours and arranged to come to my home the next day. Ed is very professional, personable and honest. After he completed the work on the outlet we spoke about other work I need done. He was able to stay and complete several tasks. I also arranged for him to return with additional parts and do more work.
Description of Work: Replaced 30 amp outlet for an electric clothes dryer, replaced a light socket for a basement light, repaired kitchen lighting consisting of two fixtures and two wall switches.
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
$240
Response from Opal Electric Services
Hello (removed member name) Thank you for the work. I have located a new range hood for your kitchen. Labor and materials will cost $ 250.00 New hood only comes in white color, unfortunately. You can email me at edwood2001@comcast.net or call me to discuss.
John C.
01/2014
5.0
electrician, generator service
 + 0 more
Opal Electric Services offered more than any other generator installer, at any price. From beginning to end, Ed Wood was on top of every aspect of the job, to include the work that had to be subcontracted (masonry, plumbing and generator start up and testing) and dealing with permits and inspections. Ed's work and the work done by the subcontractors (all chosen by Ed) was top notch. Ed answered all of my questions and was always courteous. At no time did I feel that I was being pressured or taken advantage of. Working with Ed and Opal Electric Services was the most pleasant experience I have ever had with a contractor in New Jersey, and that's after almost 22 years as a home owner!
Description of Work: Installed a 20 kW Generac whole-house standby generator.
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
$12,220
Response from Opal Electric Services
Thank you for the excellent review. So happy you are pleased with everything. Hope to hear from you again.
Lewis B.
11/2013
5.0
electrician, generator service, lighting
 + 1 more
Opal was very courteous and helpful when they came over to give me the estimate. He had prepared a list of products for me to consider. Gave me a list of options and all the pros and cons of each. His prices were reasonable and he was flexible in his repairs even turning down projects he said that I could do to save money which I took advantage of. Opal and all the subcontractors were prompt when it came time to do work. All the subcontractors hired by Opal were well coordinated by Opal and were professional when doing their work. As a result of the fine work done, the Generator and Panel passed on inspections with no hitches. I am very pleased with the results. I have already recommended Opal to a friend and will call them again when needed.
Description of Work: Installed a back up Generator, Electrical Panel and general Repairs.
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
$10,000
Alvin S.
08/2013
5.0
electrician, generator service
 + 0 more
Done in one day - very satisfied.
Description of Work: Installed generator transfer switch
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
$1,500
Response from Opal Electric Services
It was a pleasure to work for you. Thank you for the excellent review and for the lunch that day also.
Benjamin L.
06/2013
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
When I called Opal for the generator a couple of years ago he really took his time and carefully wired and checked everything each step of the way. Since then Opal takes their time and does the job right.
Description of Work: Opal Electric is the best. He has done a meticulous job with 1) generator installation 2) lighting and 3) other electric needs. I tell all my friends to use them and he is my go to person for any and all electrical problems in my house. I have grown to trust and admire Opal and the very high quality of 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
$500
Response from Opal Electric Services
Always a pleasure to work for both of you. Thanks so much for the excellent review.
charles R.
05/2013
5.0
ceiling fans, electrician
 + 0 more
First rate job from friendly professional. Very satisfied with job performed. Would not hesitate to recommend or use again.
Description of Work: Installed overhead fan 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
$225
Dennis V.
04/2013
4.0
electrician, lighting
 + 0 more
Opal Electric Services was very good and very responsive. They did quality work.
Description of Work: I used the electrical and lightning services of Opal Electric Services.
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
$2,000
Erica C.
04/2013
5.0
ceiling fans, electrician, lighting
 + 1 more
I picked everything out and they put it in. It really didn’t take them that long to put in, may be a week. I found out about them through a contractor. I would never pick another electrician ever. These guys are spotless. Not a figure print on the ceiling and they sweep up when they are done. It is amazing. The owner of Opal Electric Services is local. I run into him in Walgreens, the Chinese food place and the grocery store. That is nice too. They were spotless, they did everything exactly the way I wanted it. I even got my light switches exactly where I wanted them in the new kitchen. They told me I was going to end up putting in too much recess lighting and I didn’t need all that. It turned that they were right. I was very glad about that. My husband bought the fan and put it in but we needed the whole thing wired because there was no electricity upstairs. It really was a great thing.
Description of Work: I used Opal Electric Services to rewire my entire house. They gave me an electrical box. I had an addition put on and they hung all the light fixtures. They did all of our recess lighting. They also put in a whole house fan for us. They also did electrical lining in the attic.
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
Response from Opal Electric Services
Always a pleasure to work for you. We sure have done a lot of work there and we are so happy you are pleased with everything. Thanks for all of the referrals too.
Linda S.
12/2012
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
Repair completed on time the day after we first called.
Description of Work: Repaired a shattered electrical conduit on the outside of our house.
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
$600
Gail C.
11/2012
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
Opal returned my call in just an hour or so. We made an appointment for Monday, but they had said that they might even be able to come on Saturday if they finished another job early enough. They actually did come on Saturday and finished the job for me in no time at all.
Description of Work: The chandelier in my dining room stopped working after the power outage. Although my husband changed the dimmer switch, the light still didn't work. Opal got the light working in about 20 minutes -- there was a problem with the switch -- and they even addressed a broken light in the chandelier that I didn't even realize had stopped working. They were excellent, efficient, and easy to do business with. I highly recommend Opal.
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
$85
Mary Ann C.
07/2012
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
We were very pleased with the work they completed. And they were very responsive when my husband called with a follow up question. Eddie also gave us a list of other types of contractors that he recommended which we appreciated since we are new to the area. We would not hesitate to contact them again next time we need an electrician!
Description of Work: Eddie responded to my request for an estimate quickly. He was very professional so we had him install electrical wiring in our new house. They showed up on time and got right to 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
$1,650
Lauren C.
07/2012
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
Ed Wood responded the same day I emailed and came out for an estimate (actually looked at work to be done, as opposed to guess-timating). Gave a good price and had work done within 2 days. Was punctual, neat, very communicative, and did a great job installing an exterior light. Would definately use again : ).
Description of Work: I had an exterior light 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
$150
James C.
06/2012
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
I contacted Opal Electric to provide an estimate for electrical hookup of a hot tub, and Ed called me back the same day. We set an appointment and he came right on time. The next day he sent me the estimate. While I was getting other quotes, Ed contacted me to make sure I received the estimate and to ask if I had any questions. I did have a couple and he answered them promptly. After I decided to hire him, Ed went to the township to submit the permit application - he had done his own research on my particular hot tub model in order to fill out the paper work. On the scheduled work date, Ed and Chris showed up right on time. They did a great job on the wiring, cleaned up after themselves, and even helped me move the hot tub to its final position. I would not hesitate to use them again, and in fact, I've already asked him for an estimate on some additional work. I highly recommend Opal Electric.
Description of Work: Electrical hookup for a hot tub
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
$900
Response from Opal Electric Services
Thanks for the excellent review and glad to hear you were pleased with everything. Hope to hear from you again.
Heather S.
06/2012
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
Ed did a great job - he was available when we needed him, showed up on time, and charged us a reasonable price for the work done. He is honest and I would use him again for our next electrical job.
Description of Work: We experienced a lightening strike during a recent thunderstorm with half the circuits not functioning. Turns out the GFCI circuits needed to be 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
$240
Irene R.
05/2012
5.0
ceiling fans, electrician, lighting
 + 1 more
We've used this company for two different jobs, and both times were very pleased with their work. I anticipate more electrical work to be done in my home and will definitely use Opal Electric. We've also recommended them to friends and neighbors.
Description of Work: We've used Opal Electric Services twice. Both times, and also during the price quote service call, we were pleased with their professionalism, punctuality, and knowledge. They went above and beyond what we originally asked for, providing their advice from years of experience, and helping us configure a better lighting design in our kitchen and family room. They were neat and reasonably priced. I appreciated that they returned my phone calls within the same day, if they were not able to immediately answer the phone. They called if they were running even 10 minutes late, which was incredibly considerate since we're taking time from work to be home for the sales call. We would highly recommend Opal Electric Services.
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
$1,000
Response from Opal Electric Services
So happy you were pleased with our work. Thanks so much for all of the referrals around the neighborhood also.
Sally K.
02/2012
5.0
electrician, lighting
 + 0 more
Owner Ed Wood provided exceptional service leading up to performing the work. He gave a thorough explanation of the work when doing the estimate, and responded within one day to a number of emails prior to our accepting the estimate. The price was lower than other estimates received. Ed and his brother performed the work in an efficient manner, and, as far as I can tell, did good work. They tested the transfer panel by starting the generator, and spent a few minutes getting the generator to run properly.
Description of Work: Installed transfer panel for generator and outside motion detector 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
$1,025
Chuck N.
02/2012
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
My call returned the next day. Ed & Chris were extremely professional. Price was very reasonable. Clean-up was top notch. They went above and beyond what was agreed upon. They actually fixed an outside dangling phone line and attached it to my house. I would highly recommend them and will use them in the future. AAA+++
Description of Work: I had a transfer switch installed, previous owners electrical work cleaned up and brought up to code and non working outside soffit lighting fixed.
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
$575
John M.
06/2011
5.0
ceiling fans, electrician, lighting
 + 1 more
We received a reasonable estimate and went ahead with the work. Between getting the estimate and starting the work we made some changes to the plan, primarily involving extra work. Opal only increased the cost by a modest amount. They did the work on schedule - they were in and out in a day. The work was done to a very good standard and we are very satisfied with there work. We will definitely use them again if we need more electrical work.
Description of Work: Installation of 3 ceiling fans; two replacing existing lights and one requiring installation of new wiring. Also installed a new light requiring new wiring and a switch,
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
$1,200
Tony D.
05/2011
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
Opal Electric (Ed Wood) came in and inspected all of the units and was able to determine that one of the units in the basement was bad. Ed ran out, bought a replacement unit and intalled it right away. They did a great job at a reasonable price.
Description of Work: Our smoke alarms were going off for no apparent reason and it was driving everyone, especially our beagle, crazy. The units are all wired together and when one goes off, they all go off. This happened about a year ago and we ended up changing all of the units throughout the house. To think that this was happening again was horrifying. We checked on Angie's list and found Opal Electric. We contacted Ed Wood and they quickly responded.
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
Yvette G.
01/2011
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
Ed was very plesant and professional from the time he answered my telephone call to completion of the job and leaving my home. Although this was a small job, I would not hesitate to call Opal Electric again for any electrical work in my home.
Description of Work: A few ceiling lights and an outlet were not working. Ed traced the problem to faulty wiring and promptly fixed.
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
Robert D.
12/2010
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
This service (two different jobs) he provided was very good. Ed Wood (the electrician) was very professional, arrived on time, and was very efficient. The first time, he came to repair a dead electric socket in the garage; while there, he discovered that the people who built our house had connected it to the bathroom electrical circuit (!). So he quickly repaired it, but since that outlet was not capable of handling the load it was likely to experience it, set up a second appointment to install a new circuit about a week later. All of the work was completed to what appears to be a very high standard of quality. Mr. Wood was very knowledgable and professional, and was concerned about ensuring that the whole problem was well solved. We subsequently had him do a smaller job (installing some Ethernet cable) which was also well done. I will use his services again the next time I need an electrician and I would give him a strongly favorable recommendation.
Description of Work: Two different jobs, one (in two visits) to repair a malfunctioning electrical outlet, and one to add a new one (as the old one was malfunctioning because it was poorly installed by the home builder). The second was to install Ethernet cabling. The service date is the last time he was here; the main body of the work was done during the summer.
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
$500
Richard L.
11/2010
5.0
electrician
 + -1 more
After checking with Angies List, I contacted Ed Wood (owner). He came to my home the next day to review the project. He provide me a quotation via e-mail the following day and performed the work as promised the following week. His work appears to be excellent and the property was cleaned before he left. I plan upon using him again for other electical projects and strongly recommend him.
Description of Work: Installed 2 outdoor outlets and 4 outdoor spotlights.
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
$1,500
Carol A.
09/2010
5.0
electrician, lighting
 + 0 more
It went well from the estimate to the finish of the job.They were prompt, courteous, fair in price and helpful in their service.
Description of Work: Repaired 1 defective socket. Changed 1 hallway light fixture. Installed 2 new sockets/plugs in basement including rewiring. Installed floodlights in front and back of house. Changed front and back porch fixtures and pole fixture on driveway.
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Service Categories
Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Generator
FAQ
Opal Electric Services is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Opal Electric Services accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard,Venmo,Zelle
Yes, Opal Electric Services offers free project estimates.
No, Opal Electric Services does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Opal Electric Services does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Opal Electric Services offers emergency services.
Yes, Opal Electric Services offers warranties.
Opal Electric Services offers the following services: Electrical Contractor serving the Gettysburg area Recessed Lighting, Ceiling Fans, Small Repair Specialists Tired of Electricians who don't call back or show up when promised ?, then give me a call to meet an electrician who cares. Neat, clean, friendly service at reasonable rates.
Generators, Swimming pool Wiring, Landscape Lighting, New construction