R.B. Hobaugh & Son, Inc. is a family owned & operated electrical contractor serving residential & commercial customers in the Harrisburg and surrounding areas, since 1921. We perform electrical service & new installation. Our commitment to providing superior quality work is backed by our dedication to being honest & fair with every customer.
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RB Hobaugh was my first and only call! I talked to Marc and he took time to talk through my problem over the phone. He answered my questions and even taught me info I didn’t know. He sent a tech, Ron, same-day and he was here fast! It took Ron only a few minutes to figure out where the short was in the circuit, and he fixed it. We will need to re-run wire and fix an outdoor light pole at some point, and we will be calling Marc when the time comes...no doubt about it. Price was excellent on this job and I’m so glad they could respond right away. Ron took lots of time also to talk with me and answer questions. RB Hobaugh are my electricians! I suggest you make them yours as well!
Description of Work: Had a breaker that kept instantly tripping at the panel. I needed an electrician’s help because it was beyond my understanding for DIY purposes.
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
$70
B M.
05/2018
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
The responded on time and checked all the electrical parts (circuit breaker, wall outlet, and related GFI circuits). Determined what the issue was and provided a proper repair.
Description of Work: Circuit breaker kept tripping. They isolated the cause and provided the proper repair to solve this issue.
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
$65
Karen S.
04/2018
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Excellent. We had no past history with Hobaugh but they sent someone out right away, got the work down quickly and were extremely helpful in coordinating work with Met Ed. We just received our invoice and were very pleased with how reasonable it was. Will definitely keep their name and recommend to friends.
Description of Work: Needed work due to wind damage so Met Ed could reconnect.
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
$130
Catherine S.
02/2018
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
We've used RB Hobaugh since moving to the area 15 years ago. They have consistently been reliable, professional, knowledgeable, prompt and a good value. I recommend them to anyone in our area looking for a great electrician.
Description of Work: We needed some old outlets investigated for irregularities
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
$65
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
Thank you for your business. We are here for you whenever you need us.
Greg G.
11/2017
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Mark was able to determine it was in a light switch and confirmed everything else was up to code which was a big relief. Mark identified the problem and fixed it within the first hour and only charged $65.00 which to me was amazing!
Description of Work: Second Floor Hallway Lights continued to trip the breaker in my newly renovated home.
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
$65
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
Thank you for your review. I am glad we were able to resolve the problem.
Todd L.
11/2017
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Mark and his son did a wonderful job. Couldn't be happier with their work.
Description of Work: Install GFCI outlet and run 60 amp electrical service to hot tub with breaker shut off.
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 R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
Hope you are enjoying your hot tub. It was great to get to know you and we are glad we could help you out. Thank you.
Irene B.
09/2017
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
We have used this company before and they have always done a good job. Their prices are very in line and the value of their work is great. We will definitely get them again for any electrical needs we have.
Description of Work: Replaced with a new light in hallway that had a broken bulb still in it. Tighten ceiling light in kitchen.
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
$65
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
We appreciate your business and glad we could help. Thank you.
Aaron S.
08/2017
1.0
electrician
+ -1 more
No call no show for estimate appt.
Description of Work: electrical job <750
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$750
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
I am sorry you thought we did not respond. I left a message on your phone. I do not have the date you called. I called probably a week later. Unless I have the wrong number. (ending 4614). I did try. We talked about the service area, the various electrical items you wanted looked at, some outlets changed, basement area work and switches looked at. I have your paper in front of me. Thank you. Marc
Rob J.
07/2017
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Very well. Prompt and courteous.
Description of Work: Replaced two outside receptacles and put in new outlets and switches in two bathrooms.
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
$400
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
Thank you for the opportunity to work with you. We appreciate the review and look forward to working with you again.
Kara S.
05/2017
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
On time, on budget, done right. Can't ask for more. I've found my go-to electrician.
Description of Work: R.B. Hobaugh & Son installed electric service in our new construction garage.
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 R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
Thank you. And we appreciate your business. I'm glad we could help and look forward to hearing from you in the future.
Michael P.
05/2017
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
It went very well and we are very satisfied. R. B. Hobaugh & Son, Inc. was quick to respond. The workman was polite, knowledgeable, and professional. We received excellent service and I highly recommend this company.
Description of Work: Replaced electrical panel and SEU cable to meterbase.
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 R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
Thank you. It is nice to hear that our electricians are pleasing our customers. It will be passed on to him and thank you for the wonderful review.
Patricia R.
04/2017
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Great job!
Description of Work: Replace electrical box
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
We appreciate your business. Thank you for your feedback.
Kelly S.
01/2017
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
After calling the power company (who would do nothing), I called R.B Hobaugh & Son. They came out the next day and fixed it that day. They understood that I was concerned and even though the wires may have been okay for a little while, they made time to come out right away.
Description of Work: the power line was pulling away from my house.
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
$140
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
Thank you for the call and review. We look forward to helping you in the future.
Matt C.
12/2016
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
I called a few companies and got no answer or response (ugh...deer season!!). Upon calling R. B. Hobaugh, which I found on a map google search....someone answered the call. They put me through to someone who was obviously a manager in charge. I described the issues, and he agreed with my early guess at what was wrong. He said he would have someone out there that day to confirm. I received a call a few hours later from the tech, who was at the property. He described the problem and confirmed with me that we wanted to make the repair. I didn't even confirm pricing, because I knew I only had one solution at that point. So I was at their mercy. btw...at this point EVERY person I talked to, from the receptionist to the tech person...were so pleasant to talk to. It made me feel confident in them and that they would treat me fairly. The tech said he would have the project repaired by the end of the day for sure. He had materials and help on the way. True to his word, he texted me a few hours later to say the power was back on. Since it was going on 6PM, he said that he would return for a bit of cleanup in the AM. I got the bill about 5 days later...I felt they were completely fair in what they charged me. I figured the worst case scenario, since it was an emergency situation, that the bill was going to be several hundred more (which would have felt expensive to me). But I was completely satisfied with dealing with this company. I hate getting phone calls like this about my rental properties, because it always costs me money. But I certainly will call them again, and will definitely recommend them to others. *When I get good service and I feel like I am treated fairly...I like to return the favor by getting that business more business.
Description of Work: I have several rental properties. In a past life, I have had some contracting and real estate experience. But my expertise does not include major electrical issues. My tenant called the first day of deer season to tell me (I was in a treestand) that their lights were super dim and nothing was running at full power in the house. I know enough to know that that was a major problem that I could not handle. I also guessed it was either an issue with the electrical panel (breaker box) or the main line coming in from the meter. Which was later confirmed.
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
$600
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
Thank you for your feedback!
Cynthia J.
12/2016
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Technician was very professional and competent. He spent a good amount of time diagnosing the problem and clearly explained what the problem could be and what the fix could involve.
Description of Work: Our kitchen outlets are not working. Technician identified the problem as likely originating in the breaker which is already scheduled for replacement so there was nothing more he could do. He did rewire the garbage disposal so I could use it and install two light fixtures while he was there.
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
$190
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
Thank you for reviewing us!
Sherry P.
12/2016
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Excellent. On time. Efficient service.
Description of Work: Replace electric outlet with GFI outlet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$172
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
We appreciate your business!
Virginia C.
11/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
It went well. Checked switch, outlet and ceiling fan, also fuse box. Made a small change in ceiling fan. Fuse box was excellent. Said if it occurred again, even within 5 minutes after he left. to call. I was satisfied and appreciated that he checked everything. I definitely will recommend and would call them again. They fit me in the same day as call.
Description of Work: checked why tv went off when heat came on in bedroom and why when light switch was put on same thing happened.
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 R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
Thank you, we look forward to doing business with you in the future!
jake S.
11/2016
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Brandon showed up in the afternoon as I was told in the morning, he was professional and very friendly. He tested the wires and installed the new GFI with little effort due to his expertise. I had installed the new GFI as the previous wiring 30 years ago, he knew right away that the wires had to be switched after testing it.
Description of Work: GFI outlet was not working, I bought a new GFI, and installed it, but it still would not function correctly
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,500
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
Thank you for your review!
Rose E.
11/2016
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Very well. Prompt courteous service. Highly recommended.
Description of Work: Ballast and switch for a fluorescent 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
$85
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
We appreciate your business!
Williams S.
11/2016
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Great on all accounts.
Description of Work: Replaced old bathroom outlet with GFI outlet
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$85
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
We appreciate your business!
Clyde B.
10/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
Excellent!! Their electrician Eric Cosner is very pleasant and knowlegeable
Description of Work: Light fixture 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
$65
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
Thank you for your feedback!
Dave G.
10/2016
5.0
generator service
+ -1 more
As Always, without a hitch. Advance call to affirm arrival time (always appreciated as courtesy), and prompt service performed to our complete satisfaction. It's why we continue to support this excellent service provider. They have a great Team, so whichever service person you get, it will be Professional, Courteous and Complete.
Description of Work: Although we have relied on R.B. Hobaugh for Many Years, this particular service call was for Annual Maintenance of our Commercial Grade 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
$160
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
Thank you. We appreciate the feedback.
Christine S.
04/2016
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
Thank you for giving us the opportunity.
Jeffrey I.
04/2014
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Marc came out to examine house and situate where generator would go and how project would proceed. He e-mailed a proposal including a firm estimate, we agreed and work began a few weeks after the 50% deposit was received and the weather pemitted work. We had the Generac Generator ordered in January, 2014 and once the frigid weather gave us a break, the transfer switch, platform and installation of the generator took a total of 2 to 3 days. Sean was the main electrician and was great and very skilled in the wiring. Cleaned up the electrical panel and repaired a short to one house circuit very efficiently and the jobsite was cleaned up nicely when they were done. Gas line installer was excellent and that was smooth and he fixed a loose connection on our main house meter line. Generator works great, and is set up to test itself once a week for about a ten minute run. Houbaugh will schedule maintenance service in 1 year to change oil filters and check out unit. Working with the guys was great, they accomodate your working schedule well and are prompt when they schedule to work. They communicate by cell phone, e-mail -- some delay in returning to put in ground line but very appologetic and worked to please. They are an excellent local small business and I wouldn't hesitate to use them for any future electrical needs.
Description of Work: Installed house generator including transfer switch, built exterior platform and all natural gas line and electrical connections, battery and startup check.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,400
Response from R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc
Thank you. It was our pleasure to install the generator in you home.
Larry B.
12/2012
2.0
generator service
+ -1 more
Our whole house generator would not start. This company's new "rookie" technician, over two long days could not repair the unit.
Description of Work: Our whole house generator would not start. This company's new "rookie" technician, over two long days could not repair the unit.
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Service Categories
Electrical,
Generator,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Phone Wiring,
Computer Repair
FAQ
R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc offers free project estimates.
No, R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc offers emergency services.
Yes, R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc offers warranties.
R.B. Hobaugh & Son Inc offers the following services: Residential & Commercial Electrical Services – Wiring - Phone, CATV, & Computer, Service Upgrades, Bucket Truck Work, Design Build Projects, Site Lighting, Low Voltage Lighting, & Emergency Stand-By Generator Installation, Sales, & Service.