Generation 3 Electric & HVAC

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

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

About us

GEN3 is Your Friendly Neighborhood Home Expert, serving Philadelphia and the surrounding areas for 25 years. Give us a call for all of your electrical, heating & cooling and water heater needs!

Business highlights

25 years of trusted experience
Women Owned & Operated
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

We offer friendly and reliable service homeowners love. An incredibly caring staff who will listen to and understand your needs. Solutions that will improve the quality of your home. Options to conveniently replace outdated wiring and equipment. Advice that can help you understand the pros and cons of different solutions. Ideas that will make your home more comfortable. Products we offer include: --Wiring, Lighting, Panel upgrades, Ductless heating and Air, fans --Knob and Tube updates.

Services we don't offer

Things you won't experience with GEN3 are phones that are not answered. Job cost that rise after the work has started. Rude and unpleasant technicians. Confusing customer experiences. Tail light warranties. Unsafe work that puts your family at risk.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.8731 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
87%
4
5%
3
4%
2
2%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.5
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9

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Showing 101-125 of 731 reviews

K T.
01/2019
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Gen3 re-wired our entire house after a ceiling fan fell. All knob and tube wiring was replaced and we received an upgraded box as well as having the house grounded. They were very patient with our many, many questions. After an evaluation, they presented us with three different levels of service to choose from. We had a dedicated electrician who was always available for questions. The process took about a week and the team really did try to limit the dust within the house. They were also great with our kitty and took precautions to make sure she didn't escape. Top notch service both with the electricians and the billing/scheduling staff. It was a little pricier than other companies, but you get what you pay for. We had amazing service with great work. They also do offer 0% financing plans for larger projects, which was very helpful. I will absolutely use them for any future electric work!
Description of Work: Upgrading knob and tube wiring

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
$13,000

Response from Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
Thank you for sharing your experience! We take knob and tube remediation very seriously and do our best to get it done within a monthly budget our customers can manage. Not many companies provide financing, but we know money doesn't grow on trees!

Birgitta S.
01/2019
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The team did a great job and I would recommend them (I was referred to Gen 3 by a colleague). They were on the higher side of the bids I received however, the two hour pre-consult gave me the confidence that they would do a great job which they did. Also, the team was employed by Gen 3 -- no subcontractors which was also part of the decision-making process.
Description of Work: Replaced old knob & tube wiring throughout entire house

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
$14,000

Catherine S.
01/2019
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
One circuit of our electricity was shorting out when it rained. The technician inspected the circuit and found a rusted-out outdoor outlet that needed to be replaced, and performed the necessary work. The work was excellent and prompt. We highly recommend this company!
Description of Work: Diagnosis / repair of short circuit

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

Denise S.
12/2018
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I couldn’t be more pleased that I chose Gen3 to replace my “very old gas boiler/heater” Large purchases always make me nervous but Nicole Curran went above and beyond in explaining everything from start to finish in layman’s terms, to help ease my anxiety. Both Nicole & Travis were prompt, professional & friendly throughout the install. My many questions were met with quick response from the office staff, both Lauren and Heather are pleasure to work with. Do not hesitate to call Gen3 for your heating or cooling service needs.
Description of Work: Boiler/Heater 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

Lois G.
12/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Brian Smith showed up right on time, wore booties, and was super courteous and professional; he took down a u bulb fluorescent fixture that was no longer working and replaced it with a Lithonia Lindbergh LED fixture that I had bought off of Amazon. He solicited questions and answered them all. I would be happy to have him do more work, though I think with Gen3 they may not always send the same person. With their good ratings hopefully everyone is great.
Description of Work: Replaced a ceiling light fixture using an Angie's List deal

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
$77

Ebony W.
11/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
My experience with this this company was great from start to finish. Josh came to my house to give me an estimate. He was very patient and answered all of my husband's and my questions thoroughly. When I called into the office to schedule my service, I only had a very small window when I'd be available to get the work done. I talked to Janay and she helped to squeeze me into the schedule. Dan and Richard came to my house to do the work they were very professional and got the work quickly. I'd definitely recommend this company to anyone.
Description of Work: A new circuit breaker box was installed and 2 GFI outlets were installed in the kitchen.

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

Beverly D.
11/2018
5.0
electrician, heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + 0 more
The Electrical contractor Cory and the HVAC team which included Brian Mitchell Liz McCourty Jim British Jeffrey Wilbur were excellent! There initiative to complete the job in a professional and qualified Manor was a parent at all times. Misses Lauren Casey Jones was such a great comfort and help to me throughout the whole process. I would definitely use gen 3 for all of my needs in the future and would certainly recommend them to my friends.
Description of Work: A whole house electrical upgrade and a complete HVAC system installed

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

Paula F.
10/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
My experience with Generation 3 was completely favorable. The process went as smoothly, promptly and professionally as one could hope, from my first call to the company to the estimate visit by Josh to the work itself performed ably by Dan assisted by Ian. I greatly appreciated how reliable and communicative everyone was (also including Stephen and Heather on the other end of the phone), and how patient and thorough they all were in explaining the work and answering all my questions. If only all contractors were like Generation 3!
Description of Work: Electrical panel 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
$2,500

Jillian S.
09/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
I have had them out twice to do a few different small electrical jobs (new outlets, replacing light fixtures) and both times we had great service and friendly and knowledgeable electricians (shout out to Jon and Gordon). Definitely recommend!
Description of Work: Outdoor outlets installed and broken lighting fixtures 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
$500

Response from Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
Thanks for the recommendation!

Jake N.
09/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
A gentleman from Generation 3 stopped by when he said he would, let us know in advance, and could not have been any more professional and kind in our 5-minute interaction. On top of that, because it was such a minor issue he did not charge us. After this exchange I feel confident we’ve found our go-to team for any electrical problems in the future.
Description of Work: The main light fixture in our dining room had stopped working.

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 Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
We can't wait to work with you again in the future!

Keith F.
09/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
I had purchased a new chandelier for my dining area and thought it would be a simple swap out with the current one that is there. Well...it wasn't. This was NO FAULT of Jose the installer. The chandelier I chose was small but very difficult to install and he handled it like a pro. He also noticed that my electrical panel was never really installed properly. I wasn't planning on expecting to spend the extra cash needed but I did want to take care of it while he was here. I went and had it done out of precaution. The new panel was nice and it also wasn't an easy installation. the only negative was that he had to cut out the drywall to put in the new panel but cut way more than needed so now I have about 2 inches at the top and bottom of the panel that I'll need someone to fix (as you can probably tell, I'm not handy at all ;-) ) Jose also replaced a wall outlet for me and installed some dimmers as well. Overall he was great and if you have Gen3 do work and get Jose, consider yourself in good hands.
Description of Work: Great job and extremely hard worker

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,900

Response from Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
Thank you for the kind review - Jose always goes out of his way to deliver the best customer service!

Adam M.
09/2018
2.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Estimate given was $1311. 1/2-3/4 day to complete. Homewyse estimate for my zip code ranged from $230-$450 with an average time to complete of 2-3hrs. You will be charged $39 for an estimate unless you commit to the job. That $39 charge will be credited to your final cost unless the cost is below $250 or scheduled for another day. You most likely will qualify for the $250 mark however they will also most likely need to schedule your service for another day. BOTTOM LINE: If you schedule an appointment/estimate with this company, you will be charged 4-5x the average amount and complete the tasks slower than most. If you schedule an appointment/estimate and do not agree with the price, you will still be charged $39.
Description of Work: Needed a new doorbell system wired/installed plus an exterior outlet.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
1.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$39

Adam M.
09/2018
2.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Estimate given was $1311. 1/2-3/4 day to complete. Homewyse estimate for my zip code ranged from $230-$450 with an average time to complete of 2-3hrs. You will be charged $39 for an estimate unless you commit to the job. That $39 charge will be credited to your final cost unless the cost is below $250 or scheduled for another day. You most likely will qualify for the $250 mark however they will also most likely need to schedule your service for another day. BOTTOM LINE: If you schedule an appointment/estimate with this company, you will be charged 4-5x the average amount and complete the tasks slower than most. If you schedule an appointment/estimate and do not agree with the price, you will still be charged $39.
Description of Work: Needed a new doorbell system wired/installed plus an exterior outlet.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
1.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$39

Johnathan F.
09/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I can't say enough good things about Generation 3 Electric. It's hard to find qualified contractors that want to take a small residential job. Gen 3 enthusiastically wanted my business and because of the top quality customer service, communication, and highly skilled Master Electricians...I gave it to them. Many thanks to Brian, who did the install. He was on time, patient, and answered all my questions thoughtfully. Shout out to Heather, Janay, and Stephen for great customer service before and after.
Description of Work: Whole Home Surge Protector

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
$495

Response from Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
We're glad you experienced our top notch customer service from beginning to end!

Matthew L.
09/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
As always, a great experience with Gen3. Jose was prompt and efficient, and did the work carefully and on-time. They're the antithesis of most contractors: they show up when they are supposed to, they give you an estimate that matches the price, and they do the work in a timely fashion. Great job!
Description of Work: Whole-house surge protector

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 Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
Thanks for sharing! We look forward to working with you again in the future!

Lorin M.
08/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans, electronic repair
  + 2 more
We have used Gen3 on a couple of different jobs. They installed a new circuit breaker, two ceiling fans, redid all of our outlets and installed a common wire for our HVAC. Each time we reach out to them, they respond promptly and send out competent, professional, and courteous people. They make sure they wear booties and cover up furniture when necessary. I have recommended Gen3 to my friends and family as well. Cannot recommend them enough!
Description of Work: various electrical jobs around the 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
$300

Response from Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
Thank you for your kind review! We pride ourselves on outstanding customer service!

Labaron P.
08/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I can not tell you how happy I am with the work performed by Aaron Davis. He installed a ceiling fan in my future newborn's bedroom. He was courteous and his work was smooth, while being completed efficiently. I have already begun to think about other possible projects that I can call on Generation 3 to complete.
Description of Work: Ceiling Fan 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

Response from Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
Thank you for sharing, we'll let Aaron know!

Brent H.
08/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent service for a simple job. Heather and Janay from customer service kept us abreast of timing and scheduling, and electrican Brian finished the job quickly and to our satisfaction. Will strongly consider for any future electrical jobs we have. Thanks!
Description of Work: Replace 2 light fixtures

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
Thank you for sharing! We look forward to working with you again in the future!

Jacob H.
08/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The electrician, Brian Smith, knew what the problem was immediately and replaced the necessary part so that my recessed lighting was working again in my Living Room. I had written an excellent review on him in July so I was happy he had returned. I am so pleased with the responsiveness of Stephanie, Heather, and Brian at Gen 3. I will use Gen 3 for any electrical needs I might have in the future and will recommend this company to my family and friends. Thanks Gen 3. Jacob J. Hailey.
Description of Work: On July 5, 2018 Gen3 performed some electrical work for me. Last night I had a problem with a light switch installed that day that had stopped working. I chatted on-line with Stephanie at Gen 3 and this morning, August 6, I called and spoke to Heather to set up an appointment for the electrician to return. Heather was able to accommodate me right away and the electrician was here within an hour.

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 Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
We're so glad you've had multiple great experiences with many of our staff! We will pass along the kudos to the team! We look forward to working with you on future projects.

Robin S.
08/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It went extremely well! It turned out the voltage was still alive and well, and all I needed was a new outlet and cover. Brian, who had quickly determined this, ran out to his truck, grabbed what he needed, then installed it, also quickly. He was careful, however, and very nice. And he put those little booties on over his shoes when he first came in, which I very much appreciated.
Description of Work: I had a dead outlet in my bathroom that needed attention.

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
$80

Brian B.
07/2018
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Gen3 did a good job. They were conscientious, diagnosed the problem, and followed through on what they said they were going to do.
Description of Work: We needed the wires that ran from our units to our condenser replace.

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

Response from Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
We're glad you had a great experience from start to finish!

William D.
07/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Great. Very professional and cleaned up entirely.
Description of Work: Put in new breaker board.

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
$1,700

Response from Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
Thanks for sharing!

Dominic S.
07/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Went well. Gen 3 took a care if everything from permits to inspections.
Description of Work: Upgrade to 100amp service

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
$2,300

Response from Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
Thank you!

Jacob H.
07/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Generations 3 sent Brian Smith to assess and repair the problems. He explained to me my options and then proceeded to fix everything. The company did not replace intercoms, but he took a look at it to see if there was anything he could do. The price for his work was reasonable, which was gratifying to me a 69 year old retiree who volunteers as a hospital chaplain. He was a pleasure to work with, and if I ever need any further electrical work, I will contact Gen.3, and ask for Brian.
Description of Work: I had five small electrical issues to be fixed - recessed lighting, dimmer, two outlets, pull-chain light in closet, and intercom.

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 Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
Thank you for the nice review, we will let Brian's manager know what a great job he's done!

Frank J.
06/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
This was the 2nd time I've used Gen 3. The electrician was on time, did an excellent job to my specifications, cleaned up, and was done all within the specified time. I couldn't have asked for more. They are my "go to" company.
Description of Work: Recessed lighting was installed in my living room and hallway.

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
$1,400

Response from Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
We love to hear that! Thank you for sharing!

Contact information

1257 S 26th St, Philadelphia, PA 19146

http://www.generation3electric.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
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
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
PA015898
Trade License Locale
PA
Trade License Authority
Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General - Bureau of Consumer Protection
Trade License Expiration
07/01/2025

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,
Heating and Air Conditioning,
Heating Oil,
Energy Efficiency Auditing

FAQ

Generation 3 Electric & HVAC is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

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

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Generation 3 Electric & HVAC accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
Yes, Generation 3 Electric & HVAC offers free project estimates.
Yes, Generation 3 Electric & HVAC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Generation 3 Electric & HVAC does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Generation 3 Electric & HVAC offers emergency services.
Yes, Generation 3 Electric & HVAC offers warranties.
Generation 3 Electric & HVAC offers the following services: We offer friendly and reliable service homeowners love. An incredibly caring staff who will listen to and understand your needs. Solutions that will improve the quality of your home. Options to conveniently replace outdated wiring and equipment. Advice that can help you understand the pros and cons of different solutions. Ideas that will make your home more comfortable. Products we offer include: --Wiring, Lighting, Panel upgrades, Ductless heating and Air, fans --Knob and Tube updates.
Things you won't experience with GEN3 are phones that are not answered. Job cost that rise after the work has started. Rude and unpleasant technicians. Confusing customer experiences. Tail light warranties. Unsafe work that puts your family at risk.

Contact information

1257 S 26th St, Philadelphia, PA 19146

http://www.generation3electric.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
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
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM