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Expert Home Electric

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

About us

Robert D. Samuels, Inc. (RDS, Inc.) was established by Robert Samuels and has been family owned and operated since 1972. We gladly serve the Fredericksburg and surrounding counties. RDS, Inc. strives to build long-lasting relationships with our customers. We understand the importance of meeting the needs of today’s families by offering great pricing and personalized customer service that keeps our customers coming back year after year. While residential customers are an important and valued part of our business, we are also experts at serving our commercial customers. Why select our company? We do charge a dispatch fee to get the technician to your door but you will be happy with our straight forward pricing, which means you know the price before we begin - no by the hour charges! We do not use subcontractors to perform our work. Our technicians carry the Technicians Seal of Safety. They have been drug tested, background checked and professionally trained to insure that we send our customers only the best. Additional DBA - Expert Home Electric (our residential division of Robert D. Samuels Inc.)

Business highlights

52 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Upgrades, troubleshooting, wiring of basements and new additions, ceiling, exhaust and attic fans, dedicated circuits, electrical home safety inspections, smoke detectors, landscape lighting, table lamp repairs, generator installation, maintenance & repairing.

Services we don't offer

Unfortunately at this time we do not do wiring of new home construction.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%



Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

5.043 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
95%
4
2%
3
0%
2
2%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.7
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-25 of 43 reviews

Julius Y.
08/2021
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The first one I purchased was too "small!" They returned to complete the job, a day after I received the "correct unit." There wasn't an additional fee for the 2nd visit. And the "original estimate" was honored!
Description of Work: electrical install, electric cooktop

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
$189

Susan D.
11/2020
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Great! Very easy process - I am the landlord and this was for a tenant property. They worked with both myself and the tenant. They were prompt, very responsive both online and over the telephone and the work was completed in a professional manner. They wore PPE and were very courteous. I am happy to have found them as I have other work that will need to be completed in the months to come.
Description of Work: Repair electrical outlets

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

O P.
11/2020
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
All went well, fixed the outside lighting issue quickly, very professional and excellent work. will hire again
Description of Work: Troubleshoot outside lighting and added an external outlet

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
$828

richard P.
09/2019
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Joey was very knowledgeable and explained that I had done nothing wrong. Orginal builder electrician was not very knowing.
Description of Work: to check my replacement of light switch and trouble shoot another small problem.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$137

Nancy M.
09/2019
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
All went well. Joey is a nice guy and does good work.
Description of Work: Outside lights (sconces) X 4 and basement florescent light installed with switch

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Gerald M.
07/2019
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Everything went well. The installer was professional and prompt. Checked the system before he left. Door bell and video on my smartphone has been operating for over 24 hours with no issues.
Description of Work: Install a Nest Video Doorbell

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
$250

Sandra S.
06/2019
2.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They came out on June 7th and he said he would provide an estimate within 4-5 days. I waited a week. He did call me and he said he was waiting for another supplier for an estimate, I said forget about that. I waited another week, and we're now on 21st. I left him message, never heard of him. I called them again and their electrician never contracted me. Joey was know knowledgeable but he did not follow through. I would give him "A" for being knowledgeable, courtesy: A, follow through: D. I will use them but they have to follow through.
Description of Work: I just contacted them to come out and get an estimate on some electrical work that we need to have done.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Expert Home Electric
Ms. [Member Name Removed] - we are so so sorry that you were not happy with our follow through. Our records show that both our office and our technician, Joey, made numerous attempts to contact you to discuss the status of your estimate. We're not sure what happened but are confident that we tried to reach you in a timely fashion. We hope you will consider contacting us again for future work. We are confident you will not be disappointed with the quality of work and professionalism we will provide you. Again, please accept our apologizes for any miscommunication.

Bill B.
05/2019
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Joey did a great Job, very professional and knew his stuff. Do too The severity and danger of the breaker panel, Joey changed his schedule To immediately take care of the situation at my house. I would definitely recommend this group to take care of any electrical problem that you may have, this was a pleasant experience and feel very confident of the work that was done.
Description of Work: Replace Breaker box and all burned and melted wires.

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
$3,800

Richard F.
05/2019
5.0
lighting, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
It went great! On the initial visit, we did not have the right kind of ceiling fan for our high vaunted ceiling. Joey the technician said no problem, no charge, and fit us into his schedule a couple of days later. He was timely, courteous, friendly, professional and very efficient. We are 100% satisfied and will definitely hire these guys the next time we need an electrician.
Description of Work: Ceiling fan install, install 3 other light 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

Pamela A.
03/2019
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Joey did an excellent job completing the work that he quoted me on. He was on time for the appointment and finished in a timely manner. He was very professional and I would use this company again if I needed electrical work.
Description of Work: Installation of 4 recessed light on a dimmer in my kitchen. Installed 2 4 outlet receptacles in my basement on a new 20amp circuit.

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
$2,015

Response from Expert Home Electric
Thank you so much for allowing us the opportunity to serve you. We appreciate your business and taking the time to share a review.

Rosa M.
01/2019
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It was great! Forgot the name of the young man that did the work but he arrived on-time, and was such a nice guys. Loved talking with him while he did the work. Would definitely hire again... although I thought the smoke detectors were a little expensive... probably could have gotten them cheaper at Amazon and had them just install it.
Description of Work: Replaced 3 Smoke Detectors

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
$567

Brian H.
12/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
First of all, Joey was awesome. He was fast efficient and totally professional from arrival to departure. I specifically asked him for his card so that I could request him should I need for help.
Description of Work: Two (2) outdoor motion sensor lights replaced and one ceiling socket replaced.

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
$269

Response from Expert Home Electric
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review. It was a pleasure to serve you and we look forward to working with you again in the future. Merry Christmas.

Al S.
09/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
The contractor promptly scheduled an appointment. The only hiccup was that, despite me explaining that a 32-foot or taller extension ladder would be needed, the electrician, Joey, hadn't been advised of that. He used his 24-foot ladder to check the light fixture, which needed to be replaced. He scheduled a new appointment to install the replacement light on-the-spot. Joey arrived on-time and had the new light installed in under ten minutes, excluding the time it took to deploy and put away the 40-foot ladder. The nice lady on the phone was very polite and Joey was polite and professional, as well as being a very nice guy.
Description of Work: Replace an outdoor security light

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

Mark L.
06/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They showed up on time, and did just what they said they would do.
Description of Work: Installed ceiling fan switches and boxes

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

Karyl-Lynne T.
12/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Joey was professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. He listened to my preference for location of the outlet and determined the most efficient way to install it there. The installation is neat, and was completed in a timely manner. In addition to the outlet, he also installed a whole house surge protector and explained its function. I am very happy with the work done, and will absolutely use this company for future electrical work.
Description of Work: Install outlet for EVSE charger

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
$1,800

Tiara B.
11/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
They were excellent. I have no complaints about anything. They provided excellent service, customer service, and expertise. My bathroom lights look amazing and I am extremely happy. My porch light comes on when it is suppose to and it looks beautiful. The pricing was reasonable and they were on time.
Description of Work: I need my porch light replaced first and then I called them back and had my vanity 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

Rachel R.
10/2017
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent service. Very professional and patient. Our lighting designer was a disaster. Joey and R D stepped in and fixed the issues supplying missing parts and making extra trips to get the job done right. I definitely recommend them and will use them for any electrical needs in the future.
Description of Work: Remove old fixtures repiair electrical issues and Install new chandeliers and ceiling fans.

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

Response from Expert Home Electric
Thank you so much for your review! We appreciate you and your business. RD, Joey and staff

Eileen K.
03/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Keith and Chris were very good electricians and they knew exactly what to do. They replaced the old light fixture with a new one. They answered any questions that I had. After, they cleaned up any debris.
Description of Work: I replaced an outdated dining room chandelier.

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
$197

Response from Expert Home Electric
Thanks so much for your feedback! We look forward to serving you again soon.

Harold C.
10/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The electrician told me what was needed, gave an estimate, did the work. Everything works as expected. The electrician was informative, worked quickly, complied with the building code, and cleaned up after he was done. Company is licensed and insured. Electrician arrived on time. Truck was stocked with everything needed for the job. The electrician was thorough, even marked the new lines on the panel diagram. Have kept their card for referrals and for my next electrical problem. Wasn't cheap, but quality supplies and equipment and experienced labor isn't supposed to be. Felt the work is worth the charge.
Description of Work: Add three new electrical service lines for sump pumps and dehumidifier in the crawl space, trouble shoot and repair gfi circuit, and fix electrical connection in kitchen. Involves updating the electrical panel.

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

Taren M.
09/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Very well. The work was done punctually and in a very professional manner.
Description of Work: Installation of new outlets and switches in an unfinished 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
$650

Scott N.
09/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I called them on short notice to help me hang a new light in my 2 story foyer. It was a gift for my wife's birthday. The guys that come out were very personable and professional. They also gave me some additional estimates and I will be taking advantage of there services in the next coming weeks. I am new to the Fredericksburg area and I now have found my electrician for life!
Description of Work: Installed some electric 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
$350

Chris P.
09/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Very professional, and willing to explain their work to a novice.
Description of Work: Added outlets and breakers. Previous experience. Potential visit, after I described my power outage, they called me back and told me what to check to avoid service call. Saved me money. Another Previous visit was due to an electrical fire. With no notice came out in 2 hours.

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

Wendi S.
08/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The company showed when they promised. We knew it was going to be a lot of work but they worked on it a few hours until it was finished. We were operational by the end of the day. They were very polite and professional and we would definitely use them again.
Description of Work: Rewiring of outdoor GFI outlets. Previous wire was chewed by an animal.

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
$720

Constance C.
04/2016
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
The initial contact via phone with Mr. Samuels was pleasant, professional, informative, and satisfying. I was able to set up an appointment for an estimate/job completion, for the following day. Keith/Brian (supervisory lead) and John arrived on time; assessed the job; and provided a reasonable estimate. They were very methodical and thorough with the fan installations/removals, e.g., they removed each blade from the fan that was being replaced (instead of removing it whole), prior to removing the fan/fixture from the ceiling (since I wanted to save the fan). They did the same for the second ceiling fan that needed to have its box replaced. I was told their practice of essentially disassembling the fans first, though time-consuming, is important to maintain the blades/fixtures balance. Also, they informed me that the second fan had been wrongly installed previously on a light fixture box instead of a ceiling fan box. To ensure the stability of the new ceiling fan box, John (I believe) went into the attic and installed a 2x4, I believe, for attachment purposes. The keyless light fixture was tested, and found to be faulty, as I expected. Unfortunately, I did not have a replacement, and according to Keith, they had used the last fixture on the previous day. He, in turn, went to a home improvement store, and picked up one, along with an upgrade to an LED light bulb. He is a passionate proponent of LED bulbs and explains why... Indeed, I agreed to have LED bulbs installed in my exterior roof-level flood light, instead of the usual halogen bulb replacements that have never lasted long enough in the past. I am pleased with the improved illumination and their life span capability. The porch issues regarding ground wires and an unstable ceiling fan were taken care of in short order with a sledge hammer and longer screws. Keith/Brian and John were quite pleasant, informative, methodical, detail-oriented, and helpful....and I thank them.
Description of Work: Replaced/installed one ceiling fan; replaced a failed ceiling fan box on a second ceiling fan; replaced a "keyless" light fixture in closet; installed new heads on exterior flood light and replaced halogen bulbs with LED bulbs; resolved issues with protruding ground wire and unstable ceiling fan on porch.

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
$560

Daniel K.
02/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The highly professional electricians came 2 hours earlier than scheduled.. Explained the service that would be provided clearly then conducted a single circuit diagnosis, replaced a bad GFI outlet in garage, and sealed outdoor electrical outlets.
Description of Work: Conducted a single circuit diagnosis, replaced a bad GFI outlet in garage, and sealed outdoor electrical outlets.

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
$303
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Contact information

412 Hudgins Rd, Fredericksburg, VA 22408

http://www.rdselectric.net

Service hours

Monday:
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
2701015048
Trade License Expiration
12/31/2021

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

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Generator,
Landscaping - Lighting

FAQ

Expert Home Electric is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Monday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Expert Home Electric accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Expert Home Electric offers free project estimates.
Yes, Expert Home Electric offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Expert Home Electric offers a 10% senior discount.
No, Expert Home Electric does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Expert Home Electric offers warranties.
Expert Home Electric offers the following services: Upgrades, troubleshooting, wiring of basements and new additions, ceiling, exhaust and attic fans, dedicated circuits, electrical home safety inspections, smoke detectors, landscape lighting, table lamp repairs, generator installation, maintenance & repairing.
Unfortunately at this time we do not do wiring of new home construction.

Contact information

412 Hudgins Rd, Fredericksburg, VA 22408

http://www.rdselectric.net

Service hours

Monday:
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM