We are a family owned and operated business that has been serving the Baltimore, Washington Metropolitan area since 1925. We are committed to providing superior electrical services. The valuable advantages we can offer you are great service, high quality and experienced workers at a competitive price.
Business highlights
100 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
Residential & Commercial Electric Service - Breaker Panel Installation, Back Up Generators, Recessed Lighting, Indoor & Outdoor Lighting, Fire Alarm Systems, Surveillance & Security Systems, Finished Basements, Ceiling & Attic Fan Installation, Switch & Outlet Repair, Bucket Truck Service, Power Quality Analysis, Infrared Thermograph, Data & Telephone Systems, & Property Management.
Communication with company sucks otherwise service performed went well
Description of Work: Outdoor electrical outlet
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$210
Brenda J.
01/2020
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
They were professional, friendly, thorough and very good.
Description of Work: They replaced the outdoor light in the front door and the garage. They also installed an interior light on the closet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Ellston H.
06/2019
1.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Someone came out and looked at the project, however no estimate was provided. I contacted the person and was told they would get me an estimate. After several attempts to get an estimate I gave up.
Description of Work: No estimate provided.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
Charles J.
12/2018
3.0
lighting
+ -1 more
I received a listing of four contractors, including Kolb Electric, from Angies list for my lighting installation. Since Kolb Electric did not follow-up or contact me, I could not offer an overall rating regarding my experience with them. I provided Kolb Electric with an overall rating of "Fair" because I believe that at a minimum, I should have at least received a contact from them regarding my electric needs and/or their interest in doing the work.
Description of Work: Install Bathroom light
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
STEVEN B.
10/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
The first electrician from Kolb took apart the fixture and repaired the lead wires. When stuffing the wires back into the box, there was a loud pop. The other room light didn't work after that and the electrician decided a short blew out all 3 new halogen bulbs. Since I didn't have spares on hand there was no way to check that. Later that day as evening came, we realized lights in other rooms were out too. This was now Friday evening after 5 PM. I called Kolb's 24-hour line. The operator was happy to schedule someone for Saturday service if I agreed to pay the Emergency Service rate. I had to get adamant to make her understand that was not appropriate in this case. After some heated agitation, she agreed to call the supervisor. She quickly called back with his approval for Saturday service. Clearly, she needed a little more customer service training, but I give Kolb credit for coming through. On Saturday, the second electrician spent hours troubleshooting the problem which turned out to be an almost invisible break in the wire that the first electrician missed. There was no additional charge for all that time. So, yes there was a hiccup, but once the problem was elevated, Kolb handled it perfectly.
Description of Work: Repair corroded wires in lighting fixture 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
Elizabeth M.
11/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
Electrician Patrick came out in the time window I was given. He was very pleasant, and got the job done in slightly over 1/2 hour. Technically, he could have rounded up to the next 1/4 hour, but didn't, which I really appreciated. I now have a working back door light. I would definitely call Kolb Electric again.
Description of Work: I needed a back door light installed to the Homeowners Association's specification. I needed it installed the next day after I called, Kolb Electric was the company with someone available on such short notice, so I took a chance.
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
$98
Jim V.
09/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
completed in 10 minutes. Works fine.
Description of Work: re-wired light switch in living room
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
Nic P.
09/2017
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Work, communication and the installation/repair team were top knotch, professional, communicative and timely. A+ for sure. The back office, booking, work order and dispatch for follow on work was more of a C, but this can be easily fixed and should not disway a new customer. Was some delay rescheduling the follow on work. Estimates not being processed in time for a work order to be created, or such excuses. Nessicated a lot of phone calls to coordinate, ultimately Kolb came out twice for the same work. But again, this is a back office issue. Back office personnel for follow on work, were clearly not interested in customer service.
Description of Work: Had a sub-panel that kept tripping the main breaker. Phoned at 7:30am and Kolb came out the same day. Work ultimately required multiple visits.
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
Herve S.
09/2017
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
the problem has been identified immediatly and solve
Description of Work: problem with a plug
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
$120
Rohit S.
08/2017
1.0
electrician
+ -1 more
DO NOT TRUST THIS COMPANY. I'm not one to post many reviews, and I'm not one for hyperbole, but after my experience with KOLB Electric, I needed to warn others. While their work was 100% satisfactory in terms of execution, it was performed at an agreed-upon price illegally, and not made legal until I paid more money than what we had agreed. When shopping around for a company to use for an electric sign project, I got written quotes from several companies, and narrowed it down to KOLB Electric and Provident. Even though KOLB was the more expensive of the two, I chose to work with them because their ratings were higher. The job required a circuit to be run outside for an illuminated sign. In order to both run the circuit and to pull the sign permit needed later, an electrical permit was required. This was established prior to the work commencing, and both parties signed a quote with a set price. However, after the work was completed on the circuit, and the company we used to install the sign asked for the electrical permit, I was informed by KOLB that they had not pulled any electrical permit. KOLB Electric said that wasn't included in the quote -- but I agreed to the quoted price believing the work would be done legally. When I asked for the permit, they demanded an additional $200+ to pull the permit for work that should never have begun without it. My sign project was held up due to this, and in the end, because my business required the project to be complete, I had no choice but to pay what felt like ransom money to have my project become legal. Most concerning: why is a legitimate company doing electrical work without pulling the proper permits? Secondly, once it is brought to your attention that the work was not done legally, why would a legitimate company demand more money to make a job legal? I'm very disappointed, and I wish I had gone to Provident -- or really, any other company -- instead. Now that it's done, I can only hope this review keeps them from misleading someone else in the future.
Description of Work: Furnish and install a dedicated 20 amp circuit from panel to building front (signage location) with a time clock to provide power and operate the new signage.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
Michael B.
06/2017
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Great! Technician was prompt and knew exactly what needed to be done. Will use this company again when needed.
Description of Work: Checked circuit breaker panel for circuit breaker that remained tripped. Found that the breaker was ok just loose in the panel. Also replaced a wall receptacle that was causing lights to flicker.
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
Mark A.
05/2017
1.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
+ 1 more
Installer made two holes in the ceiling and one in the wall fishing for wires. No repairs were made on the holes. I have had many fan installations and have never had anyone make such a mess!
Description of Work: Installation of ceiling fan in master bedroom.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
5.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$315
Nathan S.
03/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
+ 1 more
They did a good job. Everything looks great, they were on time and cleaned up after themselves.
Very professional from first contact until job was completed.
Description of Work: They removed old hard wired smoke detectors and replaced with ones purchased by home owner.
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
Thomas J J.
03/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
They showed up on time and did a great job.
Description of Work: Replaced two lights in bathroom.
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
$200
Frances H.
01/2017
2.0
electrician, lighting
+ 0 more
The electrician came, took it down, and said it couldn't be fixed because he couldn't even take it apart to even look at it. After looking at another problem I have, and giving me a quote of over 2,000.00 to fix it ( which I declined),paid him over 100.00 and he left. The next day, I took the fixture to a lamp store, the salesman took it apart in 5minutes, and fixed it for 39.00.
Description of Work: I needed a light fixture in my kitchen looked at because I thought that it might have a short. It is a craftsman-made fixture made out of solid copper, brass and stained glass.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
diane F.
01/2017
4.0
lighting
+ -1 more
It was fine. I spent a couple hundreds.
Description of Work: I used Kolb Electric about 2 or 3 years ago to have a chandelier installed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
$200
Jeff S.
12/2016
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Carlos Barnes did an excellent job. He was very personable and professional, making suggestions that made sense for the job. I would definitely use Kolb Electric again.
Description of Work: Replaced a GFI, installed an AFCI, and repaired a bad circuit breaker.
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
$360.88
Jojie I.
10/2016
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
They showed up on the appointed time and fixed the problems. it hasn't occurred since them.
Description of Work: Check Outlets and light switches for shorts. The breakers were always tripping.
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
Kevin H.
10/2016
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Great! They showed up within an hour of my first contact. They replaced a breaker with a more robust option that saved money and works great.
Description of Work: Breaker 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
$120
Deborah L.
09/2016
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Had an electric baseboard heater (about 11 years old) catch fire in its control housing (Kolb did not install this heater). Luckily damage was minimal, but I called Kolb to disconnect the heater's wiring and remove the heater from the wall. Electrician was out there that same day and we're very happy & relieved now that the heater has gone! I've used Kolb in the past (found them on Angie's List) to remove an old ceiling fan/install its replacement, and replace an exterior flood light fixture. They've always done a great job.
Description of Work: Remove electric baseboard & disconnect associated wiring
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
Jim R.
08/2016
1.0
electrician
+ -1 more
The estimate went well. The technician was prompt and very keen to get us the proposal in the first place (we were working with a small timeframe). He went on a Thursday and when following up on Friday regarding the proposal, he said he got busy and he'd have it to us on Monday. This isn't a huge deal, however, the office admins were very unresponsive regarding a form we needed signed as the customer. I sent them the form a total of 3 times, each time being told, "OK, someone will sign it". When calling to following up, I would leave a voicemail. I did not receive a single call back. By this point (Tuesday), although we had submitted the signed proposal, the lack of that one signed page that we needed (condo building required the contractor to sign it) cost us getting the job done on time and ultimately having to move to a new company once the tenant moves in. Basically, Kolb started out great, but their unresponsiveness has made it so that we will not go to them for another job.
Description of Work: Electrical panel replacement
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
Vaughn S.
08/2016
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
I called them one day and they came out the next day. That's how responsive they are. They usually arrive within five minutes of when they say they are going to, which sometimes I find unusual. When they come out there is a fee. I will say that these guy, this electric company, if they can take care of something in less than 20 or 30 minutes they will only charge half of the usual fee because they are looking for repeat business. If I did not have to be here 10 minutes why should I charge for an hour, which leads people to call them back. He was here for a full hour.
Description of Work: For electrical work I used Kolb Electric when we had no power because of a shorted out socket on my screened-in porch.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$490
Gerardo C.
06/2016
2.0
electrician
+ -1 more
The provider only gives appointments for estimates on weekdays, 10 am - 2:00 pm. I took time off from work to meet with the estimator. He was punctual and professional. However, more than 1 week later, they did not get back to me with a proposal nor return my calls. It's been a disappointing experience.
Description of Work: Visited my home to price a project
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
5.0
Darren F.
05/2016
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Called early Tuesday after holiday weekend. Barely had power in house due to an unknown issue. Spoke with office who got us on schedule immediately. John was there by 10:30 AM. He assessed the situation, determined the malfunction, and corrected it. He is also providing estimate for upgrade to resolve any long term issues. I had called two others on Angie's List this morning and got varying responses. They might have been ok but Kolb dispatcher was competent, efficient, and said they would get it done. I am extremely happy with Kolb and any future work at my house will be done by them. Thank you!
Description of Work: Check and maintenance of breaker box. Fixed critical issue caused by solar contractor.
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Service Categories
Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Home Security Systems,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Roofing
FAQ
Kolb Electric is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Kolb Electric accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Kolb Electric offers free project estimates.
No, Kolb Electric does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Kolb Electric offers a 10% senior discount.
Yes, Kolb Electric offers emergency services.
Yes, Kolb Electric offers warranties.
Kolb Electric offers the following services: Residential & Commercial Electric Service - Breaker Panel Installation, Back Up Generators, Recessed Lighting, Indoor & Outdoor Lighting, Fire Alarm Systems, Surveillance & Security Systems, Finished Basements, Ceiling & Attic Fan Installation, Switch & Outlet Repair, Bucket Truck Service, Power Quality Analysis, Infrared Thermograph, Data & Telephone Systems, & Property Management.