Cole Electric Inc

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

About us

Cole Electric Inc. is a full service electrical contractor serving the Southside area of Hampton Roads Virginia. We specialize in upgrading or repairing your electrical service, whether it is something major, like a fuse box to breaker box conversion, or a simpler improvement like installing a new ceiling fan. Your home's wiring, breaker box, and all its components, must be reliable and safe. By choosing Cole Electric, you are getting a team with decades of experience improving and repairing existing electrical systems. We pride ourselves on a quick response time, customer safety, excellent service and top quality work at a fair price.

Business highlights

36 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Residential & commercial professional electric & installation including, emergency repairs, upgrades, panel box replacements, room additions, fuse box replacements, custom recessed lighting & rewiring.

Services we don't offer

HVAC or Plumbing

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Reviews

4.9407 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
94%
4
2%
3
1%
2
0%
1
2%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9

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Showing 326-350 of 407 reviews

Leo B.
01/2020
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They are very good and prompt.
Description of Work: They rewired the garage door and the garage.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Cole Electric Inc
Thank you for the review!

John S.
08/2019
5.0
ceiling fans
  + -1 more
fan noise reduced
Description of Work: identify ceiling fan noise.

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
$250

Response from Cole Electric Inc
We appreciate your review and your business thank you.

Melissa C.
06/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Replaced as bid. Good work
Description of Work: Heat pump replacements

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
$5,000

Response from Cole Electric Inc
Thank you for your business & the excellent review .

Thomas P.
08/2017
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Went well. Quoted and did job.
Description of Work: Two Outlets

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Cole Electric Inc
We are glad it "went well " for you ? We appreciate your business just not sure what more we could have done to get A's across the board . Thank you .

Jason A.
04/2017
5.0
electrician, lighting, home remodeling
  + 1 more
Dependable and top notch work.
Description of Work: Major remodeling work including two rooms of recessed lighting, updating the 1960s kitchen wiring, installing new circuits for upcoming bathroom remodels, and fixing code issues and damage discovered after the Mathew flood.

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
$7,000

Jerle P.
09/2016
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Stephen R.
08/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Cole Electric Inc
Thank you for your business and response.

Kimberly F.
08/2016
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent all the way around!
Description of Work: Gave a prompt estimate to install outside light fixtures. Showed up on time, very orderly and professional, got job done and even double-checked the work. Appreciate the A+ customer service as well as the great work. Would highly recommend and use their services again. Thank you Cole's!!!

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
$200

Jim O.
03/2008
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
I contacted their answering service which said they would call back in 10 minutes and the did! We discussed the job and he provided a recommendation on where to purchase the fixtures. I checked with them and they were too expensive, so I hit the web and found the exact lighting fixtures at a significant discount. The store met the prices I found on the web. I contacted Scott again and we talked through price estimates and agreed on a price with the caveat that it might change if they discovered any big issues. I scheduled the work. His crew showed up on time and installed the fixtures exactly like I asked. The crew was courteous and efficient and completed the work in minimum amount of time. They cleaned up and left the kitchen just like they found it. After they left, we discovered one small problem area. I called Scott the next day and he sent one of his people over to fix it at no charge. Great experience -- I would recommend Cole Electric.
Description of Work: Installation of under kitchen cabinet lighting fixtures. Four fixtures were installed.

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
$395

Response from Cole Electric Inc
I'M GLAD EVERYTHING WENT SO WELL! SUPPLY HOUSES ARE OUT OF MY CONTROL BUT I'M HAPPY THEY MET YOUR NET PRICING. THANKS FOR CALLING US & YOUR POSITIVE FEEDBACK.

BILL W.
02/2008
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
The work was started at 8:30, and finished at 4:30. I was given the option to furnish the materials...as a materials list was furnished to me by Mr. Cole. A nice money saving option. The installers were gentlemen. Just an all-around good experience. A+, truly professional.
Description of Work: Installed 6 recessed lights, 2 outlets, and 2 dimmers...in a remodel (wife's idea) they EXCEEDED my expectations. The work was performed in a one story ranch, with attic space, and room in the box for additions. They EXCEEDED my expectations.

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
$1,200

Angie M.
01/2008
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
We called Cole when our circuit breaker kept tripping. They immediately determined that our meter was burned out and showed us the scorching to back that up. They replaced the meter and we elected to have them upgrade our service at the same time. The work went smoothly and the electrician was extremely pleasant and straightforward. The problem causing the partial power outage in our home was trickier. Another contractor we had called previously had not even attempted to sort it out, but Mr. Cole and his team crawled into the attic and after much trial and error traced wiring from the box to a burned out switch. After replacing the switch, the lights were back on and everything was back in order. For all of that extra effort, I was charged only $100 above the cost of the other work! They were outstanding. Since then, I had them come out to repair a range hood and install a porch light, which they did for only the cost of the service visit! I love these guys!
Description of Work: Upgrade service to 200amp, replace meter and grounding rod. Investigate and correct electrical failure causing power outage to a portion of my home, repair range hood, install porch light.

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
$1,500

Response from Cole Electric Inc
LET ME SAY " THANK YOU " FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO RETURN BACK TO YOUR HOME FOR ANOTHER REPAIR CALL. WE TRY HARD TO KEEP OUR CUSTOMERS COMING BACK & COMFORTABLE RECOMMENDING US TO THEIR FRIENDS. WE LOOK FORWARD TO ANY FUTURE NEEDS YOU MAY HAVE ..

Helen M.
08/2007
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I had a really good experience with them. They do very professional work and they seemed to be very knowledgeable when it comes to electrical work. I would highly recommend them to anyone in our area.
Description of Work: They replaced the fuse box in my 3br/2ba home. The job only took a few 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
$200

Response from Cole Electric Inc
IT WAS OUR PLEASURE REPLACING YOUR OLD OUTDATED FUSE PANEL. MOST OWNERS DON'T REALIZE THEY HAVE ISSUES UNTIL IT'S TOO LATE. THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO POST YOUR THOUGHTS.

Jeanie C.
04/2007
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Phoned Cole Electric early in the week and scheduled for an estimate. Evening before appointment received call from Scott confirming our 8 am next day appointment. Cole arrived on schedule. Showed the men the work I wanted done but did not receive estimate (my fault that I didn't ask either). Work was completed within 3 hours of arrival. Work areas were cleaned and men were very polite. I felt the price to be extreme. I will use Cole again but will be more aware of cost.
Description of Work: Removed florescent light fixture in laundry room. Patched ceiling hole of florescent fixture. Installed two recessed lights in utility room and florescent light in closet. Replaced attic fan motor.

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
$795

Response from Cole Electric Inc
I AM GLAD WE WERE POLITE & CLEANED UP OUR MESS BUT CAN ONLY APOLOGIZE TO YOU FOR NOT SHARING THE COST W/ YOU PRIOR TO STARTING. SINCE WE ARE NOT HANDYMEN OUR PRICES CAN BE SURPRISING IF NOT DISCUSSED FIRST. YOU MAY BE SURPRISED TO KNOW HOW MANY CUSTOMERS DO NOT REQUEST AN ESTIMATE PRIOR TO BEGINNING A PROJECT. WE CERTAINLY DON'T WANT TO HIDE ANYTHING & ARE MORE THAN HAPPY TO DISCUSS PRICING BEFORE STARTING. THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR EXPERIENCE W/ US...

LYNN S.
03/2007
5.0
ceiling fans
  + -1 more
The work went very well. The fan made more noise than I thought it should, and he worked hard to duct tape the connections to minimize the noise. Some noise could not be avoided because the way the wires had to be connected dictated that there would be a "turn" in the vent hose. Unfortunately, the electrician broke the cover for the fan. He told me right away, said that I would not be billed until they got a replacement, and that he didn't know how it happened, but that he was sorry that it did. Within the week they called to say that the new cover had arrived, and that they would come at my convenience to install it.
Description of Work: The electrician replaced a noisy bathroom vent fan with the new one that I provided. He was professional and very neat as he worked. He had to cut a larger hole in the ceiling, and he covered the floor with a drop cloth to minimize the dust and dirt.

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
$225

Response from Cole Electric Inc
YES THAT BATHROOM EXHAUST FAN ( OWNER SUPPLIED ) WAS CHALLENGING TO INSTALL . THE OLD EXPRESSION " TO MAKE AN OMELET YOU HAVE TO BREAK SOME EGGS " SOMETIMES APPLIES TO OUR WORK? WE TRY OUR BEST BUT SOMETIMES PARTS BREAK & MUST BE REPLACED @ OUR EXPENSE. I'M GLAD YOURS WAS A POSITIVE EXPERIENCE.

LINDA B.
01/2007
5.0
lighting, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
The price quote was good, the workers were prompt and polite. The work was done quickly and accurately and everything was clean and dust free when they left. I will always use them for my electrical needs and recommend them to my friends.
Description of Work: Two ceiling fans replaced, light fixture replaced, canned lights install in kitchen and loft.

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
$1,500

Response from Cole Electric Inc
DEAR MEMBER, IT WAS OUR PLEASURE TO ADDRESS YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS. ANYBODY CAN REPLACE LIGHTS & CEILING FANS BUT OUR EXPERTISE CAME IN THE INSTALLATION OF YOUR RECESSED LIGHTING TO AN EXISTING HOME WITHOUT DAMAGE TO THE CEILING. WE LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR FUTURE ELECTRICAL NEEDS & I THANK YOU FOR ALLOWING US THE OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN YOUR HOME.

THOMAS W.
12/2006
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Scott gave me an estimate on Tuesday and his crew of three showed up at 8 on Thursday as promised. The crew was respectful and friendly and completed the work at about 4PM. They protected floors before starting and cleaned up afterwards.
Description of Work: Replaced an obsolete split bus panel in the house and added a panel and wiring to a detached garage.

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
$2,300

Response from Cole Electric Inc
I LOVE IT WHEN A PLAN COMES TOGETHER! AS IT JUST SO HAPPENED WE WERE CAUGHT UP OR EVEN AHEAD OF OUR SCHEDULE AND WERE ABLE TO GET RIGHT TO YOUR JOB. THAT DOESN'T ALWAYS HAPPEN BUT IT IS NICE WHEN IT DOES. THAT OLD SPLIT BUSS PANEL WAS OUTLAWED YEARS AGO DUE TO A POOR DESIGN THAT LENT ITSELF TO FAILURES RESULTING IN FIRES. NOW MAIN BREAKER PANELS GIVE YOU THE PROTECTION YOU NEED AS WELL AS THE SPACE TO ADD THE WIRING FOR THAT GREAT WORKSHOP YOU HAVE. IT WAS A PLEASURE & I LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOUR FUTURE NEEDS WHENEVER POSSIBLE.

CHERRY K.
08/2006
2.0
electrician
  + -1 more
He was late to the appointment but did call to let us know.
Description of Work: We requested estimates on the cost to 1)install electrical wiring to a new, detached building and 2) wiring work in that building, with the understanding that we would probably be doing that portion ourselves. The man was very nice, stayed awhile, was thorough. This was on Saturday, 29 July. He said he would call with the estimates NLT Tuesday, 1 August. We never heard back. Guess it was too small a job.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
3.0


Response from Cole Electric Inc
I CAN ONLY APOLOGIZE FOR THE LACK OF SERVICE YOU RECEIVED. I AM GLAD TO HEAR MY EMPLOYEE CALLED WHEN HE COULDN'T BE THERE AT THE SET TIME & WAS THOROUGH IN HIS ESTIMATE. I AM SORRY TO HEAR WE WENT THAT FAR YET DID NOT COMPLETE THE ESTIMATE WITH YOU. ALTHOUGH I'M NOT A FAN OF SOME HOMEOWNERS DOING THEIR OWN WIRING TO A BUILDING WE PUT POWER TO I ALSO DON'T LIKE IT WHEN WE FAIL TO MEET SOMEONES NEEDS. TRY AS WE WILL I THANK YOU FOR THE OPPORTUNITY.

ROBERT C.
08/2006
1.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I never received a call back from Cole Electric. That is very unprofessional.
Description of Work: I called Cole Electric to request an estimate on various electrical repairs on my home in Virginia Beach.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0


Response from Cole Electric Inc
I APOLOGIZE THAT YOU DIDN'T RECEIVE A RETURN CALL. I AGREE THAT'S THE LEAST WE SHOULD DO. NOT TO MAKE EXCUSES BUT DUE TO THE VOLUME OF CALL WE RECEIVE ESPECIALLY IN THE HEAT OF THE SUMMER SOME DO FALL THRU THE CRACKS. WE USE STATE OF THE ART 24 HR. VOICE MESSAGING SO OUR CUSTOMERS DON'T GET BUSY SIGNALS WHILE I'M FIELDING PREVIOUS CALLS. IT'S NOT PERFECT NOR AM I. I'M SORRY YOUR EXPERIENCE WAS NOT POSITIVE & THANK YOU FOR YOUR INITIAL CALL & SHARING YOUR RESULT.

MAGGIE S.
08/2006
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Totally professional and courteous. Fair priced, about what I expected. Arrived on time and finished ahead of schedule. Cleaned up and locked doors behind them. Would definitely hire again.
Description of Work: Fuse Box to Breaker Box and service upgrade.

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
$1,295

Response from Cole Electric Inc
THANK YOU MEMBER, IT WAS OUR PLEASURE TO SERVE YOU. THOSE OLD FUSE BOXES HAVE OUTLIVED THEIR EXPECTED TIME. TODAY'S ELECTRICAL NEEDS REQUIRE A PANEL BOX THAT CAN HANDLE THE LOADS WE AS HOMEOWNERS EXPECT OF THEM. WHEN THEY FAIL IT CAN BE LIFE THREATENING. THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE.

FRANK D.
05/2006
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Cole Electric was a very good company to call and they were very easy to talk with. They didn't try to push things that I didn't need. They were honest and skilled. The lights looked real nice and it didn't take him very long to finish the job. They were polite and friendly.
Description of Work: They installed and wired lights on our house over the deck, which had automatic on and off features.

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
$1,025

05/2006
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I was happy with their service, but it was a little high priced for me. They were efficient at what they did. They did not leave any mess for me to clean up and the men were respectful of our home.
Description of Work: They up graded our service box. They put in a new breaker box and 2 lines. They also put in new sockets in my bedroom.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,600

05/2006
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I have been calling Cole for all of my electrical needs for more than a decade. This is just one of many jobs they have done for me. They are very prompt, usually coming within two days after I call, unless it is an emergency, in which case it is same day service. The new breaker box was installed in just one hour, but the electrician went through testing for another half hour, before he was satisfied everything was working the way he wanted.
Description of Work: Cole Electric Incorporated replaced the main breaker box for my 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
$375

LOU H.
05/2006
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They are very thorough when given different options and what would probably be the best. I have full confidence in their knowledge and have used them for all my electrical needs. If I call them and tell them my needs within a day or two they will be out in most cases. The new wiring is what it is and helps a lot more nowadays with how the appliances and stuff are set.
Description of Work: Took a lot of the old 110 wiring out and re-did it with 220 wiring. They also re-did the breaker box with new fuses to hold it.

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
$600

05/2006
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The man who came out was very professional. I liked his attitude and he was very friendly. The job was done in a timely fashion. There wasn t anything wrong with the wiring after he left. They would be a great service provider to keep in the neighborhood.
Description of Work: He put in a new exterior breaker box in.

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
$200

Glenda H.
05/2006
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I was very pleased with this company. They did everything right for us. We have not had any kind of problems with the wiring that they did for us. We would be happy to recommend this company to others who need electrical work done.
Description of Work: They rewired two sockets in the room above our garage, and they put a new outlet in our kitchen for our microwave oven.

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
$200

Contact information

2697 INTERNATIONAL PKWY, Virginia Beach, VA 23452

http://www.coleelectricinc.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
2705009702
Trade License Locale
VA
Trade License Authority
Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Trade License Expiration
06/30/2024

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,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling

FAQ

Cole Electric Inc is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Open All Day

Monday: Open All Day

Tuesday: Open All Day

Wednesday: Open All Day

Thursday: Open All Day

Friday: Open All Day

Saturday: Open All Day

Cole Electric Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
Yes, Cole Electric Inc offers free project estimates.
Yes, Cole Electric Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Cole Electric Inc offers a 5% senior discount.
Yes, Cole Electric Inc offers emergency services.
Yes, Cole Electric Inc offers warranties.
Cole Electric Inc offers the following services: Residential & commercial professional electric & installation including, emergency repairs, upgrades, panel box replacements, room additions, fuse box replacements, custom recessed lighting & rewiring.
HVAC or Plumbing

Contact information

2697 INTERNATIONAL PKWY, Virginia Beach, VA 23452

http://www.coleelectricinc.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day