Nipper Electric Inc

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

About us

**$89.95 Service Call **(waived if estimate approved same day). The Most Recognized Electrician in Hampton Roads. Quality Work, Quick Response Time, Clear Communication, and Customer Satisfaction. @nipperelectric www.nipperelectric.com. At Nipper Electric Inc. we provide a wide variety of residential and commercial electrical services. With over 20 years in business, and technicians totaling 100+ years of experience. You can trust we will know how to diagnose, repair, and/or install everything involving your business or home's electrical system. On top of that, we take the extra time needed to properly explain the process, present your different options, and help you understand the services you have to choose from. Simple. From Lighting Design and Install to Panel Upgrades and Whole Home Stand By Generators. Nipper Electric has you covered top to bottom for your electrical needs. All at a reasonable price. Our reviews on Angie’s List speak for themselves. Some of our commercial clients include the Cavalier Golf and Yacht Club, Rudee's on the Inlet Restaurant, and OneLife Fitness. We have 5 Star ⭐️ reviews posted throughout the internet on multiple different reputable websites all of which can be found on our website.

Business highlights

27 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Residential Services: Generators Tesla EV Chargers Dock/Marine/boat lifts Aluminum wiring Bathroom exhaust fans Carbon monoxide/smoke detectors Fan installation Flat screen installation Landscape lighting Lighting upgrades Outdoor security lighting Panel upgrades Pool and hot tub wiring Receptacle installation Vehicle charging stations Commercial Services: Service repairs Power poles Dedicated circuits Lighting installation Lighting ballasts Relamping Technical troubleshooting and more!

Services we don't offer

N/A

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10% max of $100.00

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.945 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
96%
4
2%
3
0%
2
0%
1
2%


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

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Showing 1-25 of 45 reviews

Lawrence S.
02/2022
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Excellent job. I needed a hugger style fan installation, and they gave me options and did a great job.
Description of Work: Ceiling fan and smoke detector 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

Nate N.
11/2021
1.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY! We did an entire electrical rewire of our 100 year old home with Nipper. Everything started out great. They gave us a quick turnaround on an estimate and while they weren’t the lowest price their price was fair. They showed up when they said they would and we really liked all their workers. Unfortunately, 3 out of our 5 main workers ended up quitting. We were asked to pay them the remaining balance of the work because they needed the money. We understand how hard it is in the current climate to keep good workers. We didn’t hold losing workers against them. The problem is that they then totally stopped showing up. They said they were hiring more people etc and would be back soon. We would call the owner and ask him to send people and we would get 1 or 2 electricians for a couple hours when we needed a full crew for a week. The owner berated my fiancé over the phone when she demanded that they come finish the work we paid them for. We asked the owner, Trey, to come to our house and see for himself what has been done and what has not. In the 9 months that they were “working” on our house he not once set foot on our property. He claimed he knew what was happening there and he didn’t need to despite us pleading with him to do so. Finally after months of us asking them to finish we received a text from the owner saying “I’m done working on your house, sue me” We later called the city to find out if they had even pulled a permit. We found out that they did in fact pull a permit however they had failed the only 3 rough-in inspections that had been done. We are now left with an electrical job that is not even close to being finished and not close to what we paid for or signed a contract on. We now have uncompleted work, we have bad breakers that are buzzing and unsafe electrical wires hanging out of walls. We have an unsafe home that has failed city inspections. Many of the positive reviews you will read here involve workers who have quit Nipper. Again, we thought our workers were great too until they left. With an owner who says I’m done working on your house, berates women over the phone, does not do the work that was paid for and leaves a family in an unsafe home that has failed inspection…I would warn you to run as fast and far away from Nipper Electric as possible.
Description of Work: Entire Home Rewire

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
4.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$30,000

Richard B.
12/2020
5.0
electrician, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
Matt and Ryan were excellent. In slightly over 2 hours they installed 3 fans.
Description of Work: Ceiling fans (3)

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
$597

Response from Nipper Electric Inc
Thank You [Member Name Removed]! We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business!

Alfred S.
11/2020
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Work itself was good. Little bit of a difficulty getting the inspection with the city scheduled.
Description of Work: Meter box was replaced and the new box was a slightly different size. Also a number of bottom panels damaged.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

M P.
08/2020
5.0
ceiling fans
  + -1 more
Both customer service & technicians were pleasant, professional & knowledgeable. Arrived on time, wore masks & shoe covers. Determined that there was a faulty switch. Would definitely recommend Nipper Electric and use them again.
Description of Work: Diagnostic check for bad exhaust fan/light switch.

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

Response from Nipper Electric Inc
Thank you for your kind words of recommendation, at Nipper Electric we are appreciative of your business and we hope to show that throughout your time working with us. Have Great day!

Philip C.
10/2019
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
We couldn’t be happier! Matt @ Nipper Electric was A+. Highly recommend and will use again. Thanks!
Description of Work: Install Recessed Lighting

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
$796

Yvonne D.
07/2019
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Exceptionally well. The problems were quickly diagnosed and remedies performed efficiently. The technician was an excellent diagnostician and highly professional. Trey once again exhibited his deep commitment to customer service. This is the 2nd time in about a month I have used this company and will definitely call upon their expertise again.
Description of Work: Diagnosis of a problem with pool-related outside outlets and switches.

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 Nipper Electric Inc
Thank you [Member Name Removed] !! We are grateful for your continued business. We diagnose all types of electrical issues and try to always give you options so you have a choice in what you pay.

Anthony O.
07/2019
5.0
electrician, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
On time, told me what they were going to do and got it done. When one of the fans I had purchased had an issue and could not be adjusted, Matt took it down and came back the next day at no additional charge to finish the job once I exchanged the fans. Called early when they were running a bit late to keep me informed. They cleaned up all the refuse and would have taken the old fixtures, but they put them in my truck so I could take them to Habitat for Humanity. A little more than I was looking to spend, but I am sure the job was done correctly so it is worth it in the long run. I would hire them again.
Description of Work: Replaced four ceiling light/fan combinations.

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

Robert T.
04/2019
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They responded most expeditiously and they were able to get here within an hour and a half. For the work that they did and the time they spent here, the price was acceptable.
Description of Work: I had them fixed a lighting fixture, they almost rewired it.

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

Response from Nipper Electric Inc
Thank you for your business. Quick Response time is a key factor we want to separate us from our competitors.

Audrey M.
03/2019
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
AMAZING work, punctuality, and customer service. Nipper Electric went above and beyond not only speaking with us while getting our quote but with the cleanup afterward. We couldn’t be more satisfied with the job they did.
Description of Work: Lights/chandeliers replaced with canned lights and an outlet/light switch moved

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
$1,000

Response from Nipper Electric Inc
Thank you for the opportunity to earn your business. Installing new lighting is one of our favorite electrical installations. We really appreciate the kind words and look forward to working with you in the future !!

Jacob B.
03/2019
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Zack and Jacob were on time, courteous and professional, and very knowledgeable. They took the time to answer questions and were effficient. The in-wall insulation posed no problems for them and the install has a neat, clean appearance. They cleaned up and asked about taking shoes off up front, which my wife appreciated. Will definitely rehire. Thanks guys!
Description of Work: Running in-wall HDMI and ethernet cables and installing new outlet for wall mounted TV

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
$349

Response from Nipper Electric Inc
Thank you for choosing our business !! Doing the small things like taking care of your floors and cleaning up our work area like it was before we started will hopefully ensure you have the only electrician you need for your home !!

Katie H.
02/2019
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
I had a great experience with Nipper electric. The entire process was smooth, from scheduling the appointment to fixing and diagnosing the issues. Rocky and Matt provided excellent customer service - they were very friendly, knowledgeable, and explained everything in clear detail. We will certainly use them again in the future for any electrical needs!
Description of Work: Electrical wire and fixture replacement, jetted tub issues

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 Nipper Electric Inc
Thank you [Member Name Removed] !! We know hiring an electrician is not always one of the top things you want to be doing. We try to make the process as smooth as possible !!

Susan C.
12/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Nipper provided us with a fast estimate, and came and did the work very soon afterwards. Thanks Trey!
Description of Work: Upgrading a fuse box to a circuit breaker for our 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
$2,100

Response from Nipper Electric Inc
Thank you for the opportunity to work for you !! We always make sure we do great work for our customers but it's our goal to get the job taken care of fast and inconvenience you as little as possible while we do our work !!

remick D.
11/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
I must say that we had nothing but exceptionally fine dealings with them. Deadlines were met, and the quality of their work has been superb.
Description of Work: lighting and electrical

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
$3,000

Response from Nipper Electric Inc
We greatly appreciate your business !! Meeting deadlines sometimes is half of the battle. Thank you for your kind words !'

Dorothy W.
11/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Our project was a big one. Our low voltage patch panel was a total nightmare. Only a couple of our cables and telcon wires were connected, the rest were left hanging. There were so many cables and wires hanging out of the panel that the cover would not close. We could not find anyone willing to install a larger patch panel and connect all our cables/telcon wires. It wasn't a difficult job, just a very tedious one. When Trey was here for another project I showed him the mess. Trey immediately said yes, they could clean up the mess. Trey actually had a couple of guys who wanted the challenge, Matt and Jacob. They guys arrived energized and ready to tackle the job. They more than doubled the size of our patch panel and reconnected all our cable and telcon wires. Matt and Jacob remained upbeat and determined through the whole job, even when there were some weird glitches with splitters and cables. We have a 5G Router plus an extender, 2-DVRs, 7-Set top boxes, Cat5e & telecon keystone jacks in every room. They tested every connection and verified phone, internet, live & FIOS TV were working. We would say that Matt and Jacob met the challenge and exceeded our expectations with a smile and positive attitude. We were blown away with the results.
Description of Work: Rewiring cable & telephone

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 Nipper Electric Inc
[Member Name Removed] we appreciate you choosing Nipper Electric. We do all kinds of electrical work but low voltage, Cat 5, Cat 6, Coaxial Cable, HDMI are all work we specialize in also !!!

Scott B.
11/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Nipper Electric did an outstanding job upgrading our electrical box and adding 4 circuits. Trey especially was helpful and professional through the whole job. He gave options for each item being worked and allowed for us to decide on what worked best for the upgrade and our budget. I would definitely use Nipper Electric again and recommend them to anyone looking for electrical work.
Description of Work: Electrical Box Upgrade and 4 Additional Circuits 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

Response from Nipper Electric Inc
Thank You [Member Name Removed] !! We are breaker box specialist and we pride ourselves on giving options from the most economical to the more premier choices with 25 year warranties !!!

Kathryn P.
10/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Outstanding work . Speedy, thorough and competent. Exceptionally knowledgeable and easy to welcome into one’s home. A small company with a big heart.
Description of Work: An electrical inspection

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

Brenon O.
08/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
They were amazing. Not only does Nipper find the problem, they identify the best solution, and not just one that costs the most money. In fact, Trey (owner) called me to explain a fix that saved me money and prevented me from having to lose power for days. We are new to VA Beach and Nipper has been the best discovery. I trust them to take care of my family when I’m gone (has happened) and their guys are all wonderful. Do yourself a favor and call them. When you talk to Trey (who ALWAYS responds) you will talk to an experienced, genuine, standup guy who hires the same.
Description of Work: Lost power once and twice lost power in part of the house. They had to isolate the issue and once figure out how to restore power with minimal resources at the house to utilize.

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

Neel S.
06/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting, generator service
  + 1 more
Wow, these guys are great! I had an emergency situation at my home late on a weekend as none of my electricity was working. Trey quickly diagnosed the issue in no time and clearly explained to me what was going on in my home. Mind you, he did so patiently even after I asked the same questions several times! I will definitely recommend these guys to anyone looking for electrical work due to their great customer service, integrity, and knowledge!
Description of Work: Electrical Work.

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

NATHAN W.
04/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Prompt, friendly and professional service. The result of their work was exactly what I had in mind and looks fantastic. They had my electric vehicle charger installed from quote to finish in just days.
Description of Work: Electric vehicle charger install

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

Tim K.
04/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Went so well. I expected to get hit with tons of charges. And a delay in the fix. They exceeded every single expectation. I would not hesitate to call them again
Description of Work: My dishwasher was broken with 10 guests coming over for dinner

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
$147

Emil L.
03/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
The guys did a great job. They said I would be out of power for 8-9 hours. It was actually a little more than 7 hours. They were respectful and cleaned up after themselves.
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
$2,000

Maggie W.
03/2018
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
I am always leery of hiring workman/companies researched on the internet for the unknown factor. I did find Nipper Electric this way-did a fair amount of research on the company and read every available review. As a skeptic of having strangers in my house, all my suspicions were assuaged upon the first phone call to Trey. He provided information about their company, asked detailed questions about the requested work, answered all my initial questions throughly, and was patient with me to explain what needed to be done. Furthermore, I had to call Trey back a couple of times before commencement of the job-and his attention to my questions made me feel confident in his ability to complete the work and to be attentive to my specificity and exactness to details. Trey called the night before to confirm the appointment and Rocky the master electrician called me thirty minutes prior to the appointment to let me know that he was on his way. Rocky and his assistant Jacob were at man home for eight hours. I can not praise enough the work done. I am a detailed specific person-and demanding on what I want done. Rocky was able to assess what I was seeking and precisely advised me on the procedure and available options for certain tasks. They were neat and tidy...and cleaned up 100% after the job. I have never written a review about a company-but I am doing so about Nipper Electric because of the quality of the job and the electricians/workmen. Trey follows up to make sure the client is happy with the work and if it was done properly and to your satisfaction-in my case, I called him 20 minutes after they left to sing their praises. As you can tell from the length of this review----I would recommend them to anyone~!
Description of Work: Rewiring Bathroom and Bedroom Wall

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
$2,000

Virgil H.
02/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Excellent service and professional service
Description of Work: Electrical repair

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
$150

Andrew Z.
01/2018
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Trey and Rocky were professional, thorough and did quality work. Trey went beyond and handled communication with the power company even though it wasn’t his responsibility. Would absolutely hire again.
Description of Work: Meter base 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
$675
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Contact information

593 S. Birdneck Rd. Ste. 102, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

http://www.nipperelectric.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed


Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
2705155679
Trade License Locale
Virginia
Trade License Authority
Virginia: Contractors
Trade License Expiration
01/31/2025

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

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Generator,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Home Automation,
Solar Panels,
General Remodeling

FAQ

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

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Nipper Electric Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Nipper Electric Inc offers free project estimates.
Yes, Nipper Electric Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Nipper Electric Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Nipper Electric Inc offers emergency services.
Yes, Nipper Electric Inc offers warranties.
Nipper Electric Inc offers the following services: Residential Services: Generators Tesla EV Chargers Dock/Marine/boat lifts Aluminum wiring Bathroom exhaust fans Carbon monoxide/smoke detectors Fan installation Flat screen installation Landscape lighting Lighting upgrades Outdoor security lighting Panel upgrades Pool and hot tub wiring Receptacle installation Vehicle charging stations Commercial Services: Service repairs Power poles Dedicated circuits Lighting installation Lighting ballasts Relamping Technical troubleshooting and more!
N/A

Contact information

593 S. Birdneck Rd. Ste. 102, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

http://www.nipperelectric.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed