First Choice Electrical, LLC

Electrical, Lighting, Solar Panels,

About us

First Choice Electrical LLC is a local residential electrical contractor servicing the greater Pudget Sound area. We pride ourselves in providing quality and inspected electrical services. We operate with Integrity, Professionalism, and Craftsmanship and focus on customer satisfaction as well as a quality in craftsmanship that sets us apart from other electrical contractors. Jeffrey Lambert Master Electrician/Electrical Administrators/Electrical Contractor/Owner

Business highlights

7 years of trusted experience
Minority Owned & Operated
LGBTQ+ Friendly
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered
Eco Friendly

Services we offer

We offer all residential electrical services, from small service calls to re-wiring an entire home. Ask about residential solar services and installations. We are partnered with Generac and are certified Solar installers certified to install the PWRCell battery back-up system, and are #1 in the state leading with the most installations. We are also a Generac Generator service dealer and certified installer. We are also partnered with Tesla in regards to the Tesla car charger installations. We have many more Solar with battery back-up certifications such as Enphase and LG Chem. Hot tub circuits, Main Breaker panel replacements, entire 200 amp service upgrades, Kitchen and Bathroom remodels as well as any and all lighting remodels. Anything in regards to residential electrical projects we have done before and can take your project on with confidence. We follow all NEC Code requirements as well as and code requirements via the local AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction). All work we estimate that legally requires permitting we obtain the permit with no exceptions. Ours quotes are all inclusive so once quoted (unless you add additional items) quote does not change. We operate with Integrity, Professionalism and Craftsmanship. This is our mission statement and we never deter from these principles.

Services we don't offer

We do not do Security alarms, low voltage landscape lighting or portable generator repair or maintenance.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa


Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.620 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
80%
4
10%
3
0%
2
5%
1
5%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.6
value
4.8
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.8

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Showing 1-20 of 20 reviews

Robert B.
03/2025
5.0
electrician, solar panels
  + 0 more
Great install by qualified staff. Great follow up to fine tune the system to meet my needs. I am overall net zero including charging my EV. Highly recommend solar panels for Tacoma area and especially if you have TPU as service provider as they bank the excess hours produced in summer to use in the winter months.
Description of Work: installation of Generac power cell battery back up system with automatic transfer switch for critical loads panel 12 kWh of storage and many more projects, including wiring for a new addition, running a car charger, circuit, and running a dedicated circuit to fireplace.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Bob F.
03/2025
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
Jeff & his team at First Choice have been great! From the first visit through all of the work done, they have been professional and very easy to work with. While Generac seemed to have some "teething" issues with new equipment and software, First Choice was always right with us to make it work. We're going to be adding additional battery capacity and solar panels, and First Choice will be the ones to do that. I'm a real estate broker and I have already referred First Choice to several of my clients. Trust me, I don't do that lightly!
Description of Work: Install solar panels and battery storage with goal of running our entire house during power outages.

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
$80,000

Doug N.
02/2025
5.0
electrician, solar panels
  + 0 more
Jeff, Tavius and rest of his team were so responsive and committed to the success of our solar project that I can’t imagine how it could have gone better. Jeff is a breath of fresh air when it comes to business practices; honest, forthright, knowledgeable and works so hard (24/7) that I worried that he might burn out. He never did.
Description of Work: Generac Solar with battery back-up

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
$75,000

Shawn Faber
01/2025
1.0
Google Review
Asked for a quote to install a tesla wall charger. They quoted me at nearly 1k. The going rate at the 5ime was 700 dollars however they were available sooner, so I went with them. Huge mistake. After using it for over a year I lost power to my main breaker. Called them up. Said it would be 250 if it was my fault free if it was there fault. Turns out the installed for a 50 amp charger installed of tesla's required 60 amp breaker. They are telling me its my fault because normal car chargers are 50 amp breakers. Now wont return my call. I would avoid these guys at all costs.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Chuck
12/2024
5.0
Google Review
Tavius of First Choice Electric always does a very good job. He pays attention to details. Thanks, Tavius
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from First Choice Electrical, LLC
Thank you! Happy to be of great service, and we appreciate your business!

Matt Freeland
10/2024
5.0
Google Review
Completed their work in a timely and professional manner and the work was very well done. Easy to work with and even added some extras free of charge. I highly recommend and will be returning in the future!
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from First Choice Electrical, LLC
Thank you, Matt. We appreciate your business!

Jim Simpson
09/2024
5.0
Google Review
Jeffrey and his team were professional on the job and understanding with me as a customer. He had no problem rescheduling the job when it was needed. The company gave me the lowest bid of three altogether. Their phone system got right back to me with the request for payment.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from First Choice Electrical, LLC
Thank you, Jim! It was our pleasure and we appreciate your business!

Chris Lovata
08/2024
5.0
Google Review
Helped fix an outlet and went above and beyond great job
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from First Choice Electrical, LLC
Thank you! Glad we were able to help you and fix your outlet issue! We appreciate your business and kind words!

Richard C.
07/2023
4.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It went well,but I wish the electrician would have taken the time to mount the panel flush with wall .The left side is in about 3/4 " This made it difficult to repair the sheet rock .
Description of Work: Main Panel Replacement
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from First Choice Electrical, LLC
Thank you so much for your great review and my apologies for the human error and lack of diligence. I hope this did not inconvenience you in anyway that resulted in a negative situation.

Josh S.
07/2023
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Very pleased with everything from customer service to the install. The guys were on time for the install and did a great job. I highly recommend!
Description of Work: Main panel replacement
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Ernest Y.
07/2023
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
We hired First Choice to install our whole house generator about a month ago. They provided excellent service from quote to finish. During the installation phase they also explained how the generator works and answered all questions we had. A few weeks after purchasing our generator we lost power for just over 8 hours. This was our first power loss after buying a generator. Our generator kicked in within a few seconds and worked great the entire time. If you’re thinking of buying a new whole house generator, give First Choice a call. I highly recommend them.
Description of Work: 10kw Generac Generator

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
$13,800

Kevin H.
04/2023
2.0
electrician
  + -1 more
I regret to pick this company to install my new electrical panel, EV charger and outdoor outlet. When the bid came it came with minimum information and I did not think much of it. My old electrical panel is twice as small but they cut the drywall to fix twice as large electric panel leaving me to fix it. Their employees stepped on my new peony and did not apologize for it even I pointed out. If I ask for information, they would point to the contract. Here are lessons to be learned: Ask for specific model#, if damage is done to your house, who will fix it? Is customer satisfaction absolutely guaranteed? Make sure they spell out details in the contract or good luck with asking later. The problem is the estimator showed up and talk smoothly to you to sign the contract. Then he is not around to supervise the work and hard to question or change anything. When I asked further questions, they were unhappy to answer. E.g. when I asked how to test if my EV charger works or not, he pointed to the blinking charger. Knowing what I know now I would pick someone who is more trustworthy to work with.
Description of Work: New Electrical panel, new EV charger and outdoor outlet

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0

$8,434.13

Response from First Choice Electrical, LLC
Apologies, sir I can feel your frustration for not reading the terms and conditions of the project before accepting and starting. We are not drywall repair specialist therefore we do not quote drywall repair or include in our projects. If we were to perform drywall repair, it would look hideous. This is not a situation of laziness. This is a situation of professions. It is stated in our terms and conditions clearly for everyone to read for this exact purpose to avoid misunderstanding like so. I’m sorry you feel that I failed you. I could’ve done better. I could have read the terms and conditions to you out loud over the phone or in person whichever you pleased. Unfortunately, I am a business owner and a very busy person so at times I cannot read customers contract for them. You forgot to mention that the final inspection passed with no corrections per the national electrical code, and WAC.

Kristi G.
01/2021
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
First Choice Electrical provided professional service, and was responsive in communicating before, during, and after the job. The employees were friendly and knowledgeable, showed up on time and cleaned up when finished. I got multiple bids and First Choice came back the fastest with the best price. I will hire them again for 2 more projects I have coming up.
Description of Work: 200amp panel swap

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
$5,500

Alexander A.
01/2021
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Fantastic! They aim to please.
Description of Work: New box and new lines run from 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
$8,000

Denise J.
09/2019
5.0
lighting
  + -1 more
It was excellent. They wore uniforms to do the work. They showed up when they're supposed to showed up.
Description of Work: They put recessed lighting 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
$499

Marcia T.
09/2019
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It was good. A young man came in and did the work and his very polite.
Description of Work: They replaced electrical box in 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
$3,000

Christopher W.
07/2019
4.0
lighting
  + -1 more
Longer than anticipated but good
Description of Work: Lighting installation

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000

Deborah S.
05/2019
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
The team was amazing! From first walkthrough (and a couple of bid rewrites because I changed my mind) to completion, Jeff, Zach, John, Brandon and Jeremy were courteous, efficient, professional and flexible around some atypical sleeping hours. Jeff had great suggestions and he and Zach answered all of my questions, coming up with a good plan that was affordable. John, Brandon and Jeremy did the remodel lighting and electrical for the whole house in two days. They verified everything as they went, asked questions about my preferences during the process, and cleaned up completely. I am delighted with the results!
Description of Work: Installed whole house lighting, installed or moved switches and brought wiring up to code for remodel

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
$5,500

Response from First Choice Electrical, LLC
Thank you so much Mrs. [Member Name Removed] for taking time to leave us such a fantastic review, we appreciate it so much! This review makes me so proud.

D. Kaipo H.
04/2019
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
The gentlemen who came to my home were very professional and respectful of my home and property. I always appreciate those who consider my home as my home and not just another job.
Description of Work: Replacement of receptacles

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

Leilani W.
04/2019
5.0
ceiling fans
  + -1 more
It was phenomenal, very professional, very clean and quick. The price was very reasonable.
Description of Work: Installed a ceiling fan.

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
$78

    Contact information

    2807 S 282nd St, Federal Way, WA 98003

    http://www.firstchoiceelectricllc.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

    Bonded

    Insured

    Licensed*

    Trade License Number
    LAMBEJR823NP
    Trade License Locale
    Washington
    Trade License Authority
    Washington: Contractors
    Trade License Expiration
    12/20/2026

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    Yes
    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,
    Solar Panels,
    Ceiling Fans,
    Generator

    FAQ

    First Choice Electrical, LLC is currently rated 4.6 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

    First Choice Electrical, LLC accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
    Yes, First Choice Electrical, LLC offers free project estimates.
    Yes, First Choice Electrical, LLC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, First Choice Electrical, LLC does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, First Choice Electrical, LLC offers emergency services.
    Yes, First Choice Electrical, LLC offers warranties.
    First Choice Electrical, LLC offers the following services: We offer all residential electrical services, from small service calls to re-wiring an entire home. Ask about residential solar services and installations. We are partnered with Generac and are certified Solar installers certified to install the PWRCell battery back-up system, and are #1 in the state leading with the most installations. We are also a Generac Generator service dealer and certified installer. We are also partnered with Tesla in regards to the Tesla car charger installations. We have many more Solar with battery back-up certifications such as Enphase and LG Chem. Hot tub circuits, Main Breaker panel replacements, entire 200 amp service upgrades, Kitchen and Bathroom remodels as well as any and all lighting remodels. Anything in regards to residential electrical projects we have done before and can take your project on with confidence. We follow all NEC Code requirements as well as and code requirements via the local AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction). All work we estimate that legally requires permitting we obtain the permit with no exceptions. Ours quotes are all inclusive so once quoted (unless you add additional items) quote does not change. We operate with Integrity, Professionalism and Craftsmanship. This is our mission statement and we never deter from these principles.
    We do not do Security alarms, low voltage landscape lighting or portable generator repair or maintenance.

    Contact information

    2807 S 282nd St, Federal Way, WA 98003

    http://www.firstchoiceelectricllc.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