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American Electric reviews
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The Verdict
American Electric is the contractor you call when you need reliable electrical work at a fair price. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found two standout patterns: speed and versatility. One homeowner got a same-day visit on a 103-degree day after their dental office breaker died, and the repair cost half what another electrician quoted. Another customer had American Electric rewire their entire house, add a 220V garage outlet, install an EV charger, wire a home theater, and fix their AC over several years. The crew consistently shows up on time, finishes projects in a single visit when possible, and leaves job sites clean. We found 39 mentions of workmanship quality and couldn't locate a single complaint about shoddy wiring or code issues. The downside: communication lapses appear in a handful of reviews, including one no-show for a scheduled quote and another messy stucco patch that cost the homeowner $600 to fix. If you need an electrician who won't exploit an emergency and can handle everything from recessed lights to whole-house generators, American Electric delivers solid work without the premium markup.
If you want an electrician who shows up when promised and quotes fairly, American Electric is a safe bet. You may occasionally need to follow up on scheduling, but the crew's technical skills and honest pricing make that trade-off manageable for most projects.
3 Stories That Stood Out
Ivetico faced a midday emergency at a dental office on a 103° day when the breaker failed and patients were waiting. They first called an electrician who quoted $1,400 and pushed to do the job immediately, a move that felt like taking advantage of the urgent situation. Desperate, they reached out to American Electric Corporation; a technician arrived right away, completed the repair in under an hour, and charged less than half the original quote, getting the practice back up without exploiting the crisis. Ivetico later discovered the company is a Lowe’s specialty contractor, which added to the sense of trust. What lingered was how fast and fair the response was—the office reopened the same day on a scorching 103° afternoon thanks to a prompt, reasonably priced repair.
Scott turned to American Electric Company over the past few years as a steady string of electrical projects accumulated around his home: they rewired the entire house, added a 220‑volt outlet and new lighting in the garage, installed an electric car charger, put in a home-theater system and outdoor speakers, and even repaired the central air on a weekend. He found Harry and his crew to be professional, hard-working, honest and knowledgeable, tackling both large jobs like the full rewire and quick emergencies without hesitation. The detail that stuck with him most was the weekend AC rescue — paired with the comprehensive rewiring, it sealed his confidence in calling them for every electrical need.
L. C. hired the company for a residential solar installation and found the crew offered almost no communication before or after the job. They encountered workers who finished the work, left without much interaction or instructions, and came across as slightly rude. The crew left walls and floors messy and broke the stucco into pieces. They ended up hiring another contractor and paying $600 out of pocket to repair the stucco—an unexpected cost that overshadowed the project.
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Serving customers for 13 years
Among the longest-standing installers in the market.
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What You Can Expect
Steve Johnson met Harry for an on-site estimate and found the price far more affordable than he expected. He bought a natural gas Generic 26W whole-house generator from American Electric. When the installation crew arrived, he noticed they were seasoned pros — friendly, coordinated, and efficient — and the work reflected that: the unit went in neatly, wiring and connections looked tidy, and they left the property spotless. With the power grid feeling strained these days, he ended up with reliable whole-house backup and, more than anything, the lasting impression of a careful, well-organized crew.
Carlota G. hired the company to update and relocate the electric panel on her home. She found the crew honest, knowledgeable and professional, and appreciated their competitive pricing. The team handled the panel upgrade and move smoothly, turning a technical job into a straightforward fix. She gave a five-star rating and plans to call them again for other electrical issues — the standout detail being a competent panel relocation delivered at a fair price.
Kathryn M. needed a new generator and an electrical-panel upgrade for her home. After calling several companies that pushed her out by weeks, Harry showed up the same day, handed her a bid on the spot, and scheduled the work quickly. The crew arrived on time and completed both the generator and the panel in two days. That same-day visit from Harry and the two-day turnaround are what convinced her to recommend the company.
Scott turned to American Electric Company over the past few years as a steady string of electrical projects accumulated around his home: they rewired the entire house, added a 220‑volt outlet and new lighting in the garage, installed an electric car charger, put in a home-theater system and outdoor speakers, and even repaired the central air on a weekend. He found Harry and his crew to be professional, hard-working, honest and knowledgeable, tackling both large jobs like the full rewire and quick emergencies without hesitation. The detail that stuck with him most was the weekend AC rescue — paired with the comprehensive rewiring, it sealed his confidence in calling them for every electrical need.
Leon E brought Harry and his crew in to install a standby generator. He ended up with a well-executed installation and was struck by the crew’s quality workmanship and consistently professional service.
Thai R. called American Electric about a lingering problem and ended up most impressed with the technician, Harry. He found Harry calm, highly knowledgeable and professional—someone who took the time to explain the issue, demonstrate what was going wrong, and then stayed after the repair to verify everything was working properly. The thing that stood out was Harry’s focus on a lasting solution rather than a quick patch and his willingness to stick around until he was sure the job held. He plans to call Harry again if needed and has already been telling friends and colleagues to ask for him.
Rajesh wanted a 240V outlet added for his new EV on his home. He arranged an assessment with American Electric Company, and Harry arrived ahead of the scheduled time, spent about ten minutes inspecting the electrical panel, then followed up with a written estimate while remaining polite and professional. On install day, a technician handled the job competently and wrapped up the outlet installation in roughly three hours; he left the system working as expected. He plans to call American Electric Company and Harry for any future electrical work — the quick, on-time assessment paired with a straightforward three-hour install is the detail that stuck with him.
Thomas V. called three electricians for a home repair and only Harry phoned back—within ten minutes. The technician arrived right on the scheduled morning appointment, diagnosed the problem quickly, and billed only the basic call-out fee. What stuck with him was the quick callback and an on-time visit that resolved the issue without any surprise charges.
Beth K. hired Harry and his team to add lighting throughout her home — new fixtures in the kitchen, the bedrooms and the bathroom. She appreciated how courteous and patient the crew was as she decided where each light should go; they kept checking in and only proceeded when she agreed on placement. After comparing a couple of other companies, she felt their price was the most reasonable and ended up with rooms that look noticeably refreshed. The detail that stood out was their care over placement — the finished lighting feels thoughtful, not rushed.
Long-term Satisfaction
Recent customers rate American Electric 4.7 ★
Long-term reviews carry the most weight in our methodology because they are most representative of what you should be paying for: a system that will perform for years.