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Zeller Electric won't surprise you with shoddy work, but their pricing might catch you off guard. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a contractor who sends electricians homeowners genuinely like. Nine reviewers praised their workmanship, with stories like a laundry room switch panel fixed after a year of waiting and LED lights swapped in so fast the homeowner called it "professional, fast, and friendly" all in one breath. We found zero complaints about job-site cleanup or follow-through after the work was done. The catch is cost. Three reviewers balked at quotes, including one who got hit with a $125 estimate fee that wasn't disclosed upfront and another who received a $970 bid for an outlet installation that competitors quoted under $500. If you're comparing bids, get Zeller's price in writing before they show up. One reviewer discovered the estimate charge only after the fact, and no other contractor they called charged for quotes.
If you value reliability and clean work over rock-bottom pricing, Zeller Electric delivers competent service with electricians who show up on time and fix what you hired them for. Just confirm their estimate policy and get competing quotes, because their pricing runs high and at least one homeowner paid for a quote without knowing it upfront.
Katie called for a solar estimate and discovered the company charged $125 to provide a quote — a fee that hadn’t been disclosed on the phone. She ended up paying the fee, received their proposal, and found it was astronomically higher than multiple other bids for the same job; those other companies provided estimates without charging. The detail that sticks: an unexpected $125 quoting charge combined with a noticeably inflated price compared with competitors.
Mayor discovered that, after a year with a dead switch panel in his laundry room, the panel finally works again — and the outside driveway light that had been dark for six years now shines. He spoke with Paul, who proved friendly, knowledgeable, and hands-on, and Paul completed the repairs with solid, professional workmanship. The most striking takeaway: Paul tackled long-neglected, small-but-annoying electrical problems in one visit and restored everyday conveniences that had been left broken for years.
Hayley arranged for an interior lighting refresh to swap her tired fluorescent fixtures for LEDs, and Chris handled the job. He worked quickly and courteously, swapping the tubes and fittings, and when he noticed one diffuser had a chunk missing he produced a replacement cover on the spot. She ended up with brighter, cleaner-looking fixtures installed professionally and with minimal fuss — the on-the-spot cover swap was the detail that made the visit feel finished and tidy.
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Chelsie Tamms collaborated with Zeller Electric a couple of times to produce custom designs and illustrations for their projects. She kept coming back because the team stayed organized, kept communication clear and consistent, and was genuinely friendly to work with. That steady combination of structure and approachability made the creative process straightforward and turned Zeller into a go-to partner for her design work.
P. K. Terry called to confirm Zeller could handle a full-electric job for their home and discovered the earliest opening was February 1 — which turned out to be only a week away. They laughed at the short wait and booked the appointment; Kyle arrived on time, was friendly and efficient, completed the work and cleaned up thoroughly. With Zeller nearby the scheduling felt easy, and they ended up with a fast, tidy visit that matched expectations. The detail that stuck: a punctual technician who left the place spotless.
Katie called for a solar estimate and discovered the company charged $125 to provide a quote — a fee that hadn’t been disclosed on the phone. She ended up paying the fee, received their proposal, and found it was astronomically higher than multiple other bids for the same job; those other companies provided estimates without charging. The detail that sticks: an unexpected $125 quoting charge combined with a noticeably inflated price compared with competitors.
Hayley arranged for an interior lighting refresh to swap her tired fluorescent fixtures for LEDs, and Chris handled the job. He worked quickly and courteously, swapping the tubes and fittings, and when he noticed one diffuser had a chunk missing he produced a replacement cover on the spot. She ended up with brighter, cleaner-looking fixtures installed professionally and with minimal fuss — the on-the-spot cover swap was the detail that made the visit feel finished and tidy.
Ed Monroe hired Zeller twice for household service at his home. He found them consistently friendly, responsive, and very professional. The standout detail is the repeat hire — he came back for a second job, which points to reliable, consistent service rather than a one-off good experience.
Mohit Singh called Zeller Electric after living with intermittent flickering lights in his home for about a year; Ameren had already checked the service and confirmed the outside voltage was steady, so an internal wiring issue seemed likely. When Zeller’s technician arrived, he never performed a thorough inspection — he simply flipped the circuit breaker and shrugged, insisting the flicker was common and even happened in his own house. Mohit pushed for further troubleshooting, but the tech immediately recommended replacing the entire internal cabling, a solution Mohit found excessive for a flicker. The crew left without fixing the problem and later sent a $95 invoice, which Mohit questioned given that a modest call-out fee of $25–$30 felt more reasonable for the brief visit. He walked away with the same unresolved flicker, a four-figure scare about replacing all wiring, and a feeling that the technician lacked competence. The detail that sticks: a ten‑minute breaker flip, a recommendation to rewire the whole house, and a $95 charge — no diagnosis, no repair.
Christian Sams welcomed an electrician to handle the electrical side of his system and walked away impressed by the tech’s demeanor and workmanship. He found the electrician personable and informative, worked quietly and quickly on-site, and even shared helpful tips about the equipment. The one snag: the new breaker has been tripping occasionally, but it’s a fast, easily resettable issue so far. The lasting impression is a smooth, low‑fuss install paired with a small, manageable electrical hiccup to monitor.
Nathan W faced a time-sensitive solar installation on his home and needed the work done quickly. Zeller Electric sprang into action: their crew stayed highly responsive, executed clean, professional workmanship, and pushed the project through so it wrapped up ahead of schedule. He walked away impressed by the responsiveness and the quality of the install — the fact they finished early is the detail he remembers most.
Raghu Ganta shopped for a NEMA 50 outlet installation and encountered a quote of $970. He compared that with other bids that came in under $500 and discovered the company's price was substantially higher while the proposal itself felt confusing and unclear about the cost breakdown. He walked away frustrated — the striking detail was the nearly twofold difference between this quote and competing offers.
Recent customers rate Zeller Electric 4.9 ★
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.