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The Local Electrician

Electrician · Houston, TX · reviewed since 2019

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%94+51.3Reliability 24%90+21.8Value 14%96+13.6Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 94Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.94SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#55 of 135 electriciansPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 60%
4.9 ★★★★★ 216 Google reviews · 81 photos
98%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.5%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
100%reviews answered by the owner
$1.1ktypical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

The Local Electrician at a glance

Customers frequently cite prompt arrival, clear communication, and fair pricing for services including panel replacements, GFCI installations, and lighting repairs. The business maintains a 4.9 rating from 216 reviews, with the owner responding to every review. However, several low-rated excerpts criticize high diagnostic fees and trip charges, with some customers alleging unnecessary panel replacements or costs that exceeded expectations for simple repairs.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 216 reviews (98% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 216 Google reviews (192 with written comments, 6 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 19, 2026.
  • Service: Electrician serving Houston, Texas.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other electricians

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and momentum; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction94Reliability90Craft & service100Value96Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 94 (median 94)Reliability: 90 (median 92)Craft & service: 100 (median 98)Value: 96 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 100 (median 93)
The Local ElectricianElectricians median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.The Local Electrician: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
94
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.The Local Electrician: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
90
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.The Local Electrician: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
100
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.The Local Electrician: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
96
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.The Local Electrician: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.The Local Electrician: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
100

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Star ratings

216 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars21198%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars21%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star31%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 192 written reviews

  • Praise48199%
  • Complaints61%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price1018%
  • Reasonable3868%
  • Overpriced12%
  • Not sure713%
$1.1k+127% vs typical electricians

Middle half of what 48 customers paid ($295–$2.8k) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude11223%
  • Speed & response10321%
  • Quality & results7515%
  • Price & value6012%
  • Would recommend5912%
  • Communication5010%
  • Honesty & trust286%

What customers talk about

We read 192 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Very reliable and Carlos was very professional and must important thing great prices.”
  • “Sean came on time, diagnosed the problem and then sent a technician to repair the damage.”
  • “They were very communicative, on-time, professional, and did quality work.”
    “Joe from The Local Electrician came out to help me diagnose and fix an issue with my outdoor outlets not working.”
  • “Sean was prompt, kind, thorough, and extremely reasonable.”
    “Somewhat pricey but on time with great results, service and follow through.”
  • “I highly recommend Local Electric and Shawn as your electrician.”
  • “I just had Andy and another young man with him, come work on installing a security camera and they explain everything he was doing and very clean.”
  • “Sean came to assess the project and gave me fair and upfront pricing.”

People customers mention

  • Sean 16 reviews
  • Lee 11 reviews
  • Joe 10 reviews
  • Matthew 8 reviews
  • Andy 7 reviews
  • Ricardo 4 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired The Local Electrician for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

jean8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Matthew was very awesome. Always very polite and answers all my concerns. He helped me with my blink system and gave recommendations. I will continue to use them. Thank you. I just had Andy and another young man with him, come work on installing a security camera and they explain everything he was doing and very…

Paid $1–500Reasonable priceElectrical wiring installationElectrical outlet & switch relocationElectrical panel repair
Margaret4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Sean came on time, diagnosed the problem and then sent a technician to repair the damage. We have faith in their work! I also want to give a shoutout to the technician, Lee. He worked quickly and efficiently to complete the job.

Paid $1,500–2,000Not sureGround wire installation
Mike2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Very reliable and Carlos was very professional and must important thing great prices.

Paid $1,000–1,500Great price
MichaelLocal Guide · 10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Sean and his team (Andy, Lee) did a great all day series of electrical projects around the house (eg- generator lockout, GFCI installation, new house ground, LED accent lighting). They were very communicative, on-time, professional, and did quality work.

Paid $5,000+Reasonable priceGround wire installationLight fixture installationElectrical panel replacement or upgrading
Ken6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Sean and Edger did a great job! On time, cleaned up and put furniture back where necessary and provided quick and quality service

Paid $1,000–1,500Reasonable priceLight fixture repairOutdoor lighting installation
Melissa7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Sean was prompt, kind, thorough, and extremely reasonable. We received service, diagnosis, and complete repair to our outlet, appliance chord and grounding rod within 48 of our initial request. Total life saver. I highly recommend The Local Electrician!!

Paid $1,500–2,000Reasonable priceElectrical inspectionsElectrical outlet & switch repairService not listed

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 216 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Jobs customers hired them for — from Google's service tags and the review text
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Mike Carpenter9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mike has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very nice

  • Services: Light fixture repair
Response from the owner · 4 days ago

Thank you Mike! We sure appreciate your 5 star feedback.

fi connorsLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews fi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Thank you Andy and Samuel. Great job. Quick and professional. I’ll rebook Andy for the next job. And a coupon! Thank you both🙏

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Electrical inspections
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re happy to hear Andy and Samuel provided quick, professional service and that you were pleased with your experience. We truly appreciate your continued trust in The Local Electrician, and we’ll be sure to share your kind words with both of them. We look forward to helping you with your next project!

Allison Pfifer13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Allison has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Sean did a great job for me. and the price was good! Thank you Sean.

Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you so much for the great review! We’re glad Sean did a great job for you and that you were happy with the price. We truly appreciate your business and your kind words, and we’ll be sure to share your feedback with Sean!

jean colvin8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews jean has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Matthew was very awesome. Always very polite and answers all my concerns. He helped me with my blink system and gave recommendations. I will continue to use them. Thank you. I just had Andy and another young man with him, come work on installing a security camera and they explain everything he was doing and very clean. Also this team is so respectful and polite which is very hard to find in some workers these days. I recommend them 100%. Thank you

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $1–500
  • Services: Electrical wiring installation, Electrical outlet & switch relocation, Electrical panel repair, Electrical outlet & switch repair, Security system installation, Outdoor lighting installation
  • Response time: 0–1 hr
Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you Jean for your 5-star rating for our Master Electrician Matthew. I know he strives providing the best service up and beyond his clients. We look forward servicing you again and we appreciate your time letting us know we met and superseded your expectations and thankful your house is now back safe to where you need it to be!

Margaret McAughan4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Margaret has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Sean came on time, diagnosed the problem and then sent a technician to repair the damage. We have faith in their work! I also want to give a shoutout to the technician, Lee. He worked quickly and efficiently to complete the job.

  • Price assessment: Not sure
  • Price: $1,500–2,000
  • Services: Ground wire installation
  • Response time: 0–1 hr
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re glad Sean was able to quickly diagnose the problem and get the repair process underway. We especially appreciate the shoutout to Lee—we’re happy to hear he worked quickly and efficiently to complete the job. Thank you for trusting The Local Electrician with your home and for having confidence in our team. We truly appreciate your business!

Mike R2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mike has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very reliable and Carlos was very professional and must important thing great prices.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $1,000–1,500
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you so much for the great review! We’re glad to hear our electricial support team member provided professional and reliable service and you were happy with the pricing. We truly appreciate your kind words and your business, and we’ll be sure to share your feedback.

Rebecca Trussell6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rebecca has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We had a very dangerous condition and challenging repair. Andy, Lee and Sam not only showed up promptly, they diagnosed our issues, were courteous, and made the repairs professionally. No short cuts. In fact, they fixed someone else’s “short” cuts. Life-long customers here. Thanks!

Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you so much for the outstanding review! We’re especially glad Andy, Lee, and Sam were able to safely diagnose such a challenging electrical issue and make the necessary repairs the right way. We truly appreciate you recognizing their professionalism, courtesy, and attention to detail. No shortcuts is exactly how we believe electrical work should be done! Thank you for choosing The Local Electrician—we’re grateful to have earned your trust and hope to be your lifelong electrician!

Michael SLocal Guide · 10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Sean and his team (Andy, Lee) did a great all day series of electrical projects around the house (eg- generator lockout, GFCI installation, new house ground, LED accent lighting). They were very communicative, on-time, professional, and did quality work.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $5,000+
  • Services: Ground wire installation, Light fixture installation, Electrical panel replacement or upgrading, Electrical outlet & switch repair
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Sean, Andy, and Lee took great care of all your electrical projects and that you were happy with the quality of their work. We truly appreciate you recognizing their communication, punctuality, professionalism, and attention to detail. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with the team!

Ken Clonts6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ken has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Sean and Edger did a great job! On time, cleaned up and put furniture back where necessary and provided quick and quality service

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $1,000–1,500
  • Services: Light fixture repair, Outdoor lighting installation
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you so much for the great review! We’re happy to hear Sean and Edgar provided quick, quality service and made sure to take care of your home by cleaning up and putting everything back in place. Being on time, respectful, and leaving things better than we found them is important to us. We truly appreciate your business and your kind words!

Melissa Manning7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Melissa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Sean was prompt, kind, thorough, and extremely reasonable. We received service, diagnosis, and complete repair to our outlet, appliance chord and grounding rod within 48 of our initial request. Total life saver. I highly recommend The Local Electrician!!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $1,500–2,000
  • Services: Electrical inspections, Electrical outlet & switch repair, Service not listed
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled Sean was able to get everything diagnosed and fully repaired so quickly. We’re especially glad his thoroughness, kindness, and professionalism made such a difference. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are happy we could be a “total lifesaver”! We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Sean.

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