Bumping this review into 2017. Today was the third time that I used Blacklite and, as always, the job was done perfectly. Bonus points for keeping me updated on the schedule and having reasonable rates. Today, they replaced a bad switch, installed two pendants and a ceiling fixture. The pendants and the fixture are in the pictures, as well as track lights that Blacklite previously installed. They were efficient and cleaned up after themselves. They are also genuinely nice guys so it's a pleasure to work with them. read more

Blacklite Electric - Electricians Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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These guys are as good as you will ever find: -Extremely professional and Knowledgeable on EVERYTHING -Fairly Priced, and everything was calculated in a message and broken down by line item owed so no awkward negotiation -Exceptional work -They explained the work to be done and what the codes were and never -They worked efficiently and NEVER cut corners We had the guys install: -A receptacle for a chandelier that needed to be drawn from canned lighting and switched installed on the door and then they hung an oversize chandelier that looks fantastic -They grounded our power supply to the garage which wasn't properly completed and it look great -They fixed multiple outlets and added GFCI outage protector on one -Installed a new outlet from by pulling from another power supply Thank you again, you will be our first call going forward!! Dan (Ukrainian Village) read more

Neville was the most expensive estimate out of the three that I got. However I liked his demeanor and professionalism far more than the other two electricians so we came to an agreement on the price and scheduled a date to start. I have a house built in the 50's and needed a lot of new work put in and old work beefed up. Neville was not able to start on the agreed upon date but communicated with me well and started the next day. It should be noted that at least for my job, Neville just came on the morning of the first day to go over the work and on the last day to check it out. Two other electricians did the actual work. Johnny was great, polite, quiet, and clean. The other electrician was nice and did a good job but lacked some of the professionalism shown by Neville and Johnny. You could describe him as "a bull in a china shop". Lucky for us, most of the work was in the attic and unfinished basement, so we didn't have to worry about any damage to our furniture etc. All in all the work took 3 days and was completed on time and at slightly less than the agreed upon price. I could have got the work done for less, but felt more comfortable with Neville. read more

We found Blacklite Electric on yelp when we were in need of an emergency outdoor outlet repair/replacement. They were the very responsive and the repair was scheduled and completed quickly. They were upfront about pricing and the job was accurately quoted. read more

When Neville arrived I was impressed by his professionalism and easy demeanor. We had two problems going on: (1) The lighting fixture under the kitchen cabinet over the sink--We couldn't get the light to turn on. I thought it may have had something to do with the ballast. (2) The ceiling fan in the bedroom was not working properly and making clicking sounds. The dome for the light housing was next to impossible to get off if we ever needed to change the bulb. Now before I get into why you should like this company, I want to point out that we had a contractor who came by to do some work on our unit about two weeks ago. He demonstrated no professionalism; lied about what he did; over-charged for his services and did a half-assed job--leaving one of the two light switches disabled when he left. Also, he gave an assessment of the ceiling fan and said that it would be very expensive. He was scheduled to come back (with parts that he purchased) and take care of the ceiling fan. Unfortunately, people like this never show up on the radar screen on places like Yelp--they are a hole in the wall and generally give the industry a bad name. Realizing that the landlord was going to have this guy come back, I informed the landlord of the shoddy services performed and that he was probably being overcharged--which he was. The landlord started searching for another contractor. After showing Neville the problem with the kitchen fixture, he had it figured out in less than ten minutes. Problem solved! loose wire. No parts. Very little labor. Smart trouble-shooting. The ceiling fan was a bit more tricky. The dome had to be unscrewed and required a bit of tenacity as well as finesse. Dome light with a bit of work was removed. Taking apart the fan motor, he was able to trouble-shoot where the clicking was coming from and correct the problem. With the fan being as old as it was it was determined that it should be replaced. But because we rent out the condo, it was fine just the way it was so long as we did not have the fan set to maximum speed. Besides, with fall here and winter approaching we really didn't the fan that much anyway. But since he fixed the problem with the clicking we have used the fan at night for circulation and it is whisper-quite. At the end of the job, which took less time than I thought, he didn't have to replace anything. No parts to replace--just the labor. Blacklite has probably saved our landlord several hundred, if not thousands of dollars, because Casablanca fans are not cheap. I know I was probably a bit more detailed in this review than I perhaps needed to be, but I just wanted to compare the services of a contractor that has great customer service skills, professionalism and knows his trade compared to a contractor that doesn't and is only out to get rip a hole in your pocket. When we move and get our own place, this company is definitely on my list as a keeper. Thanks again Neville for a great job even though I don't own the place. read more

Blacklite Electric is awesome! We have called on Neville and his experienced team to install our cieling fan, hang a drop light and fix the electric wiring in our living room. Each time, we have received great service at a fantastic price! Plus, the team is especially friendly - which is always a plus! My husband and I cannot provide enough kudos to Blacklite! read more

These guys did a fantastic job moving two electrical outlets and converting my condo HVAC unit to two Nest thermostats. I was really impressed with the speed at which they responded to my call and the almost instantaneous quote. Even when the project took more time than expected they stuck with the quoted price. They were also very courteous and were able to come do the work within a week of my initial call. Overall I would highly recommend Blacklight and I'll call them back if I need more work done in the future. read more

Neville is absolutely wonderful! First, he returned my voicemail the same day to schedule a time to fix a few lighting issues within the next days. Then, when my schedule changed, he was flexible and came earlier than we originally scheduled in order to meet my needs. While he was here, he was VERY polite and considerate. Being a young woman by myself - this is quite important to me. He diagnosed two lighting issues and at the last minute, I remembered that we had an issue with our ceiling fan and so he called the ceiling fan company and fixed that issue on the spot as well. Overall, I was very happy with the service. I plan on using him again to change two light fixtures in the next months. I'm so happy to have found a reliable and courteous electrician! read more

Neville's crew did an amazing job with two major projects I had. First project was to install outlets near the toilets in two bathrooms (to allow for the use of Toto Washlets). This required entirely new wiring and attaching to existing electrical runs. Did a great job with minimal impact to the small patch of drywall that needed to be removed to get to the existing wiring. Second project was to install cable runs to hide wires for a wall mounted TV. Both of these projects went great, took less time than expected, and were priced at a very fair rate. Would highly recommend! read more

They did a good job but didn't get 5 stars because i based the total cost around the prices i was given for 1 electrician and when 2 showed up that totally busted my budget. My husband was on hand the entire time and is VERY handy so felt this could have been done with him and 1 electrician but ultimately the ceiling fans and new island light were installed and are solid. read more

Very professional and fixed all of my issues within one hour (which saved me money). If you don't mind texting with the owner back and forth troubleshooting then use this service. They were about 45 minutes late but did call to give me a heads up. read more

A couple months ago, I needed to have a ceiling fan installed. These guys are exceptional in every aspect of the word. The day of the appointment Neville let me know that the tech that was supposed to do the job was hung up on a prior project. Neville said not to worry as he would be coming out himself to get this taken care of. He showed up shortly after and completed the install. He gave me a great discount and was extremely courteous and efficient. Anytime I am in need of a household job of this nature that I can't do myself, Blacklite Electric will absolutely be the outfit that I call. Bravo Neville! read more

Honesty Shines Bright First, let me say that it's obvious from these reviews this business owner prefers more modern (and in this case efficient) ways of communication. I can understand about how frustrating it is to field phone calls, get voicemails, answer emails, (not to mention review and reply to Yelp requests) etc. Personally I appreciate a business that is willing to transcend the ol' phone-tag method to service his clients. It was because of this that I called him as you're never going to get 100% satisfaction from every customer... and if you think that 100% satisfactionlevel really exists? Well, I've got a bridge in Alaska to sell you! I first called Blacklite today for an estimate. His voicemail mentions that you can text or leave a voice message with your request; I obviously chose to text him back. He replied within 5 min of my request and we corresponded succinctly but efficiently. It turns out my issue wasn't one at all and my misinterpretation of Nat'l codes would have been several hundred dollars worth of work that any contractor could have exploited. I was able to include photos and gave a detailed description and although it was a few text messages back and forth in the end I didn't need an electrician at all. It's rare to find this type of candidness and assistance in a field (i.e.- Home repair and improvement) wrought with hacks and crooks so I'm very impressed with the response and especially the time he took out of his day. At the very least it deserves a kudos but instead I've already passed him name and number along to another friend who could use a bookmark for an honest electrician. read more

Recommended by another tradesman we contracted with for roofing and Blacklite Electric lived up to his recommendation. Our service rep was on time, cordial and efficient with his time. He cleaned up and left the room as if he had never been there. Pricing was up front and on point. This is our electrician for the future. Outstanding company. read more

I found Neville through another electrician's recommendation (who I also found on Yelp). The reviews for Neville were great, so I called him, sent him our inspector's report for our new house and waited. He got back to me in a timely manner and scheduled an appointment to come and look at our electrical issues. He was very thorough. We walked through the house and he kept track of what the inspector said in the report and what he was finding in the house. He gave me an estimate for the work and set up another appointment to return to start the work. We worked with Neville for a solid three to four weeks. Neville was always on time or he let me know if he was running late. I found this refreshing, as so many workers nowadays do not even bother to say when they are coming and certainly don't let you know when they are running late. He works through texts most of the time. This does not bother me at all. I find it a nice way to deal with people. Neville came to do the work with Johnny and they both were respectful and worked extraordinarily hard. There turned out to be A LOT more electrical work in the house than we originally thought (it is an 1894 farmhouse) and Neville's prices were very reasonable. There were many safety issues in this old house and Neville addressed them all, taking care to listen to us and respond with practical and reasonable advice. He and Johnny are kind, responsible people who genuinely care about their work. I have recommended them to neighbors and friends, alike. As a side note, I would just also like to point out that I own my house with my sister and the level of respect that Neville and Johnny showed us - as compared to some male workers who came on our property - was really wonderful. This made working with them both to be easy and enjoyable. read more

I sent these guys a message through yelp for a household repair request, and the owner Neville was extremely detailed and fast with his responses. He helped me diagnose my situation, explained their fees and procedures and ended up recommending I just get a handyman since I would be saving money since my project didn't necessarily need an electrician. I appreciate the honesty and he even told me to look into something before I hire the handyman, just dealing with the owner through yelp messaging I can see why there are so many 5 star reviews, they go above and beyond and will not attempt to overcharge or waste your time unless they can help. Honest service technicians are very rare and much appreciated since often time the consumer can be confused or ignorant. Thank you Neville, I won't hesitate you inquire again when and if I do need an expert electrician! read more

I am amazed at the experience we had with Blacklite. We called on Saturday morning and Neville responded via text within minutes. First, I must admit, I prefer the texting route as I can be much more comprehensive via written word AND if I forgot something, I can reference back to the text. We scheduled for Monday, which was a holiday, but Neville squeezed us in. Our plans changed as he arrived but Neville came with us to the hardware store to get supplies. I cannot think of better service. We had a vision but Neville's vision was even better than we had imagined. It's so nice to have someone who obviously loves his job and gives great input. We are so pleased and plan to call on Blacklite again when we need an electrician. read more

I just had Blacklite Electric come to my home to service an outlet that needed rewiring. The technician (Johnny!) was polite, professional, and extremely skilled. The initial estimate of the job was 2-4 hours, and Johnny completed it in just over an hour. Well done and thank you! Highly recommended and fairly priced! read more

Neville, owner of Blacklite, does a tremendous job of communicating (via text, which is fine by me) with regard to gathering project information, setting timelines, expectations, etc. I had him and his team install overhead recessed lighting in three rooms, a fan in one, and lighting under my kitchen counter. They did excellent work! Even after the overhead lighting they installed were defective out of the box (from the lighting manufacturer), they replaced them free of charge several days later...amazing customer service! Lastly, I really got the feeling that Neville was an honest guy and always tried to do what was best for me. I would highly recommend Blacklite for an electrical job and will use them in future should I have a need! read more

Other comments mention that they like to communicate via text--and that suited me just fine. Had an issue and emailed them at 7am, got a text back by 8:20, and Neville was able to come out that evening. Got the issue fixed up quickly (some confusing wiring inside a ceiling fan hookup) and at a fair rate. Very nice guy and highly recommend! read more

We were very pleased with Blacklite Electric's service and would recommend this company for any projects (Large or small). Neville was professional, a knowledgeable electrician, arrived on-time, and very polite. We would definitely use them again, if we have any other electrical problems. Below is a list of electrical issues we had and was fixed by Neville in a couple of hours. He also provided an estimate the next day on other issues that was not a priority to fix at the time. 1) Ceiling fan switch not working properly. It would turn on when it wanted to?? 2) Wall sconce light fixture. Same issue, it would turn on when it wanted to?? Anna W. read more

My first Yelp review ever. I am very compelled to write this. On a Saturday morning, I heard a "pop" sound and my kitchen track lights, island pendant, bathroom and bedroom lights all went out. Tried turning the fuse on/off and that didn't work. I found Blacklite on Yelp and b/c of the great reviews, I called and left a message. He (not sure who I communicated with Neville or another person) promptly sent me a text, like within seconds. We exchanged a few more text messages, where he troubledshooted and solved my problem. We never even spoke! Lights came back on, he never came out to my condo, didn't charge me a dime. In this day, when sadly we are prepared to be scammed, Blacklite is AMAZING. He could have easily come out and billed me a higher weekend rate, but did not. What honesty and integrity. I will reccommend and use Blacklite for all future electrical needs. read more

Blacklite Electric not only came the same day as I called for service, they even gave a discount on their price. My cat had sprayed into an electrical outlet which in turn shorted out all of the outlets in the living room & small kitchen of my condo. When I called to describe the problem, Neville responded he would be able to have two guys (Johnny & Alex) out in about an hour. He then texted me their rates, letting me know immediately that I was eligible for a discount. When they arrived they were friendly, courteous, & professional. Not only were they able to fix my outlet issue but when I asked about a light fixture that had been also giving me issues, they were more than willing to take a look at it and were quickly able to determine the source of the issue. I was very pleased with their polite, prompt, knowledgeable service and would use them again. read more

Neville was very responsive, on time, and did a great job. I will definitely use him again.

Blacklite? Try "BlackLIST". As in, I have "blacklisted" this firm without ever having communicated with anyone there-- which is the reason for the blackball. I had some electrical issues, I called them, left a detailed message AND followed it up with a text (which is evidently their preferred method of communication), and.. NO ONE called or texted back. No one. Don't waste your time with this firm- they may not call you back at all. read more

Great service, very responsive, and nice people. Highly recommend. Chris L read more

I can't say enough good things about this company and their employees. Not only are the personable, friendly, but incredibly knowledgeable. The light fixture I was having trouble with turned out to not not only have burned out bulbs, but also burned out wiring. Not only did they spend a significant amount of timing fixing the wiring, but they ran out to a local hardware store to buy replacement light bulbs - and refused to let me pay for them... and halogen light buls aren't exactly cheap. I would recommend them without hesitation! read more

Neville and Johnny did an even better job than I was expecting. I had a pretty unique job (installing a small scale brewery), and Neville and I explained a few emails/texts prior to him coming onsite which included what work needed done and how much it would cost. We agreed on a price, and although it took more hours than originally quoted, Neville still charged me his quoted price (which was very fair given the work that was being done). Neville and Johnny were working in different rooms of the house and both of them were very respectful of my property (removed/covered shoes, moved heavy objects out of the way, put everything back where it was when they were done, etc.). There were a few different ways to complete the project, but Neville figured out the best way and was very descriptive on how it would be done, so I knew exactly what was happening before he did anything. At the end of the day, they did exactly what they said they would. My experience was great, and I would certainly use their service again/recommend them to any of my friends/family. I even texted/called Neville a few times after he left and I had paid to talk through separate electrical issues I was having. He spent an hour on the phone with me as well as numerous texts back and forth trying to troubleshoot them and did not charge me. Thank you Neville and Johnny! read more

These guys are fantastic! We had a relatively straightforward electrical project but I am both clumsy and less than handy, which seems to be the perfect formula for electrocution. Luckily, Neville responded to my phone call looking for a quote within 15 minutes. Sent a couple pictures of the light we needed installed and the location, and he gave me a quote and availability right away. Easy, polite, wonderful. Neville stayed in touch throughout the day with text updates on when our electrician, Johnny, would arrive. He was right on time, courteous, friendly, and a great technician. He patiently dealt with my requests to see the light at various cord lengths, and finished the project in no more than ten minutes. Apparently the bulb I purchased was not compatible with the dimmer switch for the light, and he quickly diagnosed and fixed the problem. Johnny's a great guy and a great electrician, and Neville was responsive, polite, and professional throughout the whole process. I would highly highly recommend these guys for any home project. I will definitely hire them again. Thanks Johnny and Neville!! read more

Great Experience. We set the appointment up with Neville (only through text messages after leaving a voicemail), and it was super easy. Johnny arrived in the time window he said that he would, he was really nice and accommodating. He didn't have a problem with my gigantic dog, and I enjoyed hanging out with him for a couple hours while he corrected a lighting problem and hung a light fixture. The pricing also seemed very reasonable, we'll be using them again in the future! read more

These guys know what they're doing, and they do it right. I was in the incredibly stressful process of moving apartments and had scheduled an appointment with another electrician (Bright Sparks; avoid at all costs) to change out a light fixture from my old place and reinstall it in my new one, but when the time came for my scheduled appointment, the other guys were a total no-show, leaving me scrambling to find another electrician while already coordinating movers, cleaners, etc. I called Blacklite and left a voicemail, to which Neville promptly responded with his signature text message explaining the timing and charges. I know some reviews have complained about this method, but as a fully-functioning millennial I use texting as frequently and effectively as any other form of modern communication, so I find his practice to be pleasantly concise. Within 90 minutes, Neville had sent out his adept (and remarkably friendly) assistant Johnny, who handled the light fixture removal and reinstallation at both locations quickly and efficiently. It turns out I had actually employed Neville a few years ago for another installation and had forgotten it was the same company, but they gave me the first-time customer discount again anyway. They thoroughly and clearly explained the charges, and even threw in a free light switch to replace one which had been sticking. Not only did these guys save the day and finish the job just in the nick of time before my big move, but they also did it with gusto. I highly recommend Blacklite for any electrical needs you might have, especially after dealing with other less professional servicemen. read more

Neville was super responsive to an inquiry. I had all the info on services and costs within an hour of my request. He was also able to respond to questions in a timely manner. While we didn't end up going with their services, we were impressed by the speed and quality of responses. That's always such a huge factor with professional services! read more

Totally satisfied with Blacklite. Came on time and diagnosed and repaired a complicated electrical issue quickly and within budget estimate. These guys definitely know what they are doing. I would recommend without hesitation. read more

Kudos for fast, friendly, and great service. I needed some electric work done with a short window to get it finished. The reply to my text was quick. Within an hour an appointment was set for 3 days later which is when I was available. Johnny showed prompt. Got the job done and gave me some great ideas for other remodeling questions. Thanks guys. You are in my phone list and will pass along your great job to others in need of electrical work. read more

Neville was amazing! We had an issue with water coming from our ceiling light fixtures! He was speedy, accommodating and more than fair for pricing! I would highly recommend them!!!!!! read more

These guys were great! Had some old electric work that needed attention. The techs fixed it up in no time. Very satisfied with the overall price and service. Communicated mostly over text to schedule, which was convenient, and no surprises on payment at the end. The electricians they sent even explained to me some of the work they were doing and what to tell a plumber to do with a related project. Much appreciated to feel like an educated customer. Thanks guys! read more

I emailed Blacklight on Sunday and received a clear description of hourly rates and expenses. After agreeing, Johnny was scheduled to come on Monday afternoon. He was great, explained what additional materials were needed to install a light fixture on an exposed wood ceiling, and got that and another project done in a few hours. He was careful in his work and very neat, and friendly to our cats. Great service and transparent pricing at the end of the project. read more

I never actually got to work with Blacklite, but they were extremely slow getting back to me on booking them and the whole text message only communication deal is the worst. Check out Martini Electric if you want to work with communicative, professional and responsive electricians - that will call you back. read more

This is possibly my 5th time working with Neville and Johnny, and I couldn't have been more blessed by getting a professional, timely, and laid back crew of guys. I'm more so impressed with the upfront pricing, appointment confirmations, and their diligence to do a superb job. Their keen eye for the smallest details is refreshing, but then again, that isn't much of a surprise given their long time experience. Keep. It. Up. read more

I was inquiring about a bathroom remodel and Blacklite replied promptly with the services they provide. Thank you.