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    4.6 (25 reviews)
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    Electrical Mini Split
    Dustin J.

    I have conducted business with Empire for the last year. I have entrusted Ezra with projects ranging from outlet installations to electrical panel upgrades, Mini Split AC, faulty wiring repairs and more. I can say with confidence that safety is his main priority. He has conducted all of his work to code and corrected unsafe conditions throughout my home. Scheduling has been fairly straightforward. Like all small businesses he has his periods where he is busy and it may take a little longer than expected for a response. That's just the nature of the beast in my opinion. Ezra is very knowledgeable and a problem solver. He will always provide you with options. As it is ultimately up to the homeowner what is to take place. I have read some of the negative reviews and I can say that mine have been nothing like that. All work has been completed as promised. I have never had any billing issues. I've had to change orders and there is a restocking fee, but that's outlined on the contract and expected. I never comment on peoples pricing, so I won't start here. I will say that I feel my money has been well spent. My mini split AC installation has become the standard for my neighborhood due to his attention to detail during the design and installation. The materials were also painted to the HOA standard. My energy efficiency has improved vastly since the panel upgrade. I am currently working to hire him for yet another project. As he has earned our trust. Empire Electrical will be the only electrician we hire for projects big or small.

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    Excellent quality work with high integrity. Highly recommended for work anywhere on the islands.

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    2 years ago

    Ezra is very professional, responsive, and great customer service! He's the best! I highly recommend Empire Electric!

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    4 years ago

    Amazing, quality service. Friendly, fast & efficient. Kind and knowledgeable. Definitely will hire again.

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    Professional, reliable and reasonable. Esra knows his stuff and did a great job. Esra and his team are top notch!

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    Very fast service. Excellent workmanship. Very friendly staff. Ezra really takes care of his customers and it shows.

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    6 years ago

    Empire Electrical scheduled to visit my home today. So far, they are a NO SHOW and did not call to let me know.

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    Ezra showed up short notice and trouble shot the problem and had us back up with power same day!

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