I hired Schumann Electric after looking at his overwhelming positive reviews to address panel concerns. He reached out immediately, was professional in interactions and was prompt in his work. The work area was generally kept neat too. I found Schumann Electric expensive, but most trades are these days. Several years have past and I found myself having to troubleshoot several issues, including a dead GFCI. After confirming the GFCI was actually okay, I found that the neutral was open. I verified continuity through junction boxes and traced the issue back to the panel Schumann Electric replaced where he triple tapped the neutral / ground bar at this location. The neutral was open because it became loose. The wire had become hot due to the high impedance of the poor triple tapped connection. For those unaware, this is how fires start. A circuit breaker will not protect you with a high impedance / poor connection as it knows nothing about the nature of the load. It'll protect you from drawing too much current, but it knows nothing about if that current is turning into heat at a poor connection. This is why this is not allowed for most panels, including parts he installed. While in the panel, I found multiple instances of the neutral / ground bar being double or triple tapped. I also found a couple of instances of double tapped breaker hots - also not allowed. You can separately google this to confirm my statements. An investigation of metal junction boxes Schumann Electric installed showed that the box was not grounded. In installations with metal boxes, it is not enough to ground the receptacle - the box must be tied to ground too for safety and parasitic capacitance reasons. This is a small infraction compared to the multiple tapped bars and breakers, which were a clear danger to the fire safety of the house, it's occupants, and property. I expected better from a licensed electrician and for the steep money I paid. Not at all impressed. Infuriating really, considering the safety and property implications. read more

Had them at my house twice. First time, price didn't seem too bad. Minor job and I know some electricians can be expensive. Second time, had them come to install some light fixtures. They broke one of the flush mount glass shades during install and didn't tell me. I thought I had heard something but assumed it was something much less severe and didn't notice it for a few days afterwards. Luckily I was able to get supplier to replace the glass dome free of charge. I didn't mention it to them because the supplier took care of it but there is NO WAY they weren't aware of what happened. They had another job cancel so I had them replace a bunch of fluorescent bulb "office" type fixtures in my basement. At my house for less than 6 hours, taking into account the cost of materials, I believe the hourly rate worked out to about $500+/hr per guy. Considering I gave them work to fill in many hours that were actually cancelled on them, I don't want to say they took advantage but I certainly didn't receive any consideration for what would have been a wasted afternoon. For the basement lights, I wasn't charged by the hour but a flat rate per light replaced which turned out to be outrageous. Also, they left me approximately 15-20 fixtures that I had to figure out how to dispose. The work was completed nicely but the way they charge is a bit crazy and the broken fixture and "good luck" with disposal were very disappointing. I'll look elsewhere next time. read more

Such a great experience. Very responsive - they were here within 36 hours of me reaching out. We had a lot of odd issues with our switches throughout the house and Tom and Steve were able to troubleshoot and resolve all of them! Tom saw something that wasn't up to code with our electrical box and fixed that. They also switched out a couple fixtures and fixed an outdoor light that had stopped working. To top it off, I hadn't been able to get a cover on a light switch after a DIY project, and I was so pleasantly surprised to go upstairs and see that they even did that for me! We thought the cost was fair relative to value that was added and how they went above and beyond. Hopefully that's the end of our electrical issues but if not, I'll certainly reach out to them again to help. read more

Tom and Steve were so helpful in accessing our electrical situation. They came highly recommended by 2 different friends and I would definitely call them again if I need an electrician! read more

Really amazing contractor. Works with you to develop your lighting needs. Always upfront and fair with his prices. Did my backyard lighting and installed outlets on my front yard lighting. I would highly recommend him. Just to be completely unbiased check out his 122 re owes on google. https://goo.gl/maps/m9yPDWkUzBk Schumann Electric 598 Thomas Rd, Downingtown, PA 19335 (610) 269-4136 read more

Tom provided an informal estimate that was very high, and as soon as he was on-site he increased it by 50%, but I was in a bind so I reluctantly accepted it. I assumed that would be the price for the entire project, but after he had done the wiring he charged me the full quoted amount, and said installation of the fixtures and switches would cost extra. He was available at short notice, and he worked well and quickly, no doubt about it, but I believe I was overcharged. If you work with Tom get a written quote, and get competitive quotes. I finished the installation myself and don't expect to ever see him again. read more

Quick, attentive service. They did a great job with a new installation and watched for any potential issues with the project.

Quick, attentive, efficient... Recommended ways for us to save money and get the best result versus pushing us to spend more. Pleasant guys too, I'd have them over for coffee or dinner and drinks anytime. read more

Schumann's was fantastic. I was able to quickly schedule for the service I needed. The electrician arrived on schedule, was able to help explain my options, and went to work. Even as I changed my mind, Adam was great in making the last minute changes. The three ceiling fans work great. I am sure to reach out to them again for electrical work. read more

We called Schumann during an electrical emergency & Tom arrived within an hour. He quickly accessed the situation, provided excellent service along with Adam & went above & beyond to restore our electricity during a holiday weekend. I would highly recommend Schumann Electric. read more

Tom Schumann is the gent you want to deal with. Personable, reliable, Tom stands behind his work. When you leave a message, Tom calls you back. When you share a sense of urgency, Tom adjusts his resources to get there. I'll call him back for any electrical needs we ever have. read more

I recently hired them for a lighting job in my kitchen. With little direction and very short notice, they put up beautiful lighting! They were extremely neat. Even my carpenter commented on how neat they were (cleaning up). They took my old lighting down down as well. Altogether, it was great quality work. Have more work to do and will definitely hire them back! KMiller- West Chester, Pa read more

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I had Schumann come to take care of a three-way and four-way switch that were incorrectly wired and install a ceiling fan requiring a new line. Our electrician Adam was great, solved the problems and all for reasonable price. read more

We had Schumacher Electric install 3 ceiling fans in our house. The gave a very competitive price and completed the job quickly and professionally. Adam explained the job and answered all our questions. He had to crawl up and work in an unfinished attic with no complaints! Thanks Adam and Tom! Jeff -Downingtown read more

I called Schumman Electric for a small residential job, a single receptacle that my brother and I had installed in a stair riser in preparation for a stair loft installation. We were trying to tie it into the emergency generator circuit as well. We failed. So, I called them at 1200 noon on Friday. Tom picked up the phone and said that he might have a tech nearby that can stopover. Literally, 20 minutes later, the tech arrived, 30 minutes later, done! A good thing to, the job was more complicated than we thought. Great service. read more

What a crappy company. Showed up, did all the work and then mentioned that they have a $150 "service fee". It took them 5 min. or less for the job and wanted $210 for it. The owner mentioned that it is our fault for not asking them what their service fee is as if everyone has a service fee. And that if money was a concern we should have asked. If you want to write them a blank check, go ahead! The guy who did the job was knowledgeable and courteous unlike the owner who wanted to rip us off, and was rude. read more