A-1 Electric

A-1 Electric

Electrician -
Des Moines, IA
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About this pro

  • Time in business: 36 years
  • 1501 Evans St, Des Moines, IA 50307

Detailed Information

Year Established 1988
Business Categories Electrical in Des Moines, IA

Services Offered

  • Electrical
    • Ceiling Fan Installation
    • Ceiling Fan Repair
    • Home Energy Audit
    • Electrical Repair
    • Electrical Service

License Information

  • License typeElectricians

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Business Hours Please call to confirm

  • Monday 8AM - 6PM
  • Tuesday 8AM - 6PM
  • Wednesday 8AM - 6PM
  • Thu 8AM - 6PM
  • Friday 8AM - 6PM
  • Saturday 8AM - 6PM

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Best Questions to Ask an Electrician Contractor

Is your bill for Electrical in Des Moines an estimate or a final price?

This is very important, since an estimate is just that. Many contractors will submit a "paper estimate", meaning they've written the estimate down on paper. The bill is the true amount owed and will almost always say "Invoice" or "Bill" at the top of the page. The bill should also list the date it was issued, the due date of payment, and a list of services rendered.

How much do I have to give as a deposit?

Some companies may require a 10% deposit, some may not require any. For larger projects, you'll almost always need to give a deposit, and it's good to ask how much the deposit will be before going forward with a project. The Des Moines contractor will know how much they need for a deposit when they've given you the estimate, so ask early.

How long have you been in Electrical business for/How long have been serving the Des Moines area?

You'll always want to ask how long the company has been in business in Des Moines. While this isn't a guarantee that the company will do good work, companies with longevity on their side must be doing something right. That being said, there are newer companies that do great work. If the company is under three years old, ask where the owner was employed before and for how long. If he/she has a long history of employment, it's reasonable to infer that he or she decided to go into business for themselves after so many years of experience.

Do you have any references that I can contact?

Always ask for references, and always check them. Keep in mind though that the only references you'll get are people who the contractor is certain will give him a good review. You'd also be well advised to check online review sources in Des Moines as well, which will give you a broader view of customer satisfaction for a given company.

How many contractors do you have working for you? How many vehicles are in your fleet?

This is important mostly for larger jobs. Clearly a two man operation is going to build a home much slower than a 15 man crew. This is also a good indication of the overall size of the Electrical company, if that's an area of concern for you. The reason you may want to ask about the fleet is that fleet size is a good indicator of the mobility of the company. Mobility may not sound important, but it's hard for the Des Moines contractors to get to job sites if they lack appropriate vehicles.

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