Category: On Time Electrician

electricians in central and eastern iowa

Who We Are And What We Do

by Cynthia

Since 2005, Custom Electrical Services has been helping homes and businesses with electrical projects in Central and Eastern Iowa. We take tremendous pride in the quality work we deliver to our clients. Standing behind that work with a warranty. With some of the best electricians in the business, we can figure out any electrical problem you’re having. Find out more about who we are below.

Electrical Services

Trained electricians perform any electrical work in your residence or commercial building. There is no project too small or too large for our team to handle. One of our specialties is older home rewiring but we do new home wiring too. Breaker box replacement, hot tub wiring, whole house surge protection, GFCI installation, and landscape lighting are just some of the wiring projects we’ve done. Since we know electrical emergencies happen, we have team members available 24/7 if you have an electrical emergency.

As Iowa’s Generac and Kohler authorized dealers, we have access to the full line of Generac and Kohler standby generators. We can sell and install the perfect generator to meet the demand of power needed for your application. From partial power backup options to fully powering your entire home or business let us help you choose the right generator today. Our generator installations include the first year’s maintenance at no additional charge!

Our equipment includes bucket trucks and aerial services for warehouse or parking lot lighting.

We also have technicians trained to install electric car chargers at your home or business. We are factory authorized to install Tesla charging stations as well as BMW. In addition, we install chargers for the Chevy Volt, Ford Fusion Hybrid, Ford C-Max Energi, and Toyota Prius as well as other makes and models.

Where we Work

You can find us throughout Central and Eastern Iowa. We have offices in Cedar Rapids and Clive Iowa. More specifically we work in these Counties: Polk County, Dallas County, Linn County, Johnson County, Black Hawk County, Jones County, Madison County, Webster County, Iowa County, Warren County, Marshall County, Benton County, Story County, Clinton County, Boone County, Cedar County, Jasper County, Dubuque County, Clarke County, and Marion County.

About Our Electricians

We want our clients to feel confident in our abilities and safe in their homes. To accomplish this, we go beyond the training required by the state of Iowa. We stay up to date on the latest best practices in the industry and always up to code. Staff receive training every week on a variety of topics.

Every electrician is background-checked and drug-tested for the peace of mind of our clients. On top of training for electrical work, our staff are also trained in customer service. We want each of our clients to know we appreciate that they’ve chosen us for their electrical needs.

What Clients Say

We take pride in the reviews and testimonials from our clients. Here are some of the recent reviews we’ve received on the work of our electricians.

From Bill B:

I have been using Custom Electric for about 5 years and they never disappoint. Taylor was right on time and took care of the switch replacement. He answered a question I had about outlet replacement and so I had him also replace an old two prong outlet. In the past three months I have also had Rogan and Morgan out for other items in the past two months and all projects were completed quickly and professionally.

From Matt N:

Custom Electrical is great to work with. They are professional, on-time, provide great communication, and do a great job. I highly recommend them, and want to thank Technician Eric Fierro for fixing the electrical issues at our house.

From Jeremiah B:

Custom Electrical Services did a nice job fixing a breaker for me. Their electrician, Alex Reicks, was available much sooner than I had expected. He was very professional and nice, quickly finished the job and used quality parts. No complaints.

From Kevin C:

We could not be happier with the quality work and professional demeanor of Mike and Alex, who installed can lighting and some switches in our living room. They offered friendly and helpful insights, worked with little disruption and checked periodically to ensure the work met our approval. They also spent some time to talk about a possible (and much larger) future job and how to get the best result and save the most money. This company employs some real all-stars!

You can read more reviews on our Google profile.

Giving Back to the Local Iowa Community

As proud members of the Iowa community, we believe in giving back. In some cases, we are able to fundraise to donate money and in other cases, we donate our services. We are also very active in working with young adults to educate them on working in the electrical industry. You can find out more about the work we do in the community here.

Contact Us for Electrical Services in Iowa

For on-time, fully-trained and experienced electricians, contact us for your next residential or commercial electrical project. We work with professional contractors too. Remember, we stand behind the work we do.

It’s easy to book an appointment online or give us a call at 515-669-3418 for Central Iowa or 319-313-3313 for Eastern Iowa.

What Kind Of Iowa Electrician Do You Need?

26Apr

by Cynthia

When you need electrical work done, you know you need an Iowa electrician. Electrical work can be dangerous, so it is important to be properly trained and licensed to do any kind of work involving electricity.

Different electricians can specialize in different areas. For most homeowners, a journeyman or residential electrician is what they will require. Read on to learn more about different electricians.

Certification Levels of Iowa Electricians

Licensing of electricians in Iowa is done through the Department of Public Safety’s Electrical Licensing and Inspection Program. You always want a licensed electrician performing work on your home. It’s also a good idea to make sure the company working in your home is insured and bonded.

There are several levels electricians go through. In most cases, electrical work in homes is performed by a journeyman electrician, sometimes with a helper or apprentice electrician.

Apprentice Electrician

All Iowa electricians begin as an apprentice. Through an apprenticeship program or a vocational electrician program at a community college (such as the Cedar Rapids Electrical Apprenticeship Training and Educational Trust or ABC of Iowa in Grimes, IA or the Des Moines Electrical Apprenticeship in Clive, IA), students learn through a mix of classroom instruction and work experience. After completing required hours, students will find an electrician or commercial electrical business to apprentice under. Apprentices must register to become licensed before beginning their work experience.

Journeyman Electrician

After fulfilling apprenticeship requirements and completing the apprenticeship program, individuals can then take a test to become a journeyman electrician. Exams are through the Iowa Electrical Examining Board, electricians that pass the test and requirements will receive their license. Journeyman electricians are able to work without supervision as they have shown a competency to complete electrical work. To maintain their license, journeymen electricians need to renew their license every three years and take continuing education courses.

Residential Electrician

Residential electricians perform residential installations and are qualified to do electrical work where there are no more than four living units within the same building. Similar to an apprentice, there are education requirements along with work experience hours that must be met to become a residential electrician. Once requirements are met, candidates will need to pass an exam to become licensed.

Master Electrician

A master electrician is the highest level of certification for electricians. A journeyman can apply for a master electrician license after one year of working and will then need to pass an exam.

Upon completing the requirements, a master electrician can then become licensed as an independent electrical contractor. Master electricians also work on complex commercial and industrial projects and train journeyman electricians to do the same. Most homeowners will not require a master electrician.

Categories of Electricians

There are two broad categories of electricians. Outside linepeople, or outside electricians, are also called electrical workers and they work on electric utility transmission and distribution systems at higher voltages to ensure the electricity produced at power plants move to substations.

Inside wirepeople, or inside electricians, mainly work in buildings and structures on low-level voltage electricity. They will install, maintain, repair, and fix electrical systems for commercial or residential buildings. This is, of course, the type of electricians that work in homes, apartments, residences, and other building types.

Specialization of Iowa Electricians

Some electricians may work in niche industries or different fields of electrical work. Some of the most common are:

Residential Electricians

These electricians work in homes, apartments, and condos. They will be able to work on everything from circuit breaker panels to car charger installations and the installation or repair of the home’s electrical system. Essentially, anything involving electricity in your home they will be able to address.

Commercial Electricians

This type of electrician will work mainly in office buildings or other commercial settings. Responsible for installing and maintaining the electrical systems in commercial buildings. If you’ve worked in any type of business setting, this is typically the electrician that would be called for electrical work.

Industrial Electrician

Working in factories, processing plants, mines, or manufacturing facilities to install and maintain electrical systems. They may work on manufacturing processes or large complex machinery.

Contact Us for an Iowa Electrician

If you’re looking for an electrician for your home, we have licensed journeymen electricians that have the experience for any job you need done. Contact us at 515-669-3418 for Central Iowa or 319-313-3313 for Eastern Iowa, or use the form on the contact page. We’re happy to answer any questions you have about Iowa electricians.

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Holiday Lighting Tips and Electrical Services

26Nov

by Cynthia

Get ready for sparkly, bright, colorful lights this holiday season. With inside or outside lighting, it’s important to stay safe. We have some great holiday safety tips in our “Holiday Lighting Safety Tips” blog and more tips below.

Don’t Plug in Too Many Lights

Plan your lights out so that you don’t have too many lights plugged into one extension cord creating a hazard. Use similar types of lights and lengths on the same extension cord. Also, too many lights plugged in can blow your circuit!

If the Breaker Trips

If you do overload the breaker, it may trip. Resetting the breaker is a temporary fix. Get to the electrical problem behind the breaker tripping. If needed, call us and we’ll find out if there are any electrical repairs or maintenance required to repair the circuit breaker or electrical systems.

Electrical Outlets

Homes often don’t have more than 2 exterior electrical outlets. If you have an elaborate outdoor display, consider adding an electrical outlet so you’re not overloading the ones you have, creating a potential fire risk. Make sure the outlets you use are GFCI electrical outlets. If you’re not sure or want a professional electrician, we provide electrical outlet repair and electrical outlet installation.

Outdoor Lights

Make sure any lights you use are rated for outdoor use. Check for any frayed wiring, broken bulbs, or loose connections. Throw out any damaged cords. Fasten with plastic clips and avoid using staples or nails as they can cut through the wire insulation and start a fire.

Add a twinkle to the roofline, windows, and outdoor shrubs and trees. If you’re thinking of adding permanent lighting to outdoor paths or driveways, this can illuminate those areas in the dark. Contact us as outdoor lighting is one of the electrical services we provide.

Take outdoor lights down within 90 days to avoid any weather hazards.

Christmas Trees

Keep your flame-resistant artificial tree at least 3 feet away from heat sources and make sure it isn’t blocking an exit. When you’re away from home, turn off the lights.

Get Creative

Don’t be afraid to try something new this holiday season! Try out new lighting techniques or areas to light that bring the look and feel to your home of the festive season.

Stay Safe

The holiday season is an important time to remember fire safety. The National Fire Protection Association provides these statistics:

Electrical distribution or lighting equipment was involved in almost half of home Christmas tree fires.
Nearly one in five Christmas tree fires were started by decorative lights.
Roughly three-quarters of Christmas tree fires occurred in December or January.
Almost two of every five home Christmas tree fires started in the living room.
One in five home decoration fires occurred in December.

Find more holiday and safety tips on the National Fire Protection Association website.

Electrical Services we Provide

There are several electrical services we can provide to ease holiday stress and increase safety for your home. We’re a full-service commercial and residential electrical service company and these electrical services may be ideal for the holiday season:

Circuit breaker issues
GFCI electrical outlets
Electrical outlet repair
Indoor/Outdoor electrical outlet installation
Outdoor, year-round path and driveway lighting installation
Surge protection
TV wiring/installation
Smoke alarm and carbon monoxide detector installation

Contact us online or call 515-669-3418 in Central Iowa and 319-313-3313 in Eastern Iowa for electrical work. We have experienced electricians available and also provide 24-hour emergency electrical services.

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An Electrician That Will Be On-time! Guaranteed or $49.95 Off!

17Feb

by Ron

Our On-Time Promise

If you are looking for an on-time electrician, you have come to the right place. No one likes to be told, “We’ll be there between 8 and 5!” You plan your day around it only to be disappointed. If you’re looking for an electrician in Altoona, Des Moines, Waukee or any surrounding communities who knows how to show up for the job on-time and ready to work, Custom Electrical Services is ready. Here’s our promise to you.

Our records speaks for itself

If you ask most companies in the electrical service industry, they’ll tell you that they’re electricians are on time. Yet, everyone knows that the customer is always right. If you want to know the truth, you know who to ask. Relying on a company’s record and reviews can be one of the best ways to know how they’ll perform in the future. Here’s what our customers are saying about us in regardless to our timeliness.

“I have been using Custom for a few years now. They always show up when they say they are and get the job done right for me the first time every time.”
“Custom Electrical Services is the only place I call when I have any electrical issues. They show up when they say they will and take care of the issue.”
These guys were GREAT! We needed part of our electrical board replaced and new wiring for an electric water heater. When I called, they came quickly, and they were able to come out the same day. He diagnosed and fixed the problem and was done within an hour.”

When it comes to punctuality or being on-time, it’s something that has helped to define our company. We are known as reliable, on-time electricians in Altoona, Des Moines, Ankeny, Waukee and all surrounding areas. When customers write about it in your reviews, you know it means something to them. For that reason, we want to continue to make this a priority and vow to always be on time or to make it worthwhile for you in the end.

We back our promise

Custom Electrical Services stands by the promise to be on-time electricians. Making you wait for your appointment is frustrating, and there’s no reason for it. If we’re not on time, we’ll make it up to you and take $49.95 off any service fee. We recognize that your time and money is valuable. If you hire us for a service, you’re relying on us to do your electrical job in a quick and efficient manner. Feel confident that our promise comes with a guarantee to get the job done in a timely manner.

Final thoughts

At Custom Electrical Services, we serve all of Altoona, Waukee, Des Moines and Central Iowa. We’re just a phone call away if you need an electrician that is on-time and prioritize timeliness along with top quality service. For more information, visit here or call 515-669-3418 now to schedule an appointment.

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Custom Electrical Services provides residential and commercial electrician's services for the Des Moines area. We do new installations and wiring, service & repair calls as well as 24/7 emergency service.

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Category: On Time Electrician

Who We Are And What We Do

Electrical Services

Where we Work

About Our Electricians

What Clients Say

Giving Back to the Local Iowa Community

Contact Us for Electrical Services in Iowa

What Kind Of Iowa Electrician Do You Need?

Certification Levels of Iowa Electricians

Apprentice Electrician

Journeyman Electrician

Residential Electrician

Master Electrician

Categories of Electricians