Welcome back to our series of insights, built by you, our loyal readers who share what they’re paying for jobs around the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Today, we spotlight an electrical job that involved diagnosing and replacing three faulty receptacles on a circuit. One of our anonymous readers sent in their invoice from Arrow Electric Service, and here’s our breakdown and take on the pricing.
The Job
The job took place in Arlington, TX, and involved replacing one faulty or burned GFCI receptacle and two additional standard receptacles. The total cost for the service call, labor, and materials came to $410.
The Breakdown
- Service Call: $85.00
- Electrical Labor: $290.00
- Materials: $35.00
Total: $410.00
Our Take
Let’s break this down: Arrow Electric Service, based in Hurst, TX, boasts a strong 4.8-star rating on Google, with 113 reviews to back it up. They clearly have a good reputation, and they don’t offer online estimates, which might leave some customers in the dark about pricing until the job is done.
But is $410 fair for replacing three receptacles? The service call fee of $85 is pretty standard, but the $290 charge for labor seems a bit steep for a job that typically takes about an hour or so, depending on the complexity. Given that the materials were only $35, most of this cost comes down to labor.
In our opinion, this pricing is on the higher end. If you’re looking to save money, it’s worth getting a few quotes before committing to a service. While Arrow Electric Service is reliable and highly rated, you might be able to find similar quality at a lower cost, especially for straightforward jobs like this.
About Arrow Electric Service
- Google Rating: 4.8 (113 Reviews)
- Location: 201 W Hurst Blvd, Hurst, TX 76053
- Service Area: Hurst and surrounding areas
- Phone: (817) 538-8959
- Hours: Open until 6 PM
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