5 Best Electricians in Chicago (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Brad Smith, Home Services Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Chicago's electricians on this page have logged more than 2,400 combined Google reviews, and the top name alone carries over a thousand at 4.8 stars. With EV charger installs, panel upgrades and vintage-home rewiring all showing up repeatedly in the reviews, the real question is which of these crews has actually handled a job like yours.

Short answer: The most-reviewed electrician in Chicago is Arnold Electrical Services (4.8 stars across 1,071 reviews), followed by Highlights Chicago (4.9, 490 reviews) and Sims & Sons Electric and Plumbing (4.9, 445 reviews). Panel upgrades and EV charger installs commonly run into the thousands, so always get a written estimate before work starts.

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4. STS Electric
5. Mr. Mighty Electric
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How Chicago's Electricians Compare

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Arnold Electrical Services	4.8 ★	1,071	Whole-house rewiring, most reviewed	View ›
2	Highlights Chicago Inc	4.9 ★	490	EV chargers + panel upgrades	View ›
3	Sims & Sons Electric and Plumbing	4.9 ★	445	Commercial + multi-unit buildings	View ›
4	STS Electric	4.8 ★	210	First-time homeowners	View ›
5	Mr. Mighty Electric	4.5 ★	260	Weekend and troubleshooting calls	View ›

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Arnold Electrical Services

4.81,071 Google reviews

Arnold Electrical Services is a Chicago electrician handling residential electrical work including EV charger installation, lighting, panel upgrades, ceiling fan installs and troubleshooting. It backs its work with a five-year guarantee and keeps clients informed with office staff coordinating alongside on-site technicians.

What people praise

Most-reviewed electrician in this city by a wide margin
Technicians walk customers through the full job before starting
Five-year guarantee on completed work
Handled a full-day EV charger install faster than originally quoted, saving the customer money by avoiding unnecessary trenching

Worth knowing

Larger jobs can take a full day or more depending on scope

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume1,071 · 97th

Confidencevery high

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown94% 5-star

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Our take: The most-reviewed electrician on this list, with reviewers describing consistently thorough, well-communicated work across everything from small fixture swaps to full EV charger installs. A safe default for most Chicago electrical needs.

Website +1773-985-1125 Directions

5470 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60630

#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Highlights Chicago Inc

4.9490 Google reviews

Highlights Chicago is a Chicago electrical contractor with more than 12 years of experience and 2,500-plus completed projects spanning residential and commercial work. Its team is described repeatedly by reviewers as fair on pricing compared to competing quotes for the same job.

What people praise

Reviewers specifically compare pricing favorably against a named competitor's higher quote
Crews respect the home, taking steps to minimize wall damage during installs
Same-week walkthroughs and quotes reported after initial contact
Comfortable with complex jobs including full breaker panel replacement

Worth knowing

Slightly smaller review base than the top name, though ratings run even higher

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume490 · 92th

Confidencehigh

Recency4 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

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Our take: Reviewers who shopped multiple quotes repeatedly landed here for better pricing and clearer communication, making it a strong pick if you're comparing bids on a bigger job like a panel upgrade or EV charger.

Website +1773-262-3333 Directions

5766 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60659

#3🕑 Open 7 days

Sims & Sons Electric and Plumbing

4.9445 Google reviews

Sims & Sons Electric and Plumbing is a Chicago electrician and plumber handling residential and commercial electrical work, from lighting installs to full building rewiring and code-violation corrections on multi-unit properties.

What people praise

Handled a full 200-amp panel upgrade with multiple meters across a multi-unit building, passing inspection on the first try
Reviewers describe technicians walking clients through simple fixes free of charge over the phone
Investors and property managers use it repeatedly across multiple buildings
Combines electrical and plumbing under one company

Worth knowing

Best suited to larger or more complex jobs, smaller households may find a dedicated electrician-only shop more targeted

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume445 · 86th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown98% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The strongest option here for landlords and multi-unit properties, with a reviewer specifically describing a first-pass inspection on a complex commercial rewiring job that other electricians had turned down.

Website +1312-282-1170 Directions

1338 W Eddy St, Chicago, IL 60657

#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

STS Electric

4.8210 Google reviews

STS Electric is a Chicago electrician offering panel upgrades, rewiring, lighting and code-compliant repairs with 24/7 emergency response from its North Avenue dispatch office, serving single-family homes, businesses and high-rises.

What people praise

Reviewers specifically praise clear explanations for first-time homeowners
Handled major vintage-home rewiring while clearly separating necessary versus optional upgrades
Consistent communication reported even when the customer couldn't be present
24/7 emergency electrical service

Worth knowing

Slightly smaller review base than the top three names

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume210 · 75th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown94% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong pick for first-time homeowners navigating an older property, with reviewers repeatedly praising the patience and clarity of the team walking through what's required versus optional.

Website Book now +1773-721-1111 Directions

939 W North Ave Ste 746, Chicago, IL 60642

#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Mr. Mighty Electric

4.5260 Google reviews

Mr. Mighty Electric is a Chicago electrician and general contractor offering residential and commercial electrical services including alarm installation, inspections and troubleshooting, available across the city.

What people praise

Reviewers describe reasonable pricing on smaller troubleshooting calls
Technicians provide creative solutions the customer hadn't considered
Honest inspection feedback reported by a reviewer researching a home purchase

Worth knowing

Multiple reviewers report scheduling and communication issues, including changed appointment times and slow estimate turnaround, so confirm your appointment window directly

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume260 · 81th

Confidencehigh

Recency5 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown83% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Solid for troubleshooting and smaller jobs based on reviewer feedback, though the scheduling complaints mean it's worth confirming your appointment time is firm before you plan around it.

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1913 W 21st St, Chicago, IL 60608

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How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, ranked against other Chicago electricians. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.8 from over a thousand reviews carries far more weight than the same score from a couple hundred. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does an electrician cost in Chicago? (2026)

Electrical work in Chicago ranges from a simple fixture swap to a full panel upgrade, and pricing scales with complexity. Reviewers on this page reported the following ranges for real jobs:

Job	Typical price
Light fixture / fan installation	$400, $2,000
Electrical wiring installation	$1,400, $2,000+
Panel upgrade / ground wire installation	$2,000+
Small troubleshooting call	$1, $600

Ranges compiled August 2026 from prices customers reported in their own Google reviews of the businesses on this page. These reflect what individual customers paid, not published rate cards, so get a written quote for your specific job before work begins.

Serving all of Chicago

The electricians above cover Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, including Lincoln Park, the North Side, Sauganash and Chicagoland communities. Searching for an electrician near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number so you can reach the closest option fast.

What to ask before you hire an electrician

Are you licensed and insured to work in Chicago? (Ask for the license number.)
Is the estimate flat-rate or hourly, and does it change once work starts?
Do you offer a warranty on parts and labor?
Will you clearly separate what’s required for safety versus optional upgrades?
Are you comfortable working in an older or vintage home’s existing wiring?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these electricians?

We started from every electrician in Chicago with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Do Chicago electricians offer 24/7 emergency service?

Several of the electricians here, including STS Electric and Sims & Sons, offer around-the-clock emergency response. Confirm availability and any after-hours fee when you call.

How much does an electrician cost in Chicago?

Small troubleshooting calls can run under a hundred dollars, while panel upgrades and full rewiring jobs commonly reach into the thousands. See the cost table above and always get a written estimate before work starts.

The bottom line

Arnold Electrical Services is the safe default given its sheer review volume and five-year guarantee, while Sims & Sons is the strongest pick for multi-unit or commercial buildings. Whoever you call, get the estimate in writing before work begins.

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