Hammel Electric
10, Windham, NY

Hammel Electric Reviews

3.4 stars based on 5 reviews

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  Katharine Q

  1.0

  Yikes. Called Brian about a month ago to check his availability for installing some lights in my house. He said he was booked way out and had a super affable friendly disposition on the phone. Totally fair. He asked me to call him back in a couple weeks to see if he freed up any time. I did. He said nope, still booked out. Maybe I’ll call you in a week or two. Yesterday he left a voicemail that he’d happen to be near my house, so he could hit the 4-5 lights I needed installed. So, I drove 2.5 hours from where I’d been and cancelled my whole day to meet him and gopher for any supplies he might need. He showed up on time, and I was greeted with “there’s no way you’ll finish your house by the time you want to, good luck.” I don’t recall asking your opinion, but okay. Thanks. We walk in the house and I show him the first light that needed replacing—a chandelier. This is a bigger ask, and I totally understood if he needed a supply run or to come back another day. The next stop was a couple sconces above existing outlets in a bedroom. He seemed genuinely confused by the construction of the sconces, said “these aren’t going to last,” (again, who asked?) and said yeah okay, easy enough. We go upstairs to see a ceiling fan that needed to be installed a couple feet away from an existing light fixture. “We’ll have to go into the ceiling.” “Yup! I’ve got a contractor and two other guys here for that.” “Well, I can’t do any of this.” “…what?” “Yeah I don’t have the stuff, so. I can’t do it. Maybe in a couple weeks. Possibly. I don’t know. I’ll let you know.” “…I told you I drove 2.5 hours to come here and meet you, and I’d already shared the projects’ details in advance.” “Okay, we’ll maybe I’ll call you. In a few weeks.” “Any idea when? Can we schedule anything?” “Nope! I’ll just see when I can get back up here.” When I told my contractor what happened, he a) said he wasn’t surprised given Brian’s rep and b) was shocked he didn’t have any supplies on him to make *any* of the requests happen. This guy isn’t dependable, and even though I’d read through the negative reviews of him online, I’m genuinely in a bind as there is such a shortage of electricians in the area/availability is scarce. So, I figured I’d give him a shot. Shouldn’t have. Don’t waste your time with Hammel Electric.

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  Ronald Grillo

  1.0

  The call response was fine until the project was discussed. I made a valid effort to try and collaborate and pander to his needs but he declined. Inept , and unable to work out a suitable comprises. Yea, don't call him for any advice.

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  Response from the owner

  Sorry about your situation. However, as I explained to you, your project required a number of people and as I work alone , I cannot in good conscience take it on.

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  Kent Oldknow

  5.0

  Brian is great. He responds timely and gives great service at a good price. I use him exclusively. The only complication is he is in demand. If you want great work done, sometimes you have to wait your turn

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  Response from the owner

  Thanks for your vote of confidence!

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