Croatian Electric

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Toronto ON M5R 2E2
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Gabriel from Toronto
Gabriel from Toronto
1 review North York, ON
0/10

outdoor wiring for garden lights and plugs

If you're ever given a quote by Dave from Croatian Electric, run. Or else there's a good chance you're about to give away an insulting amount money for a miniscule amount of work. Dave's personality mirrors that of a stereotypically greasy used car salesmen, In that he will do everything within his power to overcharge as much as he possibly can for any small task he can think of... Dave charged $7900 for a job that must have taken a total of 3 working hours rewiring the front and back yard lights and installing a couple of plugs. About an hour after the completion of the project, I noticed that the sprinkler line had been damaged, right beside where a light had been installed. when I asked Dave if he might have hit the line accidentally. He immediately became infuriated In the idea that I might be critical of something he did, then promptly denied he had anything to do with it, then proceeded to throw three or four quick insults at me before hanging up. In all terrible experience. I got a quote from another electrician for around $2000 but sadly too late.

Approximate cost of services:
$7,900.00
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John and Carrie from Toronto
John and Carrie from Toronto
1 review Old Toronto, ON
0/10

Electrical repairs

This is the most unprofessional contractor I have ever had the unfortunate opportunity of dealing with.
I hired David at Croatian Electric to do a panel change at my Toronto home. I was quoted with $5000 for the panel change, which ended up turning into a $7000 project, that was carried out without my consent. When I brought up this fact, David became rude, loud, and defensive and made us very, very uncomfortable. I paid them just to get out of my house.
Be aware of this company. They are unprofessional, messy, and rude.

Approximate cost of services:
$7,000.00
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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 Rupi
Rupi
6 reviews Toronto, ON
8/10

rewiring

Very quick on the job. Liked the fact they return calls and emails after the job is done. They also provided me with a letter for my insurance Co to confirm the job was up to code.

Approximate cost of services:
$5,000.00
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Kreso from Hamilton
Kreso from Hamilton
1 review Hamilton, ON
10/10

Faulty Wiring

I purchased an older home and needless to say the wiring was poorly done. The last thing I needed was another cost on top of this money put I just bought. David and his team from Croatian Electric gave me a great price and with it came great work! These guys really went over and above. By replacing the faulty wiring and making sure that my future home would be safe and efficient. Thanks guys great job!

Approximate cost of services:
$0.00
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Sandra Stephenson in Etobicoke
Sandra Stephenson in Etobicoke
12 reviews Etobicoke, ON
10/10

switcher breaker panel replacement

Our hot water tank needed to be replaced and so we had to upgrade our electrical wiring. Croatian Electric was referred to us. They returned my phone call immediately and were here the next day to provide an estimate and then came the following day to do the work. They were prompt, neat, fast and friendly. This is a 3rd generation business and so therefore they have the experience and knowledge that is reliable. And to top it off they offered to buy me a coffee since my power was off. Just that alone means they go above and beyond with their work.

Approximate cost of services:
$3,600.00
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Irena from Mississauga
Irena from Mississauga
1 review Mississauga, ON
10/10

Washroom fan

After seeing the Croatian Electric trucks many times driving around my neighbourhood I decided to give them a call regarding an issue with my washroom fan. David and his team did a great job. They worked quickly and professionally, and ensured everything was clean after the project was done. I will call Croatian Electric again and recommend them.

Approximate cost of services:
$1,500.00
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Calvin in Mississauga
Calvin in Mississauga
1 review Mississauga, ON
2/10

High price for adequate workmanship

We hired David & crew based on a neighbour's recommendation and like an earlier reviewer, we wish we had quoted with another contractor before proceeding.

We felt his original quote was slightly on the high side but David talks a good game so we decided we would be willing to pay a premium for the exceptional workmanship we expected from him. David & crew performed several very minor tasks and one slightly more involved project at our home, all of which eventually turned out adequately.

We found however that as homeowners we had to continually look over their shoulders and question their actions to make sure tasks were being performed properly and to our satisfaction. Surprising, considering how cocky David comes across about his perception of his workmanship.

Very minor tasks were added while David was on site executing the main tasks we hired him for. For example, we (naively) figured that attaching two new light switch plates couldn’t cost much - perhaps $10 for parts (which cost $2 at any hardware store) plus maybe $20-30 each for “labour” for literally 1-2 minutes per switch, would be more than adequate. Without any discussion of price, he made it sound as if it was no problem at all before proceeding. We were shocked when reviewing his final bill that he charged $100 per switch plate and $150 per plug – $500 for approx 10-15 minutes total work!

Admittedly we should have clarified pricing before hand (and would NOT have proceeded) however the many HONORABLE contractors we’ve worked with in the past never left us feeling price gouged upon completion of a project the way David at Croation Electric did.

We paid Davids outrageous invoice to move on with life but our experience with Croation Electric definitely left a sour taste.

Approximate cost of services:
$3,000.00
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Zan Dan from Toronto
Zan Dan from Toronto
2 reviews Toronto, ON
8/10

Fuse box

Guy who came from Croatian Electric got the job done quickly... the only issue was a simple fix of my fuse box was $200. He only flipped a switch, would be far better if prices were more reasonable.

Approximate cost of services:
$200.00
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Jonathan Speers from Toronto
Jonathan Speers from Toronto
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Full Re-wire

Marko @ Croatian electric was amazing, Marko came in with his crew of professionals and fixed a job which had been started and not finished by another contractor. They were in and out of my home in 3 days.

AMAZING WORK GUYS! Worth every penny THANK YOU!

Approximate cost of services:
$17,000.00
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Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Light Installations and Panel Change

As an interior designer, I have worked with many electricians. Croatian Electric is by far the most professional, efficient and timely company I have ever hired. They have done countless successful jobs for me I wouldn't work with anyone else.

Approximate cost of services:
$3,600.00
0 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Croatian Electric is a family owned and operated business established in 1949 by Marko Yelavich senior the son of a Croatian immigrant to Canada. The Yelavich family has passed down the electric trade from father to son over three generations. Croatian electric over their 60 years in business has maintained ...
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