It is difficult for me to express in words how DISAPPOINTED and how ASTONISHED I was to receive…read morethis kind of shoddy treatment from a local vendor I have been using for 30 years. To summarize, I asked them to perform a lighting exchange from fluorescent to LED In my home shop. They came out within a few days, did a nice job of assessing the situation and providing me with the raw materials, then they did about half the job (the easy half), then flat-out refused (nicely) to come back and finish it. said they had manpower problems. They charged me the full $1500 amount and their invoice reported that the job was completed. I spent $1600 and a lot of personal effort to complete the job myself. After failing to get any dialogue from them, I plan to pay the invoice to avoid further hassle. The price they pay will be this review! The following is a letter I wrote two months ago to the company that has all the details of timing and sequence. I never received a reply. I certainly will never ask them to do anything else for me. I waited a long time to write this review because I just COULD NOT believe that a reputable company would behave in this manner: Dear Nelson Electric: Please help me understand. Early December 2022, I asked you to to revise the lighting system in my shop from Fluorescent to LED. 'Twas a natural choice, because you wired and lit my shop in 2008 and did a really sweet job. The circuit box is a work of art. You sent a senior electrician and apprentice out Dec 13 and we had a good day. He surveyed the situation, did some research, gave me good advice, and brought all the bulbs needed. The difficult part was five 8-foot fixtures on a high ceiling that needed ballasts removed and circuitry restored before placing the 8-ft LED bulbs. Your team didn't have the necessary ladders/scaffold to reach the 3 difficult (16-ft high) fixtures, so they did the easier 2 and left me with the impression they would be back. I never got a call-back, so after about 2 months, I put a call into your general office, and eventually 2 calls to "Buddy," job scheduler? I emphasize all interactions were cordial and I think admirably honest, except for one thing: I THINK IT WAS JUST A DIFFICULT, LOW-PAY JOB AND NOBODY WANTED TO FINISH IT! Buddy told me during the first call that he would try to get the completion scheduled, but a couple weeks later during my second call, he was honest enough to tell me that he was having significant manpower shortage problems and he didn't think the job would be completed within 6 to 9 months, and when I asked if it would be appropriate for me to prep the work place and hire a friend independently to complete the job, he welcomed that option. I understand that. I've done my fair share of difficult jobs. But I don't really have a grasp on how a company with your reputation could start a job and verbally contract to finish it, then just blow it off. I got a bill for services invoice (attached) on December 17. It is my personal compulsion, my mission in fact, to pay such bills in full immediately upon job completion. But it is also my cautious character to avoid paying for jobs that have not been finished. The services and advice (and of course materials) that you provided were valuable to me. I'm not trying to get out of paying for that. But it cost me considerable $'s to buy and build a scaffold and hire a friend to complete the work and I think maybe some downward adjustment of your bill is in order. The invoice implies the work was completed. Thank you very much for your consideration. I'm sorry this is so long, but I wanted to make sure you had all the details. Invoice attached. Sincerely, Mark Taylor

Nelson Electric was courteous from the initial call. They got to us fast and only took less than an…read morehour to resolve our issue. I will definitely be calling them for any future needs.

I have used this place over the years, before this experience to install a furnace in January 2007…read moreand recently, to get the fan motor fixed(I run the fan a lot) and have always had very good service from this company and at reasonable prices. Not only did they fix my fan, but gave a great recommendation for a company to replace my water heater! So, I've used their services long before the furnace replacement, probably well over 20 years now and I haven't a single complaint. Plus, they do things the correct way. I had another service company that gave me a higher quote on the furnace and were not going to put in the air intake vent on the new high efficiency furnace. So, BETTER SERVICE, reasonably priced!

I've know them from the late 60's and used their services since moving into our first house in '72…read more First class service and they installed our new furnace and AC. They do regular maintenance at a reasonable price.

Outstanding professional HVAC service! Always respond quickly when called, no matter for the…read moresmallest fix or replacement! Their knowledge and the ability to solve the problem quickly saves me money! I have known this family for most of my life and trust them to service & take care of my HVAC!

After having a lot problems finding an electrician willing to show up to work on my home, I filled…read moreout a request for service on the Iowa Better Business Bureau website. I got a call within one business day, and a problem that was a problem for months was fixed in under 30 minutes. Very professional, did a good job of explaining what the problem was, and clearly explained what it would take to get the problem fixed. Showed up on time, the problem was quickly fixed. I can't comment on the bill as I have not received one yet, but will make amendments to this review if they are problematic. I will call on NAI for all of my future electrical needs at home.

We called Greg's appliance service after we had trouble with a washing machine that had been stored…read morein our garage after family moved on. We called and got an appointment that same day. He quickly diagnosed the problem ( pump had a crack due to frost damage), was able to order a replacement part that then was installed a few days later. The price was lower than estimated due to less time to change out the part and he was very pleasant and honest throughout the visits. Finding a capable, honest and dependable service guy such as Greg is a real plus in a small city such as ours and he will be on speed dial in case we have any other appliance issues.

Greg of Greg's Appliance Repair is honest and knows what he's doing. A couple years ago 2 duffases…read morecame to my place and stood around doing nothing and charging me a lot. They left without fixing the washer. Fortunately, although I was furious, I took another chance and at random called Greg. He came, he fixed, he charged me the minimum fee. He's been my go to guy for years now. He's HONEST and helpful. I've referred many people to him and have done the exact opposite with the other place in town who's name starts with a K. Let me also say here that years ago he bought out a guy who was also honest but retired. Like attracts like.

Thompson Electric has done many jobs for us over the years. We have never been disappointed! They…read moreare always timely, efficient, professional, and affordable. They do everything from outlets to full rewiring for a remodel. I wouldn't call anyone else.

Fast response, the service requested was scheduled right away and they completed the work…read moreefficiently and with the utmost respect. The technicians who came out were fabulous and clearly explained the issue.

Tray assisted us with a slow drain. Clearing the drain was challenging but he assured me he would…read moreclear the drain and he did an excellent job. He kept the area clean and cleaned up afterwards. Tray communicated with us throughout the process and was very polite. Thank you again. I highly recommend Draintech.

We use Draintech all the time and everyone is always super friendly and we've never had a problem…read morewith the work getting done in a timely manner.

We had a substantial problem with a water line in to our house this fall. We sought estimates from…read moreseveral companies who could repair our leaky main line, and Jet Drain was substantially less. Jet Drain was recommended by some neighbors who said they did good work at a fair price. They did superb work and saved us nearly $700 over other local estimates. The work has held up well over several months, they were punctual to their appointment and courteous. They were a little difficult to schedule, but it appears that that was mostly due to demand. From what we saved on their work, I am sure they are very popular. Give these guys a call if you are having problem plumbing issues.