I solicited 3 estimates from reputable liscensed electricians personally referred to me by other property owners. Your estimate was 3 - 5 times the cost of the other estimates! This was apparently partly because your technician required installing a new box that both of the other electricians say is NOT necessary. As an older woman it really feels as though you are trying to take advantage of me.
Response from Haas & Sons Electric Inc.:
We appreciate the opportunity to assist you. You contacted us regarding a power outage and requested a quote for installing a line for a 240V stove. We discovered that a GFCI had tripped, which we reset, restoring power. As per your requests, you wanted to switch from a gas stove to an electric one, install a surge protector, and have the option to add another washer/dryer in the future. Your existing electrical panel is completely full and cannot accommodate additional circuits. If someone else has suggested they could add the stove circuit to your panel, they are not adhering to our national code and safety standards, and I urge you to have them obtain a permit for their work. Our quote is higher because we perform the work properly, allowing for the future expansion you wanted and protecting your home with the surge protector you requested.
