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TriStar Electric

Featured in Columbia Today 4.90 (1,471 reviews)(410) 799-5791

TriStar Electric provides residential and commercial electrical work from its Jessup base, serving central Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia. It has served homeowners since 1991.

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Business Highlights
  • TriStar is a family-owned electrical contractor.
  • The owners and managers are master electricians.
  • TriStar describes itself as a licensed and insured contractor.
  • Electrical repairs carry a one-year workmanship warranty.
Service Area

Central Maryland, the Baltimore-Washington metro area, Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia and Southern Pennsylvania.

Featured on ProsGrade. TriStar Electric is one of 9 electricians ProsGrade lists in Columbia, Maryland.

Listing details

11 services listed, including Electrical troubleshooting and repairs, Residential and commercial electrical contracting and Panel repairs, replacements and service upgrades. Open weekdays, closed on weekends. Rated 4.9 from 1,471 reviews.

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How This Business Compares

How TriStar Electric compares with the other 8 electricians on ProsGrade in Columbia, using public Google ratings and review counts.

  • Ranks in the top half of the 9 Columbia electricians on ProsGrade by Google rating and review volume.
  • Rated 4.9 on Google, at or above the 4.9 average of other Columbia electricians on ProsGrade.
  • Has the most Google reviews (1,471) of the 9 Columbia electricians on ProsGrade.
  • One of 7 Columbia electricians on ProsGrade rated 4.7 or higher from at least 10 reviews.

Services Covered

11 services
  • Electrical troubleshooting and repairsFlickering or dimming lights, tripping breakers, dead outlets, warm or buzzing outlets and panels
  • Residential and commercial electrical contractingRenovation projects, routine maintenance and repairs to existing systems
  • Panel repairs, replacements and service upgradesSquare D main breaker panels, typically the Square D Homeline line
  • Residential lighting installationsLED recessed layouts; under-cabinet LED tape; low-voltage LED landscape systems
  • EV charger installation
  • Sauna wiring and electrical installationIndoor or outdoor saunas; traditional dry heat or steam-generated
  • Generator installation
  • Pool, hot tub and swim spa electrical installations
  • Smoke alarm replacements and installations
  • Commercial electrical servicesWarehouse fan, overhead-door and industrial-equipment wiring
  • Electrical line trenching and underground boring

Reviews

What customers say

Customers describe TriStar’s team as friendly and professional, and one customer praised the electricians’ patient explanations. A customer valued Greg’s communication during BGE-related issues and the technicians’ checks on design choices; another said the team ran wiring without making holes in the wall.

Customer Reviews

Bradley Scott

We’ve hired TriStar for two separate jobs and each time they’ve been a delight to work with. We ran into some issues dealing with BGE but Greg kept up communication with us every step of the way. The techs who came out ( I believe it was Raul and Yoswin) were really nice and friendly. They did a great job of coming to us if there was a design decision to be made or to double check so that we got exactly what we wanted. I truly couldn’t be more pleased. I’ve dealt with enough construction issues to know just how fortunate I am that I get to work with them and not someone else. If you’re reading this and debating whether to hire TriStar vs. someone else, TriStar is the choice you want to make.
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JEM

Tri-Star Electric repaired my lamppost light demonstrating knowledge and efficiency. The electricians explained things well and were patient. I was afraid they would have to trench and it turned out they didn’t. Not cheap but considering the time they spent here over two visits, I think it was what I had to expect. UPDATE: Turns out they did have to trench. I’m still a very satisfied customer.
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Reyes Vera

Excellent work, well priced, very professional. During the estimate they said they would have to open up the wall to run the electrical wire, but the team was able to run the wire without making ANY HOLES in the wall. Highly recommend TriStar
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can TriStar install a customer-selected light fixture?

Yes. It installs customer-selected decorative fixtures and chandeliers, and typically supplies contractor-grade LED fixtures for recessed, under-cabinet, landscape and flood lighting.

Will recessed lighting require holes in the drywall?

Usually not: in most standard installations, the only holes needed are those the recessed lights themselves fill. TriStar’s lighting technicians fish wires through finished walls and ceilings with minimal disruption.

How does TriStar handle a panel replacement?

It starts with an in-person assessment, then coordinates permits and the utility disconnect before installation. The crew labels and grounds the circuits for inspection, followed by inspector approval and utility reconnection.

Does someone need to be home for an in-person service visit?

An adult aged 18 or older must be home so the findings and options can be discussed.

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