Electric Company Quotes Over $700 For Two Ceiling Fans, Then Their Own Electrician Installs Them Off The Clock For $200 Cash

This story isn’t one of revenge, but it’s definitely a satisfying twist of fate. The protagonist, who recently moved into a new place, found themselves dealing with an unexpected conflict involving a local electric company. After living in their home for a year, they noticed that the upstairs guest room and office could use some cooling down. The solution? Installing two ceiling fan and light combos to help regulate temperatures and add a bit of style.

After purchasing the fans, the next logical step was to find a certified electrician for the installation. Sure, they could have tackled the project themselves, but the thought of climbing ladders, wrestling with wires, and positioning the fans in awkward angles was less than appealing. So, they took to Google to find a reputable electric company.

The company they contacted promised next-day service. Things seemed to be falling into place as an electrician arrived right on schedule. After discussing the installation needs and checking the electrical panel, the protagonist inquired about the price, expecting something around $200 for the job. To their surprise, the electrician let out a laugh, quickly shooting down the estimate and stating, “It’ll be closer to $700.”

Feeling taken aback, the homeowner decided they couldn’t justify such a hefty price tag for a relatively simple installation. They politely declined the service, apologizing for wasting the electrician’s time, and wished him well on his way out the door. But just as they thought the matter was settled, a knock echoed through the house a few minutes later. It was the same electrician, and this time he had something else to say.

With a friendly demeanor, he mentioned that he and his colleagues often did side work. Curious, the homeowner asked how much it would cost. “Oh, just $200 for both ceiling fans,” he replied. Clearly surprised and relieved, they agreed to the deal. The next day, on what was presumably their day off, the same electrician returned and efficiently installed both fans in under two hours. Cash exchanged hands, and at long last, the installation was complete, saving the homeowner over $500 in the process.

However, the saga didn’t end there. Shortly after the installation, the electric company sent out an automated text message, asking if the homeowner would like to leave a review. The message seemed oblivious to the fact that the homeowner had turned them down just a day prior. It simply provided a link to their Google review page, hoping to earn some positive feedback.

With a hint of amusement, the homeowner responded, clarifying that since they had refused the company’s service, there would be no glowing review to share. They noted that if the company insisted, they would be more than happy to share their experience of outrageous pricing and their subsequent choice to seek a better deal.

The company shot back with a defense of their pricing, but the homeowner had already made up their mind. They replied confidently that they could find a qualified, licensed, bonded, and insured electrician that would do the job for much less—indeed, they had just experienced that firsthand with the same electrician who had initially quoted them $700.

In the end, the electric company would likely never realize the opportunity they let slip through their fingers. Their greed in pricing what should have been a straightforward installation cost them not just a job but potentially many more opportunities down the line. The protagonist felt a sense of satisfaction from the whole situation, knowing they had made a smart decision and found a competent worker at a fair price.

This tale is less about revenge and more about market forces playing out in real time. Everyone knows that businesses need to make a profit, but there are limits, and this electric company had evidently crossed them. The homeowner had walked away from the experience not just with two newly installed ceiling fans but with a significant win in the realm of home improvement.