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E & M O'Hara Electric In 1963, Edward and Michael O'Hara established E & M O'Hara Electrical Contractors, and soon developed an outstanding reputation for expert service and superior workmanship at a fair price. Today, a second generation of the O'Hara family is dedicated to carrying on the family tradition. At O'Hara, we've always had a hands-on approach to our business.

Our main goal is customer satisfaction. Our longevity is based on three core values - experience, reputation and performance. We are licensed and fully insured. Our fleet of fully equipped and manned service trucks is ready to perform any installation or repair.
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  • Year established: 1963
  • Licensed
Services
Outdoor Lighting
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Outdoor lighting can enhance the beauty of your landscaping and the usefulness of outdoor living spaces. A variety of lighting options enables you to highlight landscape features, improve safety on walkways and stairs, and showcase the design of your home.
Knob & Tube Wiring
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Knob and Tube Wiring, also called Open wiring, was a common wiring method used in the early 1900's to the late 1940's. Knob & Tube Wiring is a single conductor, ungrounded system, where electricity is brought to different areas of the home by running copper wires, covered with a cloth and rubber insulation sheathing, through the walls, attic and floor spaces.
Landscape Lighting
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We can install lighting outdoors for safety and security, or to highlight features such as walkways, pools, patios and landscaping. From post lanterns and spotlights, to recessed cans and decorative walkway and deck lighting, we can brighten your night.
Reviews (21)
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Dave Lopez
Aug 22, 2021
The guys from O'Hara came to our house to give us an estimate. They showed up on time and were very professional and honest. A few weeks later when they came by to do the work they showed up exactly when they said they would and performed the worked just under the estimated time they said it would take. They even took it upon themselves to button up a couple of things in my basement that needed attention at no extra charge. They are a fantastic company and if we need electrical work again we will call them to do it. Great experience and we highly recommend A++
Lu-Ann Reilly
May 16, 2021
We needed a lot of things done: replacing several light fixtures in the basement, adding several electrical outlets in the basement, adding an outdoor outlet, and adding an outlet to our dining room. From our first phone call to ask for an estimate, to the visit by someone to give an estimate, to the actual work being done, we were very pleased with the responsiveness and professionalism of everyone involved.

It's always scary to me to have any work done in an older home, especially adding outlets where none existed, so it was with trepidation that we had the work done, Now, I'm thrilled to finally have the electrical outlets we needed, and everything went smoothly. Great work!
Manish Agarwal
Apr 01, 2021
Good workmanship but be ready to overpay. They sent two guys which i didn't expect (doubles the rate!), Danny told me I will be only charged $114 for both guys for first hour and then in thirty minutes incremental for both which I agreed. Whole job was finished in one and half hour but final bill showed i owe for both guys for one and half hour. So, they didn't tell me two guys will come so rate will be $200 +per hour. So be aware if you call them, rate is not $114 per hour as they tell you on phone.
Meg Adams
Mar 06, 2021
We have used O'Hara Electric for several jobs both big and small (guessing at least 6 times at this point). I just want to write to say that they are absolutely amazing. Not only are they professional - great quality, on-time, etc. They also are super helpful when you are not sure what you need done. On multiple jobs they have not only done the job but also given their expert guidance with what types of fixtures would be best.

On the latest job (when we had no idea what to get) they even went and bought the correct fixtures for us. They have gone above and beyond time and again for us. We are tremendously grateful for them.
Victor Salama
Feb 26, 2021
We have now used E&M O'Hara twice and both times the service and work was outstanding. The guys arrived on time and did a wonderful job repairing outlets and installing flood lights. Very professional work. We'll be calling them again for a 3rd job. Services:Installation, General repairs, Outdoor lighting installation, Electrical outlet & switch installation
Susan Tran
May 24, 2020
We have been using O'Hara Electric for many years; replacing outlets, problem switches and installing fixtures, both indoors and outdoors, in our century old house. Always 100 % satisfied with their work and the electricians who come to our home. They are always courteous and will explain what the issue is.
Max Sneden
Apr 12, 2019
Jesse and his helper were on time and respected my client's property. When questions arose about the job, he called and confirmed the details. When I returned to inspect, all of the work was tight and clean. They even patched their holes with some gear I had laying around the job. A+. Thanks guys.
Donald Scott
Nov 05, 2018
They've done a few things for me (chandelier, fixing a plug, some other stuff). Good pricing, good people. They're my electrician. Will be calling them for a couple more things soon. Great receptionist; very friendly.
John Recchia
Dec 27, 2017
I have been doing business with E & M O'Hara for over 30 years. They always respond to my specific requests. I would recommend them to anyone needing electrical work done right.
Tutor Time West Orange
Feb 13, 2017
E&M O'Hara Electric does an outstanding job. Not only are they quick to respond, but they are fair priced and understand my needs. The tech is friendly, knowledgeable and works efficiently! I would recommend them to anyone needing electrical work done.
Camillus Mitchell
Dec 14, 2016
I would not have any other electrical contractor perform electric work at Sacred Heart Cathedral but E & M O'Hara Electric.
Rahiem Dawsey
Oct 29, 2016
I can always count on E & M O'Hara for professional and friendly service. They respond to our needs promptly and complete the job on time.
Kristen & Rich F.
Jul 02, 2016
We've been using O'Hara Electric for 11 years, since we first moved into West Orange. From the beginning, we were treated with respect, the electricians arrived on time, and most important, the work was completed quickly and correctly. We have an older system that many younger electricians didn't understand, but O'Hara did.
John Lind-Otashevich
May 01, 2016
The workmanship & quality are the best here. We have been working with O'hara for the 11 years that we have lived here. We are always scheduled immediately, the electricians are always sent to us right away, & their work is precise & always passes inspection. Every electrician we have worked with on our house is well experienced & talented.
Stv Renzo
Apr 08, 2016
The receptionist turned me off immediately to their service. Very rude I would not recommend to anybody interested in electrical work
Alonzo Slade
Feb 03, 2016
Ed O'hara is one of the most inexperienced trade professionals I have ever met in my life. His receptionists are poorly trained and very rude which leads me to believe Ed hasn't trained them properly and is inexperienced when it comes to human resource management.
Alonzo S.
Feb 03, 2016
Ed o hara is one of the most inexperienced trade professionals I have ever met in my life. His receptionists are poorly trained and very rude which leads me to believe Ed hasn't trained them properly and is inexperienced when it comes to human resource management. I hope he sees this and responds I would lovetl to talk to him about the exact details of what happened. However, I will probably just have to talk to another rude receptionist. I do not recommend using him for anything. I want you to respond to this message Ed.
Alex R.
Jul 13, 2015
O'Hara solved multiple electrical problems at my property: installed new outlets, upgraded wiring, replaced rusted breakers in the panel. The most complicated issue was with lights dimming when power hungry appliances turned on/off. Not only O'Hara professionals figured it out, but the business owner helped me to work with the town electricity provider to resolve the issue.

They continuously followed up with PSEG and stopped by my place to check free of charge. Everyone at O'Hara is polite, professional and punctual. They charge a fair price and work quality is excellent. I'd definitely recommend them. O'Hara is part of the propertytaxcard.com program - you can get credit on the property tax based on the O'Hara invoice amount. This is a cool program that supports local businesses and provides saving for residents.
Shay W.
Jun 11, 2015
Called to get an estimate to have my entire home rewired, a job that I know will run me over $15,000 based on the size of my home, only to be told there would be a $100 fee just to get an estimate done. If you're opened to giving away money to someone just to tell you it's going to cost you $xxx for their services then go right ahead and call them.
Ken McCabe
Mar 26, 2015
O'Hara Electric just installed 3 high hats in my kitchen and I couldn't be happier with the whole process. From my initial phone calls and estimate to the arrival of the electricians during the work and clean-up. everyone was terrific, quick, and clean. I totally recommend O'Hara.
Ken McCabe
Feb 20, 2015
O'Hara Electric just installed 3 high hats in my kitchen and I couldn't be happier with the whole process. From my initial phone calls and estimate to the arrival of the electricians during the work and clean-up.