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Smile Electric
Electrician · McAllen, TX
5.0
159 reviews
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Residential
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Finding a good electrician in McAllen comes down to two things: the license is real, and the work passes inspection the first time. We list 33 electricians in McAllen, Texas, ranked on review history, license status, and response time.
We list 33 electricians in McAllen, Texas and score each one on the things that actually predict whether a job goes well: review volume and rating, how long they've been working, whether the license checks out, and how fast they answer. That score is the DIRT Score (0–5).
Of the 33 electricians we list in McAllen, 24 have a DIRT Score, and 18 have at least 10 Google reviews. The average DIRT Score in McAllen for this trade is 3.6 (0–5 scale); the highest is 5.0. 6 Category Leaders are already awarded for McAllen electricians on this page.
Ask for the TDLR license number and verify it — Texas publishes the register for free. Ask who's pulling the permit; if the answer is "we don't need one" for panel or service work, get a second opinion.
McAllen sits in the Valley — heat and humidity are the baseline. Shortlist on score and reviews, then get three written quotes.
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Best Electrician in McAllen — By Category
Ranked by DIRT Score + review analysisBest Value
Best Value Electrician in McAllen
A-Fast Electric & Air Conditioning
5.0★79 reviews
Top-ranked for value and fair pricing among McAllen electricians, with a DIRT Score of 5.0 across 79 reviews.
“Mr. Victor got us a good price for our home AC unit and had everything installed & ready in less than 24 hours. Amazing service! I highly recommend him & his staff. Thank you 🙏🏻”
Fastest Response
Fastest Electrician in McAllen
A-Fast Electric & Air Conditioning
5.0★79 reviews
Top-ranked for response time among McAllen electricians, with a DIRT Score of 5.0 across 79 reviews.
“I am very happy with the service that Mr Victor has provided us. Our central air was having issues with a leakage on the freon and I called him up and he responded quickly to go…”
Best Quality
Best Quality Electrician in McAllen
Frontline Home Solutions Llc
5.0★438 reviews
Top-ranked for quality of work among McAllen electricians, with a DIRT Score of 5.0 across 438 reviews.
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Highly Recommend Frontline Roofing in Brownsville Frontline completed our roof replacement in Brownsville using Owens Corning materials, and the results were…”
Best Communication
Best Electrician for Communication in McAllen
Frontline Home Solutions Llc
5.0★438 reviews
Top-ranked for communication among McAllen electricians, with a DIRT Score of 5.0 across 438 reviews.
“I recently had my roof repaired and replaced by Frontline Home Solutions here in Hidalgo, Texas, and I honestly couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the very first…”
Best for Homes
Best Electrician for Homes in McAllen
Frontline Home Solutions Llc
5.0★438 reviews
Top-ranked for residential work among McAllen electricians, with a DIRT Score of 5.0 across 438 reviews.
“Frontline Home Solutions - Ashton Curling - did an incredible job on our roofing project and solar panel detach and reset. From start to finish, their team handled everything…”
Up & Comer
Top New Electrician in McAllen
Avante Building Services Llc
4.3★16 reviews
Top-ranked for rating relative to review volume among McAllen electricians, with a DIRT Score of 4.3 across 16 reviews.
“I can’t say enough great things about my experience with Avante! From our very first meeting through to the final stages of the renovation, they exceeded my expectations every…”
Categories are derived from customer reviews across Google, Yelp & Facebook. DIRT Score is a weighted average across all platforms.
Top 3 Best Electricians in McAllen
Ranked by DIRT Score🥇
Smile Electric
159 reviews · 956-624-8343
5.0
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Elite Electric
67 reviews · 956-212-1606
4.8
DIRT Score
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Louie's Electric
2 reviews · 956-420-2868
2.0
DIRT Score
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Elite Electric
Electrician · McAllen, TX
4.8
67 reviews
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Louie's Electric
Electrician · McAllen, TX
2.0
2 reviews
DIRT Score
Residential
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which electrician in McAllen has the best prices?
A-Fast Electric & Air Conditioning ranks first for value and fair pricing among McAllen electricians. DIRT Score 5.0 across 79 reviews.
Which electrician in McAllen responds the fastest?
A-Fast Electric & Air Conditioning ranks first for response time among McAllen electricians. DIRT Score 5.0 across 79 reviews.
Which McAllen electrician does the highest quality work?
Frontline Home Solutions Llc ranks first for quality of work among McAllen electricians. DIRT Score 5.0 across 438 reviews.
Which electrician in McAllen communicates best with customers?
Frontline Home Solutions Llc ranks first for communication among McAllen electricians. DIRT Score 5.0 across 438 reviews.
Who should I hire for electrician work on a home in McAllen?
Frontline Home Solutions Llc ranks first for residential work among McAllen electricians. DIRT Score 5.0 across 438 reviews.
Which newer electrician in McAllen is worth hiring?
Avante Building Services Llc ranks first for rating relative to review volume among McAllen electricians. DIRT Score 4.3 across 16 reviews.
Who is the best electrician in McAllen, Texas?
Right now the highest-scored electrician in McAllen on this list is Frontline Home Solutions LLC, with a DIRT Score of 5.0 across 438 reviews. That score measures track record, not who's best for every job. Use the list as a shortlist, then call two or three.
How much do electricians charge per hour in McAllen, Texas?
We don't publish an hourly rate for McAllen electricians until we can back it with aggregated, anonymised numbers from real jobs. Get three written quotes for the same scope, ask whether the number is flat-rate or hourly, and ask whether a trip charge sits on top.
Who is the most affordable electrician in McAllen?
We don't rank by price. Get three quotes for the same scope in writing, and ask each one whether the trip charge is included or added. The cheapest number is often the one with the most left out of it.
How do I find a trustworthy electrician in McAllen?
Check three things. One: the license — verify the TDLR electrician license on the state register. Two: the review pattern, not just the score. Three: whether they'll put the scope in writing before they start.
How can you tell if a electrician is any good?
Read the two-star reviews, not the five-star ones. Two-star reviews tell you what happens when the job goes sideways — whether they came back, argued, or charged again to fix their own work. Also look at whether the owner replies, and how.
How do I know if a electrician is overcharging me?
Get two more quotes for the identical scope, in writing. Wide spreads usually mean different scopes. Watch for a low quote that grows once work starts — a written scope is the only thing that stops that.
What's a normal call-out or trip charge in McAllen?
We don't publish a made-up McAllen trip-charge number. Ask each electrician whether the first visit is a trip charge, a diagnostic fee, or rolled into a flat job price — before they roll.
Do electricians in Texas have to be licensed?
Yes. Electricians in Texas must be licensed through TDLR. The public register is free to check — ask for the license number before anyone opens a panel.