# Philip Waters Electrician

**Trade:** Electrical · **Address:** 26 Wings Neck Rd, Pocasset, MA 02559 · **Phone:** (508) 564-6188 · **Website:** http://philwelectrician.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.3/5** (low confidence) — from 6 reviews across 3 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 1 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Philip Waters Electrician is a one-person residential electrical business run by Philip C. Waters out of Pocasset, Massachusetts, handling household wiring, panel and generator work, and green-energy electrical installs. He holds an active Massachusetts electrician license (No. 19901) that matches the state registry exactly under his own name, and self-reports a NAPCEP Photovoltaic Associate certification alongside a Connecticut electrician license the state hasn't independently verified in this scan.

The reviews on file — six on Google, spanning 2021 through early 2026 — describe a contractor who shows up when he says he will, communicates clearly, and leaves the job site clean. Several go beyond generic praise: one homeowner describes a complicated install with three subpanels, a generator inlet, and new hot tub wiring, done efficiently and at a fair price; another describes several projects in a 70-year-old house — outdoor and basement lighting, stove wiring, circuit-breaker work — calling him responsive to scheduling and honest in his recommendations.

Nothing in the record raises a concern: there are no negative reviews or government actions, and the one license the state can verify checks out under his own name. The one thing worth confirming directly is the Connecticut license, since that credential rests on his own website rather than an independent registry check.

For a homeowner needing an older home rewired, a generator installed, or general electrical repair, the review history and verified license point to a solid, trustworthy hire — just confirm current availability and, if it matters for your job, the out-of-state credential.

**Strengths:**
- Detailed customer praise — reviewers cite specific rewiring and panel work
- Fair pricing — customers note reasonable rates on a complex job
- Responsive scheduling — reviewers praise promptness and clear communication
- Verified Massachusetts license — active registry match under his own name

**Concerns:**
- Connecticut license — self-reported only, not verified in this scan

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Holds an active Massachusetts electrician license (No. 19901), verified against the state registry under holder Philip C. Waters — matching this business. _(confidence: high)_
  - [State License Registry](https://elicensing21.mass.gov/CitizenAccess/GeneralProperty/PropertyLookUp.aspx?isLicensee=Y&TabName=Home) — “MA electrician license 19901 registry-verified active — registry holder of record: PHILIP C WATERS”
- Handles panel and subpanel upgrades, including a multi-subpanel install with a generator inlet and hot tub circuits. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNRekllVGNnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7a7f2833dc75dd61!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCQzIeTcg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Phil did great work for us, and his rates are quite reasonable. I had a pretty complicated install with three subpanels, a generator inle…”
- Rewires older homes, including outdoor/basement lighting and stove and circuit-breaker wiring in a 70-year-old house. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNYdG9YT0FnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7a7f2833dc75dd61!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICXtoXOAg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Philip has done several electrical work needs for me in a 70 year old house.  Very responsive to calls and scheduling.   Installed out do…”
- Self-reports installing manual and stand-by generators and green-energy electrical equipment, and holds a NAPCEP Photovoltaic Associate certification. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://philwelectrician.com) — “Philip Waters is a master electrician based in Pocasset, MA offering residential electrical installation and repair, code-violation correcti…”
  - [Official Website](http://philwelectrician.com) — “Stated certification/affiliation: NAPCEP Photovoltaic Associate PVA-093016-015616”
- Reviewers across several years consistently describe him as responsive, on time, and a clear communicator. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNYdG9YT0FnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7a7f2833dc75dd61!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICXtoXOAg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Philip has done several electrical work needs for me in a 70 year old house.  Very responsive to calls and scheduling.   Installed out do…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR1NG83SllBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7a7f2833dc75dd61!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDu4o7JYA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Working with Phil was great! He is a true expert. He worked with me to make sure I understood everything and that I was perfectly happy w…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPeE12UUVBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7a7f2833dc75dd61!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICOxMvQEA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Phil arrived when he said he would and after his excellent work left the area clean as a whistle. KUDOS”
- Customers describe his pricing as reasonable, including on a complex multi-subpanel install. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNRekllVGNnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7a7f2833dc75dd61!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCQzIeTcg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Phil did great work for us, and his rates are quite reasonable. I had a pretty complicated install with three subpanels, a generator inle…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNYdG9YT0FnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7a7f2833dc75dd61!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICXtoXOAg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Philip has done several electrical work needs for me in a 70 year old house.  Very responsive to calls and scheduling.   Installed out do…”
- A Connecticut electrician license the business states on its site is self-reported only and not verified against any registry in this scan. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://philwelectrician.com) — “Self-reported license/registration number (NOT verified against any registry): CT Lic # ELE 0125681”
- Owner-operated by Philip C. Waters, a master electrician, per the business's own site. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://philwelectrician.com) — “Ownership (self-reported): Owner-operated by Philip C. Waters, Master Electrician”
- Rating driven by six consistently positive, often detailed Google reviews since 2021 alongside the verified MA license. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Philip%20Waters%20Electrician&query_place_id=ChIJna-TWn3F5IkRYd113DMof3o) — “Google: 5★ from 16 ratings”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pCVFJtODJVRlJJUmxwb1lUVllUVFJDWVRnNVNtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7a7f2833dc75dd61!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjBTRm82UFRIRlpoYTVYTTRCYTg5Smc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Wonderful experience, super helpful, great result”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNRekllVGNnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7a7f2833dc75dd61!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCQzIeTcg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Phil did great work for us, and his rates are quite reasonable. I had a pretty complicated install with three subpanels, a generator inle…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNYdG9YT0FnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7a7f2833dc75dd61!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICXtoXOAg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Philip has done several electrical work needs for me in a 70 year old house.  Very responsive to calls and scheduling.   Installed out do…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR1NG83SllBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7a7f2833dc75dd61!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDu4o7JYA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Working with Phil was great! He is a true expert. He worked with me to make sure I understood everything and that I was perfectly happy w…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPeE12UUVBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7a7f2833dc75dd61!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICOxMvQEA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Phil arrived when he said he would and after his excellent work left the area clean as a whistle. KUDOS”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURHM2FLcG9BRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7a7f2833dc75dd61!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDG3aKpoAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Phil is a talented and trust-worthy electrician.  Very happy with all the work he has done for us.”
  - [State License Registry](https://elicensing21.mass.gov/CitizenAccess/GeneralProperty/PropertyLookUp.aspx?isLicensee=Y&TabName=Home) — “MA electrician license 19901 registry-verified active — registry holder of record: PHILIP C WATERS”
- Specializes in Electrical _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](http://philwelectrician.com) — “Philip Waters is a master electrician based in Pocasset, MA offering residential electrical installation and repair, code-violation correcti…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNRekllVGNnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7a7f2833dc75dd61!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCQzIeTcg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Phil did great work for us, and his rates are quite reasonable. I had a pretty complicated install with three subpanels, a generator inle…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNYdG9YT0FnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7a7f2833dc75dd61!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICXtoXOAg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Philip has done several electrical work needs for me in a 70 year old house.  Very responsive to calls and scheduling.   Installed out do…”
  - [State License Registry](https://elicensing21.mass.gov/CitizenAccess/GeneralProperty/PropertyLookUp.aspx?isLicensee=Y&TabName=Home) — “MA electrician license 19901 registry-verified active — registry holder of record: PHILIP C WATERS”

## License

Status: **active** (#19901, electrician) — verified against the official MA state registry on 2026-08-22, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://elicensing21.mass.gov/CitizenAccess/GeneralProperty/PropertyLookUp.aspx?isLicensee=Y&TabName=Home

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Philip%20Waters%20Electrician&query_place_id=ChIJna-TWn3F5IkRYd113DMof3o): 5.0★ from 16 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Philip%20Waters%20Electrician&query_place_id=ChIJna-TWn3F5IkRYd113DMof3o): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](http://philwelectrician.com): Self-reported profile and service details

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Sam Chlpka · 2026-03-19**: Wonderful experience, super helpful, great result
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Eric G · 2025-03-02**: Phil did great work for us, and his rates are quite reasonable. I had a pretty complicated install with three subpanels, a generator inlet, and a new hot tub, and he figured out how to do it efficiently and kept materials costs down.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Leona Bombaci · 2024-10-16**: Philip has done several electrical work needs for me in a 70 year old house.  Very responsive to calls and scheduling.   Installed out door electric boxes, out door and basement lights. Electric wiring to stove and circuit breakers.  Reasonable price.  Honest in his professional recommendations.  A …
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Zack Glennie · 2022-08-16**: Working with Phil was great! He is a true expert. He worked with me to make sure I understood everything and that I was perfectly happy with the plan. He was always on time. Great communication, excellent work.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Larry Dubois · 2022-06-01**: Phil arrived when he said he would and after his excellent work left the area clean as a whistle. KUDOS
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Chris McChesney · 2021-12-06**: Phil is a talented and trust-worthy electrician.  Very happy with all the work he has done for us.

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Data freshness: last scanned 2026-08-22T10:40:23.327Z.
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