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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from William F Riley Electrician Inc. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
Standard receptacle swaps — a new dedicated circuit is a bigger job ($350–$750).
Flush mounts, pendants, chandeliers — hung on existing boxes.
Estimated range
$530 – $1,100
Typical electrical project around $820
William F. Riley Electrician Inc. is a Worcester-based residential and commercial electrician run by William (Billy) Riley, who identifies as owner and master electrician. The company states that Riley has operated his own licensed business since 2021 and handles installations, repairs, panel upgrades, lighting, wiring, inspections, and related home electrical work. Its website describes service across Worcester and Central Massachusetts, with a Massachusetts license claim matching the active state registry record for William Riley. Recent Google feedback is consistently positive: 30 ratings average 4.7, with customers describing panel and outlet upgrades, ceiling fans, recessed lighting, fuse-box replacement, remodeling work, kitchen lighting, and troubleshooting. Reviewers repeatedly mention prompt responses, clear explanations, fair pricing, clean work areas, reliable scheduling, and careful completion; several say they have hired him for multiple jobs or plan to use him again. Before booking, confirm the exact scope, permit and inspection handling, schedule, and any return work or patching included in the estimate. The BBB profile lists an A+ grade, accreditation, and license 57377 expiring 7/31/2028; the state registry separately verifies that license as active. He is a strong fit for homeowners seeking detailed residential electrical work, panel modernization, lighting, rewiring, or troubleshooting, especially where communication and tidy execution matter.
I called Billy about upgrading our panel and also adding a 50 amp outlet outside for our camper. He responded within minutes, came to the house two days later, gave me a great price and did the work a little over a week later. The work he and hia crew did was excellent. Explained in detail what they would be doing and kept everything clean and nice looking. They also are coming back to finish up patch work and doing some finish carpentry on a cabinet to hide some wires. Highly recommend.
Billy was great to work with and communicated well throughout the entire process. My house had a lot of random wires and the electrical setup was pretty messy, but Billy was able to navigate through everything and get the job done right. He also kept his work area very clean and left no trace that he was even there once everything was finished. Thanks again, Billy — I’ll definitely have him back for any future work!
We had a great experience working with Billy. He installed several ceiling fans, recessed lights, and a new electrical outlet in our home. Everything was completed professionally, safely, and with attention to detail. He arrived on time, kept the work areas clean, and clearly explained everything along the way. Highly recommend for anyone looking for reliable, fairly priced and skilled electrical work!
Found the problems, fixed the issues, and charged fairly. Thank you for your help.
Excellent service and very professional.
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