# William F Riley Electrician Inc

**Trade:** Electrical · **Phone:** (774) 261-3924 · **Website:** http://wfrileyelectrician.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 5.0/5** (high confidence) — from 29 reviews across 4 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 3 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

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.

**Strengths:**
- Clear communication — reviewers cite thorough explanations and updates
- Reliable scheduling — customers repeatedly mention prompt arrivals
- Clean workmanship — reviewers describe tidy, careful completed work
- Fair pricing — multiple reviews call pricing reasonable or fair

**Concerns:**
- Project scope — confirm permits, inspections, and included return work
- Scheduling details — clarify timing for multi-phase or remodeling projects

## Claims & citations

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

- State registry lists Massachusetts electrician license 57377 as active for William Riley. _(confidence: high)_
  - [State License Registry](https://elicensing21.mass.gov/CitizenAccess/GeneralProperty/PropertyLookUp.aspx?isLicensee=Y&TabName=Home) — “MA electrician license 57377 registry-verified active — registry holder of record: WILLIAM RILEY”
- BBB lists the business as accredited with an A+ grade. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/electrician/william-f-riley-electrician-llc-0261-351444) — “Better Business Bureau grade: A+”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/electrician/william-f-riley-electrician-llc-0261-351444) — “Better Business Bureau: accredited / certified / member”
- Google reports 4.7 stars from 30 ratings. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=William%20F%20Riley%20Electrician%20Inc&query_place_id=ChIJ87MZXHz46oMRIPnoNJYPS1Q) — “Google: 4.7★ from 30 ratings”
- Reviewers consistently praise responsiveness, communication, cleanliness, fair pricing, and reliable scheduling. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pRM09YZE9ZM0ZxWVRWNFdEUjNRMHRKZG04M1ZrRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x544b0f9634e8f920!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjQ3OXdOY3FqYTV4WDR3Q0tJdm83VkE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ 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…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21WdmNFZHJSRGR0VGxkSWEwSlhNVmRYTlVGUVVGRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x544b0f9634e8f920!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmVvcEdrRDdtTldIa0JXMVdXNUFQUFE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Billy was great to work with and communicated well throughout the entire process. My house had a lot of random wires and the electrical s…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25OYVIxVnBjMVZVWVhwR2FHdEpWRUl0V2xZeGJsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x544b0f9634e8f920!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnNaR1Vpc1VUYXpGaGtJVEItWlYxblE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a great experience working with Billy. He installed several ceiling fans, recessed lights, and a new electrical outlet in our home…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s5VUxXNUVSRFpaZW1aSlEzUkVhRlpPTUZab1RtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x544b0f9634e8f920!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk9ULW5ERDZZemZJQ3REaFZOMFZoTmc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Bill was the electrician we used on a bonus room addition. Bill was very responsive and would always reach out via text/phone if anything…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNvbzZxX1hBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x544b0f9634e8f920!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCoo6q_XA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Really prompt and professional service! Reasonable pricing, very clean work. My new go-to guy for anything electrical! I highly recommend…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNnXy0tTXRBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x544b0f9634e8f920!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCg_--MtAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Billy has great communication and is punctual. Cleans up after himself and has fair prices. He's replaced my old fuse box with a circuit …”
- Customers report panel and outlet upgrades, lighting, rewiring, remodeling, and troubleshooting work. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pRM09YZE9ZM0ZxWVRWNFdEUjNRMHRKZG04M1ZrRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x544b0f9634e8f920!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjQ3OXdOY3FqYTV4WDR3Q0tJdm83VkE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ 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…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25OYVIxVnBjMVZVWVhwR2FHdEpWRUl0V2xZeGJsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x544b0f9634e8f920!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnNaR1Vpc1VUYXpGaGtJVEItWlYxblE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a great experience working with Billy. He installed several ceiling fans, recessed lights, and a new electrical outlet in our home…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tWNlFuUm5hVTlEWlVvNVJsRm9VbEYzWDB4RE5HYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x544b0f9634e8f920!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkV6QnRnaU9DZUo5RlFoUlF3X0xDNGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I recently had recessed lighting installed in my basement by Billy Riley on 7/25, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Billy was e…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNnXy0tTXRBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x544b0f9634e8f920!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCg_--MtAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Billy has great communication and is punctual. Cleans up after himself and has fair prices. He's replaced my old fuse box with a circuit …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNnbnJYeEtnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x544b0f9634e8f920!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCgnrXxKg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Bill did all the electrical work (which wound up being much more than expected) when we were doing some remodeling. He was great to work …”
- Specializes in Electrical _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/electrician/william-f-riley-electrician-llc-0261-351444) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Electrical inspections, Electrical installations, Lighting solutions, Panel upgrades, Repairs and…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pRM09YZE9ZM0ZxWVRWNFdEUjNRMHRKZG04M1ZrRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x544b0f9634e8f920!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjQ3OXdOY3FqYTV4WDR3Q0tJdm83VkE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ 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…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25OYVIxVnBjMVZVWVhwR2FHdEpWRUl0V2xZeGJsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x544b0f9634e8f920!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnNaR1Vpc1VUYXpGaGtJVEItWlYxblE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a great experience working with Billy. He installed several ceiling fans, recessed lights, and a new electrical outlet in our home…”

## License

Status: **active** (#57377, electrician) — verified against the official MA state registry on 2026-08-24, 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=William%20F%20Riley%20Electrician%20Inc&query_place_id=ChIJ87MZXHz46oMRIPnoNJYPS1Q): 4.7★ from 30 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=William%20F%20Riley%20Electrician%20Inc&query_place_id=ChIJ87MZXHz46oMRIPnoNJYPS1Q): Listed on this source
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/electrician/william-f-riley-electrician-llc-0261-351444): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](http://wfrileyelectrician.com): Self-reported profile and service details

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Brian S. · 2026-08-20**: 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…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Alex Jeffery · 2026-05-29**: 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 h…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jenn · 2026-05-18**: 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 al…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Leonardo Angiulo · 2025-12-01**: Found the problems, fixed the issues, and charged fairly. Thank you for your help.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jose Rosado · 2025-09-07**: Excellent service and very professional.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Don P · 2025-09-02**: Billy was very responsive and reliable. He showed up when he said he would and was reasonable in his pricing. I would highly recommend him!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Andrew Bartholomew · 2025-08-29**: Honest, responsive, and transparent about pricing and timing. Highly recommended!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Donna Anderson · 2025-08-10**: I was pleased with Bill's persistence to find the problem, and on a Saturday!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Michael Levine · 2025-07-28**: I recently had recessed lighting installed in my basement by Billy Riley on 7/25, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Billy was extremely professional from start to finish transparent, honest, and easy to communicate with. He explained everything clearly, answered all my questions, and deliv…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Laceyj413 · 2025-07-28**: Bill was the electrician we used on a bonus room addition. Bill was very responsive and would always reach out via text/phone if anything changed. He was very flexible when we ran into issues with the other contractors and had to adjust the scheduling. His work quality was excellent.

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