In 1968, Bill Robertson borrowed from his kids' piggy bank to buy a business license and start Robertson Electric Company. He based that business on providing excellent, professional service at a reasonable rate. Over fifty years later Robertson Electric continues to provide award-winning service in heating, air conditioning, electrical, plumbing, and indoor air quality.
Robertson Electric is one of the largest full-service companies in the area, employing about 50 people out of their office at 2131 Berkmar Drive. In some cases, Robertson Electric has been serving the same customers for over 45 years. For many years, Robertson has received the best in their field awards in the Daily Progress Reader's Choice Poll, The C'ville Weekly Best of C-ville, and Charlottesville Family Favorites Awards.
Robertson Electric is one of the largest full-service companies in the area, employing about 50 people out of their office at 2131 Berkmar Drive. In some cases, Robertson Electric has been serving the same customers for over 45 years. For many years, Robertson has received the best in their field awards in the Daily Progress Reader's Choice Poll, The C'ville Weekly Best of C-ville, and Charlottesville Family Favorites Awards.
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We stand behind our work & offer a money back guarantee for replacement systems for a year. Robertson Electric is dedicated to providing the best, most dependable, and quickest service by offering top-quality products and employing personnel who truly care about your total satisfaction. Welcome to Robertson Electric: your go-to electrical, plumbing, indoor air quality, and HVAC service company.
We service any brand of furnace, heat pump, air conditioning unit, air cleaner, humidifier, and thermostat. We give you a quote before work begins so you will know how much the job will cost in advance. We take the time and effort to give you all available options so that you can decide when it is in your best interest to repair, renovate, or replace.
The average life of a heating and air conditioning system is about 12 to 15 years. If your HVAC system is approaching that age, it makes sense to consider replacing it now in order to prevent expensive labor calls in the summer or winter when the weather is at its hottest or coldest. Saving money on utility bills is more important now than ever before.
The supply of energy is limited, yet the demand continues to increase. Even while industrialized nations pull out all stops to develop new sources of clean energy, America will rely on fossil fuels in the near future. That means energy conservation is more important now than ever before. Robertson Electric, a dedicated proponent of energy conservation, is always seeking ways to keep utility bills and energy usage under control.
Are you always afraid that someone will flush a toilet in the middle of your relaxing shower? If the water temperature fluctuates 5 or 10 degrees each time someone flushes, it can be a real problem not only for your body temperature in the moment but also in the larger scale of your plumbing. Fortunately, this is a problem that Robertson Electric - your local plumber in Charlottesville - can easily correct.
Reviews (6)
J. A.
Dec 20, 2021
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They guy they sent to my house to perform some electrical work. He was at my house 2 hours. The labor rate I was billed was $177.00 an hour and that was after a coupon. They obviously think highly of themselves to charge this rate. Highway robbery…. I only post this because I have no intention on ever using them going forward. I only post this to maybe prevent another family with children to not be taken advance of. Especially around the holidays like we were.
Alden Brigham
Dec 01, 2021
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UPDATE - After communicating with the company, they reduced their fee which I appreciate. I have used Robertson Electric since 2006 and they've always done good work; this is the first issue I’ve ever had.
The tech was responsive and communicative and told me the pricing as he went along, and I’m sure did good work, but long and short of it is I paid $453 to install a thermostat. (And didn't know the thermostat replacement would be $250 til he’d already been there) Part of the high fee was because I called ~5:30 and they close at 5. Since it was going to be a cold night and one of the tenant’s
The tech was responsive and communicative and told me the pricing as he went along, and I’m sure did good work, but long and short of it is I paid $453 to install a thermostat. (And didn't know the thermostat replacement would be $250 til he’d already been there) Part of the high fee was because I called ~5:30 and they close at 5. Since it was going to be a cold night and one of the tenant’s
Deborah Prum
Nov 28, 2021
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The plumber arrived within the window of time they told me. He installed a kitchen faucet that we had already purchased. He was pleasant and did a good job. He was at the house exactly an hour. We were stunned by the charge: $250.00. I canceled another appointment we had with Robertson to do electrical work.Update: the company refunded $100.00 of the bill.
Holly Thurston
Oct 02, 2021
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Kevin was the tech that repaired my ac. He is professional, knowledgeable and a really nice person.
Robertson Electric seems to be a great company from all the reviews I read beforehand. They were responsive to my ac emergency, professional and friendly on the phone. I highly recommend this company and Kevin too!!
Robertson Electric seems to be a great company from all the reviews I read beforehand. They were responsive to my ac emergency, professional and friendly on the phone. I highly recommend this company and Kevin too!!
Sandie Gaylinn
Sep 23, 2021
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I have edited my review from 2 stars. I was contacted by Robertson Electric within 24 hours of having left my review. They gave prompt response and resolution. Their representative was dispatched in less than 2 hours of our phone conversation. Within about 1 1/2 hours my drain was running freely and I received instruction on proper maintenance for my garbage disposal to prevent another clogged drain as long as possible. This interaction was far superior to my previous one and I am pleased that they made every effort to rectify the issue. A big Thank you!
The reason for my call to this company
The reason for my call to this company
Mia Taylor
Sep 18, 2021
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The tech arrived on time, and did a very thorough and professional check-up on two separate heat pump units. He was more than willing to share with me tips that are so helpful to a homeowner. I feel like I learned a lot about my systems and heat pumps in general. I was so happy, I will request the same technician to perform the regular service on my other systems in another house. The person in the office was very polite, helpful and pleasant to deal with, and made my credit card transaction seamless and without a hitch. I am glad that there is a business in my area that can provide such wonderful
