Nelson Electric Co
electrical
Serving Cedar Rapids, IA
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Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–4 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Listed features
- Service options
- Onsite services
Photos on Google: 14
Recent Google reviews (excerpts)
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1 out of 5 stars · Jun 2026
This company’s truck nearly killed me on I-80 today. Not a fan.
1 out of 5 stars · Oct 2020
This location is not Nelson electric
5 out of 5 stars · Aug 2020
Answered phone, put my name on list for electrical problem on house. Needed repairs prior to being able to connect to Alliant
The owner replied to 0 of the 8 most recent reviews Google showed.
From Google Business Profile, last checked October 3, 2026.
About this business
Nelson Electric Co. is a trusted name in commercial and industrial electrical services specializing in electrical construction, commercial wiring design and installation, building automation systems, and more.
Services
- Electrical Design-Build
- Commercial Wiring
- Low Voltage Electrical
- Telecommunications & Fiber Optics
- CCTV Systems
- Access Control Systems
- Life Safety & Security Systems
- Health Care Communications
- Power Distribution
- Motors, Starters & Equipment Installation
- Facility Upgrades & Expansions
- Arc Flash & Safety Studies
Service area: Eastern Iowa, Iowa City–Cedar Rapids Corridor, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Coralville, Marion, Hiawatha, Anamosa, Vinton
- In business since
- 1969
- Licensing
- Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD), NICET Level II Fire Safety Professional, LEED Accredited Professional
Awards and memberships: National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), United Way Day of Caring, Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids
Elsewhere online: YouTube
Source: the business's own website and its Google Business Profile description, read automatically on October 19, 2026. Not verified by EdgeLocal.
About electricians in Cedar Rapids
Electricians install, upgrade and repair wiring, panels, lighting and electrical safety devices. Electricians upgrade service panels, add circuits for kitchens and EV chargers, replace outdated knob-and-tube or aluminum wiring, install lighting, ceiling fans and generators, and correct code violations found in home inspections.
Typical cost: $200–$2,800 for most service calls to panel upgrades. See the full cost guide
Typical U.S. ranges from industry sources (2024–25); not EdgeLocal data. Your quote will vary with scope, materials and location.
Questions to ask this contractor
- Verify the electrical license: Ask for a state or local license and check it with the licensing board.
- Confirm the permit plan: Ask who pulls the permit and schedules the inspection.
- Get a line-item quote: Each circuit, device and fixture should be listed separately.