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Hiring electricians in Sarasota: Costs and Checks
The four electricians we compare in Sarasota average 4.9 out of 5 from 10,593 public reviews. Get at least two written quotes for the same scope, and check what each leaves out.
What pushes the price up
Two quotes for the same job can be far apart. Usually that is because one includes things the other leaves out, not because one company is much cheaper.
Ask every company to price the same written list, so you compare like with like.
A good quote lists all of these
- Exact scope, materials and brand names
- Permit fees and who pulls the permit
- Electrical work, clean-up and repairs around the job
- Warranty terms, in writing
- Payment stages tied to finished work
The four we compare, on paper
From our Sarasota electricians comparison. Each one is best for something different.
| Business | Rating | Reviews | Years | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fix 'n Fly DronesUniversity Park | 5.0 | 817 | – | Not published | Our quick choice |
| Wentzel's Heating & Air ConditioningSarasota | 4.9 | 2,215 | – | Not published | Strong all-rounder |
| Aqua Plumbing & Air Downtown SarasotaSarasota | 4.9 | 2,013 | – | Not published | Strong all-rounder |
| Arctic Air Home ServicesSarasota | 4.9 | 5,548 | – | Not published | Most reviewed |
Ratings and reviews from public review sites, checked October 31, 2026.Spot a mistake?
Local facts: Sarasota
Public and government data that adds context to the quotes you’ll get.
- $463,000Median home value: Median value of owner-occupied homes (ACS table B25077).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- 69.8%Homes built before 1990: 22,551 of 32,324 housing units were built in 1989 or earlier (ACS table B25034, year structure built).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- 25,751Households in Sarasota: Occupied housing units (one household per occupied home), ACS table B25003.Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- June 1 to November 30Atlantic hurricane season: An average season (1991–2020) has 14 named storms, 7 hurricanes and 3 major hurricanes.Public recordNOAA National Hurricane Center, Tropical Cyclone Climatology · 1991–2020 climate period
- 1976Median year homes were built: Half of all housing units were built before this year (ACS table B25035).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- 57.5%Owner-occupied homes: 14,799 of 25,751 occupied homes are lived in by their owners (ACS table B25003).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
Figures from public sources, checked October 31, 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Get two or three quotes for the same written scope
- Book outside the busiest season if the job can wait
- Ask about free estimates before anyone visits
- Paying a big deposit before work starts
Where these numbers come from
Ratings and review counts come from public review sites; local facts from the public sources cited above. No business paid to be mentioned.
Found something that looks off? Tell us. Read how we pick the four.
FAQ: costs in Sarasota
How is the top 4 ranking of electricians in Sarasota calculated?
Each business gets a score from its rating, review volume, recent reviews, years in business, profile completeness and record checks. The highest scores make the list. We compared 14 electricians for Sarasota. Paid placements never change the order.
Which of these electricians in Sarasota has the best reviews?
Fix 'n Fly Drones has a 5.0 rating from 817 public reviews, the highest on this page.
Which of these electricians has the most reviews?
Arctic Air Home Services, with 5548 public reviews. A long review history shows how a business handles many jobs.
Are these electricians licensed?
4 of the 4 businesses here had their state license checked against public records. Each profile shows the source and the date of the check.
How many quotes should I get for electricians in Sarasota?
Get at least three. Use the quote form on this page: only the businesses you tick receive your request.
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Compare Sarasota’s top electricians side by side, then ask only the ones you pick for a quote.