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Published August 30, 2026

Looking for an electrician in Laurel and not sure who to call? Two electricians show up in the Laurel Local Business directory with strong verified ratings: Dahan Electric Inc and R L Thompson Electric. Both are locally based on Lafayette Ave, both rate above 4.9 stars, and both keep weekday-only hours. Here's how they compare.

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What to look for in a Laurel electrician

• Licensing and insurance. Always confirm directly with the business before any work begins, electrical work isn't the place to skip this step.
• Review volume alongside rating. A perfect rating with a handful of reviews is a good sign, but more reviews means a more tested track record.
• Hours that match your timeline. Both Laurel electricians currently listed keep weekday-only hours, so plan ahead if your issue isn't urgent.
• Scope of work. Electricians range from small repairs to full panel upgrades and rewiring, confirm the business handles your specific job before booking.
• Response time for quotes. Ask directly how quickly they can get someone out to look at the job.

Dahan Electric Inc

Dahan Electric Inc is based at 612 Lafayette Ave B in Laurel and holds a perfect 5.0 rating, though with a smaller review base of 8. It keeps weekday hours, 7 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, and is closed weekends.

Best for: residents who want a locally based electrician with a spotless rating.
Live hours: 7 AM to 6 PM, Monday to Friday.
Real ratings: 5.0 stars, 8 reviews.
Bottom line: the top rating in Laurel for this category, though the review count is still building.

R L Thompson Electric

R L Thompson Electric is located at 106 Lafayette Ave, also in Laurel, with a 4.9 rating across 27 reviews, more than 3 times Dahan's review count. It keeps shorter weekday hours, 8 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday, closed weekends.

Best for: residents who want a more established track record to weigh alongside the rating.
Live hours: 8 AM to 4 PM, Monday to Friday.
Real ratings: 4.9 stars, 27 reviews.
Bottom line: the deeper review history makes this a well-tested option in the same neighborhood as Dahan.

How this was evaluated

Ratings, review counts, and hours pulled from live Google Places data, verified August 2026.

Which one should you use

Both electricians are based within a few blocks of each other on Lafayette Ave and both keep weekday-only hours, so the honest answer comes down to review depth versus rating. R L Thompson Electric's 27 reviews give you more data points to judge consistency. Dahan Electric Inc's perfect 5.0 is worth a look too, just with less history behind it. Either way, confirm licensing, insurance, and availability directly before booking.

FAQ

Are there electricians in Laurel, MD open on weekends?
Not currently. Both electricians listed in the Laurel directory, Dahan Electric Inc and R L Thompson Electric, keep weekday-only hours.

How do I know if a Laurel electrician is licensed?
Licensing status isn't listed on every public business profile, so confirm directly with the electrician before booking, especially for larger electrical work.

What's the difference between Dahan Electric and R L Thompson Electric?
Dahan Electric Inc holds a perfect 5.0 rating from 8 reviews. R L Thompson Electric holds a 4.9 rating from 27 reviews, a deeper track record in the same area of Laurel.

How much does an electrician cost in Laurel, MD?
Pricing varies by job and isn't listed publicly by either business, so the best move is to contact them directly for a quote on your specific electrical work.

How do I get my electrical business listed here for free?
Any Laurel business can list for free in a few minutes, no cost to appear in the directory.

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