Jim Plummer moved to the Black Hills in 1975 from the Iowa family farm where he worked tuning and repairing pianos for Plummer Piano in Rapid City. In 1977 Jim stepped foot into the electrical contracting industry when he became an apprentice for Mark Whiting at Whiting Electric, who was in business for 40 years in the Rapid City area.

After four years of on-the-job training with Whiting Electric, Jim spent two years working on commercial jobs for Gadsden Electric in Spearfish, SD. Contractor's License in 1982 and Master Electrician certification in 1983. It was in 1983 when Jim founded American Electric as a solo entrepreneur with the values of hard work and excellence in customer service and workmanship.

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If you are experiencing a power outage please check with your local power company who provides your service before calling an electrician to see if there are any local power outages.

Commercial

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American Electric has a solid track record of completing projects of the highest quality, up to code and safety standards, on time and within budget. Building strong client and personal relationships is at the heart of the way American Electric does business. All jobs and work is backed by a 5-Year Guarantee.

Residential

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Our team of certified, residential electricians have the expertise to help make your visions reality. We take the time to evaluate your blueprints and current residential electrical wiring situation, and make our expert design recommendations and electrical consultations.

Todd Bob

Jan 13, 2022

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I have used this company for five years. Responsive, quality work that is affordable: I wish you also did plumbing! Perfect. Services:Outdoor lighting installation, Installation, Light fixture installation

Loyal Plumbing

Jan 28, 2020

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We have used American Electric a few times now. They answer the call every time. They show up when they say they will and do quality work at a fair price.

Chad Grahek

Dec 28, 2019

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Over the last few years i'v had the pleasure of working with American Electric on many projects. They are a great group of guys and do a wonderful job.

Chester Winborne

Nov 05, 2019

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When all the other guys said it would be at least 2 weeks before they could send someone out. American told me that they would figure out a way to get someone to me today, 45 minutes later they had an electrician on site taking care of the problem.

Rushmore Dental

Oct 27, 2018

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Dana came in and got the electrical work done when we needed it on time and on budget. He's our electrician for our business from now on. thanks, Dana

OsteoStrong Rapid City

Aug 17, 2018

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Dana, thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. You are truly an expert in your field. Herb & Shelley

Sam Chandler

Aug 02, 2017

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Jim and Zach are awesome. Have helped me many times with issues large and small. I've recommended them countless times to my customers.

Tony Hensley

Apr 05, 2016

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Quick, Responsive, Knowledgeable and Fair. Can't ask much else out of an electrician.