LaMorte Electric

LaMorte Electric serves Ithaca and the surrounding Finger Lakes region with a 4.0-star average across four customer reviews. The contractor specializes in air source heat pump installations and electrification services, offering Mitsubishi products alongside heat pump water heaters and electric service upgrades. Working from Ithaca, the team handles both residential new installations and retrofits for homes converting from traditional heating systems.

This contractor distinguishes itself through Mitsubishi variable-speed heat pump systems and participation in New York State incentive programs including NYS Rebates, federal Tax Credits, Green Jobs Green NY, and Synchrony financing options. Their website showcases detailed heat pump education content and accessory options, suggesting a focus on helping homeowners understand electrification before committing to installations. The company maintains separate contact channels for general inquiries and emergency-only situations.

Reviewers highlight specific scenarios where LaMorte Electric succeeded where others failed. Laura Batten described how two other contractors turned away her difficult heat pump installation in an old radiator-heated home, but LaMorte accepted the challenge and completed the work successfully. Amanda Auerrell called the team professional and skilled, while Anthony Guarneri noted they have been in the industry a long time. One reviewer detailed a disagreement over project scope that resulted in an extra unit purchase, illustrating the importance of clear communication during the design phase.