Electrical Repair in Tucson
Troubleshooting and repair for tripping breakers, flickering lights, dead outlets and storm damage.
Electrical Troubleshooting and Repair
Breakers that will not stay on, lights that flicker, outlets that went dead or feel warm. Aaron tracks down the real cause and fixes it right, then explains what he found in plain language.
Electrical repair and troubleshooting
When something electrical stops working or starts acting strange, you want someone who can find the cause, not just swap parts until it goes away. Aaron troubleshoots methodically and explains what he found in plain language.
Problems we fix
- Breakers that keep tripping or will not reset
- Flickering or dimming lights, especially when the AC kicks on
- Dead outlets, switches or whole rooms without power
- Warm, buzzing or discolored outlets and switches
- Small shocks from switches, fixtures or appliances
- Burning smells or scorch marks at outlets or the panel
- Storm and surge damage after monsoon lightning
When it is urgent
A burning smell, smoke, sparking, or an outlet or panel that is hot to the touch can be a fire risk. Turn off the affected breaker if you can do it safely, and call. If you ever smell burning or see smoke and cannot shut the power off, call 911 first.
Honest answers
Sometimes the fix is a loose connection or a worn-out device. Sometimes it points to a bigger issue like an overloaded panel or failing wiring. Either way, you get a clear explanation and options, with no unnecessary work.
Other services
Residential
Expertly handling all your home wiring and electrical repair needs, from new wiring and remodels to panel upgrades and solar.
Wire up your home
Panel Upgrades
Panel and service upgrades, including 100 to 200 amp upgrades and Federal Pacific or Zinsco replacements.
Upgrade your panel
Commercial
Customized electrical systems designed to boost efficiency and safety for your business. Big or small, we enjoy it all.
Power your business
Solar
Solar array design, installation and repair, including systems another contractor left unfinished.
Plan your solar
Off-Grid Systems
Off-grid solar, wells, pumps and battery backup.
Go off-grid
EV Chargers
Home and business EV charger installs, including the service upgrades they need.
Get a home charger
Mini-Splits
Mini-split install and repair for single heads, cassettes and multi-zone systems.
Cool a room
Lighting & Fans
Recessed lighting, fixtures, ceiling fans, dimmers and outdoor lighting for homes and businesses.
Light up a roomWhy does my breaker keep tripping?
A breaker trips to protect the wiring. The usual causes are an overloaded circuit (too many devices), a short circuit, or a ground fault (often from moisture or a damaged cord). Unplug everything on that circuit and reset the breaker. If it trips again right away with nothing plugged in, or it trips repeatedly, there is a wiring or breaker problem and you should call an electrician. Never swap in a larger breaker to stop the tripping, since that can let the wire overheat.
Why do my lights flicker or dim when the AC or a big appliance kicks on?
Motors draw a large surge of current when they start, which can briefly dim lights, especially on a shared circuit. A quick, slight dim is often normal. Frequent or heavy flickering can point to loose connections, an overloaded circuit, an undersized service, or a utility-side issue, so it is worth having an electrician check it.
Is it safe to keep using an outlet that’s warm or discolored?
No. Warmth, browning, or scorch marks mean heat is building at the connection, usually from a loose wire, a worn outlet, or an overloaded circuit. Stop using it, unplug what is in it, turn off the breaker, and call an electrician. If you smell burning or see smoke or sparks, shut off power and call 911 if there is any sign of fire.
Why is an outlet or a whole room not working?
Start with two checks: press RESET on any GFCI outlet nearby (in bathrooms, kitchens, garages, or outdoors, since one can control others), and look in the panel for a tripped breaker. If both are fine, the cause is often a loose or failed connection in a wall box or outlet. That needs an electrician to trace safely.
Why do I get a small shock from a switch or appliance?
A tingle usually means electricity is finding an unintended path, such as an ungrounded or miswired outlet, a faulty appliance, or moisture. Stop using the item and have it checked. Even small shocks can signal a fault that could cause a more serious shock or a fire.
How do I know if I’m overloading a circuit?
Warning signs include repeated tripping, dimming lights, warm plugs or cords, buzzing, and heavy reliance on extension cords or power strips. As a rule, continuous loads should stay under about 80% of the breaker rating. For example, a 15-amp circuit is best kept to roughly 12 amps (about 1,400 watts) of steady use.