Calling an electrician doesn't have to be stressful, and with Katy Electrical Company, it won't be. Whether you're a homeowner dealing with a tripping breaker, a landlord keeping a rental property up to code, a property manager handling a commercial space, or a business owner who needs reliable power, we handle the full range of electrical repair and installation work. Straight scheduling. Upfront pricing. Code-compliant wiring.
Troubleshooting a dead outlet, upgrading a main service panel, running new wiring in an addition, and adding a dedicated circuit for a major appliance are all jobs we handle. Call for a quote and we'll walk you through what the job involves before anything gets scheduled.
Staying ahead of electrical problems keeps your home safe. Flickering lights, dead outlets, tripping breakers, burning smells near an outlet or panel, sparking receptacles, and partial power loss are all signs that something in your wiring or overcurrent protection needs attention. These aren't problems to watch and wait on.
When you call, we start with a diagnosis. We trace the fault, explain what we found, and tell you what the fix involves before any work begins. That means checking arc-fault and ground-fault breakers, testing GFCI and AFCI protection throughout the affected circuits, and narrowing down whether the problem is a single device, a circuit, or something deeper in the panel. We treat your home and its wiring the way we would our own, and the fault gets explained before the work starts. Call now and we'll get the power back where it belongs.
Your home deserves wiring that's safe and up to code, and that starts at the panel. Older panels wear out, fill up, and sometimes can't carry the load a modern home demands. If your breakers trip frequently, your panel runs hot, or you're adding circuits for new appliances or an EV charger, a panel upgrade is often the right call.
We handle full panel replacements, main panel upgrades, service entrance and meter upgrades, and subpanel installation for detached garages, workshops, or additions. Before any upgrade, we work through a load calculation to make sure the new panel is sized correctly for what your home actually draws. The wiring done properly, start to finish, is what keeps a panel upgrade from becoming a problem down the road.
Electrical work like this comes up more than people expect, and most of it gets resolved in a single visit. Outlet installation and replacement, GFCI outlet installation in kitchens, bathrooms, and garages, AFCI outlet installation in bedrooms and living areas, dimmer switch installation, and standard switch replacement are all straightforward jobs that make a real difference in how your home functions and how safe it is.
We also install dedicated appliance circuits for dryers, ranges, and large kitchen appliances, including 240V and 220V outlets where the load requires it. Outdoor weatherproof outlets, garage circuits, and grounding and bonding work for older homes round out this category. If an outlet feels warm, a switch sparks, or a circuit can't handle the load you're putting on it, that's a call worth making. We'll make your wiring safe again.
Scheduling a service call is simple, and lighting work is one of the most common reasons people reach out. We install recessed lighting and can lights, replace outdated fixtures with LED lighting, add under-cabinet lighting in kitchens, and handle ceiling fan installation and replacement throughout the home. If a fan is wired without a dedicated switch or needs a new circuit run, we take care of that too.
Outside, we install security lighting, motion sensor lights, and exterior fixtures for porches, driveways, and landscaping. We also handle hard-wired smoke detector installation and carbon monoxide detector wiring, which are worth adding any time you're already having electrical work done. We offer prompt response, even for last-minute electrical calls, so a burned-out fixture or a security light that stopped working doesn't have to wait.
Staying ahead of electrical problems keeps your home and your investment protected. Level 2 EV charger installation is one of the most common new requests we see, and it's a job that requires a dedicated circuit sized for the charger's draw. We run the circuit, install the outlet or hardwired connection, and confirm the panel has the capacity to handle it before we start.
Whole-home surge protection is worth pairing with any panel work. A surge protector installed at the panel catches voltage spikes before they reach your appliances, electronics, and wiring. In the Houston area, where grid events and storm-related surges are a regular occurrence, panel-level surge protection is a practical investment rather than an optional add-on. Local coverage. Safe wiring. Costs explained before we start.
Harris County sits in the middle of Gulf Coast storm country, and the electrical needs here reflect that. Hurricane season runs June through November, lightning is frequent, and the summer heat puts a sustained load on air-conditioning circuits year after year. Backyard pools are common across the Katy area, and power outages during storm season are a real concern for homeowners and businesses alike. The three services below come up constantly in this part of Texas, and we handle all of them.
When a storm knocks out grid power, a standby generator keeps the lights on, the refrigerator running, and the AC circuit live. We handle generator hookup, transfer switch installation, and the full wiring connection between the generator and your home's panel. The transfer switch is the critical piece: it isolates your home from the grid when the generator is running and switches back automatically when utility power returns. For homes and businesses in Harris County, backup generator wiring is one of the most practical electrical upgrades available.
The Gulf Coast sees more lightning strikes per square mile than most of the country, and every strike in the area is a potential voltage spike on the lines feeding your home. Whole-house surge protection installed at the panel absorbs those spikes before they reach your appliances, your electronics, and the sensitive circuitry inside modern HVAC equipment. We also check grounding and bonding as part of any surge protection installation, since a properly grounded system is what allows surge protection to do its job.
Residential pools are common across the Katy and greater Houston metro area, and pool electrical work has strict code requirements for good reason. We wire pool equipment circuits, handle hot tub and spa electrical hookups, and make sure GFCI and AFCI protection is in place wherever the code requires it near water. Grounding and bonding for pool equipment is not optional: it's the layer of protection that prevents voltage from reaching the water. If you're adding a pool, upgrading equipment, or due for an electrical safety inspection on an existing installation, call for a quote.
Your home deserves wiring that's safe and up to code, whether it was built last year or several decades ago. Older homes in the Katy area sometimes still have aluminum wiring or outdated circuits that weren't designed for modern electrical loads. We handle whole-home rewiring, aluminum-wiring remediation, and knob-and-tube replacement where it's still present.
For additions, finished garages, and attic conversions, we run new circuits from the panel, install the outlets and switches the space needs, and make sure everything ties in correctly. We show up ready to wire, with the job scoped on the call so the visit covers what it's supposed to cover.
Electrical work like this comes up more than people expect for property managers and business owners. Commercial electrical repair, panel upgrades for office and retail spaces, commercial lighting installation, and circuit work for tenant improvements are all part of what we do. If a breaker keeps tripping in a commercial space or a tenant reports a dead circuit, we diagnose the fault and fix it.
Rental property electrical repair, multi-unit circuit work, and pre-lease electrical safety inspections are all jobs we handle. An inspection gives you a clear picture of the panel condition, the outlet and switch function, and whether GFCI and AFCI protection meets current code in the units you're responsible for. We'll get your lights back on fast.
A home electrical inspection is useful in more situations than most people realize. Buyers and sellers use them to understand the condition of a panel and wiring before a transaction closes. Landlords use them to confirm rental units meet code before a new tenant moves in. Homeowners with older panels, aluminum wiring, or a history of tripping breakers use them to find out what's actually going on before a small problem becomes a larger one.
We check grounding and bonding, test GFCI and AFCI protection throughout the home, review the panel for capacity and condition, and note anything that warrants attention. The findings are explained clearly so you know what you're working with. You know who to call if you ever need us again.
Calling an electrician doesn't have to be stressful, and the pricing conversation shouldn't add to it. When you call, you get the rate on the phone. The price is confirmed before we schedule, and it covers what the job actually involves. If the scope changes once we're on-site, we explain why before the work continues.
We don't ask you to commit before you know what you're paying. Ask what the job covers and you'll get a straight answer. Right diagnosis. Right wiring. Clear explanation.
We work across Katy and the surrounding communities on the west side of the Houston metro, covering jobs in Harris County and into Fort Bend County. If you're nearby, we can get to you.
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Call for a quote wherever you're located in this part of the Houston area.
A whole-home surge protector installs at the main panel and absorbs voltage spikes before they reach your appliances, electronics, and wiring. The Gulf Coast sees frequent lightning and grid events that send surges through utility lines, making panel-level surge protection a practical investment in this part of Texas. It is a single device that protects everything connected to the panel at once, and it can be added during panel work or as a standalone installation.
Generator hookup involves installing a transfer switch that isolates your home from the utility grid when the generator is running, then wiring the connection between the generator and your panel. A manual transfer switch works for portable generators, while an automatic transfer switch starts the standby generator on its own when grid power drops. We handle the full electrical side of the installation, from the transfer switch to the circuit connections.
Pool and spa wiring requires dedicated circuits for the pump and any additional equipment, GFCI protection at the appropriate points, and bonding of all metal components in and around the water. The bonding work is not optional: it is what prevents voltage from reaching the water in the event of a fault. We handle the conduit run, the disconnect, the load calculation, and the bonding as part of any pool or spa electrical installation.
Knob-and-tube wiring lacks a ground wire and was not designed to carry modern electrical loads, making it a safety concern in homes that still rely on it. Aluminum branch-circuit wiring expands and contracts with heat in ways that loosen connections at outlets and panels over time, which can lead to overheating. Both situations call for an assessment before they become a more serious problem, and we can inspect either type of wiring and explain the options.
A breaker trips when a circuit is drawing more current than it is rated for, which can happen from a single high-draw appliance or from too many devices running on the same circuit. A breaker that trips repeatedly on the same circuit, or one that trips even under a normal load, may be failing or may be signaling a wiring fault deeper in the circuit. If resetting the breaker does not hold, that is a call worth making before the situation escalates.
The process starts on the phone, where we go through the symptoms or the project details to narrow down what the job involves. On-site, we test the affected circuit, check the panel, and trace the fault or confirm the installation requirements before any work begins. The scope is confirmed and priced before we proceed, so you know exactly what is covered.
When there is no existing wiring at the fan location, we run a new circuit from the panel to the ceiling, install a fan-rated electrical box, and wire the switch leg. A fan-rated box is required because a standard ceiling box is not designed to support the weight and movement of a ceiling fan. We quote the circuit run and the installation together so you have a complete price before the work starts.
Yes. GFCI outlets provide shock protection even without a ground wire, and they are an accepted method for upgrading ungrounded circuits in older homes. The outlet itself must be labeled to indicate it is not grounded, but it still provides the protection GFCI is designed to deliver. We can assess the existing wiring and install GFCI protection where it is needed.
A buzzing or crackling sound from a switch or outlet, a cover plate that feels warm, a receptacle that sparks when you plug something in, and flickering lights on a specific circuit are all signs of a loose or failing connection. These are not cosmetic issues. A loose connection generates heat, and heat at a connection point is a fire risk. Call and describe what you are seeing so we can assess how quickly it needs attention.
Flickering in a single fixture usually points to a loose connection at the fixture or a failing bulb. Flickering across multiple rooms or throughout the whole house more often points to a loose connection at the main panel, a failing service connection at the meter, or an overloaded circuit. Whole-house flickering is a service call, not a fixture swap, and it should be diagnosed before it causes damage to appliances or wiring.
An older panel that is undersized, worn out, or filled to capacity limits what circuits you can add and increases the risk of nuisance tripping or, in worse cases, overheating. Fuse boxes present a different problem: fuses can be replaced with the wrong amperage, which removes the overcurrent protection the circuit depends on. A panel assessment tells you whether the existing equipment can safely carry the load your home places on it.
A targeted repair is appropriate when the fault is isolated, the wiring around it is in good condition, and the fix addresses the actual cause rather than the symptom. When the surrounding wiring is deteriorated, the circuit is undersized for its load, or the same fault keeps coming back, a more complete fix is the right approach. We explain which situation you are in before any work begins so you can make an informed decision.
We check the condition of the breakers, confirm they are seating and resetting correctly, look for signs of heat or corrosion at the bus bars and connections, and assess whether the panel has the capacity to carry the current load. For service entrance work, we look at the condition of the meter outlet and the service conductors. Any concerns are explained before we recommend next steps.
Scheduling a service call is simple. Katy Electrical Company handles everything from a single outlet repair to a full panel upgrade or generator installation, seven days a week from 8:30 AM to 10:30 PM.
Call (346) 514-5328 for a quote and we'll confirm the price and scope before anything gets scheduled.
Local coverage. Safe wiring. Costs explained before we start. We'll make your wiring safe again.
Below is a plain look at the electrical work we handle in Katy and the surrounding area. Each row covers what the service includes, who it fits best, and one practical note worth knowing before you call. If you have questions about a specific job, call for a quote and we will walk through the scope and price before anything gets scheduled.
| Service | What the Job Involves | Best For | Things to Know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting | Fault diagnosis and circuit testing, GFCI and AFCI protection checks, Dead outlets and partial power loss, Burning smell and sparking receptacle assessment | Homeowners and tenants dealing with a wiring symptom that needs a diagnosis before anything else | A proper diagnosis before any repair prevents replacing parts that were not the cause. We trace the fault first and explain what we found. |
| Lighting Installation | Recessed and can light installation, LED fixture replacement, Security and motion sensor lighting, Under-cabinet and exterior lighting | Homeowners updating fixtures, adding outdoor lighting, or improving lighting in a specific room | Outdoor lighting near the Gulf Coast benefits from fixtures rated for humidity and heat exposure. We confirm fixture ratings before installation. |
| Electrical Safety Inspections | Panel condition and capacity review, GFCI and AFCI protection testing, Grounding and bonding check, Written findings after the visit | Buyers, sellers, landlords, and homeowners with older wiring or a history of tripping breakers | An inspection gives you a clear picture of what the panel and wiring can handle before a problem surfaces. Findings are explained so you know what warrants attention and what does not. |
| Pool & Spa Wiring | Pool equipment circuit installation, Hot tub and spa electrical hookup, GFCI protection at water locations, Grounding and bonding of pool components | Homeowners adding a pool or spa, upgrading pool equipment, or due for a safety inspection on an existing installation | Bonding all metal components in and around the water is not optional. It is the layer of protection that prevents voltage from reaching the water in the event of a fault, and it is required by code. |
| Electrical Panel & Service UpgradesMost Popular | Full panel replacement, Service entrance and meter upgrades, Subpanel installation, Load calculation and capacity planning | Homes adding circuits, installing an EV charger, or running a panel that trips frequently or runs warm | A load calculation before the upgrade confirms the new panel is sized for what your home actually draws, not just what it drew when it was built. |
| Breaker & Fuse Repair | Breaker testing and replacement, Fuse box assessment, Overcurrent protection checks, Nuisance trip diagnosis | Homes where a breaker trips repeatedly or a fuse box is showing its age | A breaker that trips under normal load may be failing rather than protecting. Fuse boxes are also worth assessing if fuses have ever been swapped for a higher-amp version. |
| Ceiling Fan Installation | Fan-rated box installation, New circuit and switch leg run, Fan and light kit wiring, Replacement of existing fans | Homeowners adding a ceiling fan where no existing wiring or box is present | A standard ceiling box is not rated for fan weight and movement. Fan-rated boxes are required by code and are part of every installation we do. |
| Whole-Home Generator Installation | Transfer switch installation, Generator-to-panel wiring, Manual and automatic transfer switch options, Dedicated generator circuit | Homeowners and businesses in Harris County who need reliable backup power during hurricane season outages | The transfer switch isolates your home from the grid while the generator runs. An automatic transfer switch starts the generator on its own when utility power drops, without any manual step. |
| Outlet & Switch Installation | GFCI and AFCI outlet installation, Dimmer and standard switch replacement, Outdoor weatherproof outlets, 240V dedicated outlet installation | Homeowners adding outlets, upgrading older receptacles, or replacing a switch that sparks or runs warm | GFCI outlets provide shock protection even in older homes without a ground wire. Kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor areas all have code requirements for GFCI placement. |
| Dedicated Appliance Circuits | Dryer and range circuit installation, Large kitchen appliance circuits, Workshop and garage circuits, Load calculation before installation | Homeowners adding a major appliance, a workshop, or any equipment that needs its own circuit | A dedicated circuit prevents an appliance from tripping a shared breaker. We confirm panel capacity before running any new circuit. |
| Wiring & Circuit Installation | New circuit runs from the panel, Whole-home rewiring, Aluminum wiring remediation, Addition and finished-space wiring | Older homes with outdated wiring, homeowners finishing an addition or garage, or any space that needs circuits from scratch | Aluminum branch-circuit wiring is present in some Katy-area homes built in the 1960s and 1970s. Loose connections at outlets and panels are the main risk, and remediation addresses them at each device. |
| Surge & Lightning Protection | Panel-level surge protector installation, Grounding and bonding verification, Protection for appliances and electronics, Post-storm assessment | Katy-area homeowners concerned about lightning strikes, grid surges, and storm-related voltage spikes | The Gulf Coast sees more lightning strikes per square mile than most of the country. A panel-level surge protector absorbs spikes before they reach your wiring and equipment, and it works only as well as the grounding system behind it. |
What are the signs that a home's electrical panel needs to be upgraded?
A panel that trips breakers frequently under normal loads, runs warm to the touch, makes buzzing or crackling sounds, or has no room to add circuits is telling you it is at or past its limit. Older panels with fuse boxes or equipment that is no longer manufactured are worth assessing even if they have not caused a problem yet. We review the panel condition, the current load, and the available capacity before recommending any upgrade.
How do I know if my home's wiring is safe to live with?
Wiring that was installed decades ago may not be unsafe on its own, but it was not designed for the loads a modern home places on it. Signs worth paying attention to include outlets that feel warm, breakers that trip on the same circuit repeatedly, two-prong outlets throughout the home, and any wiring that has never been inspected. An electrical safety inspection gives you a clear picture of what the wiring can handle and what warrants attention.
What circuit does an EV charger require, and does my panel need to be upgraded first?
A Level 2 EV charger requires a dedicated 240V circuit sized for the charger's draw, typically 40 to 50 amps. Whether your panel can support it depends on how much capacity is already spoken for. We run a load calculation before any charger installation to confirm the panel can carry the added load. If it cannot, a panel upgrade is the first step.
Faults Traced Before Anything Is Replaced
We diagnose the actual cause before recommending a repair. If the fault is in the wiring, the breaker, or a device, we find it first and explain it before any work begins.
How long does a panel upgrade typically take?
Most panel replacements are completed in a single day. The power to the home will be off for a portion of that time while the old panel is removed and the new one is connected. The exact duration depends on the size of the panel, the condition of the existing wiring, and whether the service entrance needs work at the same time. We confirm the expected timeline when we scope the job on the call.
What is the difference between a manual and an automatic transfer switch for a generator?
A manual transfer switch requires you to physically switch your home over to generator power after the generator is running. An automatic transfer switch monitors the utility feed and starts the standby generator on its own when grid power drops, then switches back when utility power returns. For homeowners who travel or want protection during overnight outages, an automatic transfer switch is the more practical option.
Why would an outlet stop working even when the breaker has not tripped?
A GFCI outlet that has tripped is the most common reason. GFCI outlets have a reset button, and if one trips on a shared circuit, it can cut power to every outlet downstream of it, not just the one that tripped. Other causes include a loose connection at the outlet itself or a failing device. We test the circuit, check for upstream GFCI faults, and trace the connection before replacing anything.
Permits and Inspection Handled Where Required
Panel upgrades, generator hookups, and new circuit work typically require a permit in this area. We confirm what applies to your job and handle the process so the work is inspected and on record.
What does grounding and bonding mean, and why does it matter for pool wiring?
Grounding connects electrical equipment to the earth so that fault current has a safe path away from people. Bonding connects all metal components near the water to each other so they share the same electrical potential. Without bonding, a fault in pool equipment can put voltage into the water. Both are required by code for pool and spa installations, and we verify both as part of every pool wiring job.
When does adding a large appliance require a permit, and who handles that?
Permit requirements depend on the type of work and where it is located. New circuit installations, panel work, and generator hookups typically require a permit and inspection in Harris County and the surrounding area. We confirm what is required when we scope the job and handle the permit process so the work is inspected and documented correctly.
Older and Newer Wiring Both Handled
Whether the home has aluminum branch-circuit wiring from the 1970s or modern circuits that need expansion, we work with what is there and explain the options clearly before starting.
Is it safe to use a power strip or extension cord as a long-term solution for not having enough outlets?
Power strips and extension cords are not substitutes for permanent wiring. They are not rated for continuous high-draw use, and running them under rugs or through walls creates a fire risk. If you find yourself relying on them regularly, the right fix is adding outlets or a circuit where the load actually lives. That is a straightforward job and a permanent one.
What should I know before calling about a wiring problem in an older Katy-area home?
Older homes in the Katy area may have aluminum branch-circuit wiring, two-prong ungrounded outlets, or panels that were sized for the loads of an earlier era and are now undersized for a modern household. It helps to note which circuits are affected, whether the problem is recent or has been developing, and whether any previous electrical work was done. That information helps us scope the job accurately on the call.
How does surge protection at the panel differ from a plug-in surge protector?
A plug-in surge protector covers the devices connected to it and nothing else. A panel-level surge protector absorbs voltage spikes before they reach any circuit in the home, protecting appliances, electronics, and the wiring itself all at once. In an area with frequent lightning and grid events, panel-level protection covers what plug-in strips cannot reach, including hardwired appliances and HVAC equipment circuits.
Call (346) 514-5328 to talk through your electrical situation and get a price before anything is scheduled. This area's panels, permits, and utility rules are familiar ground, and we will give you a straight answer on what the job involves.
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