Electrical Service FAQs

Call immediately if you notice burning smells, sparking, smoke, repeated breaker trips, partial power loss, hot outlets, buzzing equipment, or any condition that feels unsafe. If there is active fire or immediate danger, call emergency services first.

A breaker can trip from an overloaded circuit, a short circuit, ground fault, failing device, damaged wiring, or equipment problem. Do not keep resetting it without finding the cause, especially if it trips repeatedly or feels warm.

Yes. Lighthouse repairs and replaces outlets, switches, dimmers, fixtures, GFCI devices, faulty connections, and related wiring when the accessible conditions support a safe repair.

Common reasons include insufficient capacity, obsolete equipment, corrosion, overheating, nuisance tripping, a renovation, new electric appliances, EV charging, or an inspector, insurer, or utility requiring corrections.

Not always. Older wiring should be assessed for condition, grounding, protection, modifications, and the load it supports. Some homes need targeted corrections while others benefit from phased or whole-home rewiring.

Many panel, service, rewiring, EV charger, and larger installation projects require permits or inspections. Smaller repairs may not. We explain permit expectations when the scope is reviewed.

For simple, well-defined work, photos and details may help narrow the scope. Many electrical issues require onsite diagnosis because hidden conditions, access, and code requirements affect the safest solution.

Yes. EV charger installation starts with charger requirements, parking location, route planning, panel capacity, load calculation, mounting, and whether permitting or panel upgrades are needed.

Lighthouse serves Chicago and surrounding Chicagoland communities. If you are nearby and unsure whether your address is covered, call or submit a request with the property location.

A team member reviews the details, follows up for scheduling or clarifying information, and helps determine whether the next step is a service visit, estimate, or project consultation.