Electrical Repair in Austin
Licensed Electricians Serving Austin Homeowners Since 1972
When something goes wrong with your home’s electrical system, you need a licensed team you can reach any time of day. Fox Service Company has been handling electrical repair for Austin and Travis County homeowners since 1972, and our electricians are available 24/7, including weekends and after-hours calls. We carry full insurance, so every repair is done by qualified hands.
Electrical issues aren’t a category where guesswork is acceptable. Faulty wiring, overloaded circuits, and failing panels carry real fire and shock risk. Austin homeowners also need to meet City of Austin permit requirements and National Electrical Code (NEC) compliance standards for many repair and upgrade projects. Our team handles those requirements as part of the work.
Ready to schedule a repair or get a free estimate on select services? Call us at (512) 488-1120 or book online. We’re available 24/7 for urgent electrical issues.
Warning Signs It’s Time to Call
Some electrical problems are easy to ignore until they aren’t. These are the signals Austin homeowners most commonly report before a repair visit:
- Flickering or dimming lights when an appliance starts up, pointing to an overloaded or faulted circuit
- Outlets that are warm or hot to the touch, which shouldn’t be used until inspected
- Buzzing or humming from outlets, switches, or the panel, a sign of loose wiring or an overloaded system
- Frequently tripping circuit breakers, indicating a short circuit, overloaded circuit, or a panel that can’t handle current load demands
- Electrical shock when touching an outlet, switch, or appliance
- Burning smell near outlets or the electrical panel, which requires immediate professional assessment
Electrical Repair Services We Provide
Austin’s housing stock runs from historic-district homes with aging wiring to newer builds managing high-demand appliances and EV chargers. Our electrical repair scope covers that full range.
Panels, Circuits & Breakers
We repair electrical panels, fuse boxes, and circuit breakers, including replacements when a unit has reached the end of its service life.
Outlets, Switches & GFCI Wiring
Our team repairs standard outlets, dimmers, and switches and handles GFCI outlet wiring, required by code in kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor areas.
Wiring Repair & Whole-Home Rewiring
Damaged, outdated, or undersized wiring gets repaired or fully replaced. Homes with knob-and-tube or aluminum wiring often need this work to meet current safety standards.
Surge Protection
We install and repair whole-home surge protection systems, helping protect connected devices and appliances from voltage spikes caused by utility fluctuations or lightning.
Lighting, Ceiling Fans & Generators
Indoor and outdoor lighting repair, ceiling fan repair, and generator servicing are all part of our residential electrical work.
EV Charging Stations
We service and repair EV charging equipment for homeowners managing electric vehicles at home.
Call Fox Service Company at (512) 488-1120 to speak with our team or schedule online. We’re available 24/7 for electrical repair in Austin and the surrounding area.
Why Austin Homeowners Choose Fox Service Company
More than 50 years serving the Austin area builds a track record that’s hard to replicate. We back every repair with a 100% satisfaction guarantee reflecting our commitment to the work we do. Free estimates are available on select electrical services, and we offer free second opinions if you’ve already received a diagnosis from another provider.
Because we handle HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services under one roof, homeowners don’t need separate vendors for separate problems. One call reaches a team that can address whatever your home needs. Seniors, first responders, and veterans receive a 10% discount, and financing is available for larger repair and upgrade projects. Members of our Home Comfort Club gain access to priority scheduling and additional benefits.
Get Your Electrical Repair Scheduled Today
Don’t leave an electrical problem sitting. Our team is available around the clock for urgent repair calls and same-day scheduling when your situation allows.
What to Expect During a Fox Electrical Repair Visit
Uncertainty about the process stops a lot of homeowners from calling sooner than they should. Here’s what a repair visit actually looks like. You call or schedule online, we confirm the appointment, and a licensed, insured technician arrives at your home. Before any work begins, the technician diagnoses the fault, identifies the root cause, and presents a written estimate. You know what’s wrong and what it costs to fix it before we touch anything.
The repair is followed by a safety check of the affected circuit or system. Our team communicates throughout the visit in plain language, not industry shorthand. For projects that require a City of Austin permit, we handle those requirements as part of the job. And because our 100% satisfaction guarantee applies to repair work, you have recourse if something isn’t right.
When to Call Immediately vs. When to Schedule
Not every electrical issue is an emergency, but some are. Knowing the difference helps you respond appropriately.
Call Immediately
These situations require an emergency call, not a scheduled appointment:
- Burning smell near the panel or any outlet
- Sparks from an outlet or switch
- Any electrical shock to a person
- A breaker that won’t reset and controls critical systems like heating or refrigeration
Schedule Same-Day or Next-Day
These issues are serious but not immediately dangerous:
- Frequently tripping breakers with no burning smell or shock
- Warm outlets with no visible scorching
- Flickering lights throughout the home
- Outlets or switches that have stopped working
Address Soon, Don’t Ignore
Lower urgency but still worth booking:
- A single dead outlet with no other symptoms
- A ceiling fan that has stopped working
- Outdoor lighting that’s out
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recognizes warm or discolored outlets, burning smells, and frequent circuit breaker trips as warning signs of potential electrical hazards that warrant prompt attention from a licensed electrician. A tingling sensation when touching appliances or switches is also widely recognized as a signal to call a professional. Beyond safety, DIY electrical repair can void homeowner’s insurance coverage and create code compliance problems under City of Austin requirements. Resetting a tripped breaker is about as far as unlicensed work should go.
