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You flip a switch, and the lights come on. You plug something in, and it works. That’s how it should be—every single time.
When your electrical system starts acting up, it’s not just annoying. Flickering lights, warm outlets, breakers that trip constantly—these aren’t quirks you live with. They’re warnings that something’s wrong, and ignoring them puts your home and your family at risk.
You need an electric repair company in Hurst, TX that shows up, figures out what’s actually happening, and fixes it right the first time. Not someone who patches it temporarily or tries to upsell you on work you don’t need. We’ve been doing this for over 25 years because we understand what homeowners in Hurst are dealing with—older homes with outdated wiring, modern electronics overloading 100-amp panels, and electrical systems that weren’t built for how you live today.
We handle the full range. Panel upgrades when your system can’t keep up. Surge protection so your expensive electronics don’t get fried during Texas storms. Backup generators for when the power goes out and you need to keep your fridge, AC, and medical equipment running. And yes, the smaller stuff too—dead outlets, buzzing switches, lighting installations.
Carroll Service Co is a family-owned electrical contractor based in Fort Worth, serving Hurst and the Mid-Cities for over 25 years. We’re fully licensed and insured, which matters more than most people realize—if something goes wrong and the electrician who did the work wasn’t properly licensed, your homeowner’s insurance can deny the claim entirely.
We’ve earned an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and multiple Super Service Awards from Angie’s List, not because we’re trying to win awards, but because we show up on time, do the work right, and don’t leave until you’re satisfied. Hurst has a mix of older homes and newer construction, and we’ve worked on both. We know what it takes to bring a 40-year-old electrical system up to code, and we know how to install modern systems that can handle today’s electrical demands.
You’re not getting a call center or a rotating crew of subcontractors. You’re getting experienced electricians who’ve seen every kind of electrical problem Hurst homes deal with.
You call or contact us online, and we schedule a time that works for you. We don’t give you a four-hour window and show up whenever—we respect your time.
When we arrive, we listen to what’s going on. Breakers tripping? Outlets not working? Lights dimming when the AC kicks on? We ask questions, inspect the system, and figure out what’s actually causing the problem. Sometimes it’s a simple fix. Sometimes it’s a sign that your panel is overloaded or your wiring needs an upgrade. Either way, we’ll tell you exactly what we found and what it’ll take to fix it.
Before we do any work, you get a clear price. No hidden fees, no surprises when the bill comes. If you approve, we get to work. Most repairs are done the same day. Bigger jobs like panel upgrades or generator installations take longer, and we’ll walk you through the timeline upfront.
When the work’s done, we test everything to make sure it’s working correctly and safely. We clean up after ourselves. And we guarantee our workmanship and parts, so if something isn’t right, we come back and make it right.
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We handle electrical repairs—the kind that keep your home safe and functional. That includes fixing outlets that stopped working, replacing old switches, troubleshooting circuits that keep tripping, and addressing any electrical issue that’s making your home less safe or less comfortable.
Panel upgrades are a big part of what we do in Hurst. Many homes here were built with 100-amp panels, which were fine 30 years ago. But now you’ve got central AC, a tankless water heater, multiple computers, big-screen TVs, and a dozen devices plugged in at all times. Your panel can’t handle it, so breakers trip constantly. We upgrade to 150-amp or 200-amp panels that can actually support how you live today.
Backup generator installations are increasingly common in Hurst, especially after the power grid issues Texas has faced in recent years. When the power goes out, a whole-house generator kicks on automatically and keeps your essentials running—refrigerator, AC, lights, medical equipment. We size the generator correctly for your home, handle the installation, and make sure it’s ready when you need it.
We also install whole-house surge protection, which is critical in Texas where lightning strikes and power surges are common. One surge can fry your HVAC system, your appliances, your electronics—thousands of dollars in damage. Surge protection stops that before it happens.
If your breakers trip frequently, that’s the most obvious sign. You’re asking your electrical system to do more than it was designed for, and the breakers are doing their job by shutting off before something overheats or catches fire.
Other signs include lights that dim when you turn on a major appliance, outlets that feel warm to the touch, a burning smell near your panel, or visible rust and corrosion on the panel itself. If your home still has a fuse box instead of a breaker panel, it’s time to upgrade—those systems are outdated and can’t handle modern electrical loads.
Most homes in Hurst built before the 1990s have 100-amp panels. If you’ve added central air conditioning, upgraded appliances, or you’re running multiple electronics at once, that panel is likely maxed out. Upgrading to a 200-amp panel gives you the capacity you need and makes your home safer. It’s also required if you’re adding a major appliance like an electric vehicle charger or a backup generator.
First, we figure out what you actually need the generator to power. Some people want the whole house covered. Others just want the essentials—fridge, a few lights, the AC, maybe a medical device. That determines the size of the generator.
Once we know the size, we handle the installation from start to finish. The generator sits outside your home on a concrete pad. We run a dedicated gas line to it (most run on natural gas, though propane is an option if you don’t have a gas line). We install a transfer switch inside your electrical panel, which is what allows the generator to take over when the power goes out.
The whole process usually takes one to two days depending on the complexity. When it’s done, the generator monitors your power supply 24/7. The second your power goes out, it kicks on automatically—usually within 10 seconds. You don’t have to do anything. When the power comes back, it switches back over and shuts itself off. We also walk you through basic maintenance, which is minimal but important to keep it running when you need it.
It depends entirely on what you need done. A simple repair—replacing an outlet, fixing a switch, troubleshooting a tripped breaker—usually costs between $150 and $300. If the problem is more complex or requires running new wiring, the cost goes up from there.
Panel upgrades typically range from $1,500 to $3,000 depending on the size of the panel and how much work is involved in bringing everything up to code. Backup generator installations start around $5,000 for a smaller unit and go up depending on the size and fuel source.
We give you a clear price before we start any work, so there’s no guessing. And we don’t charge extra for evenings or weekends unless it’s an emergency call. The cost of hiring a licensed electrical contractor in Hurst, TX is always going to be higher than hiring someone off Craigslist, but you’re paying for work that’s done safely, correctly, and backed by a guarantee. If your insurance ever needs to get involved, they’ll only cover work done by a licensed, insured contractor—so cutting corners up front can cost you a lot more later.
This usually means your electrical system is struggling to handle the load. When a major appliance like your AC, water heater, or dryer kicks on, it draws a lot of power. If your panel or the circuit feeding that appliance isn’t sized correctly, the voltage dips momentarily, and your lights flicker.
It can also be a sign of a loose connection somewhere in your electrical system, which is a bigger problem. Loose connections create resistance, which generates heat, which can lead to a fire. If the flickering is constant or getting worse, don’t ignore it.
In older Hurst homes, this is often a capacity issue. The electrical system was designed for a different era, and it just can’t keep up with modern demands. Upgrading your panel or adding a dedicated circuit for high-draw appliances usually solves it. We can test your system, find out where the problem is, and give you options that actually fix it instead of just masking the symptoms.
Power strips help, but they’re not enough. They protect whatever’s plugged into them, but they don’t protect your hardwired appliances—your HVAC system, your water heater, your garage door opener, your built-in appliances. A single surge can destroy a $10,000 HVAC unit, and a power strip won’t stop it.
Whole-house surge protection installs at your electrical panel and protects everything in your home. When a surge comes through the line—whether it’s from a lightning strike, a downed power line, or the grid switching—it diverts that excess voltage before it reaches your devices.
Texas gets more than its share of lightning storms, and the power grid here has had well-documented issues with surges and outages. Whole-house surge protection costs a few hundred dollars to install, which is a fraction of what you’d pay to replace a fried AC unit or a house full of damaged electronics. It’s one of those things you don’t think about until it’s too late, and by then the damage is done.
Every three to five years is the standard recommendation, and it’s especially important if your home is more than 20 years old. Electrical systems don’t last forever. Wiring degrades, connections loosen, panels corrode, and code requirements change.
An inspection catches problems before they become dangerous. We check for overloaded circuits, outdated wiring, faulty breakers, improper grounding, and any signs of wear or damage. If you’re buying a home in Hurst, an electrical inspection should be part of your home inspection—it’ll tell you if you’re walking into expensive repairs down the road.
You should also schedule an inspection if you’re experiencing any electrical issues—frequent breaker trips, flickering lights, outlets that don’t work, or anything that just doesn’t seem right. And if you’re planning a major renovation or adding new appliances, an inspection will tell you whether your current system can handle the additional load or if you need to upgrade first. It’s a small investment that can prevent major headaches and keep your home safe.
