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You stop thinking about your electrical system. That’s the goal.
Right now, you’re probably dealing with breakers that trip when you’re running normal household stuff. Or outlets that don’t work in half the rooms. Maybe your lights flicker when the AC kicks on, and you’re not sure if that’s normal or dangerous. It’s not normal, and it shouldn’t be ignored.
Most homes in Watauga were built in the early 1980s with 100 to 150-amp panels. Those systems handled life back then just fine. But today, you’ve got computers, phone chargers in every room, smart home devices, bigger TVs, and kitchen appliances that pull way more power than they used to. Your electrical panel wasn’t designed for this load.
After we upgrade your panel, add the circuits you actually need, and fix the wiring issues causing problems, your home just works. You can run your appliances without planning around which breaker might trip. Your family is safer because the system is up to code and built to handle real-world demand.
Carroll Service Co has been handling residential electrical services in Watauga, TX and the surrounding Mid-Cities area for over 25 years. We’re not a franchise. We’re a family-owned electrical contractor, and we’ve seen just about every electrical issue these older North Texas homes can throw at us.
We hold an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and multiple Super Service Awards from Angie’s List. Every electrician on our team is fully licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and carries comprehensive insurance. You’ll get proof of both before we start any work.
Most Watauga homes don’t need a complete rewire. They just need honest recommendations from someone who knows the difference between a real safety issue and something that can wait. That’s what we do.
First, we listen. You tell us what’s going on—what’s not working, what’s tripping, what smells off, or what you’re trying to add to your home. We ask a few questions to understand your situation before we ever show up.
Then we schedule a time that works for you. Our trucks are fully stocked with commercial-grade materials, so most repairs and installations happen the same day. When we arrive, we assess the problem, explain what we find in plain terms, and give you upfront pricing before we touch anything. No surprises when the job’s done.
Once you approve the work, we get it done right. That means using UL-listed parts, following current electrical codes, and making sure everything is safe and functional before we leave. We test the system, clean up, and walk you through what we did. All our work comes with a warranty, including emergency calls.
If it’s an emergency—sparking outlets, burning smells, or total power loss—we offer 24/7 service throughout Watauga, TX. Electrical problems don’t wait for business hours, and neither do we.
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We handle electrical panel upgrades for homes that need more capacity. If your breakers trip constantly or you’re adding an EV charger, heat pump, or other high-draw appliance, your 100 or 150-amp panel probably can’t handle it. We’ll upgrade you to a 200-amp service with the circuits you need.
We install whole-house surge protection to keep your electronics safe from power spikes. Texas weather causes grid fluctuations, and a single surge can fry thousands of dollars in equipment. Surge protection is cheap insurance.
Our team also does home wiring installation for additions, remodels, or older homes that need updated wiring. If you’ve got outlets that don’t work, aluminum wiring from the 70s, or rooms without GFCI protection in kitchens and bathrooms, we bring everything up to code. We install recessed lighting, add outlets and circuits where you need them, and handle electrical troubleshooting for problems that other electricians couldn’t figure out.
For homes that lose power during storms, we install backup generators. Watauga has seen its share of outages during extreme weather, and a standby generator keeps your fridge, HVAC, and critical systems running when the grid goes down. We size it correctly, handle the permitting, and connect it to your panel so it kicks on automatically.
If your breakers trip when you run normal appliances at the same time, that’s the clearest sign. Most Watauga homes were built with 100 to 150-amp panels, and those weren’t designed to handle modern electrical loads.
You’ll also want an upgrade if you’re adding an EV charger, a heat pump, or any major appliance that draws serious power. If your panel is over 25 years old, it’s worth having someone look at it even if it’s not causing problems yet. Older panels can have worn breakers, corrosion, or outdated components that create safety risks.
Another red flag is if your home doesn’t have GFCI protection in the kitchen and bathrooms. Homes built before 1987 often don’t, and that’s a code violation that puts your family at risk. We assess your current system, check the load calculations, and tell you exactly what you need—not what makes us the most money.
Usually, it’s because your AC unit is pulling more power than the circuit was designed to handle, or there’s a loose connection somewhere in the system. When a high-draw appliance like an air conditioner kicks on, it creates a temporary voltage drop. If your wiring or panel can’t handle that surge smoothly, your lights dim or flicker.
In some cases, the problem is with the utility connection outside your home, not your internal wiring. We can test the system to figure out where the issue is. If it’s on your end, we’ll tighten connections, balance the load across circuits, or upgrade your panel if needed.
Flickering lights aren’t just annoying—they’re a sign that your electrical system is stressed. Left alone, that stress can damage your appliances or create a fire hazard. It’s worth getting checked out sooner rather than later.
Panel upgrades typically range from $2,000 to $4,500 depending on the scope of work. If you’re going from a 100-amp panel to a 200-amp panel and we need to run new wiring or add circuits, that’s on the higher end. If it’s a straightforward swap with minimal additional work, it’s closer to the lower end.
We give you an upfront price before we start, so there’s no guessing. The cost includes the panel itself, all necessary permits, labor, and any code-required upgrades like GFCI outlets or grounding improvements. We use commercial-grade components that last decades longer than builder-grade materials.
Some companies will quote you a low number and then hit you with add-ons once they’re halfway through the job. We don’t do that. You’ll know exactly what it costs, what’s included, and why it’s priced that way before we ever pick up a tool.
Yes, in most cases. If your panel has available breaker slots and your existing wiring is in good shape, we can add circuits and outlets without tearing into every wall. We run new wiring from the panel to the areas where you need outlets, which usually means fishing wire through the attic or crawl space.
If your panel is maxed out, we might need to upgrade it first or install a subpanel to handle the new circuits. We’ll assess your current setup and tell you the most cost-effective way to get you the outlets you need.
Adding outlets is one of the most common requests we get in Watauga. Older homes just don’t have enough of them for how people live today. You shouldn’t have to run extension cords across rooms or unplug one thing to plug in another. We make sure you have power where you actually use it.
Power strips only protect the devices plugged into them, and even then, they wear out over time. A whole-house surge protector installs at your electrical panel and protects everything in your home—appliances, HVAC systems, electronics, everything.
Texas gets storms, and the grid experiences voltage spikes more often than most people realize. A single surge can destroy your refrigerator, HVAC control board, or TV. Replacing any one of those costs more than installing whole-house protection in the first place.
Whole-house surge protection also handles surges that come from inside your home, like when a high-draw appliance cycles on and off. It’s a one-time installation that protects your entire electrical system for years. If you’ve got expensive electronics or appliances, it’s one of the smartest upgrades you can make.
Most repairs are done the same day, usually within a few hours. If it’s something straightforward like replacing a faulty outlet, fixing a tripped breaker, or troubleshooting a circuit, we’re in and out quickly. Our trucks carry the parts and materials we need, so we’re not making trips to the supply house in the middle of your job.
Bigger projects like panel upgrades, rewiring sections of your home, or installing a backup generator take longer—usually one to three days depending on the scope. We’ll give you a clear timeline upfront so you know what to expect.
Emergency calls get priority. If you’ve got sparking outlets, a burning smell, or no power, we treat that as urgent and get someone out as fast as we can. Electrical problems can escalate quickly, and we’d rather fix it now than have you deal with a fire or total system failure later.
