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You shouldn’t have to choose between running the AC and using the microwave. That’s what happens when your electrical panel can’t keep up with your life.
Westlake homes from the 90s typically have 100-amp panels. Your HVAC system alone pulls 30-40 amps. Add in kitchen appliances, computers, phone chargers, and everything else you plug in daily, and you’re maxing out capacity before you even think about an EV charger or backup generator.
A proper electrical upgrade means your lights don’t flicker when the dryer runs. Your breakers stop tripping during dinner. You can charge your car overnight without worrying about overloading the system. And if North Texas storms knock out power, you’ve got the infrastructure to support a whole-house generator that actually keeps your family comfortable.
We’ve been handling residential electrical services in Westlake, TX and throughout the Mid-Cities since before most homes in your neighborhood were built. We’re not a franchise. We’re a family-owned contractor with an A+ BBB rating and multiple Super Service Awards because we show up, do the work right, and handle every permit and inspection ourselves.
Every electrician on our team carries current Texas licensing and insurance. We know which Westlake neighborhoods have older wiring that needs attention. We know what the inspection process looks like in Tarrant County. And we know that when your power goes out during a summer heat wave or winter freeze, you need someone who answers the phone and actually shows up.
First, we come out and look at your current setup. That means checking your panel, testing circuits, and figuring out what’s causing the problem or what you’ll need for the upgrade you’re planning. You get a clear price before any work starts.
Once you approve the estimate, we handle the permit application with the city. Most Westlake electrical work requires permits, and we take care of that paperwork so you don’t have to deal with it. Then we schedule the work around your availability.
The actual installation depends on what you need. Panel upgrades typically take a full day. Rewiring a room or adding circuits takes less time. Generator installations require coordination with your gas line and may take two days depending on complexity. After we finish, the city inspector comes out to sign off on everything. You get documentation showing the work was done to code, which protects your home value and keeps your insurance valid.
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Home electrical repair and installation services in Westlake, TX cover more than just fixing outlets. You’re dealing with an aging infrastructure in a community where even newer construction sometimes cut corners on wiring to save costs during the building boom.
Panel upgrades typically run between $1,800 and $3,200 depending on your home’s size and how much rewiring is needed. That includes the new 200-amp panel, circuit breakers, all permits, the city inspection, and labor. If your home needs a full rewire, that’s a separate project with its own scope and pricing.
Smart home wiring has become standard in Westlake. Most clients want USB outlets, whole-house surge protection, and the electrical capacity to add EV charging later even if they don’t own an electric vehicle yet. Generator installations require a dedicated circuit and transfer switch so your backup power actually works when the grid goes down. We install Generac and other major brands, and we coordinate with your utility company when needed.
Electrical troubleshooting for homes means finding the actual problem, not just resetting breakers and hoping it holds. Flickering lights usually point to loose connections or overloaded circuits. Outlets that don’t work often trace back to a tripped GFCI somewhere else in the house. Burning smells mean you need someone out immediately because that’s a fire hazard.
Most panel upgrades take one full day from start to finish. We typically arrive in the morning, disconnect your old panel, install the new 200-amp service, wire in all your circuits, and have power restored by late afternoon.
Your electricity will be off during the work. Plan for 6-8 hours without power, which means no AC, no refrigerator, and no lights. If you work from home, you’ll want to make other arrangements for the day.
The city inspector usually comes out within a day or two after we finish. Some inspectors schedule same-day if we call early enough. You don’t need to be home for the inspection, but we’ll let you know when it’s complete and provide all the documentation.
A 100-amp panel can handle about 24,000 watts of power at any given moment. That was fine in 1995 when homes had fewer electronics and smaller HVAC systems. It doesn’t work well now.
Your central AC pulls 3,000-5,000 watts. Your electric dryer uses another 3,000. Kitchen appliances, computers, TVs, and everything else charging throughout your house add up fast. A 100-amp panel maxes out before you can add an EV charger or backup generator.
A 200-amp panel doubles your capacity to 48,000 watts. That gives you room for modern appliances, future upgrades, and the ability to run multiple high-draw items at once without tripping breakers. Most Westlake homes built after 2000 came with 200-amp service. If your home is older, upgrading the panel is the first step before adding any major electrical loads.
Yes. Westlake requires permits for panel upgrades, rewiring, generator installations, and most electrical work beyond simple repairs. The city wants to verify that work meets current electrical code, which protects your safety and your home’s value.
Some homeowners try to skip permits to save money or time. That creates problems when you sell the house. Buyers’ inspectors flag unpermitted electrical work, which either kills the sale or forces you to bring everything up to code before closing. Your homeowner’s insurance can also deny claims if they discover unpermitted electrical modifications contributed to a fire or other damage.
We handle all permit applications and coordinate inspections as part of our service. You don’t fill out paperwork or deal with the city. We pull the permit, do the work to code, and schedule the inspector. The permit cost is included in your estimate, and you get documentation proving everything was done legally.
EV charger installation typically costs between $800 and $2,500 depending on where you want the charger and what your current electrical system can handle. If you already have a 200-amp panel with available capacity, installation is straightforward. If you need a panel upgrade first, that’s an additional cost.
Most EV chargers require a dedicated 40-amp or 50-amp circuit. That means running new wiring from your panel to your garage or wherever you park. If that’s a short run with easy access, installation stays on the lower end. If we’re running wire through finished walls or across long distances, the price goes up.
The charger itself ranges from $400 to $1,200 depending on brand and features. Tesla chargers, ChargePoint, and other smart chargers with app connectivity cost more than basic models. We install whatever charger you choose, handle the permit, and make sure your electrical system can support the load without issues.
Stop resetting it and call an electrician. A breaker that trips repeatedly is doing its job by preventing an overload or short circuit from causing a fire. Ignoring it or forcing it to stay on creates a real safety hazard.
First, unplug everything on that circuit and see if the breaker holds. If it does, plug devices back in one at a time until it trips again. That tells you which appliance or device is causing the problem. Sometimes it’s a failing appliance. Sometimes it’s too many things plugged into one circuit.
If the breaker trips immediately even with nothing plugged in, you’ve got a wiring problem. That could be a short circuit, damaged wire insulation, or a failing breaker. All of those require professional repair. We can troubleshoot the circuit, find the actual problem, and fix it properly so you’re not dealing with constant interruptions and potential fire risk.
Homes built before 1980 often need rewiring, especially if they still have original wiring. Flickering lights, outlets that don’t work, frequently tripped breakers, and a burning smell near outlets or switches all point to wiring problems that need immediate attention.
Westlake has a mix of older and newer homes. If your house was built in the 70s, 80s, or early 90s, the wiring might be aluminum instead of copper. Aluminum wiring expands and contracts with temperature changes, which loosens connections over time and creates fire hazards. Many insurance companies charge higher premiums or refuse coverage for homes with aluminum wiring.
Another sign is two-prong outlets throughout the house. That means no ground wire, which is a safety issue for modern electronics. If your home inspector flagged electrical concerns when you bought the house but you haven’t addressed them yet, now’s the time. We can assess your wiring, tell you what actually needs replacement, and give you a clear estimate for bringing everything up to current code.
