Troubleshooting & Diagnostics
Electrical issues don’t fix themselves. Whether a breaker keeps tripping, an outlet suddenly dies, or lights flicker when something turns on — there’s always a reason.
I specialize in root-cause diagnostics, finding exactly what failed and why, then fixing it cleanly and permanently.
Text me your electrical issue with photos
Common Electrical Issues I Troubleshoot
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Loose connections, overloaded circuits, or failing breakers.
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Backstabbed outlets, bad GFCIs, degraded devices.
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Loose neutrals, failing lighting drivers, or high-resistance connections.
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Loose upstream devices, shared neutral faults, or panel issues.
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Serious heat-related faults — these should be inspected immediately.
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Moisture issues, wiring faults, or faulty downstream loads.
Why Troubleshooting Matters
Most electrical failures come from heat, loose connections, or overloaded circuits. Simply resetting a breaker or changing a device is guesswork — and the issue always returns. Troubleshooting is about finding the root cause, not replacing parts blindly.
My Diagnostic Process
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Ask targeted questions
Your symptoms reveal where to start.
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Inspect and isolate
Panel, devices, wiring — step-by-step until the failure is found.
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Fix the issue cleanly
Permanent, safe repair — done right the first time.
Why Homeowners Hire Me
Root-cause Diagnostics
I fix the real problem, not the symptom.
Owner-Operated
You get the licensed electrician, not a random tech.
Clear Explanations
You understand what’s happening and why.
Clean, careful work.
Respectful of your home, clean wiring, not shortcuts.
No Upsell Pressure
If you don’t need it, I won’t recommend it.
Straightforward Diagnostic Pricing
$250
Troubleshooting starts with a diagnostic visit, which covers the first block of time on site.
Most electrical issues are:
diagnosed within that first block
and often fully repaired during the same visit
If a larger repair is needed, I’ll explain your options before doing any additional work.
Text Your Electrical Issue
For the fastest help, text me a brief description, your location, and a few photos of the issue. I’ll reply with next steps.