Seeing flickering lights or a warm outlet? Whether you are dealing with a tripped breaker that will not reset, planning a panel upgrade, or adding an EV charger to your garage, Lexington Electrical Company handles the full range of residential and commercial electrical work in Lexington and across Lexington County. We work with homeowners, landlords, property managers, and small business owners on everything from a single outlet repair to a whole-home rewire.
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Call (839) 269-9878 for a quote.
Electrical work like this comes up more than people expect, and most of it starts with a symptom that is easy to recognize but harder to trace. A breaker that trips repeatedly, a burning smell near an outlet, lights that flicker when an appliance kicks on, or a section of the house that loses power without explanation all point to something that needs a proper look.
We handle GFCI outlet troubleshooting when a reset does not bring the outlet back, sparking or discolored outlets, dead circuits, and situations where half the house goes dark while the rest stays on. Our process starts with a clear diagnosis: the fault is explained before the work starts, so you know exactly what is going on and what it takes to fix it.
We offer prompt response, even for last-minute electrical calls, because some of these problems are not the kind you leave until next week. Reach out and we'll get it diagnosed.
From a single GFCI outlet to a whole-home rewire, the first step is the same, and panel work is no different. When a breaker fails to hold, trips under normal load, or simply will not reset, the panel itself may need attention rather than just the individual breaker.
Beyond repairs, many homes in this area are still running on 100 amp service that was adequate for the time it was installed but cannot carry today's appliance loads. Adding a large appliance, installing an EV charger, or finishing a basement all put additional demand on the panel. A 200 amp service upgrade involves a load calculation, service-entrance work, and code-compliant wiring throughout. Where a full upgrade is not needed, a subpanel can extend capacity to a specific area of the home, such as a detached garage or a workshop.
Panel and wiring work is finished to code, and the scope is confirmed on the call before anything is scheduled. The cost is tied to what the job actually involves, which is why we discuss it before we book. Reach out and describe what the breaker is doing.
If you've never hired an electrician before, outlet and switch work is one of the most common starting points. Adding outlets to a room that does not have enough, replacing older two-prong receptacles, or installing USB outlets in a kitchen or home office are all straightforward jobs that make a real difference in how a space functions.
GFCI outlets are required in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor areas. AFCI protection applies to bedrooms and living areas in most current code requirements. Outdoor and weatherproof outlets need the right box and cover for the exposure they will see. We handle all of it, along with switch installation and replacement for standard, dimmer, and three-way configurations.
On the wiring side, older homes in Lexington County sometimes carry aluminum wiring or knob-and-tube that was never updated. Code violation repairs, grounding and bonding corrections, and full rewires for older homes are all part of what we do. The wiring done properly, start to finish, is what protects the home and everyone in it. We make the fix and leave it tidy.
The sooner you call, the sooner the power is back on, and the same logic applies to lighting upgrades that have been on the to-do list for too long. Recessed lighting, under-cabinet lighting, and ceiling fan installation and replacement are among the most-requested jobs we handle for homeowners.
Outdoor lighting covers a wide range: landscape wiring, security lighting, motion sensor lights, and general exterior lighting for porches, driveways, and outbuildings. Where a new circuit is needed to support a lighting load, we run it properly rather than overloading an existing one.
Ceiling fan installation in a room with no existing fixture or switch requires running a new circuit and adding a switch leg, not just swapping a fixture. We scope that work on the call so there are no gaps between what you expect and what the job involves.
With a local company, a question about the work gets a straight answer. Call us and the rest is handled.
Lexington, SC sits in a part of South Carolina where summer afternoons bring frequent thunderstorms, and winter occasionally delivers ice storms that take out power for hours. The electrical demands here reflect that. The three services below come up regularly in this area, and each one is worth understanding before a storm season or a major home upgrade.
Older homes in Lexington often carry 100 amp panels that were installed when a home had far fewer circuits to feed. A modern household with multiple large appliances, a home office, and a vehicle charging in the garage puts a load on that service that the original panel was never designed to handle. Upgrading to 200 amp service involves assessing the current load, coordinating the service-entrance work, and wiring the new panel to current standards. During storm season, a panel that cannot carry the load is also a panel that cannot support a generator transfer switch or the circuits that matter most when the grid goes down.
When a thunderstorm or ice storm takes out power in Lexington County, a properly wired transfer switch is what keeps the lights on and the refrigerator running. The electrical side of a generator hookup involves installing the transfer switch, running wiring to the panel, and confirming that the load the generator will carry is matched to what the panel can support. We handle that work. The generator unit itself is a separate matter, but the wiring and switching that make it useful are squarely in our scope.
A point-of-entry surge protector installs at the panel and catches voltage spikes before they reach the circuits running through the house. In an area with as much lightning activity as central South Carolina sees, that matters. A single strike nearby can send a surge through the grid that damages appliances, electronics, and the wiring feeding circuits throughout the home, including the dedicated circuits that power major equipment. Surge protection is a single service call, and it covers the whole house from one installation point.
Quick to arrive. Careful with your home. Clean when we leave.
Adding a Level 2 EV charger at home means running a dedicated 240-volt circuit from the panel to the garage or driveway, selecting the right breaker size for the charger, and confirming that the panel has the capacity to support it. If the panel is already close to full, that conversation happens before the circuit is run.
Dedicated circuits follow the same logic for other high-draw equipment: electric ranges and ovens, washers and dryers, refrigerators, hot tubs, and workshop tools all benefit from a circuit that does not share its load with anything else. We also handle garage wiring, basement wiring, shed circuits, and pool electrical work for homeowners adding or upgrading those spaces.
We protect your floors and finishes while we work, which matters in finished basements and recently updated kitchens where the last thing you want is a job that leaves marks. The price for any of this is given on the call before anything is scheduled. Call us and the rest is handled.
If you've never hired an electrician before, an inspection is often the right first call, especially before buying a home, listing a property, or starting a renovation. A pre-purchase electrical inspection looks at the panel, the wiring, the outlets, and the grounding to give you a clear picture of what is current and what needs attention before you close.
Landlords and property managers in Lexington have their own set of needs. Rental properties accumulate deferred electrical work, and an inspection before a tenant moves in or before a lease renewal is a straightforward way to confirm the property is in good shape. We document what we find and explain what the work involves.
For renovations and additions, permit-ready wiring means the work is done to the standard a code inspection expects. Whether you are finishing a basement, adding a bathroom, or building an addition, we wire it so the inspection goes smoothly. On the commercial side, we handle office electrical repairs, outlet and lighting work for retail spaces, and wiring for small businesses in the Lexington area. Reach out and we'll get it diagnosed.
Electrical work like this comes up more than people expect, and the first question is almost always about cost. The honest answer is that the price depends on what the job involves, and we confirm it on the call before anything is scheduled.
When you call, we ask about the situation, scope the work, and give you a rate. That covers panel upgrades, EV charger installations, the cost to add a circuit, ceiling fan wiring, and everything else on the list. You get the rate on the phone, and you decide whether to book from there.
We are available every day from 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM. That window covers most situations, including calls that come in late in the day when something has gone wrong and you need to know what it will take to fix it.
We serve Lexington, SC and the towns and neighborhoods throughout the surrounding area. That includes Cayce, West Columbia, Chapin, Irmo, Gilbert, and Batesburg-Leesville, along with the broader communities that make up Lexington County.
If you are outside Lexington proper but still in the area, call and we will confirm coverage for your address. Most calls in this part of South Carolina fall within our range.
Common signs include breakers that trip repeatedly under normal load, a fuse box still in service, breakers that will not reset, or a panel that cannot support a new appliance or circuit without overloading. In Lexington County, older homes with 100-amp service frequently run into capacity problems when a modern household load is placed on them.
Homes built before the 1980s were wired for a fraction of the electrical load that modern households now place on a system. Fewer circuits, lower service capacity, and wiring that was not designed for today's appliances all contribute. Adding outlets or circuits is often part of a larger conversation about whether the panel can support the added load.
A burning smell near an outlet or panel is a sign that wiring or a connection is overheating, which is a fire risk.
Stop using the affected circuit, avoid resetting the breaker, and call us at (839) 269-9878. This is not a symptom to monitor and revisit later.
Flickering or dimming lights can point to a loose connection at the fixture or switch, a failing breaker, an overloaded circuit, or a wiring issue further up the line. When the flickering happens when a large appliance kicks on, it often means the circuit is being asked to carry more load than it was sized for.
A warm outlet suggests the wiring at that point is carrying more current than it can handle safely. Discoloration around the outlet face is a sign of arcing or heat damage. Sparking when a device is plugged in can be normal in some cases, but sparking that persists or is accompanied by a smell or discoloration needs to be looked at right away.
GFCI protection is required in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor locations because those areas involve moisture and the risk of ground faults. AFCI protection is required in bedrooms and living areas under current code to catch arc faults before they cause a fire. Many older homes in Lexington County were wired before these requirements existed, and updating them is part of what we address during outlet and panel work.
We test the circuit from the outlet or fixture back to the panel, check GFCI and AFCI protection devices that may have tripped upstream, and trace the wiring to identify where the fault is occurring. The cause is explained before the repair starts, so you know what was wrong and what the fix involves.
A whole-home surge protector installs at the panel and catches voltage spikes before they reach any circuit in the house. It covers appliances, HVAC circuits, lighting, and electronics throughout the property. In central South Carolina, where summer thunderstorms can send surges through the power line without warning, it handles the first and largest layer of protection.
The electrical side of a generator installation involves installing a transfer switch, running wiring between the generator and the panel, and confirming that the load the generator will carry is matched to what the panel can support. The transfer switch isolates the home from the utility line during operation, which is a safety requirement. The generator unit itself is separate, but the wiring and switching that make it useful are what we handle.
A Level 2 EV charger installation means running a dedicated 240-volt circuit from the panel to the garage or driveway location, selecting the right breaker size for the charger, and confirming the panel has capacity to carry the added load. If the panel is close to full, that conversation happens before the circuit is run, and a panel upgrade may be part of the same scope.
High-draw appliances including electric ranges, dryers, refrigerators in garages, and hot tubs benefit from a dedicated circuit because they draw enough current that sharing a circuit with other devices creates overload risk. The electrical supply for a new air conditioning unit also requires a dedicated circuit sized to the equipment's specifications. We size the circuit to the load and run it properly rather than adding to an existing one.
We handle electrical repairs, panel upgrades, generator hookups, surge protection, EV charger wiring, and everything in between for homes and businesses in Lexington and the surrounding area.
Call (839) 269-9878 to get a quote. We are available every day from 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM.
We answer when you call. We explain the work. We leave it safe.
Below is a plain-language look at the electrical services we handle in Lexington and across Lexington County. Each row covers what the service involves, who it fits best, and one practical detail worth knowing before you call. If a situation is not listed exactly, call us and we will scope it on the phone.
| Electrical Service | What's Included | Best For | What to Keep in Mind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting |
| Any homeowner or business owner dealing with an unexplained electrical symptom | The fault is identified and explained before the repair begins, so you know exactly what is wrong and what fixing it involves. |
| Electrical Safety Inspections |
| Buyers, sellers, landlords, and property managers who need a clear picture of a property's electrical condition before a transaction or tenancy | We document what we find and explain what any needed work involves, so you go into a purchase or a lease with accurate information rather than guesses. |
| Lighting Installation |
| Homeowners upgrading interior lighting or adding exterior lighting for security or curb appeal | Where a new lighting load needs its own circuit, we run it properly rather than adding to an existing one that is already carrying a full load. |
| Ceiling Fan Installation |
| Rooms with no existing fixture or switch that need a fan added from scratch | Installing a ceiling fan in a room with no existing fixture requires running a new circuit and a switch leg, not just swapping hardware. We scope that on the call. |
| Whole-Home Surge Protection |
| Lexington homeowners in an area with frequent summer lightning activity who want panel-level protection across every circuit | A single strike nearby can send a surge through the grid that damages appliances and the wiring feeding circuits throughout the home. A panel-mounted protector catches it before it reaches any circuit. |
| Backup Generator Installation |
| Lexington County homeowners who lose power during summer thunderstorms or winter ice storms and want a reliable hookup ready before the next one | The transfer switch isolates the home from the utility line during generator operation. That step is not optional. We handle the wiring and switching. The generator unit is a separate purchase. |
| Breaker & Fuse Repair |
| Homes or businesses where a circuit keeps going out or a breaker refuses to hold | A breaker that trips repeatedly under normal load often points to a wiring issue upstream, not just the breaker itself. We trace the cause before replacing parts. |
| Electrical Panel & Service UpgradesMost Popular |
| Older Lexington homes adding appliances, EV chargers, or generator capacity to an undersized panel | Many homes in Lexington County still carry 100-amp service. A panel upgrade involves a load calculation, service-entrance coordination, and wiring the new panel to current code standards. |
| Wiring for Additions & Remodels |
| Homeowners finishing a basement, adding a bathroom, or building an addition who need the electrical work done to pass inspection | Permit requirements vary by project type and location within Lexington County. We confirm what applies at your address before the work is scoped. |
| Dedicated Appliance Circuits |
| Homeowners adding a high-draw appliance that should not share a circuit with other devices | A dedicated circuit sized correctly to the appliance protects both the equipment and the wiring feeding it. We confirm the right breaker size before the circuit is run. |
| EV Charger Installation |
| Homeowners adding a Level 2 charger and wanting the electrical side handled correctly from the panel out | If the panel is already close to capacity, that conversation happens before the circuit is run. A panel upgrade may be part of the same scope. |
| Wiring & Rewiring |
| Older Lexington homes with wiring that was never updated or that fails a pre-purchase inspection | Aluminum wiring and knob-and-tube systems are common in older Lexington County homes. Both can be corrected or replaced, and we explain the scope before any work starts. |
| Outlet & Switch Installation |
| Homeowners adding outlets to under-served rooms or updating older receptacles to current code | GFCI protection is required in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor areas. Many older Lexington County homes were wired before these requirements existed. |
How do I know if my home is ready for an added electrical load like an EV charger or a new appliance?
The starting point is the panel. We look at the current load, the available breaker slots, and the service capacity before any new circuit is run. A 100-amp panel that is already carrying a full household load may not have room for a Level 2 charger or a large appliance without an upgrade first. That assessment happens on the call and is confirmed before anything is scheduled.
What causes a breaker to trip repeatedly, and when is it more than just the breaker?
A breaker trips when the circuit draws more current than it is rated for. That can mean the circuit is overloaded, a device on it is faulty, or there is a wiring problem further up the line. When the same breaker trips under normal use with nothing unusual plugged in, the issue is usually upstream of the breaker itself. We trace the fault before replacing anything.
Is the electrical work permitted and inspected?
Permit requirements depend on the type of work and where the property sits within Lexington County. Panel upgrades, new circuits, and work tied to additions typically require a permit and a code inspection. We confirm what applies at your address before the work starts, and we do the work to the standard a code inspection expects.
Faults Traced Before Anything Is Replaced
We identify the source of the problem before recommending a repair. That means you are not paying to replace parts that were not the cause, and the fix addresses what was actually wrong.
How do I know if the wiring in an older Lexington home is safe?
Older homes in Lexington County sometimes carry aluminum wiring, knob-and-tube systems, or wiring that predates current grounding and GFCI requirements. None of those automatically mean the home is unsafe, but each one warrants a look. A pre-purchase or general safety inspection tells you what is current and what needs attention. We explain what we find before recommending any work.
How long does a panel upgrade or a whole-home rewire take?
A panel upgrade is typically a one-day job, though service-entrance coordination with the utility can affect the timeline. A whole-home rewire depends on the size of the house, the accessibility of the wiring, and how much of the system is being replaced. We give you a realistic scope on the call so you know what to plan for before anything is booked.
When should I call an electrician instead of handling something myself?
Swapping a light bulb or resetting a tripped GFCI outlet is something most homeowners handle without a call. Anything that involves opening a panel, replacing wiring, adding a circuit, or working behind an outlet or switch is a different matter. Wiring that is connected incorrectly can create a fault that is not immediately obvious but becomes a hazard later. If there is any uncertainty about what is behind the wall or inside the panel, a call is the right first step.
Code-Compliant Work on Every Job
Panel and wiring work is finished to the standard a code inspection expects. Where a permit is required, we confirm that before the work starts.
How are emergency faults and outages handled?
We are available every day from 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM, including calls that come in late in the day when something has gone wrong. A burning smell near a panel, a section of the house that loses power without explanation, or an outlet that sparks and then goes dead are all situations that call for a phone call now rather than a wait.
Call us at (839) 269-9878 and describe what you are seeing.
What does grounding and bonding mean, and why does it matter in an older home?
Grounding gives fault current a safe path back to the panel rather than through a person or a metal surface. Bonding ties metal components together so they stay at the same electrical potential. Older homes were sometimes wired without a proper grounding system, and some older outlets are not grounded even if the panel is. Both can be corrected without a full rewire in many cases, and we confirm what the situation is before recommending a scope.
Clean and Respectful Workmanship
We protect your floors and finishes while we work and leave the space tidy when the job is done. That matters in finished rooms and recently updated kitchens where the work should not leave a mark.
What is involved in sizing a backup generator for a home in Lexington County?
Generator sizing starts with identifying which circuits you need to run during an outage and what load those circuits carry. The transfer switch is then sized to match, and the wiring between the generator and the panel is run to carry that load safely. The generator unit itself is a separate decision, but the electrical side, the transfer switch, the wiring, and the load matching, is what we handle. We scope that work on the call.
Do I need to be home for electrical work?
For most jobs, yes. The work involves access to the panel, the outlets or fixtures being serviced, and in some cases areas of the home where wiring runs. We confirm the scope on the call so you know which parts of the house need to be accessible and how long the visit is expected to take.
What is surge protection at the panel, and is it different from a power strip?
A point-of-entry surge protector installs at the panel and catches voltage spikes before they reach any circuit in the house. A power strip with surge protection only covers the devices plugged into it and does nothing for the wiring running through the walls or the appliances on other circuits. In central South Carolina, where summer thunderstorms can send surges through the power line without warning, panel-level protection covers the whole house from a single installation point.
Call (839) 269-9878 to get a quote on any of the services above. We are available every day from 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM and will scope the work on the call before anything is scheduled.
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