Common problems
- Breakers that keep tripping
- Flickering lights
- Buzzing from a panel or switch
Services
- Panel upgrades
- Lighting and ceiling fan installation
- EV charger installation
Safety first: If you see sparks, smell burning plastic, or an outlet is scorched, shut off power at the panel if it's safe and call 911 if there's smoke.
Get connected
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What usually goes wrong
Here is what Pittsburgh callers mention most:
- Flickering lights
- Buzzing from a panel or switch
- Need more outlets or a bigger panel
Know your Pittsburgh house
Pittsburgh Water has been working through records and neighborhoods to find and replace lead service lines. Lawrenceville and Polish Hill are packed with brick row houses built for mill and factory workers.
ALCOSAN treats wastewater from the city and many surrounding communities. Buildings from the early 1900s may still hide knob-and-tube wiring, ungrounded outlets and old fuse panels, none of it designed for modern kitchens and window AC units.
Ice storms and heavy snow bring outages. If you are thinking about a standby generator, an electrician can install the transfer switch it needs. Many homes sit on steep lots, with basements built into the slope.
Who handles what in Pittsburgh
Duquesne Light delivers electricity in Pittsburgh. If the whole block is dark, report it to them first. If it is just your home or one circuit, that is electrician territory. Pennsylvania has no statewide electrician license, so licensing is set locally.
What happens after you call
- Reach out by phone or online.
- Your details go to a electrician with availability in your part of Pittsburgh.
- If the timing and quote work for you, they schedule the job.
What to have ready
Clear a path to the electrical panel and label any breakers you already know.
Common questions
Can I replace an old fuse box?
Yes. Swapping a fuse panel for a breaker panel is common, sometimes with a service upgrade at the same time. Meter work gets coordinated with the utility.
Which parts of Pittsburgh can you help with?
Pros we work with cover Pittsburgh neighborhoods such as Troy Hill, Lawrenceville, Squirrel Hill and Bloomfield, in ZIP codes 15201, 15203, 15204, 15206, 15207 and others. Availability changes day to day, and we will be upfront if nobody can take the job.
Why do my lights dim when the AC kicks on?
A short dip can be normal with large motors. If lights dim a lot or flicker often, a loose connection or an overloaded circuit may be the cause and is worth checking.
Do I need a permit to add a circuit?
In most places, yes. New circuits, panel replacements and service upgrades generally need a permit and inspection, which the electrician typically arranges.
We are a referral service, so the pro you speak with sets the schedule and the price. Ask your questions before you agree to anything.
Service area
Serving about a 50-mile radius from Pittsburgh, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs: 15201, 15203, 15204, 15206, 15207, 15208, 15210, 15211, 15212, 15213, 15214, 15216, 15217, 15218, 15219, 15220, 15222, 15224, 15226, 15232, 15233, 15260, 15282, 15290
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Other services in Pittsburgh
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