Need new outlets, GFCI protection or a dimmer switch? Call to speak with a local electrician.
Serving Boise, ID
Service overview
Outlet and switch work covers adding outlets where you need them, replacing worn or damaged devices and upgrading to GFCI, AFCI, USB or smart devices. In older homes, two-prong outlets and too few outlets per room are common reasons to call.
Warning signs
Symptoms homeowners notice, with the most likely causes.
Smell burning or see sparks? Call right away.
Extension cords and power strips in every room.
Possible causes: an older home built with fewer outlets per room.
An outlet has no power or works only some of the time.
Possible causes: a tripped GFCI, a loose connection or a worn receptacle.
Plugs fall out or feel loose in the outlet.
Possible causes: worn contacts inside an old receptacle.
Outlets without a ground slot.
Possible causes: wiring installed before grounded outlets were standard.
Cover plates feel warm or look scorched.
Possible causes: a loose connection or an overloaded outlet. Stop using it until it's checked.
A GFCI outlet trips often or won't reset.
Possible causes: moisture, a faulty appliance on the circuit or a worn GFCI.
Diagnose first,
then repair
What the work involves
An electrician checks the circuit and the box before adding or replacing devices, so each outlet or switch is right for its location.
Adding outlets where you actually need them.
For kitchens, bathrooms, laundry areas, garages and outdoors.
Arc-fault protection for bedrooms and living areas.
Built-in USB charging and app-controlled outlets.
Standard, dimmer, 3-way and smart switches.
Weather-resistant outlets with in-use covers.
Pricing
Every repair is different, so there is no fixed price on this page. These are the things that shape the cost.
Call to Discuss Your Repair(555) 555-55553 simple steps
Call the number on this page and tell us what is going on with your electrical system.
Describe the problem, your location and how soon you need help.
Your call is connected with a local electrical service provider who can help.
You may also need
Diagnosis and repair of outlets, switches, circuits and other everyday electrical faults.
Indoor, outdoor and recessed lighting installed, replaced or repaired.
Wiring repair, new circuits and partial or whole-home rewiring.
Outlet & Switch Installation in Boise neighborhoods and nearby cities
Good to know
Adding an outlet where you actually need it beats running extension cords across the room. Electricians also replace worn, loose or damaged outlets and switch two-prong outlets to safer grounded or GFCI-protected ones.
GFCI outlets protect kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, garages and outdoor areas. USB outlets make charging easier, and smart outlets and switches let you control lights and devices from your phone.
From replacing a broken switch to adding 3-way switches at both ends of a hallway or installing LED-compatible dimmers, switch work is a quick way to make a room easier to use.
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FAQ
Yes. The electrician first checks whether a nearby circuit has spare capacity and can be extended, or whether a new circuit from the panel is needed. In older homes, walls, insulation and existing wiring affect how the cable is routed. Adding outlets is also a good time to replace two-prong outlets and add GFCI protection where it's required.
GFCI protection is generally required in wet or damp areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, laundry areas, garages and outdoors. Your electrician can confirm what applies to your home.
Not just by swapping the device. The circuit needs a ground, or GFCI protection where code allows.
Yes. USB outlets fit standard boxes and are a common upgrade in kitchens, bedrooms and offices.
It depends on whether a nearby circuit can be extended or a new circuit is needed, and on wall access. Call to discuss your situation.
Have another question? Call and ask
Referral line
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