Keeping Your Power Safe and Functional

Residential electrical repairs and installations for homes in Fairfax, Virginia.

When outlets stop working or lights flicker in your Fairfax home, you need repairs that solve the problem without leaving questions behind. Older homes in Fairfax often have wiring that cannot support modern appliances, and adding capacity where it is needed keeps breakers from tripping and prevents overheating at the panel.

BCV House Medics handles outlet and switch replacements, lighting upgrades, and panel updates that bring your electrical system up to current safety standards. If you are remodeling a kitchen or finishing a basement, our team installs the circuits and fixtures your contractor calls for and coordinates the timing so electrical work does not hold up the rest of the project. We also add dedicated circuits for refrigerators, microwaves, or home offices that draw more power than older wiring was designed to handle.

If your home in Fairfax needs electrical work that meets code and leaves the space ready to use, reach out to schedule a service visit.

What changes after the electrical work is done

Each repair starts with testing the circuit to locate the fault, then replacing damaged wiring or hardware and confirming that power flows correctly before closing the wall or covering the fixture. In Fairfax, we bring voltage testers, wire strippers, and the replacement parts that match your existing setup so the job moves forward without waiting on special orders.

After the work is complete, outlets accept plugs firmly without sparking, switches operate without buzzing, and breakers stay on under normal loads. Lights no longer dim when the air conditioner starts, and new fixtures provide the brightness you chose without flickering or humming.

All connections are tightened to prevent arcing, and cover plates sit flush against the wall. If we add a new circuit, the panel label reflects the change so future electricians know what each breaker controls. This work also includes testing GFCI outlets in bathrooms and kitchens to confirm they trip correctly when moisture is detected.

Questions homeowners in Fairfax often ask before booking

Homeowners usually want to know what the visit involves, how long the work takes, and whether older wiring needs to be replaced entirely or can be updated in stages.

What does an electrical safety inspection include?
We test outlets for proper grounding, check breakers for signs of overheating, and look for exposed wiring or outdated panels. You receive a written summary of what needs immediate attention and what can be scheduled later.
How long does it take to replace an outlet or switch?
Most single replacements take thirty to forty-five minutes once the breaker is off and the cover plate is removed. If wiring inside the box is damaged, the repair extends by about an hour.
When should I add a dedicated circuit instead of using an existing one?
You need a dedicated circuit when an appliance draws more than twelve amps continuously, such as a window air conditioner, space heater, or garage refrigerator. This prevents the breaker from tripping when other devices on the same circuit are in use.
How do you match new fixtures to older wiring?
We use adapters or rewire the junction box so modern fixtures connect safely to two-wire systems without a ground. In Fairfax, many homes built before the 1970s require this step when updating ceiling fans or chandeliers.
Why do my lights dim when the air conditioner turns on?
This happens when the compressor and the lighting share the same circuit and the startup current drops the voltage temporarily. Moving the air conditioner to its own circuit stops the dimming.

BCV House Medics serves Fairfax and the surrounding region, including Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Maryland. If your electrical system needs repair, a safety check, or support during a remodel, contact us to arrange a visit.