Electrical Repair for Breakers, Outlets and Wiring
Licensed electricians find and fix tripping breakers, dead outlets, flickering lights and faulty wiring in Puget Sound homes.
Locally-owned since 1977 • Licensed, bonded and insured in Washington (WA Contractor Reg. #HOMECCA785BD) • WA Electrical Contractor Lic. #HOMECCA782DC • BBB Accredited Business since 2002
Electrical repair, at a glance
Home Comfort Alliance electricians find and fix electrical problems in homes across the Seattle-Tacoma area. Our electrical visit is $179, which includes a 30-minute diagnostic. Common repairs have fixed prices, such as a standard outlet replacement at $104 and a breaker replacement at $171. You can book 24/7 by phone or online. Our electricians work Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with same-day service when possible.
WA Electrical Contractor Lic. #HOMECCA782DC. Call (425) 645-0404 or book online.
Safety first
Smoke, flames, sparks or a burning smell: leave the house and call 911. A power line on the ground: stay well back, keep others away and call 911, then your utility.
| Utility | Outages and downed lines |
|---|---|
| Puget Sound Energy | 1-888-225-5773; stay at least 35 feet away from a downed line |
| Seattle City Light | (206) 684-3000; stay at least 30 feet away |
| Tacoma Power | 253-502-8602; never touch the service mast or wires |
| Snohomish PUD | 425-783-1001; stay at least 30 feet away |
Not sure it is urgent? Read what counts as an electrical emergency.
What that problem usually means
| What you see | What it often means | What to do now |
|---|---|---|
| A breaker trips again after one reset | An overloaded circuit, a short, a ground fault or a worn breaker | Leave it off and book a repair. Never hold it on or fit a bigger breaker. |
| A GFCI outlet will not reset | Moisture, a faulty appliance, or a failed outlet | Unplug everything on it and try once more, then book |
| A dead outlet or room, no tripped breaker | A tripped GFCI elsewhere on the circuit, or a loose connection | Check nearby GFCI outlets, then book |
| Lights flicker or dim | A loose connection, or a problem on the utility side if the whole house does it | Whole house: call your utility first |
| A warm, buzzing or scorched outlet, switch or panel | A loose or failing connection | Stop using it and book a repair |
| Half the house has no power | A main breaker, or the utility service to the house | Check the panel, then call your utility |
| A smoke or CO alarm chirps or fails | A failed or expired alarm | Book a replacement |
| A ceiling fan or light fixture stopped working | A failed fixture, switch or connection | Turn it off at the switch and book |
When it is not a repair
A full check of a home with no fault is an electrical inspection: see the benefits of an electrical inspection. A full or recalled panel points to an electrical panel upgrade. A new circuit for a heat pump or EV charger is new work: see EV charger installation.
What an electrical repair involves
- Confirm the problem with you.
- Test the circuit.
- Find the failed device or connection.
- Give you the price before any work starts.
- Repair it and test again.
Repairs we handle: outlets and switches, GFCI outlets, breakers, light fixtures and ceiling fans, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarm installation, whole-home surge protection and generator repair for Generac and other major generator brands.
Older homes
We work on older homes with fuse boxes, Federal Pacific or Zinsco panels, knob and tube wiring and two-prong outlets. Some problems are a simple repair. Others point to a panel upgrade or rewiring, and the electrician explains your options and the price before any work.
How much does electrical repair cost?
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Electrical visit | $179, which includes a 30-minute diagnostic |
| Standard outlet replacement | $104 |
| Breaker replacement | $171 |
| Ceiling fan replacement | $495 |
| Smoke detector replacement | $46.50 ($36 for Home Comfort Club members) |
| Other repairs | Priced by the electrician before any work starts |
What changes the price of other repairs: access, how many devices are involved, damage found behind a device, and whether the job needs a permit.
Third-party benchmark, not our prices: Angi reports a national average of $349 to hire an electrician, with most jobs between $163 and $536 (2026 data, read November 2026).
Offers, financing and membership
Right now you get 10% off electrical service or repair. See current offers. Payment plans are available through Salal Credit Union and Synchrony, starting at $179/month*. See financing. Home Comfort Club electrical members get a yearly electrical inspection with documented observations and pay less on repairs. See Comfort Club plans.
*Subject to credit approval.
Permits for electrical repairs in Washington
Swapping a like-for-like part usually needs no permit. Washington's electrical rules exempt the like-in-kind replacement of a branch circuit breaker, up to five switches or outlets, single-family home light fixtures, and line voltage smoke or carbon monoxide alarms (WAC 296-46B-901).
New circuits, moved outlets, panel work and most other changes need an electrical permit and inspection. We pull the permit when the job needs one. Washington L&I issues most permits. Some cities issue their own, including Seattle, Bellevue, Everett, Kirkland, Redmond and Renton, and Tacoma Power issues them in the Tacoma area.
How an electrical repair visit works
- Book by phone at (425) 645-0404 or online, 24/7.
- An electrician arrives during business hours, with same-day service when possible.
- The electrician runs the diagnostic.
- You get the price before any work starts.
- The electrician makes the repair, pulls a permit if the job needs one, and tests the circuit.
- You get a walk-through of what was found and fixed.
A recent electrical repair in Issaquah
In October 2026 an Issaquah homeowner lost power to their kitchen and dining room and could not find a tripped breaker in the main panel. Our electrician traced the two rooms to a separate panel outside, the one that feeds the circuits a backup generator can run, and found the kitchen and dining breaker tripped there.
Homes with a standby generator often have a second panel like this, and it is the first place we look when a room goes dark and the main panel looks fine.
Where we do electrical repairs
Our electricians work from our Redmond, Everett and Bremerton branches and our Sumner headquarters. Local electrician pages: Seattle, Tacoma, Bellevue, Redmond, Everett, Kirkland, Bremerton, Renton, Lynnwood, Issaquah, Federal Way, Des Moines, Kenmore, Gig Harbor, Monroe, Silverdale, Olympia, Port Orchard, Duvall. See all service areas.
Electrical repair FAQ
How much does an electrician charge to come out?
Our electrical visit is $179, which includes a 30-minute diagnostic. The electrician finds the problem and gives you the price for the fix before any work starts. Common repairs have fixed prices, such as $104 for a standard outlet replacement and $171 for a breaker replacement.
How much does it cost to replace a circuit breaker?
A breaker replacement is $171 with Home Comfort Alliance. If the breaker trips because of a fault on the circuit, the electrician finds and fixes that first, because a new breaker will trip for the same reason. If the panel itself is worn out or recalled, we explain your panel options.
Why does my breaker keep tripping?
A breaker trips to protect the wiring. The usual causes are too many devices on one circuit, a short circuit, a ground fault, or a worn breaker. Unplug a few devices and reset it once. If it trips again, leave it off and book an electrician. Do not hold it on or swap in a bigger breaker.
Why won't my GFCI outlet reset?
A GFCI outlet shuts off power when it senses current leaking to ground, often from moisture or a faulty appliance. Unplug everything on it and press reset. If it will not reset, or trips again right away, the outlet or something on the circuit needs a repair. One GFCI outlet can protect other outlets down the line, so check nearby GFCI outlets when a bathroom, kitchen or outdoor outlet is dead.
Is a warm outlet or switch dangerous?
An outlet, switch or panel that feels warm, buzzes or shows scorch marks can mean a loose or failing connection. Stop using it and book a repair. If you see smoke or flames or smell burning, leave the house and call 911.
Half my house has no power. Is it the utility?
It can be. Check your panel first for a tripped main or branch breaker. If breakers are fine and neighbors have power, the problem may be on the line between your home and the utility. Call your utility first: PSE at 1-888-225-5773, Tacoma Power at 253-502-8602, Snohomish PUD at 425-783-1001, or Seattle City Light at (206) 684-3000. Never touch the service mast or a downed line.
Do I need a permit to replace an outlet or a breaker?
Usually not, if it is a like-for-like swap. Washington exempts the like-in-kind replacement of a branch circuit breaker, up to five switches or outlets, home light fixtures and line voltage smoke or CO alarms from electrical permits. New circuits, moved outlets and panel work need a permit. L&I issues most permits, and some cities such as Seattle, Bellevue and Redmond issue their own. Tacoma Power issues them in the Tacoma area.
Do you offer emergency or after-hours electrical repair?
No. You can book 24/7 by phone or online. Our electricians work Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with same-day service when possible. For smoke, fire or a downed line, call 911.
Do you replace smoke and carbon monoxide alarms?
Yes. A smoke detector replacement is $46.50, or $36 for Home Comfort Club members. We also install carbon monoxide alarms; ask for a price when you book.
Do you repair wiring in older homes?
Yes. We work on older homes with fuse boxes, Federal Pacific or Zinsco panels, knob and tube wiring and two-prong outlets. Some problems are a simple repair. Others point to a panel upgrade or rewiring, and the electrician explains your options and the price before any work.
Are your electricians licensed and insured?
Yes. Home Comfort Alliance holds WA Electrical Contractor Lic. #HOMECCA782DC and WA Contractor Reg. #HOMECCA785BD, and is licensed, bonded and insured in Washington. You can check both on L&I's Verify a Contractor tool.
Why Choose Home Comfort Alliance for Electrical Repair?
Your Comfort is Our Promise
Reliable heating, air conditioning, plumbing and electrical service, all from one trusted company.
To educate and guide you through your options so you’ll find the right solution at the right price.
Knowledgeable and respectful workers who ensure both your own comfort during every visit, and lasting comfort from your home systems.
Outstanding service, communication, and follow-up, so your home is comfortable now and for years to come.
Book an electrical repair
Tell us what is happening and when it started, and our team will set up a visit with an electrician.
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