Something stopped working, keeps tripping, or doesn’t feel right. Stickler’s Electrical Service handles electrical repair for homeowners in Hickory, NC and across the Catawba Valley. We find the real cause, tell you what it will cost before we start, and fix it right.

 Electrical Problems We Repair

  • Outlets or switches that have stopped working
  • Breakers that keep tripping or won’t reset (see circuit breaker repair)
  • Flickering or dimming lights
  • Warm, discolored, or scorched outlets and switches
  • GFCI outlets that won’t reset
  • Buzzing, crackling, or humming from outlets or the panel
  • Part of the house with no power
  • Damaged or outdated wiring (see circuits and wiring)
  • Storm and power surge damage (see surge protection)

When It’s an Emergency

Some problems shouldn’t wait. If you see sparks, smell burning, find a scorched outlet or panel, or have water near electrical equipment, turn off the main breaker if it’s safe to reach and call us right away. We’re available 24/7 for true electrical emergencies. If there’s a fire, call 911 first.

How We Handle a Repair

  1. Diagnose first. We find the cause before replacing anything, so you don’t pay for parts you don’t need.
  2. Explain it plainly. We show you what’s wrong and what the options are.
  3. Price it upfront. You get the price before work begins.
  4. Fix it to code. We pull a permit and schedule inspection when the work requires one.

When a Repair Isn’t Enough

Sometimes a repeating problem points to something bigger, like an aging panel. If your panel is the cause, we’ll tell you honestly. See our electrical panel installation page and what a panel upgrade costs in Hickory.

Electrical Repair Near You

We serve Hickory, Conover, Newton, Maiden, Granite Falls, Lenoir, Morganton, and communities across the Catawba Valley. See the full list on our service areas page. Common Questions

Can I fix an electrical problem myself?

Simple jobs like swapping a light bulb are fine. Anything involving wiring, outlets, or the panel carries a shock and fire risk, and it’s best left to a licensed electrician.

Why does my breaker keep tripping?

Usually an overloaded circuit, a loose connection, or a failing breaker. Repeated tripping on the same circuit is a warning sign, so have it checked instead of resetting it again.

Is a flickering light dangerous?

Sometimes it’s just a bad bulb, but flickering throughout the house, or paired with a burning smell or warm switches, can point to a loose connection or other wiring problem that needs attention.

Call (828) 610-1894 for Electrical Repair