Electrical Troubleshooting & Repair in Newnan, GA

Electrical problems rarely fix themselves. A breaker that keeps tripping, lights that flicker, an outlet that stops working or a faint burning smell are all signs that something in the system needs attention. Good troubleshooting finds the real cause instead of swapping parts and hoping, so the repair is safe and it lasts.

Shocking Electric Solutions, Inc. is a family-owned, licensed electrical contractor based at 1002 Highway 16 W, Suite A in Newnan. We diagnose and repair electrical problems for homeowners in Newnan, Coweta County and nearby communities. Want a free estimate? Book online, call (678) 552-9399, or text (470) 516-7261.

Electrical emergency? Call or text us anytime. See what to do first and how we handle urgent repairs.

Common Electrical Problems We Fix

Pick the symptom that matches what you are seeing to learn more about the likely causes and what to do next.

• Breaker keeps tripping: overloaded circuits, shorts, ground faults and worn breakers
• Breaker trips when an appliance runs: microwaves, space heaters, window units and other heavy loads
• Lights flickering: loose connections, incompatible dimmers and circuit problems
• Outlet not working: tripped GFCIs, loose wires and failed receptacles
• Power out in one room: a single circuit, GFCI or connection problem
• Half the house lost power: service, meter or main breaker problems
• Burning smell from an outlet and burning smell from the panel: overheating connections that need attention now
• Electrical panel buzzing: loose connections and failing breakers
• Outlet sparks when plugging in: worn contacts, loose wiring or a damaged plug
• GFCI keeps tripping and GFCI will not reset
• Light switch not working: worn switches, loose connections and failed fixtures
• Light fixture and ceiling fan repair

Not sure what you are looking at? See the signs your house has electrical problems.

Safety First: What to Do Right Away

• If you see smoke, sparks or flames, leave the house and call 911.
• If an outlet, switch or the panel feels hot or smells like burning, stop using it and turn off that breaker if you can do so safely.
• Reset a tripped breaker once. If it trips again, leave it off and call us.
• If your neighbors are out too, contact your utility first.
• Don’t open the panel cover or take apart outlets and switches yourself.

Our Diagnostic Process

Electrical problems should never be approached with guesswork. The visible symptom is often not where the problem is. A dead outlet may come from a loose connection at another outlet on the same circuit, and flickering lights may trace back to a switch, a fixture, a shared neutral or the panel. We test until we find the cause, then fix that.

1. Listen: we ask what you noticed, when it started, and which rooms, outlets or appliances are affected.
2. Test: we check voltage, outlets, switches and breakers with proper meters and testers.
3. Trace: we follow the circuit to find where power is lost, overloaded or interrupted, including connections in boxes and at the panel.
4. Explain: we tell you what we found, what it will take to fix and the price, before any repair work begins.
5. Repair and verify: we make the repair, then retest the circuit to confirm it is safe and working.

What Affects a Repair

Every repair is different. These are the things that shape the work and the estimate:

• The type and complexity of the problem
• How long it takes to find the cause
• How easy it is to reach the wiring, device or panel
• The condition of the existing wiring and components
• Whether code updates or added protection such as GFCI or AFCI are required
• The parts needed, from standard devices to specialty breakers

Accurate diagnosis is what keeps you from paying twice for the same problem.

Problems We See in Older and Newer Homes

Around Newnan, we troubleshoot everything from homes built decades ago to new construction. Older homes often have two-prong outlets with no ground, cloth-insulated or aluminum branch wiring, overloaded circuits, fuse boxes, and connections that have loosened over the years. Newer homes have their own issues: back-stabbed outlets that lose contact, AFCI and GFCI breakers that trip when a device or wiring fault is present, and circuits loaded with more electronics than they were planned for.

Either way, the approach is the same. We test, find the cause and explain it in plain language. If the fix is simple, we do it. If the problem points to a larger issue, like a failing panel or damaged wiring inside a wall, we show you what we found and give you your options before any work begins.

When the Problem Is the Panel or the Wiring

Some problems point beyond a single outlet or switch: breakers that trip in several rooms, lights that dim when the HVAC starts, a panel that is warm or buzzing, or an older fuse box or panel brand with a poor safety record. In those cases, the fix may be a breaker or panel repair, an electrical panel upgrade, or updating old wiring. We’ll explain the options plainly and recommend only what your home needs.

Permits and Utilities in Newnan and Coweta County

Many repairs do not need a permit, but panel work, new circuits and larger wiring repairs can. Inside Newnan city limits, permits and inspections go through the City of Newnan Building Department. In unincorporated Coweta County, they go through Coweta County Building Permits and Inspections. Depending on your address, your power comes from Georgia Power, Newnan Utilities or Coweta-Fayette EMC, and we coordinate with your utility when a repair involves the meter or service.

Why Choose Shocking Electric Solutions

• Licensed Georgia electrical contractor, GA License EN216120
• Family owned, serving Newnan and nearby communities since 2008
• 2-year workmanship warranty
• Free estimates, with the price explained before repair work begins
• Rated 4.9 stars on Google
• Every repair retested before we leave

Same-day and next-day appointments often available. Call or text and we’ll get you scheduled fast.

Related Electrical Services

• All Residential Electrical Services
• Urgent & Emergency Electrical Repair
• Electrical Panel Upgrades
• Outlet & GFCI Services
• Lighting Installation
• Light Fixture & Ceiling Fan Repair

Electrical Troubleshooting in Nearby Areas

We serve Newnan and all of Coweta County, including East Newnan, Senoia, Sharpsburg, Moreland, Grantville, Turin and Haralson, and communities within about 40 miles such as Peachtree City, Tyrone, Fayetteville, Carrollton, Riverdale and south Atlanta.

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Electrical Troubleshooting FAQ

Why does my breaker keep tripping?

A breaker trips to protect the circuit. The usual causes are too many things running on one circuit, a short circuit, a ground fault, or a breaker that is wearing out. If it trips again after you reset it once, leave it off and have the circuit checked.

Why do my lights flicker?

A loose bulb or a dimmer that is not rated for LED bulbs is the simplest cause. Flickering in several rooms, or when a large appliance starts, can point to a loose connection, an overloaded circuit or a problem at the panel or service, and should be checked.

Why did one room or half of my house lose power?

Power out in one room is often a tripped breaker or GFCI, or a loose connection at an outlet or switch. When half the house loses power, the cause is often a problem with one leg of the incoming service, the main breaker or the meter. Contact your utility if neighbors are out too, then call us.

What should I do if I smell burning from an outlet or the panel?

Stop using the outlet, turn off the breaker for that circuit if you can do so safely, and call a licensed electrician. If you see smoke or flames, leave the house and call 911.

Is a buzzing electrical panel dangerous?

A faint hum can be normal, but loud buzzing, crackling, heat or a burning smell at the panel can mean a loose connection or a failing breaker. Do not open the panel cover yourself. Call us to have it inspected.

Can I troubleshoot electrical problems myself?

You can safely reset a tripped breaker once, press the reset button on a GFCI, and check whether a lamp or appliance is the problem. Anything that involves opening outlets, switches or the panel should be left to a licensed electrician.

How much does electrical troubleshooting cost?

It depends on the problem, how long it takes to find, how easy the wiring is to reach, and the parts the repair needs. We explain what we found and the price before any repair work begins, and estimates are free.

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