Flickering lights, tripping breakers, a panel that's full? Call an electrician.
Brightline Electric handles repairs, panel upgrades, EV chargers, generators and new lighting for homes in and around Columbus.
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Panels, circuits, wiring
Outlets and lighting
New outlets, switches, dimmers, ceiling fans and light fixtures, inside and out.
Panel upgrades
Replacing an old or full panel, adding circuits, and making room for new appliances.
EV chargers
Level 2 home chargers in the garage or by the driveway, on their own circuit.
Generators
Standby generator hookups, portable generator inlets and transfer switches.
Rewiring
Updating old wiring in older homes, and new circuits for additions and remodels.
Smoke and CO detectors
Hardwired smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, added or replaced.
Signs it's time to call an electrician.
Most electrical trouble gives a warning first. If any of these sound familiar, have someone take a look.
See smoke, sparks or scorch marks? Get everyone out and call 911 first.
- Lights flicker or dimEspecially when the AC, microwave or dryer kicks on.
- A breaker keeps trippingResetting it over and over doesn't fix what's tripping it.
- Warm or buzzing outletsA switch plate that feels warm, crackles or buzzes.
- A hot or burning smellHot plastic near an outlet, switch or the panel, with no clear source.
- Extension cords everywhereTwo-prong outlets, or too few of them, so cords never get unplugged.
- Something big is comingAn EV, a hot tub, a heat pump or a kitchen remodel can need more capacity.
Questions to ask your electrician.
Ask us these when you call. Ask anyone else you're comparing, too.
Does this job need a permit?
Ask whether the work needs a permit and inspection where you live, and who arranges it.
Can my panel handle it?
Before a charger, hot tub or big appliance, ask whether your panel has room or needs an upgrade.
What does the price cover?
Ask what's included: parts, patching walls, hauling old equipment away, a return trip if needed.
Will the power be off?
Ask how long, which rooms, and what to clear away from the panel before the visit.
Columbus and the towns around it
Not sure we come out to your street? Call and ask. It takes a minute.
Office
1450 Copperline Drive
Columbus, OH
Office hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM – 5 PM
- Sat 8 AM – 12 PM
- Sun closed
Questions we hear a lot.
Why does my breaker keep tripping?
Usually too much on one circuit, a short, or a fault in something plugged in. Try unplugging things on that circuit. If it still trips, stop resetting it and call.
Do I need a new panel for an EV charger?
Not always. It depends on your panel's size and what's already on it. Ask us to look at the panel when you book the charger.
How much will it cost?
It depends on the job. Describe it when you call or book, and ask how pricing works for what you need.
An outlet feels warm. What should I do?
Stop using it and unplug what's on it if you can do that safely. Switch off its breaker if you know which one it is, then call.
Can I book online instead of calling?
Yes. Use the booking form, tell us what's going on and leave the best number to reach you.