A&B Electrical Service Contractors has been the go-to electrician for Cleburne homeowners and businesses since 2009. We handle everything from a single dead outlet to a full commercial wiring project, and we keep the process straightforward from the first call to the final test. Whether you own a home, rent out a property, manage a commercial building, or run a business in Johnson County, we are ready to help. Same-day appointments are available, and we work weekends when the job can't wait. Call (682) 496-2395 for a quote before any work begins.
We answer the phone. We dispatch the electrician. We keep it simple.
Staying ahead of electrical problems keeps your home safe. Flickering lights, dead outlets, and breakers that trip and won't reset are not just inconveniences. They are often early signs of a wiring problem, an overloaded circuit, or a failing breaker that needs attention before it becomes a hazard.
When you call us for an electrical repair, a licensed electrician comes out, listens to what you've noticed, and starts with a proper diagnosis. We don't guess. We test the circuit, check the panel, and trace the problem to its source. Common visits cover tripping breakers, outlets that have gone dead, lights that flicker under load, and circuits that fail intermittently. We also install and test GFCI and AFCI protection where code requires it, and we check grounding and bonding to make sure the system is safe from end to end.
Work performed by licensed electricians means the repair is done right the first time. We'll trace it, fix it, and test it before we leave.
Our electricians know the homes and wiring in this area, and a big part of what we do every week is the installation and replacement work that keeps kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor spaces functional and safe.
Choosing the right electrical fix is easier than it sounds, especially when you have someone who knows what to look for. We install standard outlets, GFCI outlets in kitchens and bathrooms, AFCI outlets in bedrooms, weatherproof and outdoor outlets, USB outlets, and garage outlets wired to handle the load. On the switch side, we handle standard replacements, dimmer switches for living areas and bedrooms, and switch upgrades when a box is outdated or overloaded. Every installation is up to current code and tested before we pack up.
We handle light fixture installation for every room and situation. That includes recessed LED lighting, pendant and flush-mount fixtures, outdoor security lighting, and motion sensor lights for driveways and entryways. Ceiling fan installation is one of our most common calls, and we wire new fans from scratch or swap out an existing fixture. If there's no existing wiring where you want the fan, we run the circuit and make it work. The kind of electrical work neighbors pass along by word of mouth is exactly what we aim to deliver on every lighting and fan job.
Call us and the rest is on our crew.
Scheduling an electrician shouldn't be complicated, and neither should understanding why your panel might need attention. Older panels were designed for homes with far fewer electrical demands than a modern household places on them. If your home still has a 100-amp service, a panel full of double-tapped breakers, or a brand that has a known failure history, a panel upgrade is not just a convenience. It is a safety issue.
We handle 200-amp service upgrades, main panel replacements, and subpanel installations for homes and commercial properties throughout Johnson County. When we assess a panel, we run a load calculation to make sure the new service can carry everything you need, including modern appliances, EV chargers, and any planned additions. We also install arc-fault and ground-fault breakers during panel work, which adds a meaningful layer of protection to the circuits feeding bedrooms and kitchens.
We stand behind every circuit we touch, and that includes the panel work that keeps the whole system running safely. We'll take care of the circuits from here.
Older homes in and around Cleburne sometimes carry wiring that was never designed to last this long. Knob-and-tube wiring from the early and mid-twentieth century and aluminum branch-circuit wiring from the 1960s and 70s both present real safety concerns when left in place in a home that's been updated and loaded with modern appliances. We rewire homes from top to bottom, replacing old wiring with modern copper and bringing the system up to current code. If you're buying an older home and the inspection flagged the wiring, we can walk you through what needs to happen before you move in.
Scheduling a service call is simple, and so is the conversation about new wiring for a renovation or addition. We run dedicated circuits for dryers, ranges, dishwashers, and 240-volt appliances that need their own breaker. We wire garages, workshops, basements, and home additions from the panel out. Kitchen and bathroom remodels often need new circuits to meet current code, and we handle that work alongside the general contractor or on our own if you're managing the project yourself. Basement and sump-pump circuits are another common job, especially in areas where wet weather creates real drainage demands.
Call today and we'll set the appointment.
We're a local crew that answers when you call. Since 2009, we've built our schedule around residential and commercial clients across Johnson County who need electrical work done correctly and on time. Homeowners call us for repairs, upgrades, and new installations. Property managers and landlords rely on us to handle service calls quickly so tenants aren't left without power. Commercial clients, including retail shops, restaurants, and office buildings, count on us for wiring, panel work, and code-compliant installations that hold up under daily use.
Beyond repairs and panel work, we also perform electrical safety inspections for homeowners, buyers, and property managers who want to know exactly what they're working with. We install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and handle bathroom exhaust fan wiring as part of a broader service call or as a standalone job. Work performed by licensed electricians on every visit means the job meets code and the documentation holds up if you ever need it.
A local electrician homeowners rely on is what we've worked to be for the past seventeen years. Code-compliant wiring on every job is not a talking point for us. It is the standard.
Johnson County homes and businesses face a specific set of electrical demands. A four-season climate with heavy summer cooling loads, severe thunderstorms, and the occasional ice storm or tornado puts real pressure on panels, wiring, and anything plugged into a wall. These are the services we get called for most often when the weather turns or the grid takes a hit.
Many homes in and around Cleburne were built or last updated decades ago, and the panels that came with them were sized for a very different electrical load. Aging panels struggle to keep up with modern demands, and some older models have known safety issues tied to breaker failure or heat buildup. We replace outdated panels with properly sized modern equipment, install arc-fault and ground-fault breakers where required, and make sure the new service is rated for the load your home actually carries. For commercial properties, we handle panel upgrades that support expanded equipment, additional circuits, and code compliance for tenant buildouts.
Texas storm seasons are unpredictable, and the grid has shown it can fail when demand spikes or severe weather rolls through. A generator transfer switch is the electrical connection that makes a backup generator safe and legal to use. We install transfer switches for standby and portable generators, run the wiring from the panel to the connection point, and make sure the installation meets code so the generator can carry the circuits you need most when the power goes out. We handle the electrical side of the hookup. The result is a home or business that can keep the lights on when the rest of the neighborhood goes dark.
A single lightning strike or grid fluctuation can damage electronics, appliances, and HVAC equipment throughout a home. Whole-home surge protection installs at the main panel and catches voltage spikes before they reach your devices. It is one of the most practical upgrades we install, and it makes particular sense in an area that sees as many severe thunderstorms as Johnson County does. We can add surge protection during panel work or as a standalone installation any time you're ready.
Our electricians know the homes and wiring in this area, and EV charger installation is one of the fastest-growing requests we handle. A Level 2 home charger requires a dedicated 240-volt circuit and a breaker sized to the charger's output. We assess your panel capacity first, make sure there's room for the new circuit without overloading the service, and run the wiring to wherever the charger will mount in your garage or driveway. If the panel needs an upgrade to accommodate the new load, we handle that as part of the same project. We install chargers compatible with Tesla and all other major EV brands, and we make sure the installation is permitted and code-compliant.
Scheduling an electrician shouldn't be complicated, and pricing shouldn't be a surprise. We give you a quote before any work begins, and we explain what the job involves in plain language. There are no hidden fees added after the fact. Same-day service is available for repairs that can't wait, and we work weekends for jobs that don't fit a weekday schedule.
Honest quotes. Code-compliant work. Reliable power.
Call (682) 496-2395 today and we'll get you scheduled.
Cleburne is our home base, and we serve customers throughout Johnson County and the surrounding area. If you're in any of the following communities, we can get an electrician to you:
Whether you're just down the road or on the edge of the county, give us a call and we'll let you know when we can be there.
We serve Cleburne and the surrounding communities throughout Johnson County, including Burleson, Joshua, Alvarado, Keene, Crowley, Godley, Grandview, and Venus. If you are just outside that list, call us at (682) 496-2395 and we will let you know if we can reach you.
Yes. We work weekends for jobs that cannot wait for a weekday appointment. If you have a repair or installation that needs to happen on a Saturday or Sunday, call us and we will check availability and get you on the schedule.
We are available every day from 5:30 AM to 8:30 PM. If you are dealing with something that feels like a hazard, such as a burning smell near an outlet or sparks from a panel, call right away rather than waiting for a weekday opening.
Same-day appointments are available when the schedule allows. Call (682) 496-2395 early in the day to give us the best chance of getting someone out to you before the end of the day.
Call (682) 496-2395 and tell us what you are experiencing. We will ask a few questions about the situation, give you a clear picture of what to expect, and get you scheduled. We do not require a form or an online submission.
Yes. We give you a clear quote before any work begins, and we explain what the job involves in plain language. If something unexpected comes up once we are in the wall or the panel, we stop and explain it before we proceed.
Check your main breaker panel first to see if a breaker has tripped. If resetting it does not restore power, or if you notice any burning smell, heat, or visible damage near the panel, leave it alone and call us. A sudden partial outage can point to a failing breaker, a wiring fault, or a problem at the service entrance that needs a licensed electrician to diagnose safely.
We do not add surprise charges after the fact. If we open a wall or panel and find something beyond the original scope, we stop, explain what we found, and give you an updated quote before continuing. You decide how to proceed.
Someone should be available to let the electrician in and point out the work area. If you cannot be there in person, let us know when you call and we can discuss what arrangements make sense for your situation.
A repair visit focuses on diagnosing and fixing a specific problem, such as a tripping breaker or a dead outlet, and usually takes a few hours at most. A panel upgrade is a larger project that involves replacing your existing service equipment, running load calculations, and coordinating with the utility if the service entrance needs work. Both start the same way: a call, a quote, and a clear explanation of what the job involves.
The quote we give you before work starts covers the labor and standard materials for the job as described. We bring the parts most visits require so the job does not stall waiting on a supply run. If additional materials are needed beyond what was quoted, we tell you before we use them.
A&B Electrical Service Contractors has been handling residential and commercial electrical work in Cleburne since 2009, and every job we take on gets the same standard of care. We answer the phone. We dispatch the electrician. We keep it simple.
Call (682) 496-2395 for a quote on any electrical job, big or small. We're ready when you are.
From a single tripped breaker to a full panel upgrade, we handle the electrical work that keeps Cleburne homes and businesses running safely. The table below covers every service we offer, who it is best suited for, and a practical note to help you plan. If you have a question that is not answered here, call (682) 496-2395 and we will walk you through it.
| Electrical Service | What the Job Involves | Common Situations | What to Keep in Mind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basement & Sump-Pump Circuits | Dedicated sump-pump circuitBasement outlet installationGFCI protection in wet areasFinished basement wiring | Homeowners finishing a basement or adding reliable power for sump and utility equipment | A sump pump on a shared circuit risks losing power during a storm when the pump is needed most; a dedicated circuit removes that risk |
| Older-Home Rewiring | Knob-and-tube replacementAluminum branch-circuit rewiringFull home copper rewirePre-purchase wiring assessment | Owners of homes built before 1980 with original wiring still in place, or buyers flagged by a home inspection | Knob-and-tube and aluminum branch-circuit wiring both present safety concerns in homes carrying modern electrical loads; replacement brings the system up to current code |
| Outlet & Switch Installation | GFCI and AFCI outletsWeatherproof outdoor outletsDimmer switchesUSB outlet installation | Kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor areas needing code-compliant outlets or updated switches | GFCI protection is required by code in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor locations; we verify compliance on every install |
| Whole-Home Surge Protection | Panel-mounted surge deviceProtection for appliances and electronicsHVAC circuit protectionStandalone or panel-upgrade add-on | Any home in an area with frequent thunderstorms or grid fluctuations, which describes most of Johnson County | A whole-home surge device installs at the main panel and catches voltage spikes before they reach your devices; it can be added during panel work or on its own |
| Ceiling Fan Installation | New fan wiring from scratchFixture swap-outCircuit run where none existsFan and light kit wiring | Bedrooms, living rooms, and covered patios where no ceiling fan or wiring currently exists | If there is no existing wiring at the ceiling location, we run the circuit and make the install work from the panel out |
| Electrical Panel Upgrades | 200-amp service upgradeMain panel replacementSubpanel installationArc-fault and GFCI breaker installation | Homes with a 100-amp service, older panel brands with known issues, or any panel that cannot keep up with modern load | We run a load calculation before sizing the new panel so the service is rated for what your home actually carries, including EV chargers and future additions |
| Dedicated Appliance Circuits | Dryer and range circuitsDishwasher wiring240-volt appliance hookupsSump-pump circuits | Kitchens, laundry rooms, and basements where a major appliance needs its own breaker | Running a dedicated circuit prevents overloads and meets manufacturer requirements for most large appliances |
| Electrical Safety Inspections | Panel and wiring assessmentGrounding and bonding checkGFCI and AFCI verificationPre-purchase or landlord inspection | Homebuyers, landlords, and property managers who want a clear picture of the electrical system before a sale or tenancy | An inspection gives you documentation of the system's condition; if issues come up, we explain them in plain language before any repair decision is made |
| Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting | Dead outletsFlickering lightsIntermittent circuit failuresTripping breakers | Homeowners and tenants dealing with a sudden or recurring electrical problem | A proper diagnosis comes first; we test the circuit and trace the fault before any repair work begins |
| Wiring for Additions & Remodels | Kitchen and bathroom remodel wiringRoom addition circuitsNew construction rough-inCode updates for remodeled spaces | Homeowners and contractors adding square footage or remodeling a kitchen or bathroom | Remodeled kitchens and bathrooms often require new circuits to meet current code; we coordinate with your general contractor or work independently |
| EV Charger Installation | Dedicated 240-volt circuitPanel capacity assessmentCharger mounting and wiringCompatible with all major EV brands | EV owners who want a Level 2 home charger in the garage or driveway | We check panel capacity before running the circuit; if an upgrade is needed to support the new load, we handle both in one visit |
| Breaker & Fuse Repair | Breaker replacementFuse panel assessmentBreaker that won't resetDouble-tapped breaker correction | Homes with a breaker that trips repeatedly or will not hold a reset | A breaker that trips under normal load often signals an overloaded circuit or a failing breaker, not just a nuisance |
| Lighting Installation | Recessed LED lightingOutdoor security lightsMotion sensor fixturesPendant and flush-mount fixtures | Homeowners updating interior lighting or adding outdoor security and safety lighting | Outdoor lighting tied to motion sensors or timers adds both security and convenience without a significant load increase |
| Wiring & Circuit Installation | New circuit runsGarage and workshop wiringBasement wiringCode-compliant branch circuits | Homeowners finishing a space or adding circuits for a workshop, garage, or home office | New circuits require a permit and inspection in most jurisdictions; we handle that process as part of the job |
| Backup Generator Installation | Transfer switch installationPanel-to-generator wiringPortable and standby generator hookupCircuit selection for critical loads | Homeowners and businesses in Johnson County who need reliable power during storm outages | A transfer switch is required by code to safely connect a generator; we handle the electrical side of the hookup from panel to connection point |
How do I know if my panel needs to be upgraded?
A few signs point clearly toward a panel upgrade. If your home still has a 100-amp service, if breakers trip regularly under normal use, if you notice double-tapped breakers inside the panel, or if the panel brand has a known history of breaker failure, it is worth having us take a look. Older panels were sized for homes with far fewer appliances and devices than a modern household runs. We assess the panel, run a load calculation, and give you a clear picture of what the system can and cannot handle before recommending anything.
Why does my breaker keep tripping?
A breaker that trips repeatedly is usually telling you one of three things: the circuit is carrying more load than it was designed for, a device on that circuit has a fault, or the breaker itself is worn and no longer holding properly. We test the circuit and the breaker before drawing any conclusions. In some cases the fix is as simple as redistributing the load; in others the breaker needs to be replaced or the circuit needs to be upgraded to handle what you are running on it.
What does flickering or dimming lights usually mean?
Occasional flicker when a large appliance starts up is normal. Persistent flickering, dimming across multiple rooms, or lights that dim when nothing obvious is running can point to a loose connection, an overloaded circuit, or a problem at the panel. In some cases it signals a failing breaker or a wiring issue that needs attention before it becomes a hazard. We trace the problem to its source rather than guessing at a fix.
Upfront Quotes With No Surprise Fees
We give you a clear quote before any work begins. If something unexpected comes up once we are in the wall or the panel, we stop and explain it before we proceed.
Is the electrical work permitted and inspected?
Yes. Work that requires a permit, including panel upgrades, new circuits, and whole-home rewiring, is pulled and inspected through the appropriate local authority. Permitted work protects you at resale and confirms the installation meets current code. We handle the permit process as part of the job so you do not have to manage it yourself.
Is older wiring in my home a safety concern?
It depends on the type and condition. Knob-and-tube wiring from the early and mid-twentieth century and aluminum branch-circuit wiring from the 1960s and 1970s both present real concerns when left in a home carrying modern electrical loads. Neither was designed for the number of devices and appliances a household runs today. If a home inspection flagged the wiring, or if you simply do not know what type of wiring your older home has, an inspection gives you the information you need to make a decision.
What does a home EV charger installation involve?
A Level 2 home charger runs on a dedicated 240-volt circuit with a breaker sized to the charger's output. We start by checking your panel to confirm there is capacity for the new circuit. If the panel is already at its limit, we discuss an upgrade as part of the same project. We run the wiring to wherever the charger will mount, typically in the garage or near the driveway, and make sure the installation is permitted and code-compliant. We work with chargers compatible with Tesla and all other major EV brands.
Work Performed by Licensed Electricians
Every job, from a single outlet replacement to a full panel upgrade, is handled by licensed electricians who know the code and the work.
How does backup generator hookup work?
A generator transfer switch is the electrical connection that makes a backup generator safe and legal to use. Without one, connecting a generator to your home's wiring creates a backfeed hazard for utility workers and can damage your equipment. We install the transfer switch, run the wiring from the panel to the connection point, and make sure the installation meets code. We handle the electrical side of the hookup for both portable and standby generators. The result is a system that can carry the circuits you need most when the power goes out.
Do I need to be home when the electrician arrives?
Someone should be available to let us in and point out the work area. If you cannot be there in person, let us know when you call and we can talk through what arrangements make sense for your situation. For larger jobs like panel upgrades or rewiring projects, having someone on site for at least part of the visit helps things move efficiently.
Same-Day and Weekend Availability
We answer the phone, we get you scheduled, and we work weekends for jobs that cannot wait. Same-day appointments are available when the schedule allows.
How does your pricing and quoting process work?
We give you a quote before any work begins and explain what the job involves in plain language. If we open a wall or panel and find something beyond the original scope, we stop, explain what we found, and give you an updated quote before continuing. You decide how to proceed. There are no charges added after the fact without your knowledge.
Is same-day service available in Cleburne?
Same-day appointments are available when the schedule allows. Calling early in the day gives us the best chance of getting someone out to you before the end of the day. We also work weekends for jobs that cannot wait for a weekday opening. If you are dealing with something that feels like a hazard, such as a burning smell near an outlet or sparks from a panel, call right away rather than waiting.
What is whole-home surge protection and is it worth it?
A whole-home surge protection device installs at the main panel and intercepts voltage spikes before they travel through your wiring to your devices and appliances. A single lightning strike or grid fluctuation can damage electronics, appliances, and the equipment that runs your heating and cooling. In Johnson County, where severe thunderstorms are a regular part of the weather calendar, it is one of the more practical upgrades we install. We can add it during panel work or as a standalone installation any time you are ready.
Call (682) 496-2395 and tell us what you are working with; we will give you a straight answer and get you on the schedule.
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