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Lighting Circuit Rewiring in Alexandria, VA

We fix flickering, buzzing, and badly wired lighting — including recessed lights in plaster ceilings.

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When the lights misbehave

Flickering lights. Switches that buzz. A dimmer that makes LEDs strobe like a haunted house. Dead switches nobody can explain. These are lighting circuit problems, and in Alexandria's older homes they're usually caused by decades of splices, undersized wire, or dimmers fighting modern bulbs.

The plaster-ceiling fear

"I want recessed lights, but I won't let anyone cut up my plaster ceiling." We hear it weekly. Here's the truth: we cut precise holes with dust control, fish wire between joists from the attic or below, and the ceiling looks untouched when we're done — except now it has beautiful light. Plaster is workable. It just takes patience and the right tools.

Dimmers and LEDs

Old dimmers were built for incandescent bulbs. Put LEDs on them and you get flicker, buzz, and bulbs that won't dim below 30%. The fix is an LED-rated dimmer matched to your bulbs — a small job that transforms a room. We stock the ones that actually work and test every switch before we leave.

Three-way switches done right

Hallways and staircases need three-way switches — control from both ends. Old three-ways are often miswired, which is why the switches "only work sometimes." We rewire them properly and label everything. No more switch voodoo.

Lights flickering, buzzing, or just ugly? Call (301) 679-9193 for a free lighting inspection. We'll sort the circuits and the fixtures in one visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do my LED bulbs flicker on the dimmer?

Your dimmer was designed for old incandescent bulbs. LEDs need an LED-rated dimmer — different electronics entirely. Swapping the dimmer (not the bulbs) fixes it 90% of the time.

Can you add recessed lights to my plaster ceiling?

Yes. We cut clean holes, fish wire through the joist bays, and install IC-rated LED retrofits safe against insulation. Most rooms take a day.

What causes lights to dim when the AC starts?

A brief dim on AC startup is normal — big motors draw hard for a split second. But if lights dim when the microwave runs, your circuits are overloaded and need attention.

My switches buzz. Is that dangerous?

A faint buzz from a dimmer can be normal. A loud buzz, heat, or a burning smell is not — that's arcing or an overloaded switch. Call us and don't use it until we check.

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