Services Explained 

 What Is It? 

Your electrical service brings power from the street into your home. This includes the outside wiring, meter, and equipment that delivers electricity safely to your electrical panel. In many homes throughout Connecticut’s shoreline communities this equipment may need to be upgraded or replaced as homes age or electrical needs grow.

A service upgrade increases how much power your home can handle 

 

A service replacement repairs or replaces worn or damaged service equipment 

 

Homes often need service upgrades when adding renovations, air conditioning, electric vehicle chargers, or other modern electrical systems. Especially in older homes common throughout the Connecticut shoreline. 

 

Common service sizes include: 

 

60 amp – small cottages or older homes 

100 amp – small homes 

200 amp – standard for most modern homes 

400 amp – larger homes with higher power needs 

 

The higher the amp rating, the more electricity your home can safely use.

 

How Lighthouse Electric Helps 

We evaluate your existing service and recommend the right solution based on your home’s needs, not guesswork. 

 

Our service includes: 

• Assessing your current electrical service 

• Recommending the correct service size 

• Upgrading or replacing service equipment safely 

• Replacing exterior wiring or meter components when needed 

• Coordinating with the utility company 

Ensuring everything meets current safety and code standards We focus on clean work, clear communication, and long-term reliability so your electrical service is safe and ready for the future.

What Is It?

Outlet installation involves adding new electrical outlets or updating existing ones so your home can safely and conveniently support the way you use electricity every day.

Outlets are essential for powering appliances, electronics, and equipment and having them in the right locations makes a big difference in both safety and comfort. In many homes, especially older ones throughout the Connecticut shoreline, outlets may be limited, inconveniently placed, or not designed to support modern electrical needs.

Common outlet installations include:

• Dishwasher and appliance outlets
   

• Outlets in kitchen islands
   

• Floor outlets
   

• TV and media outlets
   

• Outlets for equipment or specialty use
   

Adding outlets where they’re needed helps reduce the use of extension cords, improves functionality, and supports safe electrical use throughout the home.

 

How Lighthouse Electric Helps

At Lighthouse Electric, we help homeowners throughout the Connecticut shoreline plan outlet locations that make everyday life easier while keeping safety a top priority.

We help by:

• Discussing how you use each space and where outlets would be most helpful
   

• Adding outlets in convenient, code-compliant locations
   

• Installing outlets for appliances, TVs, and equipment
   

• Ensuring proper circuit capacity for new outlets

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• Making sure all work meets current safety and electrical code standards
   

Whether you’re remodeling a kitchen, setting up a home office, or simply need more accessible power, we take the time to install outlets cleanly, thoughtfully, and in a way that fits your home.

If you have outlet needs that are not listed we’re also always happy to talk it through and help find the right solution.

What Is It?

Electrical troubleshooting and repairs focus on identifying why something isn’t working properly and fixing it safely. This can include issues like lights not turning on, flickering lights, outlets that stop working, or equipment that isn’t receiving the correct power.

Troubleshooting is about finding the root cause of the problem, not just addressing the symptom. Electrical issues can stem from wiring problems, voltage issues, faulty connections, or aging components, and properly diagnosing them is key to a reliable fix.

Common issues we help with include:

• Lights that don’t work or flicker
   

• Outlets or circuits that stop providing power
   

• Equipment not receiving proper voltage
   

• Electrical issues affecting heating systems, such as electric baseboard heat
   

• Intermittent or unexplained power problems
   

 

How Lighthouse Electric Helps

At Lighthouse Electric, we take a methodical, thorough approach to troubleshooting so problems are fixed correctly not temporarily.

We help by:

• Carefully diagnosing the source of the electrical issue
   

• Checking voltage, connections, and circuit integrity
   

• Explaining what’s happening in clear, straightforward terms
   

• Repairing faulty wiring, devices, or components as needed
   

• Restoring safe, reliable power to affected areas
   

• Making sure all repairs meet current safety and electrical code standards
   

Our goal is to resolve issues efficiently while making sure you understand what was causing the problem and how it was fixed. We focus on clean repairs, clear communication, and solutions you can feel confident in.

What Is It?

Car charger installation allows you to safely and conveniently charge an electric vehicle at home or at a commercial property. As more drivers across Connecticut and the shoreline area switch to electric vehicles, having a properly installed charging solution makes daily charging easier and more reliable.

There are a few different ways car chargers can be installed, depending on how and where you plan to use them:

• Hardwired car chargers – A dedicated electrical connection runs directly from your electrical panel to the charging unit. This option is ideal if the charger will stay in one location permanently.
   

• NEMA 14-50 outlet installations – A high-amp specialty outlet that allows you to plug in a portable car charger. This option offers flexibility if you travel or split time between homes, making it easy to take your charger with you.
   

• Commercial charging stations – Charging stations installed at commercial properties, such as plazas or shared parking areas, where multiple users can charge their vehicles.
   

The right option depends on how often you charge, where the charger will be used, and whether flexibility or permanence is more important to you.

 

How Lighthouse Electric Helps

At Lighthouse Electric, we help homeowners and businesses throughout Old Saybrook and the surrounding Connecticut shoreline communities choose and install car charging solutions that fit their needs today and into the future.

We help by:

• Discussing how and where you plan to charge your vehicle
   

• Recommending the right charging option for your situation
   

• Installing hardwired car chargers safely and cleanly
   

• Installing NEMA 14-50 outlets for portable charging setups
   

• Installing commercial charging stations for shared or public use
   

• Ensuring your electrical panel can safely support the added load
   

• Completing all work to current safety and electrical code standards
   

Whether you want a dedicated home charger or a flexible setup you can take with you, we focus on making the installation straightforward, safe, and reliable.

If you’re considering a car charger installation and aren’t sure which option makes the most sense, we’re happy to answer questions and help you decide.

What Is It?

Lighting installation includes adding, replacing, or updating light fixtures throughout your home both indoors and outdoors. This can range from installing new fixtures to improving how a space is lit and how lighting is controlled.

Common lighting projects include:

• Installing light fixtures
   

• Recessed lighting (ceiling “can” lights)
   

• Under-cabinet lighting
   

• Indoor and outdoor lighting
   

• Adding or relocating light switches
   

Lighting plays a big role in how a room looks, feels, and functions. Even small changes can make a noticeable difference.

 

How Lighthouse Electric Helps

At Lighthouse Electric, we enjoy working closely with homeowners to create lighting that feels intentional, comfortable, and well-suited to each space. We’re especially experienced in custom lighting layouts, where the focus is on both general and accent lighting that complements the room.

We help by:

• Listening to how you use the space and what you want it to feel like
   

• Designing custom lighting layouts that enhance both function and atmosphere
   

• Recommending fixture types and placements that work best for the room
   

• Installing recessed lighting, fixtures, under-cabinet lighting, and adding or replacing anything that emits light indoor or outdoor cleanly and safely
   

• Adding or relocating switches for convenience and ease of use
   

• Ensuring all lighting is installed to current safety and code standards
   

If you’re considering a lighting project that isn’t listed above, we are happy to help(do I say we are still happy to help or we are happy to help too). Lighting needs vary from home to home, and we’re always glad to talk through ideas, answer questions, and find the right solution for your space

What Is It?

Generator installation allows your home to safely receive power during an outage, helping keep essential systems running when utility power is unavailable.

There are a few different generator solutions depending on your needs and how you want the system to operate:

• Portable generator inlet – A generator inlet is installed on the outside of your home and allows you to plug in a portable generator. It’s called an inlet because power is being brought into the house. This option lets you power selected circuits when needed.
   

• Standby generator systems – These are permanently installed generators that automatically turn on when power is lost. Standby systems can be sized to power essential circuits or your entire home.
   

• Manual vs. automatic transfer switches
   

  • An automatic transfer switch detects when utility power goes out and switches to generator power automatically.
     

  • A manual transfer switch requires you to manually switch from utility power to generator power during an outage.
     

Generators can be powered by natural gas or propane, depending on your home and preferences.

 

How Lighthouse Electric Helps

At Lighthouse Electric, we help homeowners choose a generator solution that fits their home, lifestyle, and comfort level without overcomplicating the process.

We help by:

• Talking through your power needs and explaining available options
   

• Installing generator inlets for portable generators
   

• Installing standby generator systems with manual or automatic transfer switches
   

• Sizing systems to power essential circuits or the entire home
   

• Installing panel interlocks to ensure utility power and generator power cannot operate at the same time
   

• Coordinating safe, code-compliant connections
   

• Making sure everything is installed cleanly, safely, and to current standards
   

Our goal is to make sure your generator system is easy to use, reliable, and installed with safety as the top priority.

If you’re unsure which generator option is right for your home, we’re happy to answer questions and help you find a solution that makes sense for you

What Is It?

A/C and heat electrical connections provide the power needed for your heating and cooling systems to operate safely and reliably. These systems rely on several electrical components working together to deliver comfort throughout your home. In many homes across Connecticut’s shoreline communities, proper electrical connections are especially important for handling seasonal heating and cooling demands.

Key parts of a heating and cooling system include:

• Condensers – Outdoor units that produce heating or cooling
   

• Disconnects – Safety switches installed near the condenser so power can be shut off during servicing
   

• Air handlers – Indoor units that move heated or cooled air through ductwork
   

• Mini-split or split heads – Wall-mounted units that provide heating or cooling to specific rooms
   

Electrical lines run from your panel to each of these components, ensuring they receive the correct power and can be safely serviced when needed.

 

How Lighthouse Electric Helps

At Lighthouse Electric, we provide electrical connections for heating and cooling systems in homes throughout the Connecticut shoreline area, working closely with homeowners and HVAC professionals to ensure everything is installed correctly.

We help by:

• Installing disconnects for outdoor condensers to allow safe servicing and running the line between the panel and the disconnect so the condenser can be shut off
   

• Running electrical lines from the panel to condensers, air handlers, and mini-split heads
   

• Coordinating with HVAC installers to ensure smooth system operation
   

• Making sure all work meets current Connecticut safety and electrical code standards
   

• Completing clean, organized installations designed for long-term reliability
   

Whether you’re installing a new system or upgrading an existing one, we focus on dependable electrical work that supports safe, efficient heating and cooling.