Probably fine?
Most electrical problems don’t announce themselves.
They age quietly, then show up at the worst possible time: a holiday, a heat wave, or 2:17 a.m. when nothing is open. These are the signs PCM hears about most, and what each one can point to.
Flickering or dimming lights
A loose connection at a fixture, switch, outlet or in the panel, or a circuit carrying more than it should. One bulb flickering is usually the bulb; a whole room or several rooms is worth a look.
Breakers that trip again and again
An overloaded circuit, a failing appliance, a short or ground fault, or a breaker that has worn out. Resetting it over and over is a guess. Finding the cause is the fix.
Hot or discolored switch plates
Heat at a device usually means a loose or failing connection. Stop using it and have it checked.
Buzzing from outlets, switches or wires
Arcing or a loose connection. Turn that circuit off at the breaker if you can do it safely, and call.
Sparks when you plug something in
A small spark at the plug can be normal. Repeated or large sparks, scorch marks or a burning smell are not.
Outlets that work only some of the time
A loose back-stabbed connection, a worn receptacle or a tripped GFCI somewhere upstream.
Appliances that keep shorting out
Surges, a bad circuit or a failing appliance. Whole-home surge protection helps with the first one.
Outdated or exposed wiring
Ungrounded two-prong outlets, cloth-covered cable, open splices or add-on wiring. Common in older Albuquerque homes and fixable.
Burning smell, sparks or a hot panel? Turn off the breaker or the main if you can do it safely, then call (505) 463-1276. Fire or smoke: get out and call 911.
Services
From fixes to fixtures.
Troubleshooting & electrical repair
Diagnostics first, then outlet, switch, breaker, wiring and lighting repairs.
02Home safety checks & upgrades
Smoke detectors, ground-fault protection and an honest look at aging systems.
03Lighting installation
Recessed, pendant, vanity, surface-mount, under-cabinet and LED strip lighting.
04Ceiling fans & exhaust fans
New fans, fan-lights and bathroom exhaust fans, mounted and wired right.
05Whole-home surge protection
A protection system at the panel for the electronics and appliances in your home.
06EV charging stations
Consultation, assessment and installation of home vehicle charging.
07Remodel wiring & added outlets
Upgraded wiring, more outlets, modern switches and wireless switches.
08Electric heaters & equipment circuits
Electric wall heaters and dedicated circuits and disconnects for equipment.
How PCM works
Clear answers, not pressure.
Homeowners choose PCM not because it’s the cheapest, but because the work gets explained, the home gets respected, and costly surprises get prevented.
Look
We look at what matters.
Explain
We explain what we see in plain language.
Options
We give you clear options.
Decide
You decide what makes sense.
Real jobs
The work, in Albuquerque homes.
Every photo here is PCM’s own: kitchens, hallways, fans, sconces and a rooftop HVAC disconnect.
Reviews
The electrician your neighbor trusts.
PCM has always been my choice. Phillip is professional, respectful, and his priority is the safety of his clients. I wouldn't use anyone else. Thank you Phillip for all the years of outstanding service.
Replaced old hardwired smoke alarms, installed new ceiling fan and light fixture to existing fan. Responded next morning to my online service request, was able to accommodate my schedule. Left no mess behind. Great service. Will definitely use again.
I enjoy working with Phillip. He explains his plans, he is dependable. He answers any questions I may have on the project. I'll continue using him for future issues I may have.
The work was accomplished as planned in a very professional manner on a timely basis. Work space was cleaned-up at the conclusion of work, and all worked was checked to ensure they were operational.
Phillip is reliable, knowledgeable and kind. Best electrician I have ever had
Phil Is the best! He completed a lot of work for both my home and my parents home. He is always able to tend to service requestin good timing, he works efficiently and at a good price. We are lucky to have such a great electrician in ABQ
Local knowledge
Wiring for the high desert.
Heights ranches, Valley adobes
Post-war ranches across the Northeast Heights and generations of add-ons in Nob Hill and the North and South Valley mean full panels, ungrounded outlets and circuits asked to do far more than they were built for.
Sun, wind and monsoon
High-altitude sun cracks outdoor covers and cable jackets, spring wind and July–September lightning bring outages and surges, and flat-roof homes keep their coolers and disconnects out in all of it.
Permits and power
PNM delivers the power. Inside city limits the City of Albuquerque issues electrical permits, and the county covers unincorporated areas. PCM handles the permits and inspections its work requires.
Service area
Albuquerque and the towns around it.
- ABQElectrician in AlbuquerqueBernalillo County
- RRElectrician in Rio RanchoSandoval County
- CRLElectrician in CorralesSandoval County
- BRNElectrician in BernalilloSandoval County
- LLElectrician in Los LunasValencia County
- EMElectrician in East MountainsBernalillo & Santa Fe counties
Straight answers
Electrical questions, answered.
What should I do if I smell burning near an outlet or panel?
Turn off the breaker for that circuit, or the main breaker, if you can do it safely, then call an electrician. If you see smoke or fire, get everyone out and call 911 from outside.
My house was built in the 1950s or 60s. What electrical problems are common?
The most common are a panel that is full or worn, too few circuits for modern use, ungrounded two-prong outlets, no GFCI protection near water, and decades of add-on wiring. None of it is unusual in the Northeast Heights or the Valley, and all of it can be evaluated and fixed.
Do I need surge protection in Albuquerque?
It’s a good idea. July through September monsoon storms bring lightning, and utility switching creates surges all year. A whole-home surge protector at the panel helps protect appliances and electronics throughout the house.
Can I put a ceiling fan where a light fixture is now?
Usually, but the ceiling box must be rated to support a fan. Many light-fixture boxes aren’t, and a fan hung from one can loosen and fall.
How do I check that an electrician is licensed in New Mexico?
Use the license lookup provided by the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department’s Construction Industries Division (CID), linked from rld.nm.gov. Search by the business name or the license number the contractor gives you.
What areas does PCM Electrical serve?
PCM Electrical serves Albuquerque, New Mexico, and the surrounding area, including the Northeast Heights, the Valley, the West Side, Rio Rancho, Corrales, Bernalillo, Los Lunas and the East Mountains.