Electrician in Austin, TX
Serving South Austin homeowners and businesses with licensed electrical service. When Austin's bigger contractors are too busy, Cross Texas Electric delivers personal, skilled service you can count on.
Licensed Electrician Serving Austin, TX
Cross Texas Electric serves the South Austin area, including neighborhoods along and south of the river down to the Hays County line. South Austin has a mix of mid-century homes that frequently need panel upgrades, rewiring, and GFCI modernization, as well as newer construction requiring EV charger installation and smart home integration. We're familiar with the electrical challenges common to Austin-area housing stock.
All Electrical Services in Austin
Residential
Comprehensive residential electrical services for Austin homeowners — from repairs to full rewires.
Commercial
Tenant buildouts, panel upgrades, lighting retrofits, and electrical maintenance for small and mid-size businesses.
Emergency
24/7 emergency electrical service with a 1-hour response target. Sparks, outages, burning smells — we respond fast.
Panel Upgrades
Upgrade from 100A to 200A or higher. Essential for EV chargers, solar prep, and modern electrical loads.
Generators
Standby and portable generator installation with automatic transfer switches. Stay powered through Texas outages.
EV Chargers
Level 1 and Level 2 EV charger installation for Tesla and all brands. Dedicated circuits, permits, and inspection.
Smart Home
Smart switches, dimmers, outlets, and structured wiring installation for connected home systems.
Outdoor Lighting
Security lighting, landscape lighting, floodlights, and exterior fixtures — designed and installed for safety and curb appeal.
Inspections
Comprehensive home electrical safety inspections with a written report. Ideal for home buyers and older homes.
Surge Protection
Whole-home surge protection installation to safeguard appliances, electronics, and HVAC systems from voltage spikes.
Pool & Spa
Licensed pool and spa electrical wiring, pump connections, underwater lighting, and GFCI bonding — done to code.
Ceiling Fans
Ceiling fan installation with new wiring, fan-rated boxes, switch or remote setup, and vaulted ceiling options.
Construction & Remodel
Rough-in and trim-out for new builds, additions, and kitchen/bathroom remodels. Built to code, with permits and inspections handled when required.
Lightning Protection
Harger-certified lightning protection system installation, design, and inspection for homes and commercial buildings.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Austin
South Austin Electrician — Frequently Asked Questions
What parts of Austin do you serve?
We focus on South Austin — neighborhoods like South Congress, Bouldin Creek, Travis Heights, Onion Creek, Circle C Ranch, and Oak Hill, down to the Hays County line. Being based in Kyle, we're well positioned to serve the south side quickly.
Can you rewire or upgrade a mid-century South Austin home?
Yes — this is some of our most common work in South Austin. Older homes near South Congress and Travis Heights often need panel upgrades, whole or partial rewires, and GFCI/AFCI modernization to safely handle today's electrical loads. We handle City of Austin permits and inspections.
Do you install EV chargers and smart home wiring in South Austin?
Yes. We install Level 2 EV chargers, smart switches and dimmers, and structured wiring throughout South Austin. We'll check your panel capacity and size everything correctly.
Are you licensed to pull permits in the City of Austin?
Yes. Cross Texas Electric holds Texas Electrical Contractor License TECL #31462 and is bonded and insured. We handle the required City of Austin electrical permits and inspections for your project.
Why choose a smaller electrician over a big Austin company?
You get personal, direct service — the owner on the job, honest upfront pricing, and no bloated overhead. With a 4.9★ Google rating and 30+ years of experience, we deliver the quality of a big shop with the care of a local one.
Why Austin Chooses Cross Texas Electric
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