A Little Rock, AR Bathroom Remodel Hit an Electrical Snag. Here Is How Paschal Helped.

Remodels have a way of turning up surprises behind the walls, and electrical is one of the most common. A homeowner in Little Rock, AR ran into exactly that during a bathroom remodel: a line got cut, the lights went out in the kitchen hallway and front porch, and an outlet, switch, and light all needed to be moved out of walls and a dropped ceiling that were coming down. He called Paschal early one morning, had a same-day appointment, and by that afternoon the circuits were relocated and the power was back.

Here is the short answer if you are mid-project and the lights just went out. Stop, switch off the affected breaker so no one touches a live wire, and call a licensed electrician. Moving outlets, switches, and circuits during a remodel, or tracking down a cut line, is exactly the kind of work that should be done by a pro who can verify the wiring is safe before the walls go back up.

Why a remodel needs a licensed electrician

When walls come out or change, the wiring inside them has to go somewhere. Outlets and switches that used to sit in a wall being removed need to be safely disconnected and relocated, and new circuits often have to be run to serve the updated layout. In an older home, that work is even more sensitive, because decades-old wiring is not always where you expect it, and one wrong cut can knock out power to half the house. A licensed electrician maps what is live, confirms what you actually need, and makes the changes to code so the finished space is safe.

What happened on this call

The homeowner booked early in the morning and got an appointment window the same day. Our electrician, Deante, called ahead to give an arrival time and showed up as promised. When it turned out the contractors had cut another line while the homeowner was out, he tracked that down too. He confirmed exactly what the homeowner wanted, double-checked where power was live, verified where new circuits were needed and where the lights had stopped working, and then did the work. Responsive, thorough, and clear from start to finish.

“Had an appointment the same day between 12-4. Deante Gordon called around 11:00 to let me know he would be at my house around 12:30. Showed up as promised and was very polite and went right to business.”

– Steve R., Little Rock, AR

What to do if you lose power or cut a wire during a project

If a wire gets nicked or you suddenly lose power to part of the house mid-remodel, a few steps keep everyone safe:

• Switch off the breaker for the affected area so no one contacts a live wire.
• Do not touch or tape exposed conductors, and keep the area clear.
• Take a photo of what happened if you can, so the electrician knows what to expect.
• Call a licensed electrician rather than splicing it yourself, especially in an older home.

You can see the full range of work our team handles on our electrical services page.

What residential electrical service costs

Electrical pricing depends on the scope, so we diagnose first and quote a flat price you approve before any work starts. A Paschal electrical service call and diagnostic is $89, and that fee is free when you move forward with a same day repair. From there, work like relocating outlets and switches or running new circuits is quoted upfront, based on what your project actually needs, and you approve the price before any work begins.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need an electrician to move an outlet or switch during a remodel?

Yes. Relocating outlets, switches, and circuits should be done by a licensed electrician who can disconnect them safely, run new wiring to code, and verify the circuit before the walls are closed up. This is especially important in older homes.

What should I do if I cut a wire and lost power?

Switch off the breaker for that area so no one touches a live wire, leave the exposed wiring alone, and call a licensed electrician. Avoid splicing it yourself, particularly in an older home where wiring can be unpredictable.

Can an electrician come out the same day?

Often, yes. In this case the homeowner booked in the morning and had a same-day appointment window, with the electrician calling ahead to confirm his arrival time.

How much does an electrical service call cost?

A Paschal electrical service call and diagnostic is $89, and the fee is free when you proceed with a same day repair. Larger work like moving circuits is quoted upfront and you approve the price before the work starts.

Does Paschal service my area?

Paschal serves Little Rock and communities across central Arkansas, plus Oklahoma, Missouri, and Texas. Check your city on our service areas page, or see everything we offer in Little Rock, from electrical to cooling and plumbing.

If you would rather not pay full price next time

Our Planned Protection Membership covers electrical too. Plans start at $8.99 a month for Essential, and SmartGuard is $34.99 a month, which includes a yearly HVAC maintenance visit plus two more visits you can spend on electrical, plumbing, or HVAC, 15% off any repair, priority scheduling, and a $29 service call instead of $89. It also builds $10 a month in Comfort Credits toward a future panel, system, or water heater replacement.

Need an electrician you can reach today?

If a project hit a snag or your power is acting up, you do not have to wait. Schedule electrical service with Paschal Air, Plumbing & Electric and get a clear answer and an upfront price. Call 501-746-0050 or request service online, and we will get an electrician out to your home.

Pricing note: This story was published in July 2026. Starting prices, promotions, and market ranges change over time and may no longer be current. Contact Paschal for an up-to-date, upfront quote for your home.