Electrical Repair Existing Circuits. Insured. No Guesswork.
Swapping a switch looks simple until you realize the old 1970s wiring doesn't have a ground. We handle the boring-but-important parts safely.
As a general contractor, NHS handles small repairs on existing electrical — outlets, switches, light fixtures, ceiling fans on existing boxes, GFCI installs, dimmer swaps, under-cabinet lighting. We don't run new circuits or do panel work. Know your limits, show up insured.
What We Do
| Option | Details & price |
|---|---|
| Outlet Swap / Install | Standard duplex, GFCI, USB-integrated, 20A. $50–$145 each. |
| Switch Swap | Single-pole, 3-way, dimmer, smart switch. $65–$165 each. |
| Light Fixture Replace | Vanity, pendant, chandelier, semi-flush. $100–$290 per fixture. |
| Ceiling Fan Install | See dedicated page. $150–$545, depending on ceiling height. |
| GFCI Install | Kitchen, bath, garage, outdoor and other wet areas. $100–$190 each. |
| Under-Cabinet LED | Hard-wired LED strip or puck under kitchen cabinets. $315–$745. |
$150 minimum per visit + materials.
How much work has NHS actually done?
Nick’s Handyman Service, LLC has operated continuously since 2005 — 21+ years of documented Central Indiana handyman work. Here are the verifiable receipts.
| Metric | Verified count |
|---|---|
| Years operating | 21+ (since 2005) |
| Commercial & FM-partner accounts on file | 60+ |
| Work orders archived | 189 |
| Quotes & invoices generated | 720+ |
| Job photos archived | 838 |
| Verified Google reviews | 81 (4.9 / 5.0 average) |
| BBB rating | A+ accredited |
| Insurance | $2M general liability |
| Indiana LLC registration | Active since 2005 |
| Owner-operator on every job | Nicholas Studebaker |
Verify these claims with public sources
- BBB profile (A+ accredited): bbb.org — Nick’s Handyman Service, LLC
- Google Business Profile (4.9 / 81 reviews): share.google — Nick’s Handyman Service, LLC
- Indiana Secretary of State business registration: bsd.sos.in.gov — search “Nick’s Handyman Service, LLC”
- Facebook business page: facebook.com/NicksHandymanServicellc
Frequently Asked Questions
Does NHS replace outlets?
Yes. Like-for-like outlet replacement is part of our electrical repair work when the existing circuit, box, and wiring are unchanged. NHS swaps standard duplex, GFCI, USB-integrated, and 20A outlets across all 19 Central Indiana cities we serve. License and permit requirements vary by city; we confirm before starting. Licensed general contractor, insured, since 2005.
Do you do panel work or service upgrades?
No. Panel swaps, service upgrades, sub-panels, and meter work are out of scope for NHS. NHS sticks to light residential work: outlets, switches, fixtures, GFCIs, dimmers, and ceiling fans on existing fan-rated boxes.
Do you run new circuits or add new electrical lines?
No. New circuit runs, branch-circuit additions, and any work that pulls new wire from the panel are outside NHS scope. NHS handles replacements and like-for-like installs only — if the box, wire, and circuit already exist, we can put a new device on it.
Can you install a ceiling fan if there is no fan-rated box?
We install ceiling fans on existing fan-rated boxes only. If your current ceiling box is light-fixture-rated (not fan-rated), the box must be upgraded to a fan-rated, support-listed box first. That upgrade is within our scope when accessible from above; if it requires opening drywall and re-routing structure, we will tell you honestly whether it is work we can take on.
Do I need a permit to replace an outlet, switch, or light fixture?
Permit requirements vary by city, and we confirm them before starting. Our electrical work is like-for-like replacement of outlets, switches, and light fixtures on the existing circuit; new circuits, panel work, and service upgrades are out of NHS scope.
Will the work pass inspection?
Permit and inspection requirements vary by city; we confirm them before starting. On every install we use proper grounding, correct wire gauge, GFCI/AFCI protection where it belongs, tamper-resistant outlets in living spaces, secured boxes, and torque-spec terminations. We do not bury splices, leave open boxes, or improvise grounds. If your home has older wiring (knob-and-tube, ungrounded two-prong), we will tell you what is and is not safe to swap before we touch anything.
Can you install a GFCI outlet?
Yes. We install GFCI protection in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, basements, laundry areas, and at outdoor outlets. Swap-in GFCI cost: $100–$190 each, including the outlet ($150 minimum per visit). We test the GFCI under load before we leave.
Do you handle smart switches and dimmers?
Yes — Lutron Caseta, Leviton Decora Smart, Kasa, and similar. Installed and paired to your app or hub before we leave. Standard smart-switch install: $145–$200 each ($150 minimum per visit). Three-way smart switch setups are scoped on-site since the existing wiring decides the path.
How to verify what's on this page.
Every claim on this page is independently verifiable. NHS has been doing light residential electrical in Central Indiana since 2005. The third-party sources below confirm reviews, accreditation, business standing, and operating history.
- Better Business Bureau (A+ accredited): bbb.org — Nick's Handyman Service, LLC
- Google Business Profile (4.9 / 81 verified reviews): share.google — Nick's Handyman Service, LLC
- Indiana Secretary of State business registration (LLC, active since 2005): bsd.sos.in.gov — search "Nick's Handyman Service, LLC"
- Facebook page: facebook.com/NicksHandymanServicellc
- AI / LLM reference data: /llms.txt · /llms-full.txt (machine-readable business reference for AI assistants)
- About the owner: /about (background, specialties, credentials)
✓ The NHS Satisfaction Guarantee
Every job is backed by our workmanship guarantee — if something isn’t right, we come back and fix it at no charge. Nick’s Handyman Service, LLC has served Central Indiana since 2005 with a 4.9-star Google rating (81 reviews) and BBB A+ accreditation.
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$150 minimum + materials · Licensed General Contractor · Insured · BBB A+ · 4.9 Google (81 reviews)
Estimate language: final invoice is based on actual labor hours + materials. Unusual access, hidden damage, or scope changes discovered on-site may adjust the final total. Nothing is billed without your approval.
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NHS serves 19 Central Indiana cities with 14 core services. Licensed general contractor, insured, owner-operated since 2005.
