Fae Electrical Service

Fae Electrical Service handles electrical work in Leander, TX with Kenneth running the jobs. The outfit takes on residential and commercial projects that cover lighting installations, wiring repairs, panel upgrades, EV charger setups, full system replacements and troubleshooting for issues like flickering lights or faulty circuits. Kenneth Shelnut leads the crew and the business keeps standard hours from eight in the morning until five in the afternoon on weekdays while staying closed on weekends.

Customers call on Kenneth for fixes such as swapping out bulbs and loose sockets, replacing faulty switches, installing dryer outlets, changing ballasts in fixtures and sorting out heater problems that had sat broken for months. He has diagnosed oven shutdowns tied to voltage supply on the wrong line, corrected improper wiring at junction boxes and breaker panels, and handled ceiling fan installs along with generator readiness advice. In one case he spent time tracing red wire voltage issues at the panel and returned after parts arrived to finish the repair without leaving loose ends.

Kenneth shows up on time after quick responses to calls, even on holidays, and keeps homeowners updated while parts ship in. He explains each step and the reasons behind it, quotes prices up front that reviewers call reasonable, and adjusts schedules when needed for personal matters. The outfit covers Leander and nearby spots with same-day availability when openings exist and works through multi-day jobs like panel discussions and wire removals once materials arrive.

Google shows a 4.9 rating across 44 reviews with frequent notes on punctuality, politeness, issue diagnosis, electrical wiring repair and clear explanations of circuit breaker work. Most accounts highlight thorough fixes that last and helpful suggestions on safety, though one review stated the problem remained after a quick outlet plate swap.

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“Kenneth with FAE Electrical Service is the greatest! I would give him 10 stars if they let me, but this rating system only goes up to five stars. Kenneth’s electrical services bid was the most affordable, and it’s clear Kenneth really cares about his electrical work. If you need any work involving electrical service, you can’t go wrong with FAE Electrical Service!”

“Kenneth responded to my Yelp inquiry within minutes. He set expectations up front about fees since it's a holiday. He got here lightning fast, did an excellent job, and was informative and friendly the entire time. He saved our day. We'll for sure use Fae for electrical work going forward.”

“Kenneth is the best! Timely, kind, efficient, and a master of his craft. I’ll always reach out to FAE and Kenneth for any electrical projects in my future. Great company!”

“We recently hired Kenneth for fixing several things - bulbs, loose socket, a faulty switch. Everything was addressed exceptionally.”

“Kenneth Shelnut from FAE was absolutely extraordinary. He was so patient as I walked him through my proposed issues with my electrical system. I appreciated his attentiveness, honesty, and immense kindness. I never felt rushed or as though my commentary was taken lightly. Kenneth was extremely professional and knowledgeable as well. I told him that I actually was blown away with all that I learned from his visit and how my system works. It will lead to me making safer and smarter decisions moving forward. Because of my experience today, I will, without hesitation, recommend FAE in the future. Kenneth, if you’re reading this, thank you again!!! You’re amazing!!”

“Kenneth was very courteous, extremely knowledgeable, helpful in explaining what he was doing and why and just a genuinely nice guy. He solved my issue and provided some very relevant advice about installation options for electrical power generators. I will definitely use him when I get ready to make my house generator ready.”

“FAE was able to fit me in their schedule on the same day to install an outlet for my electric dryer. They were professional and efficient. I would turn to them for any future electrical needs in a heartbeat!”

“Kenneth was able to find us an earlier available date and came first thing that AM. Efficient, courteous and changed the ballast when he found it wasn’t working properly.”

“Kenneth was great! On time and very knowledgeable. He diagnosed the problem and fixed it immediately for a very reasonable price.”

“Didn't fix the issue. I reported that "Found improper voltage supply: Red to ground measured 240V, white to ground measure 0V, and black to ground measured 0V, indicating all power was present on the red wire only and the unit was not receiving correct 120/240 V supply" The technician spend 5 minutes changed the outlet plate and left. The issue still persist!!!”

“FAE Electrical, Kenneth did a great job. He is very easy to work with, on time, the work done was exactly what we needed. We will definitely call him again!!!”

“Fixed my heater that had been broken for Months!! They came to evaluate the problem immediately, kept me informed while parts were ordered (even sent me pictures of the parts once they arrived via shipping!), and came back to install the replacement part very quickly. Kenneth was so friendly and educational. 10/10 stars, HIGHLY recommend!!”

“Ken from FAE electricals is always a pleasure to work with. He understands the requirements and gives great suggestions to ensure we get best from engaging them.”

“Came over to discuss solutions to a somewhat unique problem. We agreed on a solution and once parts arrived was here doing the work over a three day period. The work was well done and he even helped me remove some wires from the breaker box for a project I was going to work on.”

“The work was professional and completed by code. I recommend Kenneth to complete all your electrical needs. I will be using him again.”

“It was a pleasure to work with Fae Electrical. They were punctual and confident in their ability to perform the job. It was easy to set an appointment, receive the estimate and schedule the install. Due to my husband having medical emergency they were very understanding and accommodating my need to delay the job.”

“Kenneth was on time, professional and friendly. It was an unusual situation in a 40 year old house but he fixed it and had good suggestions.”

“Kenneth from FAE Electrical Service was excellent at diagnosing our oven issue, which kept turning off because the black line wasn't receiving the right voltage. He was very thorough, checking the breaker, the line, and the junction box for the oven. Not only did he fix the issue, but he also addressed two potential fire hazards involving incorrect breaker amperage and a loose line at the junction box. Outstanding service, and I would highly recommend FAE Electrical Service!”

“Ken from FAE Electrical did an outstanding job. From the very beginning, he was thorough, professional, and incredibly persistent in diagnosing the issue. He carefully investigated the problem at the electrical panel (breaker panel) and made sure the root cause was properly identified and fixed — not just temporarily patched. What truly stood out was his follow-up and commitment to getting everything resolved correctly. He stayed engaged throughout the entire process and made sure everything was working safely and efficiently before closing the job. On top of that, Ken is genuinely kind, respectful, and easy to work with. It’s rare to find someone who combines technical expertise with such professionalism and courtesy. I recommend Ken and FAE Electrical 110% without hesitation. If you want the job done right the first time, they are the team to call.”

“They installed a ceiling fan in our living room. It looks great and they were very friendly and professional. Highly recommend! :-)”