Serving Nashville with licensed residential electrical and plumbing work that homeowners can actually count on. Nashville is a city of older homes, fast-growing neighborhoods, and homeowners who have dealt with enough contractors who overpromised and underdelivered — and Black Cat Electric and Plumbing was built as a direct response to that. Kyle Tapia founded this company to bring honest, code-compliant electrical and plumbing service to Nashville homes without the runaround. Whether your Nashville home needs a panel upgrade, an EV charger installed, a full water repipe, or a water heater replaced, the work gets done by a licensed professional who treats your home with the same care he would give his own. Nashville homeowners deserve a contractor who shows up prepared, communicates clearly, and leaves the job done right — and that is the standard Black Cat holds on every single call.
Licensed and insured electrical and plumbing work Nashville homeowners can verify and trust
Veteran-owned business that brings discipline and accountability to every job
Kyle Tapia handles the work personally — no subcontractors, no surprises on your job
Permits pulled and inspections coordinated through Metro Nashville Codes on every applicable job
Honest assessments before any work starts — no pressure, no upselling, no vague estimates
Residential service built for Nashville's mix of older homes and newer construction alike
Straightforward scheduling with clear communication from the first call to project completion

Your panel is the heart of your home's electrical system. If it's outdated, undersized, or tripping breakers regularly, that's a problem worth taking seriously. We upgrade residential panels to handle modern electrical loads safely and up to code. Most homeowners notice an immediate difference in reliability after the job is done.

If your home is running on older service capacity, it may not be able to support today's appliances, EV chargers, or additions. A service upgrade brings your home's power supply in line with what you actually need. We handle the full process — from the meter base to the panel — and coordinate with the utility when needed.

A properly grounded electrical system protects your home and everyone in it. Without it, a fault or surge can cause serious damage — or worse. We install complete grounding systems that meet current code requirements. It is one of those upgrades that is easy to overlook but makes a real difference in overall safety.

Power surges can destroy electronics, appliances, and HVAC systems in an instant. Whole-home surge protection stops that surge at the panel before it ever reaches your devices. It is a simple install that protects everything plugged into your home. If you have smart home equipment or high-end appliances, this one is a smart call.

A Level 2 EV charger at home means waking up every morning to a full charge — no more stopping at public stations. We install dedicated circuits and charger units that work with all major EV brands. The installation is clean, code-compliant, and done right the first time. Most jobs are completed in a single visit.

Adding a spa or hot tub to your backyard takes more than just a hose — it needs a dedicated electrical circuit installed by a licensed electrician. We run the line, install the disconnect, and wire everything to manufacturer specifications. The work is inspected and code-compliant so your warranty and safety are fully covered.

Running a TV cable through the wall or adding an outdoor outlet sounds simple, but cutting corners creates problems later — exposed wiring, code violations, or outlets that fail in rain. We do it right, with weatherproof covers on exterior outlets and clean, in-wall routing on TV installs. It is a small job done with the same care as a big one.

Old galvanized or polybutylene pipes corrode from the inside out, reducing water pressure and leading to leaks. A full repipe replaces all the supply lines in your home with modern, durable materials. It solves the root problem instead of patching it one section at a time. Nashville homes built in certain eras are prime candidates for this service.

Before replacing a water heater, it is worth knowing whether the unit can be repaired. We inspect the heating elements, thermostat, anode rod, and connections to see what is actually causing the issue. If a rebuild makes more sense than a replacement, we will tell you that honestly. Our goal is the right solution for your home — not the most expensive one.

When your water heater is past its useful life, a replacement is the better call. We remove the old unit, install the new one, and make sure all connections — gas or electric — are safe and properly tested before we leave. We help you choose the right size and type for your household so you are not overpaying for more than you need.

A leaking or broken hose bib wastes water and can cause damage to your exterior wall or foundation over time. We replace worn or damaged hose bibs with properly sealed, frost-resistant models that hold up year after year. It is a quick fix that prevents a much bigger problem down the road.

Water leaks hidden in walls or under slabs do not fix themselves — they get worse. We locate the source of the leak and repair it cleanly, with minimal disruption to your home. Whether it is a slow drip or an active leak, we diagnose the issue accurately before touching anything. Fast, clean, and done to last.
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