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What Is An Electrical Emergency?

If you're wondering whether you're dealing with an electrical emergency, you're not alone. Allow us to help you better identify when your situation is pressing versus when it can wait.

Electrical Fires: Electrical fires are classified as one of the most pressing emergencies that demand help from a licensed electrician. You will know if an electrical fire if you notice the following:

• A persistent burning smell, but you can't identify the source.
• Your breakers keep tripping.
• Your outlets and switches quickly become charred and discolored.

Electric Shocks: If your electrical system has not been maintained for years, you are putting yourself at risk of being shocked when you come into contact with electrical outlets and cords. If you or someone on your property has been shocked, we highly encourage you to stitch off the power and give us a call.

Extended Power Outages: Depending on your location and weather conditions, experiencing a temporary power outage could be inconsequential. Alternatively, if you experience a long-lasting power outage for no known reason, you are likely experiencing an electrical emergency.

If you are experiencing any of these issues, don’t wait to contact us. Reach out immediately, and we will send over a team of electricians.

B & R Electric: 24 Hour Electrician with Record Turnaround Time

B & R Electric values your time and prioritizes your safety, which is why we work quickly and efficiently. When you contact us after hours, you can expect to speak with someone immediately who will take down your information and dispatch an electrician. If you are experiencing an emergency, you can trust that a member of our team will be knocking on your door shortly after you end the call with us. Once they arrive, they will be ready with the proper tools and equipment to get to work immediately and will waste no time fixing your electrical issue.

If you have a pressing or dangerous electrical issue, don’t hesitate to contact our office.

What Should You Do Before a 24 Hour Electrician Arrives?

When you’re facing an electrical emergency, calling a 24-hour electrician is the first step, but there are a few things you can do while waiting to help ensure your safety and make the repair process smoother.

Here’s how to prepare for an emergency electrical visit:

• Turn off the main breaker if safe to do so: This cuts power to your home and may reduce the risk of fire or further damage.
• Unplug affected appliances or electronics: If they’re sparking or behaving abnormally, unplug them from the outlet.
• Don’t attempt any repairs: Even if you think it’s a minor issue, avoid touching wires, switches, or electrical panels until our electrician arrives.
• Keep the area clear: Remove pets, children, and any obstacles from around the trouble area so our electrician has room to work.
• Check your neighbors: If nearby homes also lost power, it may be a utility issue rather than an internal fault.

Once we arrive, we’ll inspect your system, explain what’s happening, and restore your power as quickly and safely as possible.

Is It Safe To Reset a Tripped Breaker Repeatedly?

If your circuit breaker keeps tripping, it’s a sign that something more serious is going on, like an overloaded circuit or a problem with your wiring. While resetting the breaker might get things running again temporarily, doing this repeatedly without finding out what’s causing the issue can be dangerous. It could lead to overheating and even increase the risk of a fire. To stay safe, it’s best to stop resetting the breaker and call our professional electrician to inspect the problem.

Do You Provide Temporary Power During an Outage?

If full restoration isn’t possible immediately, we offer emergency backup power solutions to keep your essential systems running. These include temporary panel hookups, generator setups, and battery backup options designed to provide reliable power during the outage. Our team will assess your needs and quickly implement the most effective solution to minimize disruptions and ensure your safety.

What Happens During an Emergency Electrical Inspection?

Electrical issues can be hidden, unpredictable, or caused by external damage, so our process is designed to be fast, thorough, and highly targeted.

Here’s what happens during an emergency electrical inspection:

• Visual inspection of the problem area: We assess your outlets, switches, lights, breaker panel, and surrounding areas for signs of damage, discoloration, or smoke.
• System testing with diagnostic tools: We use voltage meters, thermal scanners, and circuit tracers to locate faults, shorts, or overheating components.
• Breaker panel evaluation: We check for tripped breakers, burnt wires, outdated panels, and improper loads that may be overloading circuits.
• Wiring and grounding checks: We ensure your system is properly grounded and there’s no evidence of frayed wires, corrosion, or rodent damage.
• Appliance connection review: We evaluate any appliances or devices that may have contributed to the issue, including power surges or improper usage.

After we’ve completed our inspection, we’ll offer recommendations for repairs or upgrades to ensure the safety and efficiency of your electrical system.

Contact B & R Electric Today

In the event of an after-hours electrical emergency, you can trust our team to come to your rescue and resolve your issue promptly, efficiently, and without error. Never settle for subpar service or an electrician that makes you wait because your property and safety depend on quick, meticulous service.

Give us a call any time, any day, and we will send over a qualified electrician immediately.

Looking for a 24 hour electrician? Contact us at (905) 814-1881.