A burning smell, a warm or scorched outlet, buzzing at the panel, or a partial power loss are all signs of a fault that can become dangerous. The safest first step is to stop using the affected circuit and call a licensed electrician. When one client’s panel breaker started failing a week before scheduled work, we moved their appointment up to get it resolved quickly — that responsiveness is how we operate.
We troubleshoot the root cause instead of masking symptoms: tracing dead circuits, finding failing breakers, correcting overloaded or improperly wired panels, and repairing damaged service entrances after storms. Then we explain exactly what happened and what it takes to make it right.
If you smell smoke, see sparks or flames, or suspect an active fire, call 911 first. For urgent-but-safe electrical faults, call us and we’ll get you scheduled as fast as we can.
Urgent problems we solve
- Partial or full power loss and breakers that won’t reset
- Burning smells, buzzing, or warm/scorched outlets and panels
- Sparking outlets, switches or fixtures
- Storm-damaged meter bases and service entrances
- Overloaded or unsafe panels needing immediate attention
Frequently asked questions
Do you offer same-day service?
We prioritize urgent safety issues and offer same-day service when our schedule allows. Call (804) 892-9660 and we’ll tell you honestly how soon we can be there.
What should I do while I wait?
If there’s an active fire, smoke or flames, call 911. Otherwise, stop using the affected circuit, keep the area clear, and avoid resetting a breaker that trips repeatedly — that’s a warning sign.
What areas do you cover for emergencies?
We serve Midlothian, Chesterfield, Richmond and the surrounding Central Virginia and Tri-Cities communities.