Urgent electrical · Adelaide
Something’s
not right.
Act safely.
If there is smoke, fire, electric shock or immediate danger, call emergency services first. For urgent electrical faults, isolate the supply only if it is safe and send us the details.
What we can help with
Clear scope.
Proper job.
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Loss of power
Unexpected partial or full outages inside the property.
Unexpected partial or full outages inside the property.
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Burning smell or heat
Warm outlets, scorched fittings or unusual electrical odours.
Warm outlets, scorched fittings or unusual electrical odours.
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Repeated tripping
Safety switch or circuit breaker that will not remain on.
Safety switch or circuit breaker that will not remain on.
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Storm or impact damage
Electrical equipment affected by water, wind, fallen branches or collision.
Electrical equipment affected by water, wind, fallen branches or collision.
Why it matters
Do not troubleshoot live equipment.
Keep people away from the affected area. Do not touch damaged wiring, wet electrical equipment or a switchboard showing signs of heat or arcing.
Quick answer
When should I call emergency services?
Short answerCall 000 for fire, smoke, electric shock, injury or any immediate threat to life or property.
For a fallen powerline or network outage, contact the relevant electricity distributor. An electrician handles faults within the property once the area is safe.
Emergency triage
Is this urgent?
Use this to decide what to put in the quote request. For fire, smoke, electric shock, injury or immediate danger, call 000 first.
FAQs
Emergency electrical questions
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What should I do first?
If there is fire, smoke or electric shock, call 000 first. Then stay clear of the affected area.
If there is fire, smoke or electric shock, call 000 first. Then stay clear of the affected area.
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Should I reset the breaker?
Only if it is safe and there is no sign of heat, smoke or damage.
Only if it is safe and there is no sign of heat, smoke or damage.
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Can I upload photos?
Yes. Photos of the switchboard, damage or tripping circuit can speed up the response.
Yes. Photos of the switchboard, damage or tripping circuit can speed up the response.