Burning smell or smoke
Turn off the main breaker if you can reach the panel safely, get everyone out and call 911 if you see flames. Then call our 24/7 emergency electrician line at (888) 592-6466. Do not reset breakers until the cause is found.
Sparking outlet
A single small spark when plugging in is often normal. Repeated sparks, scorch marks or a crackling sound mean a loose connection or failing receptacle. Stop using the outlet and schedule outlet replacement.
Breaker keeps tripping
Unplug everything on the circuit and reset once. If it trips again immediately, there is a short or a failed breaker. Our breaker replacement and troubleshooting teams find the cause instead of guessing.
No power in part of the house
Check GFCI outlets and breakers first. Partial power loss with flickering often means a lost neutral at the meter or panel, which can destroy electronics. Call an electrician the same day.
Flickering lights across the whole home
This is frequently a utility or service entrance problem. We coordinate with Alabama Power and the local co-ops to get it resolved quickly.
Storm and surge damage
After lightning, check for dead appliances and buzzing from the panel. Whole-house surge protection prevents the next one.
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