
Serving McLean & Northern Virginia
Emergency Electrical Service
Sparking outlets, burning smells, or sudden power loss don't wait for business hours, and neither do we.
Not every electrical problem is an emergency, but some genuinely can't wait: a burning smell from an outlet or panel, visible sparking, a breaker that won't reset after tripping, exposed or damaged wiring, or a total loss of power that isn't a utility-wide outage. These situations carry real fire and shock risk, and the right first move is usually to shut off power to the affected circuit or the main breaker if you're unsure, then call rather than keep testing it yourself.
Our 24/7 emergency line connects you directly with someone who can talk through what you're seeing, advise on immediate safety steps, and dispatch an electrician for genuine emergencies. For water-related electrical issues — a flooded basement panel, storm damage to a service mast — we coordinate with what the utility has already secured versus what still needs to be assessed on the home's side.
When we arrive, the priority is making the situation safe first, then diagnosing the underlying cause. A tripped breaker that won't reset is often protecting you from something worse — a short, a ground fault, or a failing appliance — and we explain what we find rather than just resetting it and leaving.
- 24/7 phone line for genuine electrical emergencies
- Guidance on immediate safety steps while you wait
- Rapid diagnosis of sparking, burning smells, or sudden power loss
- Temporary safe-off and permanent repair options explained clearly
- Coordination with utility crews when the issue involves the service line or meter
How it works
From first call to finished work.
Call
Describe what you're seeing or smelling — we'll advise on immediate safety steps over the phone.
Dispatch
An electrician is sent for genuine emergencies, prioritized ahead of routine scheduled work.
Diagnose & make safe
We isolate the hazard first, then identify the underlying cause.
Repair
We explain the repair options — temporary or permanent — before doing the work.
Frequently asked
Emergency Electrical Service questions, answered.
What counts as an electrical emergency?+
Sparking outlets or switches, a persistent burning smell, exposed or damaged wiring, a breaker that won't reset, or sudden total power loss that isn't a utility outage all warrant an emergency call. When in doubt, it's safer to call than to wait.
Should I turn off my main breaker before you arrive?+
If you can safely reach it and you're seeing sparking, smoke, or a burning smell, shutting off the main breaker (or just the affected circuit, if you know which one) is a reasonable precaution. Never touch a panel or breaker that's wet or visibly damaged.
Is emergency service available on weekends and holidays?+
Yes, our emergency line operates 24/7, including weekends and holidays.
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- SaturdayEmergency Service Available
- SundayEmergency Service Available