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Emergency Electrician Melbourne
Electrical faults can be dangerous. If you have power loss, burning smells, sparks, or circuits that won't stop tripping, call Plum Electrical now and we will prioritise your job.
- Urgent faults prioritised
- Licensed and insured electricians
- Residential and commercial
- Covering Melbourne & Geelong
Common Electrical Emergencies We Attend
If you are experiencing any of the following, do not ignore it - contact us straight away.
Complete Power Loss
Sudden loss of power to part or all of your property that is not a network outage.
Burning Smells or Sparks
A burning odour from an outlet, switchboard, or fitting is a serious warning sign that needs immediate attention.
Tripping Circuits
Breakers or safety switches that trip repeatedly indicate a fault that needs diagnosing, not just resetting.
Faulty Switchboard
A damaged or malfunctioning switchboard can put your whole property at risk. We assess and repair or replace as needed.
Damaged Outlets or Fittings
Cracked, discoloured, or sparking power points and light fittings should be replaced promptly.
Electric Shocks
If anyone has received a shock from an outlet, appliance, or fitting, stop using it immediately and call us.
If you suspect an immediate danger, turn off power at the switchboard and call us on (03) 8851 6111.
What to Expect When You Call
When you contact us with an urgent fault during operating hours, we take it seriously. Here is how we handle emergency call-outs:
- We discuss the situation with you over the phone to understand the fault and any immediate safety risks
- We prioritise your job in our schedule and advise on an estimated arrival time
- Our electrician attends with the equipment needed to diagnose and resolve common faults on the spot
- We give you a clear explanation of what caused the problem and what we have done to fix it
- Where work cannot be completed in a single visit, we advise on next steps and make your property safe before we leave
What to Do While You Wait
While waiting for our electrician to arrive, there are some simple steps that can help keep you and your household safe:
- Turn off power at the switchboard if you suspect a wiring fault, burning smell, or sparking
- Do not touch damaged outlets, fittings, or exposed wiring
- Unplug appliances from any outlet that has shown signs of faulting
- Keep the area clear around the switchboard so our electrician can access it immediately on arrival
- Call 000 if there is any risk of fire or if someone has been seriously injured
Never attempt to repair wiring or open a switchboard yourself - all electrical work in Victoria must be carried out by a licensed electrician.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently handle emergency call-outs during standard operating hours. Call us on (03) 8851 6111 and we will prioritise urgent faults as quickly as possible.
A safety switch that trips once may just be responding to a transient fault. If it trips repeatedly or will not reset, that indicates an underlying problem that needs a licensed electrician to diagnose. Do not keep resetting it and ignoring it.
Stop using the outlet immediately, unplug anything connected to it, and if possible turn off power at the switchboard. Call us straight away - a burning smell near wiring or an outlet is a potential fire risk that should not be left.
Yes. We attend urgent faults at offices, retail premises, hospitality venues, and other commercial sites across Melbourne and the Geelong region. Call us to discuss your situation and we will prioritise accordingly.
No. All electrical work in Victoria must be carried out by a licensed electrician. Attempting to repair wiring, open a switchboard, or work on outlets yourself is illegal and dangerous. The safest thing you can do is turn off power at the switchboard and wait for a licensed electrician.
