Repeated tripping
Do not keep resetting a breaker without finding the reason it is protecting the circuit.
Emergency services available
Electrical fault? Call before you keep resetting the breaker.
Emergency fault finding starts from $150 for power loss, repeated tripping, hot outlets, burning smells and unsafe fittings across Torquay and Hervey Bay.
Call for these symptoms
Electrical warning signs that need a proper fault test.
Hot outlet or burning smell
Stop using the outlet or fitting if safe and keep people away from the affected area.
Power loss
Loss of power to part of a property can point to a circuit, appliance or supply issue.
Before we arrive
Keep the situation stable and avoid guesswork.
If there is smoke, fire or immediate danger, contact emergency services first. For electrical faults, keep people away from exposed wiring, avoid wet areas and call for guidance before repeated resets.
1
Stop using the affected point
Unplug only if it is safe and there is no heat, smoke or water present.
2
Do not touch exposed wiring
Keep the area clear until the fault is assessed.
3
Call from site
We can ask focused questions and help prioritise the visit.
Fault finding from $150
The point is to find the cause, not just restore power for a few minutes.
Emergency electrical work starts with testing. That means checking the symptom, isolating likely causes and explaining whether the issue is a circuit, fitting, appliance, switchboard or wiring fault.
Power out
Partial or full loss of supply.
Breaker trips
Repeated trips or safety switch issues.
Heat or smell
Unsafe outlets, switches or fittings.
Fault repair
Practical next steps after testing.
Emergency FAQs
Fast answers when something feels unsafe.
What does emergency fault finding cost?
Emergency fault finding starts from $150.
Should I reset the breaker again?
If it keeps tripping, stop repeated resets and call for advice. The breaker may be responding to a real fault.
What if I smell burning?
Stop using the affected circuit or fitting if safe, keep people away and call. If there is smoke, fire or immediate danger, contact emergency services first.