24/7 Emergency Electrical Services in the Illawarra
John McEwan Electrical has emergency electricians available to attend to all electrical issues, outages, and emergencies around the clock. We know that electrical problems are not restricted to business hours, so we have experienced and qualified technicians available 24/7 in fully stocked vans ready to mobilise and assist all residents and businesses in the Illawarra region, including Shellharbour, Kiama, Dapto, Thirroul, Wollongong, Bowral, Mittagong and Moss Vale.
Our team is also available to assist whenever there are electrical hazards that could cause damage to property, injuries, or loss of life. We will always endeavour to be there within the hour, no matter what time of day it is, including public holidays and weekends.
Find out more about our electrical services.
What Classifies as an Electrical Emergency?
While any situation that has the potential to cause harm is certainly an electrical emergency, our services are not isolated to extreme events like exposed wires, fallen power cables, or sparking outlets. Any significant electrical issue including outages, hot water system failure, flickering lights, or any other issue should be attended to ASAP. You don’t have to sit in the dark all night or suffer through a hot summer night without air-conditioning. Our team is available when you need us with parts and tools in our commercial vans for the occasion.
It is important to note that small electrical problems can quickly develop into larger, more serious ones. So it is important to have any electrical problems inspected by our professional team as soon as possible. At the very least, our team can ensure the area is safe until more extensive repairs are carried out in the morning.
Frequently Asked Questions
One of my power sockets appears burnt–what should I do?
If your socket is burnt, hot to the touch or emitting a strange smell, it’s a sign that there is something not right. Cease using the socket immediately and call John McEwan Electrical to arrange for a qualified electrician to take a closer look.
What should I do in a blackout?
If all of your power goes off, the first thing to do is try to identify whether it is just your property or the entire area that is affected. If your neighbours have also lost power, it is likely an issue with the grid – visit Ausgrid for updates and further information.
If your property is the only one affected, locate your fusebox and check whether your circuit breaker has tripped. If turning it off and on again doesn’t restore power, it is time to call the licensed electricians at John McEwan Electrical.
What should I do if I have an electrical emergency?
If you’re facing an electrical emergency such as a power outage, sparking outlets, electrical shocks, or a burning smell from outlets or appliances, it’s crucial to act quickly. First, switch off the power at your main switchboard to prevent further damage or hazards. Avoid touching any faulty wiring or appliances. Once the power is off, contact a licensed emergency electrician immediately. Our team is available to respond to emergencies in Wollongong and surrounding regions, ensuring your electrical issues are resolved swiftly. For urgent assistance, call us on (02) 4261 9633.
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Rapid and Reliable Services
When you have a local electrician saved in your phone for emergency callouts, you want to know that they provide services you can trust. We have a reputation in Wollongong and the Illawarra for providing rapid and professional services. We are fully licensed and insured, plus all of our electricians undertake extra training all the time to stay on top of the latest electrical developments, technologies, and industry safety standards.
Industrial Emergency Electrician
There are many industrial operations including factories, warehouses and more in the Illawarra with around the clock operations. Any downtime means a loss of productivity and profits, so keeping the lights on is essential. If you experience any issues with your power our team will have you back online in rapid time to minimise this downtime. Speak to our team about routine inspections and maintenance as well to help prevent future electrical failures or outages.
Assistance for All Commercial Operations
Many retail and hospitality outlets operate at night, on weekends and public holidays; our experienced electricians are on hand to help with any emergency electrical issues you may experience. We will make your site safe first and foremost, before discovering the cause of the fault and restoring the issue as soon as possible.
Residential Electrical Callouts
Power outages and failures can happen at the worst possible time, when you have company, when the big game is on or just when you are desperate for a hot shower. Our technicians are here to ensure you don’t have to wait until the morning to have power restored. Just ensure that you have unplugged all appliances and tested the safety switch to ensure it is not one of your appliances causing the issue. If there is any sparking, smoke or fire, leave the premises immediately and call Triple 0 before calling us.
Our technicians will walk you through what to do while we mobilise an electrician to your Illawarra home. For more information or to book an after-hours emergency callout service, phone John McEwan Electrical on
(02) 4261 9633.
