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CBE: Your Trusted, Local, Licensed Electrical Experts
Like most homeowners and businesses, you probably don’t think about your electricity—until there’s a problem. When the unexpected happens, CBE’s licensed electricians are available 24/7 to respond to your emergency needs. Whether it’s a tripped circuit breaker, overloaded outlet, or a major electrical outage, no emergency is too big or too small for our team. We offer prompt, reliable residential and commercial/industrial electrical services at competitive rates—so you’re never left in the dark.
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What Constitutes an Electrical Emergency?
Losing electricity isn’t just inconvenient—it can create serious safety risks for both homes and businesses. If you’re dealing with an electrical issue, CBE is just a phone call away for prompt emergency assessment and repair. The safety of your family, employees, and property is always our top priority. Not sure if your situation requires immediate attention? Contact us anytime to speak with one of our knowledgeable dispatchers. We’ll help you decide if you need urgent service or if your repair can safely be scheduled during regular business hours.
Call Us Right Away if You Experience Any of the Following Common Electrical Emergencies:
- Overloaded Outlets or Tripped Circuit Breakers: Most people have more gadgets than they know what to do with, which often results in overloaded electrical outlets among today’s modern homes and businesses. When you demand more electricity than your system is equipped to handle, it can result in a tripped circuit breaker. Repeatedly tripping your circuit breaker may result in an electrical malfunction requiring the attention of a skilled emergency electrician.
- Flickering Lights: Flickering lights can be a warning sign of faulty wiring—a potential fire hazard if left unchecked. When it comes to safety, it’s always best to be cautious and have an expert take a look.
- Power Outage: If your home or business suddenly loses power (and your bills are paid), check with neighbors to see if it’s a widespread issue. If the outage is isolated to your property, contact an emergency electrician right away to diagnose and resolve the problem. Whenever you’re unsure, it’s safer to call. We’re here to protect your family, employees, and property from electrical hazards—day or night.
What Should You Do in a Power Outage?
You may experience a power outage due to severe weather or an issue with your local utility company. Casco Bay Electric has extensive experience to provide backup power and generator installations & repairs in Maine & New Hampshire. Don't wait for your power to go out amid a storm! Call CBE today to prepare for the unexpected before it happens. A generator from CBE will keep your home or business up and running no matter what the weather.
Here Are a Few Tips to Help Get You Through the Next Power Outage in One Piece:
- Keep your refrigerator/freezer closed to prevent food spoilage.
- Disconnect your electrical appliances to avoid a power surge.
- Keep away from windows until the threat of severe weather passes.
- Monitor local weather reports until the severe weather passes.
- Never try to use a gas stove to heat your home or business – when it’s safe to do so, go to an alternate location for heating/cooling in extreme temperatures.
- Generators should only be used outdoors, as they could cause carbon monoxide poisoning if used indoors.
- Try to have flashlights and extra batteries on hand in case of a power outage.
- Check in with your neighbors to see if they have power.
- Call an emergency electrician for an assessment and repair.
What Should You Do in an Electrical Fire?
In the event of an electrical fire, the most important thing to remember is to try to stay calm. First, you’ll need to shut off the power to the affected appliance or area – unplug it from the outlet or turn off the panel if it’s safe to do so. Baking soda may be an effective way to douse a small fire, such as a sizzling power strip or a toaster on fire. Never use water to try to put out an electrical fire, as this is the leading cause of an electrical shock! Even if you do manage to put out the fire yourself, you’ll still need to call an emergency electrician to come in and assess the damage.
What Should You Do in the Case of Electrical Shock?
An electrical shock may result in burns, cardiac arrest, or a fatality depending on the type of electrical current involved, how high the voltage is, and how the current traveled through the person’s body. You should never touch or try to move the affected person if they’re still in contact with the current. Immediately call 911 and shut off the source of electricity if it’s safe to do so. Once the source of power has been eliminated, it may be necessary to perform CPR if the person has stopped breathing. If the person is bleeding, it may be necessary to apply pressure and elevate the wound until help arrives.
What Can You Expect Working With Casco Bay Electric?
When you need an emergency electrician, the licensed electrical contractors at CBE have you covered. Call us any time, day or night, whenever an emergency arises for immediate service. Whenever you call our electrical experts, you can expect to receive first-class customer service using the latest technologies. We always provide clear, honest communication for the duration of your project and leave the job site clean afterward for minimal disruptions to your home or business life. Whether you need emergency service, or you’d be interested in learning more about an efficiency upgrade, we’re the local licensed electrical contractors to call for reliable 24-hour service.