Emergency Electrician in Tucson, AZ
When you smell burning from an outlet, see sparks behind a wall, or lose power during a 110-degree Tucson afternoon, waiting until Monday is not an option. Flowing Wells Electric provides around-the-clock emergency electrical service throughout the Tucson metro, with rapid response times when safety is on the line.
Call (520) 376-2779Electrical emergencies in the Tucson area carry risks that are amplified by the desert climate. A power outage during summer can push indoor temperatures above dangerous levels within hours, creating a genuine health emergency for children, elderly residents, and pets. Monsoon season brings intense lightning storms that can surge through wiring and destroy HVAC systems, appliances, and electronics in a single strike. These are not problems that can wait for a scheduled appointment, and our emergency team understands the urgency.
Common emergency calls we handle include burning smells from outlets or panels, sparking or arcing at receptacles, complete loss of power to part or all of a home, tripped main breakers that will not reset, and downed or damaged service entrance cables after storms. We arrive equipped with diagnostic tools, replacement breakers, wire, and common parts so that most emergencies can be resolved in a single visit without the need for a return trip.
Our emergency electricians are the same licensed professionals who handle our scheduled work. They carry full tool loadouts and maintain direct communication with TEP for situations that involve the utility service line or meter. If your emergency requires a permit for follow-up work, we handle that process as well, ensuring the repair is documented and inspected according to Pima County code.
Our Process
Emergency Contact
Call our 24/7 emergency line and speak directly with a dispatcher who will assess the situation, provide immediate safety guidance, and send the nearest available electrician to your location.
Rapid Diagnosis
Our electrician arrives and performs a focused diagnostic to identify the source of the problem, whether it involves the panel, wiring, a specific circuit, or the utility connection.
Immediate Repair or Stabilization
We complete the repair on the spot whenever possible. If parts or a permit are needed for a permanent fix, we stabilize the situation to restore safety and schedule the follow-up work promptly.
Frequently Asked Questions
I lost power during extreme heat and TEP says there is no outage. What should I do?
If TEP confirms no area outage, the problem is likely in your main breaker, service entrance, or internal wiring. This is a health emergency during Tucson summers. Call us immediately and we will dispatch an electrician to diagnose and restore your power as quickly as possible.
What is your typical emergency response time?
For true emergencies involving safety hazards, we typically arrive within 60 to 90 minutes depending on your location in the Tucson metro area. During major monsoon events, response times may be longer due to road conditions and high call volume, but we prioritize by severity.
I smell something burning near an outlet. Is that an emergency?
Yes, a burning smell from any outlet, switch, or your electrical panel is a serious fire hazard. Turn off the breaker for that circuit immediately if you can do so safely, and call us right away. Do not use the affected outlet or switch until a licensed electrician has inspected it.
My panel got hit by lightning during a monsoon. What should I do?
First, avoid touching the panel or any electrical equipment. If you see scorch marks, smell burning, or notice that multiple circuits are not working, call us for an emergency inspection. Lightning surges can cause hidden damage to breakers and wiring that may not be immediately obvious but can create fire hazards over time.
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