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Electrical fault finding

Electrical fault finding in Brisbane

Safety switch keeps tripping? Power out to part of the house? Lights flickering or a power point that's stopped working? We test, track down the cause and fix it properly.

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Egan Electrical electrician testing a circuit at the switchboard
Electrical Contractor LicenceNo. 91359
  • Licensed & insured
  • Upfront fixed pricing
  • Lifetime workmanship warranty
  • Compliance certificate every job
Found and fixed

We find the real cause

A safety switch that keeps tripping is doing its job. It's telling you something on that circuit is faulty, and resetting it over and over doesn't fix the problem.

We test each circuit with proper test gear to find where the fault is, whether it's a worn appliance, water in an outdoor fitting or damaged wiring. Then we explain what we found in plain English and give you a fixed price to repair it.

Call us if

  • Your safety switch keeps tripping
  • Power is out to part of the house
  • Lights flicker or buzz
  • A power point or light has stopped working
  • You can smell burning or see scorch marks
  • Something trips when it rains
Our work

Faults we've found

Real jobs from around Brisbane and Moreton Bay.

Burnt, melted wiring connection found during fault finding in Petrie
Fault foundBurnt connection, Petrie
Electrician testing a switchboard with a Fluke multifunction tester
TestingEvery circuit tested to find the fault
Switchboard with tripping safety switches in Doolandella
Safety switchTripping safety switch traced, Doolandella
What we do

Fault finding services

  • Tripping safety switches and breakers
  • Partial or full power loss
  • Flickering lights
  • Dead power points and lights
  • Burnt or damaged wiring
  • Faults that show up when it rains
  • Insulation and circuit testing
  • Repairs once the fault is found
Our guarantee

Every fault finding job comes with

  • A clear explanation of what we found
  • A fixed price before any repairs
  • Proper test equipment on every job
  • Licensed electricians, Licence No. 91359
  • Tested and safe before we leave
  • Lifetime workmanship warranty
How it works

Three steps, no runaround

Tell us the job

Call or send the form with a few photos. We'll come back to you the same day.

Get a fixed price

You get a clear, itemised price to approve before any work starts.

We get it done

On time, tidy, tested, and certified. You pay once you're happy.

Questions

Fault finding questions

Why does my safety switch keep tripping?

Usually because something on that circuit is leaking power to earth. Common causes are a faulty appliance, water in an outdoor light or power point, or damaged wiring. We test to find which one.

Can I just keep resetting it?

It's best not to. The safety switch is protecting you from a fault. If it trips again straight away or keeps tripping, turn it off and call us.

How long does fault finding take?

Many faults are found within an hour. Intermittent faults, like ones that only happen when it rains, can take longer, and we'll keep you updated as we go.

Is it an emergency?

If you smell burning, see sparks or smoke, or have no power at all, call us straight away on (07) 3113 9237. We do 24/7 emergency call-outs.

Where we work

Across Brisbane and Moreton Bay

We're based in Brendale and track down electrical faults in homes and businesses across Brisbane and Moreton Bay, including recent work in Petrie, Mango Hill and Doolandella.

Areas we service

BrendaleStrathpineAlbany CreekEatons HillWarnerBray ParkLawntonPetrieKallangurNorth LakesMango HillBracken RidgeCarseldineAspleyChermsideEverton ParkFerny GroveArana HillsBridgeman DownsSandgate
Get a quote

Get help with an electrical fault

We service homes and businesses across Brisbane and Moreton Bay.

Request a quote online

  1. Tell us about the job. A few lines is plenty.
  2. Add photos. Tell us what's happening and when it started, and send a photo of your switchboard with the tripped switch.
  3. We get back to you the same day with a price or a time to come and look.
Start your quote request →

Opens our secure booking form, run by ServiceM8. Your request goes straight to our office.

Egan Electrical Industries
Electrical Contractor Licence No. 91359
ABN 48 669 332 110
(07) 3113 9237
office@eeindustries.com.au
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