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Emergency Repairs in Westbrook, Maine
Fast help for outages, burning smells, and sparking outlets.
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Electrical issues don't keep business hours—and neither do we. At Josh LaFerriere Electric, we offer prompt and dependable emergency electrical repair services to homeowners throughout Southern Maine.
When something goes wrong with your electrical system, it can be stressful and even dangerous. That's why we respond quickly, diagnose accurately, and repair efficiently—so you can feel safe in your home again. For non-urgent issues, our troubleshooting service can help identify and resolve problems before they become emergencies.
When to Call for Emergency Service
If you experience any of the following, don't wait—call us immediately for fast, professional help:
Partial Power Outage
Power is out in part of your house but not all of it, indicating a potential panel or circuit issue.
Sparking or Burning Smell
Sparks from outlets, switches, or your panel, or a burning smell near any electrical component.
Exposed or Damaged Wiring
Visible wires that are frayed, chewed, or otherwise exposed, creating a serious shock and fire hazard. Proper ventilation can also help prevent moisture-related wiring damage.
Water Near Electrical
Flooding, leaks, or water intrusion near outlets, panels, or wiring that could cause electrocution. After repairs, consider adding surge protection to guard against damage.
Panel Hot to Touch
If your electrical panel feels warm or hot, it could indicate a dangerous overload or failing components.
Storm Damage
Loss of power during a storm, downed lines near your property, or damage to your electrical service entrance. Consider a generator installation with a transfer switch for reliable backup power.
What to Expect
Immediate Response
We prioritize emergency calls and respond as quickly as possible to get to your location.
Expert Diagnosis
Our licensed electrician will quickly and accurately identify the source of the problem.
On-the-Spot Repairs
Whenever possible, we complete repairs during the initial visit to restore your power and safety.
Follow-Up Recommendations
If additional work is needed — such as an EV charger installation, hot tub wiring, or remodel wiring — we provide clear recommendations and a transparent estimate.
Why Trust Josh LaFerriere Electric?
Fully Licensed
Licensed electrician with the training and expertise to handle any emergency safely.
Fully Insured
Comprehensive insurance coverage for your complete peace of mind.
Trusted Locally
Trusted by homeowners across Southern Maine for reliable, honest residential and commercial service.
Fast Response
We understand emergencies can't wait and prioritize getting to you quickly.
Why homeowners choose Josh Laferriere Electric
Honest work, fair pricing
Honest work, fair pricing, and craftsmanship that lasts — the same principle this company was founded on.
Licensed master electrician
Fully licensed and insured electrical contractor. Code-compliant installations with upfront honest pricing.
On time, left clean
Clear communication, on-time arrivals, and job sites left cleaner than we found them.
Locally owned in Westbrook, Maine · Serving Portland, South Portland, Westbrook, Scarborough, Falmouth, Yarmouth, Freeport, Brunswick, Old Orchard Beach, Biddeford, Gorham, Standish, Sebago, and Southern Maine
5.0 · 28 Google reviews
What our customers say
Lucas Bernacki
August 2026
Josh (and Charlie) provided excellent service. We called for a site visit and an estimate. They got us on the schedule within a week, showed up on time, offered a fair price, and were able to complete the work the same day! After they replaced the electrical panel, they took the time to work with me to test and clearly label each switch.
Bret Barker
June 2026
Josh was professional through and through. He responded quickly, came out to assess my new circuit installation needs and discussed options, clearly listening to my concerns. He then gave me an upfront estimate and got it all done same day. The new run is tidy, he cleaned up thoroughly, and was overall great to work with.
Mary Anne Anderson
May 2026
Josh has done two projects for us, including troubleshooting some non-working outlets and installing a new bathroom fan. He’s extremely courteous, professional, reliable, and offers fair pricing. Highly recommend for any electrical needs!
Emergency Repairs FAQs
What counts as an electrical emergency?
Burning smell, sparking, scorch marks, a hot panel, exposed live wiring, or a whole-home outage that is not the utility.
What should I do before you arrive?
If it is safe, shut off the affected breaker. Do not keep resetting a breaker that trips immediately. Call us and stay clear of the hazard.
Do you come after hours?
We provide emergency electrical repairs when the issue cannot wait. Call the number on this page.
Will you fix it in one visit?
Most emergency faults — a failed breaker, bad splice, or damaged device — are repaired on the first visit. Larger panel or rewire work is quoted separately.
Is a burning smell always the wiring?
Not always, but treat it as wiring until proven otherwise. We find the source and make the circuit safe before anything else.
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