Electrical help · Tallinn and Harju County
Fast electrician in Tallinn: what to do in case of an electrical fault?
If an electrical fault is dangerous, do not open the fuse box or attempt to repair the wiring. If necessary, cut off the power only if it can be done safely, keep people away from the fault site, and call in qualified help.
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- Tallinn and Harju County
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Short answer
If a socket, switch, light or other electrical installation overheats, sparks, smells burnt or repeatedly trips a breaker, stop using it. Do not repair live electrical installations yourself. Book help through the online form and describe what happened, the location and whether power is off. In immediate danger call 112.
Practical answer
When is calling an electrician urgent?
Urgency depends primarily on the level of danger, not just whether a device is working. Overheating, smoke, a burning smell, visible damage, or a breaker that keeps tripping all require prompt assessment.
- an outlet, switch or connection is heating up or sparking
- there is a smell of burning or visible smoke
- a breaker or residual-current device trips repeatedly
- a cable, plug or electrical device has suffered water or mechanical damage
- some rooms or appliances have unexpectedly lost power and the cause is unknown
Practical answer
What not to do before the electrician arrives?
In the event of an electrical fault, it's most important to avoid making the situation worse. Opening the electrical installation, connecting wires, or replacing protective devices without proper qualification can be life-threatening.
- do not touch bare or damaged wires
- do not replace the breaker with one of a higher rated current
- do not repeatedly try to switch on a breaker that immediately trips again
- do not use a plug or electrical appliance that has gotten wet
- do not take measurements or make repairs yourself on a live installation
Practical answer
Which electrical jobs can be scheduled as a regular callout?
Not all electrical work is an emergency. For light fixtures, sockets, switches and other minor work, a regular appointment time can be arranged. The person doing the work and the scope of work are chosen according to what competence the specific job requires.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can I switch the circuit breaker back on myself?
If the cause is clear and there is no danger, an ordinary user may use the switch provided for this in the fuse box. If the breaker trips again, you notice a burning smell, there is sparking, or the cause is unknown, leave the power off and call an electrician.
Does Handymann24 do all types of electrical work?
We take on a job only if it can be done properly and with the relevant competence. Larger jobs or those requiring special qualifications are assessed separately beforehand.
Can an electrician come the same day?
That depends on the current schedule, location and the nature of the fault. In an urgent situation, let us know right away if there is overheating, smoke, sparking or any other immediate danger.
What should I include with my inquiry?
Send a photo of the fault only from a safe distance. If the labelling on the device or fuse box is visible without opening anything, a photo of that can also help.
Describe the situation – we'll tell you the next sensible step
The call-out fee covers the professional’s travel and attendance, not repairs or materials. Once the professional has arrived as agreed, the call-out fee is not refunded because the customer declines further work or work cannot proceed due to inaccurate customer information, lack of access or another obstacle attributable to the customer. Further work, materials and additional costs are agreed separately. If the service is not provided or we breach the agreement, the refund terms and applicable law apply.
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