When your business loses power or your home faces an electrical emergency, every minute counts. Firebrand Electric provides emergency electrical services for residential, commercial, and industrial properties throughout Sonoma County. Whether it is a tripped main breaker shutting down your restaurant during dinner service, a panel failure in your office building, storm damage to your electrical service, or sparking outlets in your home — our licensed electricians respond quickly to diagnose and resolve the problem.
We understand that electrical emergencies do not wait for business hours. Retail stores in Santa Rosa, food processing facilities in Petaluma, wineries in Healdsburg and Sonoma, warehouses in Windsor, and homes in every corner of Sonoma County all depend on reliable electrical systems. When something fails, you need an electrician who can troubleshoot efficiently, carry the right parts, and get your power back online.
The most common emergency calls we receive from Sonoma County homes and businesses include complete power loss from panel failures or utility issues, partial outages affecting critical circuits, burning smells or visible arcing at panels or outlets, tripped breakers that will not reset, water-damaged electrical systems from pipe breaks or roof leaks, generator failures during PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoffs, sparking or hot outlets and switches, and electrical damage from lightning strikes or power surges.
Each of these situations requires a different diagnostic approach. Our electricians carry the equipment and parts needed to address most emergencies on the first visit, minimizing your downtime and reducing the need for return trips.
Commercial electrical emergencies hit your bottom line directly. A restaurant that loses power during service sends customers away. A winery that loses refrigeration during a heat wave risks thousands of dollars in wine inventory. An office that loses power halts productivity for every employee.
We prioritize commercial emergency calls and work to get your business back online as quickly as possible. For businesses with critical electrical loads, we also recommend proactive measures including backup generator installation, regular panel maintenance, and infrared scanning to catch problems before they become emergencies.
Electrical emergencies at home are stressful and potentially dangerous. If you are experiencing sparking outlets, a burning smell from your electrical panel, loss of power to part of your home, or any situation that feels unsafe, call us immediately. Do not attempt to diagnose or repair electrical problems yourself — the risk of shock or fire is real.
Sonoma County homes, especially older construction in Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Sebastopol, and Sonoma, are prone to certain electrical issues: degraded wiring insulation in homes built before 1970, overloaded circuits in kitchens and bathrooms that were not designed for modern appliance loads, failing panels that need replacement, and aluminum wiring connections that loosen over time and create hot spots. We diagnose the root cause so the emergency repair addresses the underlying problem, not just the symptom.
Sonoma County residents and businesses know the reality of PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoffs during fire season. When the power goes out, homes and businesses with backup generators depend on those systems starting reliably. We provide emergency generator service when backup systems fail to start or transfer properly during an outage.
For properties without backup power, we can assess your needs and recommend a permanent generator or battery backup solution so you are prepared for the next outage. Firebrand Electric is a Franklin Whole Home certified installer, and we install and service Kohler, Cummins, and other major generator brands.
Sonoma County has experienced significant weather events and wildfires that damage electrical infrastructure. Fallen trees on service lines, water intrusion into panels, and heat damage to wiring all require immediate professional attention. We work with homeowners, property managers, and insurance adjusters to assess damage, perform emergency stabilization, and plan permanent repairs.
After the Tubbs Fire that devastated parts of Santa Rosa and surrounding communities, and subsequent fire events affecting Windsor and the greater region, we helped property owners restore electrical systems in both temporary and rebuilt structures. We understand the permitting and inspection requirements for fire-damaged electrical systems in Sonoma County and can guide you through the process.
If you are experiencing an electrical emergency:
Many emergencies are preventable with regular maintenance. We recommend periodic electrical inspections for commercial properties, especially buildings over 20 years old. Checking connections for tightness, verifying breaker operation, testing GFCI and AFCI protection, and inspecting wiring condition can catch problems before they become emergencies.
For homes, an electrical safety inspection is smart after purchasing an older property, before starting a major renovation, or if you notice warning signs like flickering lights, warm outlets, or frequently tripping breakers. A proactive inspection costs far less than an emergency repair and could prevent a house fire.
Firebrand Electric serves Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Windsor, Healdsburg, Sebastopol, Rohnert Park, Cotati, Sonoma, Kenwood, Forestville, Cloverdale, and all of Sonoma County. We are a fully licensed electrical contractor — CA License #1063440 — with the expertise to handle any electrical emergency for residential or commercial properties.
For electrical emergencies, call 707-303-7270. For non-urgent service, request an estimate online.
Emergency calls outside of regular business hours may have a service call fee that differs from standard rates. We are transparent about pricing before starting work. When you call, we will discuss the situation, provide guidance on immediate safety steps, and let you know the cost before dispatching an electrician.
Response times depend on our current workload and your location in Sonoma County. For urgent situations — sparking panels, burning smells, or power loss affecting safety — we prioritize response and typically arrive within 1 to 3 hours. For less urgent issues like a single circuit outage with no safety concerns, we may schedule a same-day or next-day visit.
A breaker that trips once and resets normally is usually not an emergency — it may just be an overloaded circuit. However, a breaker that trips repeatedly, will not reset, feels warm, or is accompanied by a burning smell should be treated as urgent. Do not force a breaker that will not reset — it may be protecting you from a serious wiring fault. Call us for assessment.
A burning smell near your electrical panel is a serious warning sign. Turn off the main breaker if you can safely reach it, evacuate the area around the panel, do not open the panel cover, and call 911 if you see smoke or flames. Then call Firebrand Electric. Burning smells from panels usually indicate a loose connection, failing breaker, or overheated wiring — all of which can start a fire if not addressed immediately.
Yes. Water and electricity are a dangerous combination. If water has reached your electrical panel, outlets, or wiring, do not attempt to use affected circuits or touch wet electrical equipment. We assess water-damaged electrical systems, replace compromised components, dry and test circuits, and restore safe operation. We also work with insurance adjusters on water damage claims when needed.
Absolutely. A standard home inspection covers electrical basics but does not provide the detailed assessment a licensed electrician can offer. We inspect panel condition, wiring type and condition, grounding, GFCI and AFCI protection, load capacity, and safety hazards. For homes built before 1980 in Sonoma County, this inspection often reveals issues that need addressing for safety and insurance purposes. The inspection cost is minimal compared to the potential cost of discovering problems after closing.