Power tripping, circuits dead or lights flickering? We find the cause and fix it.
What's included
- Safety switch tripping diagnosis
- Circuit and insulation resistance testing
- Appliance testing
- Storm and water damage repairs
- Repair of faulty wiring and fittings
- Clear explanation and cost before repairs
- Testing before power is restored
Electrical fault finding on the Gold Coast
When the power keeps tripping, a circuit goes dead or your lights flicker, you need an electrician who can find the cause quickly and fix it properly. Ampra Energy Group provides fault finding and electrical repairs for homes and businesses across the Gold Coast, using professional test equipment and a methodical approach.
Common electrical faults
Safety switch tripping is one of the most common callouts. It is usually caused by a faulty appliance, water getting into outdoor power points or light fittings, damaged cables or a deteriorating circuit. Other common faults include power points or lights that have stopped working, burning smells or scorch marks, buzzing switchboards, flickering lights, tripping circuit breakers and partial power loss. Gold Coast storms, humidity and salt air can all contribute to faults over time.
How we find the problem
We start by talking with you about when the fault happens and what was running at the time. We then isolate and test each circuit using insulation resistance testers and other diagnostic equipment, check appliances, and inspect connections, fittings and cabling until we locate the cause. Once we have found it, we explain the problem in plain language and give you the cost to fix it before we go ahead.
When to call an electrician
Do not keep resetting a safety switch that trips repeatedly, and never ignore burning smells, heat at power points or sparks. These are signs of a potentially dangerous fault. Turn off the affected circuit at the switchboard if it is safe to do so, unplug appliances and call a licensed electrician. If anyone has received an electric shock, seek medical attention and report the incident to the Electrical Safety Office.
Licensed repairs
All electrical repairs in Queensland must be carried out by a licensed electrician under the Electrical Safety Act 2002 (Qld). Repairs are completed to the AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules, tested before power is restored and certified with a certificate of testing and compliance where required.