Repairs & Troubleshooting | Minneapolis, MN
Emergency Electrician Available 24 Hours a Day
Electrical emergencies don't wait for business hours. Harrison Electric has a live answering service around the clock and technicians available for urgent dispatch — including nights and weekends.
When You Need an Electrician Right Now
Some electrical problems can wait until morning. Others can't. A burning smell from your panel, sparks from an outlet, a breaker that won't reset after a storm, or a sudden loss of power to part of your home are situations that need attention now — not tomorrow.
Harrison Electric's answering service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. When you call, a real person picks up — not a voicemail, not an automated system. Technicians are available for urgent dispatch including nights and weekends. For most emergency calls we can get someone to you the same day.
What to Expect When You Call
When you call Harrison Electric for an electrical emergency, your technician arrives ready to work. Our trucks are stocked with parts for most common emergency repairs. Your technician will assess the full situation — not just the symptom you called about — explain exactly what they find, and present your options with StraightForward Pricing before any work begins. You decide what happens next. Nothing gets started without your approval.
For situations involving your utility company's equipment — storm damage to the service line, meter issues, or problems at the point where power enters your home — Harrison Electric can make your home safe while you wait for your utility company. That means the problem is contained and your family is protected immediately, rather than leaving a dangerous situation unaddressed until the utility company arrives.
Electrical emergencies we handle
We respond to the full range of residential electrical emergencies in the Twin Cities metro.
- Burning smell from outlet, switch, or electrical panel
- Sparks or visible scorch marks on outlets or switches
- Breaker that won't reset or keeps tripping after a storm
- Partial or complete loss of power not caused by a utility outage
- Flickering lights throughout the home combined with other warning signs
- Water infiltration into electrical panel or outlets
- Storm or lightning damage to electrical system or service entrance
- Downed or damaged power line on or near your property
Frequently Asked Questions About Emergency Electrical Service
What counts as a true electrical emergency?
- Any situation involving a burning smell, visible sparks, scorch marks, or smoke near electrical components is an emergency — call immediately. A breaker that won't reset, a sudden loss of power to part of your home after a storm, or water contact with electrical components are also situations that warrant an urgent call rather than waiting. When in doubt, call us. We would rather talk you through it and confirm it can wait than have you ignore something serious.
What should I do while I wait for the electrician?
- If you smell burning or see sparks, cut power to the affected area at the breaker panel if you can do so safely. Do not use the outlet, switch, or fixture involved. If you are not comfortable at the panel or the situation involves your main service, stay clear and wait for the technician. Do not attempt repairs yourself.
Do you charge extra for after-hours or weekend calls?
- Harrison Electric uses StraightForward Pricing on every call — your technician presents all options and costs before any work begins, regardless of when you call. Confirm current after-hours rates when you call to schedule.
What if the problem is with the utility line or meter?
- Problems at the meter or utility service line require your utility company to resolve their side. However, Harrison Electric can assess the situation, make your home safe on our end, and help you understand exactly what to report to your utility company. We can be there while you wait so your home is not left in an unsafe condition.
How quickly can you get to me?
- When you call our 24-hour answering service, we will assess the situation and get a technician dispatched as quickly as possible. For most emergency calls in the Twin Cities metro we can get someone to you the same day. Response times vary based on call volume and technician availability — we will give you an honest estimate when you call.
What to Expect on Every Harrison Electric Visit
Every visit follows the same process - from the moment your technician arrives to the moment they leave.
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Tell Us What's Going On
Describe what you're experiencing - sounds, smells, flickering lights, tripped breakers, anything that seems off. The more detail you share, the faster we can find the source.
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We Evaluate Your Entire System
Your technician performs a safety evaluation of your full electrical system - not just the problem you called about. We look for issues you may not know exist.
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We Share What We Find
Before any work begins, your technician walks you through the findings. No surprises, no jargon - just a clear explanation of what's going on and what your options are.
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You See Your Options and Pricing Upfront
Every option is presented with StraightForward Pricing before any work begins. You know exactly what each solution costs before you decide anything.
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You Decide What Happens Next
Nothing gets started until you say so. You choose the option that works for your home and your budget. There is no pressure.
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We Get to Work
Your technician completes the work to Harrison Electric's standards - and cleans up before leaving. We treat your home the way we'd treat our own.
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Our Work Is Guaranteed
Every repair is backed by Harrison Electric's satisfaction guarantee and lifetime warranty on covered work. If something isn't right, we make it right.
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We Handle the Paperwork
Your technician completes all documentation before leaving. You receive a full record of the work performed and any recommendations for follow-up.
Why Twin Cities Homeowners Choose Harrison Electric
In Business Since 1985
Family-owned and operated for 40 years. We built this business on doing things the right way - and that's still how we run it today.
StraightForward Pricing
All options and costs presented before any work begins. You approve everything first. No surprises on the final invoice.
Warehouse on Wheels
Our trucks are stocked with parts for most common residential repairs. No waiting for parts. No repeat appointments.
Lifetime Warranty on Repairs
Work covered by a lifetime warranty. If something goes wrong with a covered repair, we come back at no charge.
Local Technicians You Can Trust
Our technicians are licensed by the state of Minnesota, background checked, and held to the highest standards on every job. Your home and family are in good hands.
4.8 Stars on Google
Hundreds of verified reviews from real customers across the Twin Cities. Read what your neighbors are saying.
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Safety and Savings Plan
More homeowners than ever value preventative maintenance. The Safety and Savings Plan gives you priority scheduling so you are never waiting when something goes wrong, savings on every service call, annual safety inspections that catch problems before they become emergencies, and lifetime warranties on covered repairs.
View the Safety and Savings PlanFinancing available
Electrical repairs and upgrades can be unexpected. Financing means you can take care of the problem today and fit the cost into a monthly payment that works for your budget.
- Fast approvals
- No prepayment penalties
- Flexible options