Emergency Electrical Services
Power out after a storm? Electrical issue that can't wait? Call Jimmy. Wave Electrical responds to urgent electrical needs across Baldwin County.
Wave Electrical responds to urgent electrical situations across Baldwin County — storm damage, burning smells, sparks, water-damaged panels, and total loss of power that isn’t explained by a tripped breaker. If you’re not sure whether what you’re dealing with qualifies, call. Jimmy would rather walk you through it on the phone than have you wait on something that’s actually serious. Call 251-656-4601.
When you need this
- A storm has damaged your service entrance, meter, weatherhead, or panel
- Water has gotten into a panel, outlet, or any electrical equipment
- You smell something burning from a switch, outlet, or panel
- You see sparks, scorch marks, or smoke from anywhere in your electrical system
- A tree, branch, or debris has pulled the service line off your house
- A breaker is hot to the touch, won’t reset, or has clearly failed
- Total loss of power in a building that isn’t explained by the utility being down
What to do right now if it’s an emergency
If there’s any active fire or smoke, call 911 first.
If it’s safe to reach the main breaker, turn it off. That kills power to the whole building and removes the immediate danger.
Stay away from any water that might be in contact with electrical equipment. Do not touch downed service lines or anything they’re touching, even if the power appears to be out.
Then call Jimmy at 251-656-4601. If he answers, describe what’s happening and where you are. If he can’t answer immediately, leave a message — he checks them constantly and will call back quickly on emergency situations. For non-life-safety issues that still can’t wait, the quote form is the fastest way to get on the schedule.
What the response looks like
When Jimmy gets to your property, the first job is making it safe. That means isolating the damaged section, killing power to whatever can’t be left energized, and identifying what needs to be repaired before anyone is back inside or before Alabama Power can re-energize the service. Storm calls often need coordination with the utility — if your service entrance is damaged, Alabama Power won’t reconnect until a licensed electrician has repaired your side of the meter. Jimmy handles that work and the paperwork that goes with it.
For non-storm emergencies — burning smells, dead panels, sparks — the work is diagnostic followed by immediate repair where possible. If a part needs to be ordered, Jimmy will tell you that, secure the system in a safe state, and schedule the return as soon as the part arrives. Licensed and insured work, even when it has to happen fast.
Hurricane season on the Gulf Coast
June through November is when most of the emergency calls come in. Tropical systems, even ones that don’t make landfall, can drop enough rain and wind to take down service entrances, push water into outdoor outlets and meter cans, and bring trees down on overhead lines. Wave Electrical prioritizes storm calls during and after weather events across Baldwin County — Fairhope, Daphne, Spanish Fort, Foley, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and the surrounding area. From your home to your business, Jimmy will get you safe first and back to normal as fast as the work allows.
Emergency line: 251-656-4601.
Frequently asked questions
What counts as an electrical emergency?
Call immediately if you smell burning from an outlet or panel, see sparks or scorch marks, have a total power outage not explained by a tripped breaker, have water intrusion near electrical components, or if a storm has caused damage to your electrical system. When in doubt, call.
Does Wave Electrical respond after storms?
Yes. Hurricane and tropical storm season in Baldwin County can cause significant electrical damage. Jimmy prioritizes storm-related electrical calls and will help you assess what's safe and what needs immediate repair.
What should I do if I think I have an electrical emergency right now?
If there's any risk of fire or shock, turn off the main breaker if it's safe to do so and leave the area. Call 911 if there is an active fire. Then call Jimmy at 251-656-4601. Do not attempt to diagnose electrical problems yourself during an emergency.
Can you help after a storm even if the power is still out?
Yes. Jimmy can inspect storm damage, make necessary repairs, and coordinate with Alabama Power on what needs to happen on their side before power is safely restored.