Choose the warning sign
Each page below explains common causes without treating them as a diagnosis. It identifies hazards, safe pre-arrival steps, Landmark's troubleshooting process and the most relevant repair pages.
Flickering Lights
Flickering or dimming lights can point to a lamp or control problem, a loose circuit connection, load interaction or a service-voltage issue. Landmark traces when and where the symptom occurs before recommending a fixture, circuit or service repair.
Understand this warningBurning Smell From Panel
A burning odor from a panel can signal overheating, arcing, damaged insulation or a failing connection. Treat it as urgent: keep away from the equipment, call 911 for active smoke or fire, and call Landmark for emergency electrical response when the area is safe.
Understand this warningBreakers Constantly Tripping
A breaker that trips repeatedly is responding to a condition or has developed a problem of its own. Landmark checks for overload, short circuit, ground fault, connected-equipment failure, neutral problems and panel damage before replacing protection.
Understand this warningPartial Power Loss
Partial power loss can come from one branch circuit, a failed connection, a utility phase or neutral problem, or damaged service equipment. Because abnormal voltage may affect appliances and electronics, call promptly and avoid operating equipment that behaves unusually.
Understand this warningDead Outlets
A dead outlet may result from a tripped protective device, failed receptacle, loose connection, damaged conductor or loss of power earlier in the circuit. Landmark traces the accessible circuit instead of replacing the visible outlet without confirming the cause.
Understand this warningBuzzing Switches
A switch that buzzes can have a loose connection, failing internal contact, incompatible dimmer or overloaded control. Stop using it if the sound comes with heat, odor, flicker or discoloration, and request an evaluation before the connection worsens.
Understand this warningWarm Outlets
An outlet that feels unusually warm can indicate a loose connection, overloaded device, failing receptacle or heat from a connected load. Unplug the load when safe, stop using the outlet, and call promptly if heat, odor, discoloration or crackling continues.
Understand this warningAluminum Wiring Concerns
Aluminum branch-circuit wiring requires identification, condition review and compatible connection methods—not a one-size-fits-all conclusion. Landmark evaluates accessible terminations, connected devices and repair goals before discussing approved correction or rewiring options.
Understand this warningStorm Damage Repairs
Storm damage can leave customer-owned service equipment energized, unstable or exposed to water even when the home has lost power. Keep away from damaged lines and equipment, call 911 or the utility for immediate hazards, and use an electrician for make-safe work and permanent customer-side restoration.
Understand this warningWhen safety cannot wait
Leave the area and call 911 for active fire, heavy smoke, electrical injury or immediate danger. Stay away from downed lines and anything touching them. For burning odor, active sparking, unusual heat, partial power, water-damaged equipment or storm damage, avoid the affected equipment and call Landmark for urgent electrical help after immediate public-safety needs are addressed.
Get emergency electrical helpHow Landmark troubleshooting works
Landmark begins with the symptom, circuit or equipment involved and the conditions that make it appear. The electrician inspects and tests accessible points in a logical sequence, separates the visible failure from its cause and presents a flat-rate repair option before additional approved work begins.
- Standard $79 dispatch and on-site evaluation charge
- Evaluation charge waived when approved work proceeds during the visit
- Extended point-to-point diagnostic time approved separately
- Clear distinction between utility, connected-equipment and building-wiring conditions
- Repair verification and customer walkthrough after approved work
Electrical troubleshooting FAQs
Do I need to know which electrical part failed?
No. Start with the symptom, affected rooms or equipment and when it occurs. Landmark traces the relevant electrical path before recommending a repair.
Which electrical warning signs need urgent help?
Call promptly for burning odor, sparking, unusual heat, buzzing panels, partial power, storm damage or equipment affected by water. Leave and call 911 for active fire, heavy smoke, electrical injury or immediate danger.
What does electrical troubleshooting cost?
The standard $79 dispatch and on-site evaluation charge covers the initial service visit and is waived when approved work proceeds during the visit. Extended diagnostic time, materials and repairs require separate approval.
Can Landmark repair the problem during the same visit?
Often, when the cause, access, parts and approved scope support it. Intermittent faults, concealed damage, utility coordination or major equipment replacement can require additional steps.