Something not working right? We'll find out why.
Tripping breakers, dead outlets, flickering lights, or half the house without power. Licensed troubleshooting and repairs for homeowners across Ottawa and Eastern Ontario, with a same-day response.
Common problems we fix
No job is too small. If something electrical in your home isn't working the way it should, it's worth a call.
Breaker keeps tripping
A breaker that trips under normal use is telling you something: an overloaded circuit, a failing appliance, a loose connection or a worn-out breaker. We track down which one it is.
Dead outlets or switches
One outlet, a whole wall, or a switch that stopped doing anything. Often it's a tripped GFCI somewhere else or a loose connection, and we'll find it.
Flickering or dimming lights
Lights that flicker or dim when something else turns on can be a simple fixture issue or a sign of a loose connection that needs attention.
Part of the house has no power
When a room or a whole section of the house goes dead and resetting breakers doesn't help, we trace the circuit back and fix the cause.
GFCI won't reset
Bathroom, kitchen, garage and outdoor GFCI outlets that won't reset, or keep tripping, usually point to moisture or a fault further down the line.
Storm or lightning damage
After a storm, surge or lightning strike, we check what was affected, repair the damage and can add whole-home surge protection to help next time.
- A burning smell or smokeFrom an outlet, switch, fixture or the panel
- Scorch marks or melted plasticOn outlets, plugs or around breakers
- An outlet or panel that feels hotOr buzzes and crackles
- Sparks or arcingWhen plugging something in or flipping a switch
If it's safe to do so, switch off that circuit's breaker and leave it off, then call or text us at (613) 265-9604. If there's fire or immediate danger, call 911 first.
How a repair call works
1. Tell us what's happening
Call, text, or send a quote request. A short description and a photo or two help us come prepared.
2. Same-day response
We get back to you the same day to ask a few questions and book a visit that works for you.
3. Find it, explain it, fix it
We diagnose the cause, explain what we found and what the fix involves before going ahead, and file the ESA notification when the work requires one.
Repairs & troubleshooting FAQ
Yes. A single dead outlet, a switch that stopped working or one tripping breaker is worth a call. Small problems are often warnings of something bigger, and they're usually quick to fix.
We respond the same day you reach out. The visit itself is booked around our schedule and how urgent the problem is; safety issues like burning smells or scorch marks get priority.
Yes. We explain what we found and what the repair involves before we go ahead, so there are no surprises.
Many electrical repairs in Ontario require an ESA notification of work. When yours does, we file it under our licence (ESA #7018850).
Ottawa and Eastern Ontario, including Kanata, Nepean, Orléans, Russell, Embrun, Casselman, Winchester, Chesterville, Morrisburg, Kemptville, Cornwall and Brockville. Not sure if you're in range? Call and ask.
What our customers are saying
Real reviews from real customers on Google.
“I had an excellent experience with Cornerstone Electrical installing the charger for my Ford Mustang Mach-E. The installation was done professionally, everything was neat and well organized, and the entire process was smooth from start to finish. The electrician was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and took the time to answer all of my questions. It’s clear they take pride in their work. I highly recommend Cornerstone Electrical to anyone looking for a reliable EV charger installation. Five stars all the way!”
“Great service and communication. I emailed them for a quote. I got a quick response back. I needed a EV charger installed and some breaker change in my panels. The job was quick and everything looks good and professional. I would definitely recommend them.”
“Excellent service / top-notch job completion. Was on time and completed the necessary work in a professional manner. Was very polite and great to work with. Would absolutely recommend.”
Tell us what's going on
Call or text (613) 265-9604, or send a quick description and a photo. We'll get back to you the same day.
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