Plourdes Electrical Services: Reliable Electrical Company Serving Augusta 4330

This is a very common issue in our area due to Maine's harsh winters. Moisture seeps into outdoor outlets, freezes, and expands, damaging the internal components and creating a serious shock or fire hazard. At Plourdes Electrical Services, we fix this by replacing the damaged outlet with a weatherproof, GFCI-protected model rated for outdoor use in our climate, ensuring your outdoor power is both safe and reliable.

Not necessarily. While arc fault breakers (AFCIs) are crucial for safety, they can be sensitive in older homes where appliance motors or slightly damaged wire sheathing can cause nuisance trips. Our electricians first perform a detailed inspection to pinpoint the cause—often a specific appliance, a worn switch, or shared neutrals. We then perform the targeted repair or circuit adjustment needed to resolve the trip while maintaining full safety compliance, avoiding unnecessary major work.

For reliable backup in our region, proper sizing and professional installation are key. We assess your home's essential circuits (like heat, fridge, sump pump) to recommend the right generator size. Our installation includes a certified transfer switch, ensuring safe operation and protecting your home and utility workers. We also position the unit according to local codes for noise, exhaust, and easy access for maintenance, so you have dependable power during Maine's frequent winter outages.