Electrical Fire in Delray Beach, FL

Electrical fires are among the most dangerous and unpredictable types of home fires. Unlike cooking fires that occur in a predictable location, electrical fires can start within walls, in attics, behind outlets, or anywhere wiring runs through your home. They often smolder undetected before erupting into visible flames, causing extensive damage before occupants are even aware of the problem.

In South Florida's older housing stock, electrical fires are a significant concern. Many homes built before the 1980s have outdated wiring that wasn't designed for today's electrical demands. Aluminum wiring, common in homes built between 1965-1973, is particularly prone to overheating at connections. Even newer homes can experience electrical fires from faulty appliances, overloaded circuits, or improper DIY electrical work.

Electrical fire damage often includes burned wiring within walls, melted insulation, structural damage to framing, and smoke damage that extends throughout the home's interior spaces. The acrid smell of burned electrical components—melted plastic, copper, and insulation—is distinctive and persistent.

Our electrical fire restoration process addresses the immediate damage while coordinating with licensed electricians to ensure your home's electrical system is safe before power is restored.