1. Burnt-Out or Aged Power Points
Over time, power points can wear out. If you notice discolouration, a burning smell, or heat coming from the socket, it’s likely the outlet is damaged. This could result from:
- Age or deterioration
- Overuse (e.g. high-powered appliances)
- Faulty installation
⚠️ Don’t touch a burnt outlet — it can be a fire or shock hazard. Call a licensed electrician immediately.
2. Tripped Safety Switch or Circuit Breaker
If too many appliances are drawing power on one circuit, your safety switch may trip to prevent overloading. To check:
- Go to your switchboard and look for switches that are in the “off” position
- Try resetting the switch
- If it trips again straight away, you may have a wiring fault or appliance issue
Max Power Electrical specialise in fault detection and repair, so we can quickly locate the issue.
3. Street or Area-Wide Power Outage
Sometimes the issue is outside your home. If all your lights and appliances are off:
- Check your smart meter — no lights may mean no power from the grid
- Look outside — if streetlights or neighbours are affected, it’s likely a local outage
- Contact your electricity provider for outage updates
4. Faulty Appliance — Not the Power Point!
Before assuming your power point is to blame, try:
- Testing another appliance in the same socket
- Trying the original appliance in a different power point
If the second appliance works, it’s likely a faulty appliance, not a faulty outlet.
When to Call an Electrician
If you’ve done these checks and still don’t have power — or notice smells, sparks, or signs of damage — it’s time to call a professional.
At Max Power Electrical, we provide:
- Safe replacement of old power points
- Installation of double or USB power points
- Electrical fault-finding
- Repairs to circuit breakers, fuses and safety switches
We even offer free safety reports with all services.
Need a Power Point Repaired in Melbourne?
Max Power Electrical is fully licensed and experienced in both residential and commercial electrical work. From urgent repairs to full power point upgrades, we’ll make sure your electrical system is safe and compliant.
