Electrical problems don't wait for business hours. RP Electric is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergency electrical service in Geneseo, Rock Island, Moline, East Moline, Milan and the surrounding towns. When you call, you reach Rick directly — not an answering service.
Call right away if you notice a burning smell, smoke from an outlet or panel, sparking, buzzing, hot switch plates, partial power loss, a breaker that won't reset, or damage from a storm or fallen limb. These can be signs of a fire hazard. If you see flames or smoke, call 911 first.
We also handle same-day service for urgent but non-dangerous problems — like a dead circuit that runs your sump pump or furnace, a tripped GFCI that won't reset, or a storm-damaged meter or service mast.
What to Do Before Calling About an Electrical Emergency
If you see flames or smoke, leave the building and call emergency services first. Do not approach a sparking panel, a downed line or electrical equipment standing in water. When it is safe to do so, stop using the affected appliance or circuit and keep other people away. RP Electric's 24/7 phone availability is for arranging electrical help; it is not a substitute for the fire department or utility response to an immediate public safety hazard.
When calling from Geneseo or the Quad Cities, describe the symptoms and the area affected. Is the entire house out, are neighbors without power, or is only one circuit affected? Did the problem follow a storm, water entry or a newly connected appliance? Useful observations can guide the next step without asking you to investigate inside energized equipment. Never repeatedly reset a breaker that trips immediately or substitute a larger breaker to keep power on.
Share the location, access situation and any essential equipment affected, such as a well, sump pump or medical device. Response arrangements depend on the circumstances; do not assume a guaranteed arrival time. If utility equipment is involved, the utility may need to address its part before repairs can proceed. After the immediate issue is made safe, ask what caused it and whether a separate follow-up visit or broader repair is needed to prevent recurrence.
What's Included
- 24-hour emergency response
- Same-day service calls
- Power loss and partial outages
- Burning smells and hot outlets
- Storm-damaged service and meters
- Sump pump and furnace circuits
Benefits of Working With RP Electric
- Real 24/7 availability — nights, weekends, holidays
- Talk directly to an experienced electrician
- Fast troubleshooting from 30 years of experience
- Safe, permanent repairs — not band-aids
- Local, so we can get to you quickly
- Honest guidance on what's urgent and what can wait
Our Process
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Call (309) 489-6549
Tell us what's happening. We'll give you safety steps to take right now.
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Fast dispatch
We head your way as quickly as possible, any time of day or night.
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Make it safe
We isolate the problem and restore safe power wherever we can.
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Permanent fix
We repair the cause or give you a clear plan and estimate for follow-up work.
Service Areas for Emergency Electrician
RP Electric provides emergency electrician from our base in Geneseo throughout Henry and Rock Island counties and southern Whiteside County. Find your area:
