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What Storm Damage Electrical Repairs Do You Handle?
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Our network covers the full range of electrical storm damage a Lawton home can take — from a downed power line pulling on your weatherhead to a lightning strike that fries your panel.
The most common storm damage repairs we see involve the service mast snapping or bending under wind load, surge damage to breakers and connected appliances, and frayed or severed service entrance cables. A single severe thunderstorm can combine two or three of these at once. Electricians in our network are experienced with both the utility coordination side — working alongside OG&E crews restoring neighborhood power — and the house-side repairs that are the homeowner's responsibility.
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Can a Backup Generator Help During Power Outages?
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Yes, and a properly installed generator hookup is one of the most practical upgrades a Lawton homeowner can make before the next severe weather season.
Portable generators plugged directly into the house without a transfer switch create a serious backfeed hazard for utility workers restoring the lines. A licensed electrician installs a dedicated transfer switch — either manual or automatic — that safely isolates your home from the grid while the generator runs. Depending on the generator size and transfer switch type, installation typically runs between $500 and $1,800. That range covers the hardware, wiring, and a final inspection to confirm the system won't backfeed into OG&E's lines.
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Is Storm Electrician Service Available Right Now?
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Yes — our 24/7 call line line connects you with an available emergency crew any time a storm rolls through Lawton, including overnight and on weekends.
If you're seeing sparks, smelling burning plastic, or your panel is making noise, don't wait — call 911 first, then call us. For urgent but non-life-threatening situations, our referral line stays open around the clock and will get a qualified electrician on the road to your address as quickly as the queue allows.
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Does Insurance Cover Storm-Related Electrical Damage?
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Most standard HO-3 and HO-5 homeowners policies cover sudden storm-related electrical damage, which means an insurance claim for a lightning strike, wind-damaged service entrance, or power surge is usually approvable.
Flood damage to wiring is the main exception — that typically requires a separate flood policy. What makes or breaks a claim is documentation. Before any cleanup, photograph every visible point of damage and note the date and storm event. The electricians we refer will provide a written damage assessment and itemized estimate, both of which insurance adjusters commonly require.
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How Fast Can You Respond After a Storm in Lawton?
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The inspection always comes first: an electrician walks the property to assess downed power lines still attached to the structure, checks the service mast for physical damage, and tests the panel before recommending any repair. That process typically takes 30 to 60 minutes and determines the full scope of work. Once the inspection is complete, straightforward repairs are often finished the same visit. More extensive damage — full panel replacement, new service entrance — is usually scheduled within 24 to 48 hours of the initial call.
