The electricity is the most important energy source for your house, without it, you won’t be able to do pretty much anything, no TV, no Lights, no working appliances etc. Most of home electrical issues show warning signs before becoming a serious and maybe even dangerous issue. We recommend that you should hire a Professional Electrician to address electrical issues to avoid dangerous situation that might lead to electrocution or property damage.
Most common electrical issues:
Circuit breaker issues. Circuit breakers work as a safety switch when a circuit is overloaded. When breakers are shutting off the electricity, it prevents wires from overheating and potentially starting a fire. Breakers usually trip when they are overloaded or simple become old. If a circuit breaker trips often, try to use different outlet for this appliance that has cause this issue or consult with an electrician. Never replace a circuit breaker or fuse with a higher rated one because this can cause overheating and fire.
Electrical outlet issue. A sparking electrical outlet can indicate a short circuit, water exposure or aged equipment.
Flickering lights issue. Flickering lights may be a sign of loose light bulbs. If replacing the bulb doesn’t solve the issue, contact an electrician and see what he will suggest, it can be that the issue with light fixture or even loose wires in the circuit breaker.
Lights, light switches or outlets are not working. Lights are not working, it could be a light fixture itself, or just a light bulb, but it could be also a wiring issue. If you replaced the bulb, and it is still not working, call an electrician. Light switches or outlets that work only intermittently or not working at all. The wiring may be loose or the switch/outlet may be broken, and need a replacement.
Burning odor/sparks issue. If you see sparks from outlet or any electrical devices; or notice a burning odor, immediate turn the power off at the breaker box and contact an electrician. It could be the electrical device itself but also it could be wiring issue or breaker box overload issue that cause an electrical fire.