Home electrical problems are not only frustrating but can lead to more dangerous situations if not dealt with quickly and professionally. Let’s review signs of electrical problems in the home so you are never left in the dark.
Short Bulb Life/ Bulbs Burning Out Too Often
A light bulb burning out too fast is usually due to the wattage being too high. Check your light socket to ensure your bulb is the correct measure of wattage.
Other common causes for bulbs burning out too quickly are:
- Bad wiring on the circuit or main
- Insulation is close to the light
- Poor circuit connection
- Too much wattage on the switch
Electrical Shocks
If you get an electrical shock when turning on a light or unplugging an appliance, there is likely an issue with your electrical system.
Start by checking the appliance to ensure it is not a hardware issue.
If there is still an issue then it could be a wiring problem.
Call a professional technician right away to avoid further safety risks.
Light Switches Not Working Properly
Light switches not working is usually the result of faulty wiring or poor installation practices.
Whether you have one or multiple switches not working, it is time to call an electrician to inspect the wiring in your home.
Sights of a light switch problem include:
- The light switch not turning off light
- The light switch not working when the power is on
- The light switch not working at all
- Light switch not turning on light
Lights Too Bright or Too Dim
Do you find the lights in your home are too bright or too dim?
Check both the bulb and the socket to ensure that you are using the right bulb.
Next, have the neutral connection inspected.
This should be inspected by an electrician, who can repair the connection and correct the light strength.
High Electricity Bill
There are many things you can do to improve efficiency and lower your electricity bill.
- Choose a more affordable provider
- Review your devices to see which ones may be using excessive energy
- Make sure your water system is working efficiently and is free from leaks.
- Turn off appliances when not in use.
- Make any electrical repairs to your wiring and circuits.
Circuit Overload
If you have too many devices plugged into your power system or you live in a building with an inadequate power supply, these can be causes of frequent circuit overload.
Avoid these frustrating outages by following these tips:
- Do not daisy chain power boards
- Unplug devices when they are not being used
- Don’t use a single circuit for all your devices
These simple adjustments can help lessen the burden on your circuits.
Circuit Breaker Tripping
Tripping circuit breakers are usually due to underserviced grids or using too many devices at once.
Avoid using too many appliances at once such as running the washing machine and your hairdryer at the same time.
Spread your electricity use across more than one circuit to avoid tripping the breakers.
Call an Electrician!
If you are experiencing any of these home electrical issues or want to learn more about other electrical services our licensed electricians offer, contact us today. The professionals at Ontime Electric can help identify the cause of common residential electrical problems. We offer 24/7 emergency services so you never have to worry about being left in the dark.
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