5 Signs of Home Electrical Problems

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5 Signs of Home Electrical Problems

• Regardless of your home's age, many electrical
  problems in your home will show warning signs
  before they become serious. Knowing what these
  signs are can help you make repairs to prevent a
  dangerous situation that might lead to
  electrocution or property damage.
• You may be able to troubleshoot some of these
  electrical issues yourself, but many problems
  need professional diagnosis and repair.

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Familiarizing yourself with common home
electrical problems may help prevent future
incidents or damage.
Circuit breakers Circuit breakers are designed to
trip when a circuit is overloaded. By shutting
off the electrical supply, the breaker prevents
wires from overheating and potentially starting a
fire. Breakers can also trip when they become
old. Occasional tripping can indicate simple
overloads. Try plugging the appliance into a
different circuit. If a breaker trips frequently,
you should consult a professional.
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Electrical shocks If you feel a mild shock or
tingle when touching an appliance, a ground fault
in the appliance or the improper wiring may be a
cause. If you notice a shock after crossing a
carpeted surface, it may be from static, which is
common in the winter and not cause for concern.
You should, however, take other types of
electrical shock seriously as you don't want to
risk the situation becoming worse.
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Injuries caused when electric current passes
through body. Source may be natural or man-made.
What happens during electric shock? Makes you
fall down
Hot ceiling fixtures or flickering lights You
should occasionally check the area around your
ceiling light fixtures for warmth because not all
fixtures are well insulated. In addition, if you
exceed the maximum recommended wattage for the
bulb, the fixture can overheat. Too much heat
buildup could pose a fire hazard. Switching to
compact fluorescent light (CFL) or light-emitting
diode (LED) bulbs provide one solution, because
these bulbs don't produce as much heat as
incandescent bulbs.
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Switches or outlets Light switches or
receptacles that work only intermittently give
away another home electrical problem. The wiring
may be loose or the device may be cracked
internally. If a plug is loose in a receptacle,
it can pose a problem as well. If the plug
partially falls out, an unsuspecting individual
could accidentally receive a shock when
unplugging the cord. If you suspect this is the
case, have a professional electrician
inspect your wiring to determine whether any
loose connections exist, and replace any
defective devices.
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Burning odor or sparks If you notice a burning
odor coming from any outlets or switches, turn
the power off at the electrical panel. Contact a
qualified electrician for appropriate repairs.
The problem may be a faulty device, but it could
also be a wiring or overload problem
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