At times, we often end up landing ourselves in terrible situations by deciding to fix electrical problems in our houses on our own. Electrical issues have to be dealt with extreme caution by a knowledgeable expert. This is when an electrician comes to the rescue. We have listed a few such situations scream it’s time for you to call the local electric company.
- Outlets or Switches Giving Out A Buzzing Sound
If you have been hearing constant buzzing sounds coming from an outlet or a switch, it is probably due to loose connections or poor installation of the circuit. It can lead to overheating and expansion of wires. Call an electrician and get it checked before it’s too late.
- Minor Shocks
An electric shock can be life-threatening and leave some serious injuries on the body, depending on the kind of shock. This alone is reason enough for you to never ignore minor shocks from an electric appliance or socket. If you do receive a minor shock, immediately contact an electrician to find out the exact reason behind it. Always remember, be safe, call an electrician!
- Frequently Flickering Lights
The frequent flickering of lights in your house/office establishment is undoubtedly a concern that could be a result of a wiring problem. One of the main reasons for flickering lights is loose connections. When a circuit connection comes loose, it leads to high resistance. High resistance can not only cause frequent flickering of lights but it can also heat up the wiring which can lead to serious damage.
- Light Fixtures Heating Up
Usually, it is quite difficult to detect the overheating of light fixtures due to their inaccessibility. To identify heating fixtures look out for the smell of burning insulation or black residue on the area around the light fixture. However, under normal conditions, it is quite typical for light fixtures to heat up. But if the problem persists and you witness a situation of overheating, then it might pose a bigger threat if ignored. A damaged wire or defective light fixture may be the cause of it.
- Downlights Not Energy Efficient
Many people are quite often be fooled by electric companies to buy downlights that promise to save electricity and be energy efficient. However, only a few of them turn out to be energy efficient. To avoid situations like these to cut holes in your pockets, thanks to the level of electricity they draw, you should go ahead and contact your electrician to get your lights checked and asked for recommendations on the best LED or power-saving lights.
Whether it’s a minor shock or flickering lights, never ignore before-mentioned signs and immediately call your Local Electrician. Get your Wiring System checked and fixed on time. Call KB Electric On 973-744-6201 or Email us Kbelectric123@gmail.com to get Faster and More Efficient Services For All Your Electrical Problems.