In homes all across Madison, WI, flicking on the light switch, plugging in electronics and having your home maintained at a comfortable temperature is something everyone takes for granted. However, at any point in time homes can have electrical system problems, and knowing the early signs of issues allows you to call in the professionals.
At The Electrician, Inc., the focus is on quality electrical troubleshooting and new installation. Electrical repairs and installation are challenging and require the skills of a professionally trained and certified home electrician.
Knowing when to call in a home electrician starts with recognizing potential warning signs. These signs are often missed until there is a significant problem, which may leave your Madison, WI, home without power until the professionals arrive.
Flickering Lights
Lights in any home may dim or flicker with changes in power to the home, such as in a storm, but this can also be a sign of too many electrical appliances on the same circuit. This is most commonly an issue if new appliances or larger energy consumption devices are plugged in. Running new lines and circuits for major energy using appliances or electronics can solve the problem.
Burnt Odors
The smell of burning or the smell of electrical discharge around an outlet is a significant issue that should never be ignored. It is important to turn off the breaker and do not use the outlet until it has been checked by a residential electrician.
Hot to the Touch
Wall outlets should never become hot to the touch, nor should there be sparks when it is plugged in or unplugged. Immediately unplug anything plugged into the outlet.
Calling in an electrician to check out these common issues is an important part of having a safe home. Electrical fires do occur in new or older homes, but having issued checked and address problems early.
