Home Electrical Problems
ABCO Electric deals with a wide range of home electrical problems on a daily basis. We are a fully licensed and insured company, so you can turn to us with confidence. Our service area for these electrical problems extends to homeowners throughout Suffolk County and Long Island, New York. Whether the issue is big or small, our electricians are here to help! From troubleshooting to general repairs, to new home wiring, and much more! So what are you waiting for? Please reach out to us today.
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When you contact us, we can provide you with a free consultation and estimate. Issues with your home’s electrical system can range from big and worrying to small, but still important. No electrical issue should be left alone. If you believe there is a problem with any of the electrical aspects of your home, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. We will send over a handy electrician to properly look over all of your home’s electrical outputs. Wiring troubleshooting is one of the best ways to get to the bottom of any electrical issue. When we come down, we will do all we can to fix the issue on the spot. Unfortunately, sometimes problems are bigger than that. If that is the case, we will attempt to fix the issue as quickly as possible.
Common Home Electrical Problems
Common home electrical problems can range from annoying to dangerous. Here is a quick breakdown of the most frequently encountered ones.
Flickering or Dimming Lights
Some common causes for flickering or dimming lights is loose wiring, overloaded circuits, faulty fixtures, or utility issues. If this is happening to you, it can be a fire hazard if related to loose or damaged wiring. Meaning you should get it checked out immediately.
Frequently Tripping Circuit Breakers
A few common causes for circuit breakers that frequently trip are overloaded circuits, short circuits, or ground faults. In order to negate this issue, spread out high-wattage appliances across circuits. This allows for a more even flow of electricity.
GFCI or AFCI Outlets Keep Tripping
Ground faults, moisture, or old appliances can cause tripping with GFCI or AFCI outlets. You can try unplugging devices one by one to isolate the cause and fix the problem.
Warm or Discolored Outlets and Switches
Overloaded circuits, faulty wiring, or damaged devices can all cause warm or discolored outlets and switches. The danger level for a problem like this is high, since it an indicate potential fire risk.
Light Bulbs Burning Out Frequently
If you have light bulbs that are burning out after a short period of time, the cause can be over-voltage, wrong bulb type, loose fixtures, or insulation issues. One way to fix this home electrical problem is to use LED bulbs and check for proper wattage and fixture compatibility.
Buzzing or Humming from Switches or Fixtures
Some common causes for buzzing or humming from switches or fixtures include loose wiring, dimmer incompatibility, or faulty devices. A quick fix tip is to replace dimmers with compatible ones or have wiring checked.
Dead Outlets
Tripped circuit breakers, damaged outlets, loose wiring, or GFCI outlets needing reset are all causes for a dead outlet. If you want to try fixing it on your own, reset the GFCI or check the breaker. If no improvement, then you need to call an electrician.
Outdated Electrical System
Two-prong outlets, knob-and-tube wiring, and frequent breaker trips are common signs of an outdated electrical system. Many modern appliance loads require more updated electrical systems, so it can be a serious safety hazard if you are running these appliances on an older one.
Overloaded Power Strips and Extension Cords
Too many high-demand appliances plugged in can overload power strips and extension cords, causing problems. This is a fire risk. We ask you to consider adding more outlets or dedicated circuits to avoid potentially starting a house fire.
Burning Smell or Sparks
Exposed wires, faulty outlets or switches, and poor connections can cause burning smells or sparks. This is a high danger level problem and we recommend turning off power immediately and giving us a call!
How To Improve Your Home Electrical System
Understanding the importance of electrical preventive maintenance means taking the necessary steps in order to stay on top of maintenance and electrical system safety. Along with your regular electrical maintenance appointments, you can help improve your electrical system through better energy efficiency and record keeping. When you utilize better energy efficiency with record keeping, it will help with transparency and lower your energy costs.
Professional electrical maintenance provides an opportunity to identify and address areas where there can be improvement in energy efficiency. This might involve upgrading to LED lighting, installing programmable thermostats or replacing old appliances with more energy-efficient models. These simple improvements can reduce your energy consumption, help increase your long-term cost savings and limit future home electrical problems.
You should also maintain a comprehensive record of all maintenance activities, inspections and repairs done to your electrical system. This documentation is a reference for future maintenance. By keeping good records, you have a clear history of your electrical system’s condition and any work done in a certain timeframe. Good record keeping can be invaluable for identifying trends or addressing recurring issues, which makes maintenance more effective and efficient.
Having Home Electrical Problems?
Contact Us Today!
ABCO Electric has years of experience working on home electrical problems. Our staff has over 27 years of experience working on a myriad of electrical issues for the home. It does not matter whether they are big or small, we can do it all! Our service area extends to homeowners throughout Suffolk County and Long Island. For more information about our residential electrical services, please contact us today. We will happily answer any questions or concerns you may have regarding our services and your electrical problems. When you call, we can provide you with a free consultation and estimate. So please, reach out to us today and let us know what sort of electrical problems you are experiencing with your home!
ABCO ELECTRIC
P.O. BOX 905
Deer Park, NY 11729