5 Signs of Home Electrical Problems

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.

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.

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.

Injuries caused when electric current passes through body. Source may be natural or manmade. 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.

How to Change a Light Fixture on a Ceiling Fan 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.

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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