Many homeowners
don't give much thought to the electrical wiring in their homes until an
obvious problem arises. However, home electrical problems can be dangerous if
they're not dealt with quickly. If you notice any of these warning signs, it's
time to contact a qualified electrician.
Frequently tripped circuit breakers or blown fuses. When a single outlet repeatedly trips the same circuit
breaker, this is a sign that the circuit may be overloaded.
A loose plug. If plugs repeatedly
slide out of an electrical outlet, the likely culprit is a worn contact in the receptacle.
Worn contacts will not firmly grip the prongs. Loose contacts can lead to
arcing, which can cause dust or dry wood to ignite. Replace the old receptacle
as soon as you can.
A burning odor. A short in the electrical wiring behind the wall can
lead to an electrical fire. If you detect a burning smell coming from an
electrical outlet, unplug everything connected to the outlet, and remove the
fuse or turn off the circuit breaker. Call an electrician to inspect the
circuit right away.
Flickering or dimming lights. Some appliances draw large amounts of power. You may
notice that the lights flicker or dim when an appliance turns on. This is a
symptom of a voltage problem. An electrician can fix this by installing
dedicated circuits for high-voltage appliances.
Flickering lights
may also be caused by loose electrical wiring. Loose wiring is a fire hazard,
so have an electrician examine the wiring as soon as possible.
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