Summer Residential Electrical Problems For Homeowners in Baltimore
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Homeowners frequently experience electrical problems during the summer. This is likely due to increased electricity use for fans and air conditioners - leading to circuit breakers tripping, potentially endangering your family's safety.
Overloaded Circuits
Circuit breakers (also called fuses) regulate how much power can pass through the wiring in your home and direct it through circuits that provide power to various outlets and devices throughout your home. When an overloaded circuit reaches overload status, its respective breaker trips immediately to prevent an electrical fire from starting.
If your breaker keeps tripping, mapping out your circuits can help identify which are providing power to what devices. Begin by switching off the main panel breaker before going around your home testing outlets, flipping switches, and plugging in a tester - discovering which general-purpose outlets they power and how many receptacles each has before adding up their total wattage usage compared to each individual circuit's safe load rating - should this total come close or surpass it, move some appliances onto other circuits until everything works as intended!
Power Surges
Power surges occur when electricity is interrupted and then returned into the system, creating voltage spikes that can damage electronics and appliances. They may be caused by anything from lightning strikes to utility company issues; or within your own home by large appliances drawing too much power from smaller devices such as hair dryers or space heaters; they may even result from poor electrical wiring (particularly older homes with outdated aluminum wiring), where these wires don't accommodate higher-capacity refrigerators, entertainment systems and other devices that draw power.
As wires get hot from overuse, they may send too much current through the circuit breaker and cause it to trip, effectively shutting off all devices connected to that same circuit - including air conditioners, refrigerators, dishwashers, televisions and laptops - that are connected. In most cases, once reset by resetting of the breaker these devices should work normally again but if sparks emerge at plugs or plastic smells start burning or you notice overheated outlets you should call an electrician immediately.
Electrical Fires
Homeowners typically increase their electrical consumption during summer, which can put additional strain on their electrical systems and cause overloaded circuits to trip or blow, leading to power outages or other complications in their home.
Overheated plugs, burning smells, and flickering lights may all be telltale signs of electrical fires. If any of these issues arise, call Able Electrical Services at phone number 410-761-2253 immediately for assistance. Electrical fires can be extremely hazardous when they spread throughout a house. Their source can range from old or worn-out appliances and loose electrical outlets that have become over time to power surges that occur during thunderstorms or other weather events - causing power surges that ignite them as well.
Keep in mind that it is wise not to attempt putting out an electrical fire with water as this acts as a conductor and could spread further. Instead, contact the fire department immediately and evacuate all residents of your home as quickly as possible; additionally if possible turn off all electricity to prevent further fire spread. When your electrical fire has been put out it would be beneficial to hire an electrician in order to inspect and repair any damages done to the electrical wiring or appliances in your home.
Contact Able Electric For All Your Electrical Needs In Baltimore, MD, and surrounding areas.
While summer can be a season of fun and relaxation, it’s important to not forget about the potential electrical hazards that come with it. By following preventative measures, you can ensure your safety and avoid any electrical issues that may come up.
Able Electric serves the Metropolitan Baltimore Area as well as Anne Arundel and Howard Counties, and the surrounding areas. For all your home electrical needs, no matter how big or small, contact the pros at Able Electric today by calling
253-336-7978 or
scheduling a free estimate online. We offer many different electrical services for home and commercial businesses.