Signs That Your House Might Have an Electrical Problem
Information is brought to you by Hope Leitner Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties Signs That Your House Might Have an Electrical Problem A problem with the electrical wiring, an outlet, or the circuit breaker or fuse box in your home needs to be taken seriously. An unaddressed electrical issue could spark a fire that could engulf your entire house and put your family’s lives in danger. Circuit Breaker or Fuse Box Trips Repeatedly A circuit breaker or fuse box is designed to stop the flow of electricity to the house to prevent the circuit from overloading and causing a fire. If the unit trips frequently, especially when you use a particular outlet, the circuit may be overloaded. Call an electrician. Lights Dim or Flicker Light fixtures use less electricity than other appliances. If lights dim or flicker, it’s probably because a major appliance is using so much energy that the circuit cannot handle both it and the lights. Ask an electrician to wire the lights to another...