Older homes have all kinds of charm. There are some wonderful details about older homes that you just can’t get anywhere else. However, older homes also come with a lot of issues, many of them hiding within the walls themselves! When you are buying an older home or already own one, then you need to be on the lookout for signs that residential electrical repairs are headed your way. Here are some of the biggest issues that you will need to look out for, whether you have an older home or a newer one:
- Flickering Lights– While the occasional issue with lighting can be explained by a loose bulb, if your lights are always flickering or dimming without any action being taken by you, there might be an issue with the electrical itself.
- Sparks– If there are issues with sparking during plugging in or unplugging outlets, you should always call for residential electrical repair — preferably immediately!
- Warm or Hot Outlets- If you ever feel your outlets to be warm or hot when plugging in or unplugging something from your outlets, you should call for residential electrical repairs immediately since this is a fire hazard.
- Tripped Fuses or Breakers– When your breakers are always tripping or you find yourself replacing fuses often, that is a surefire red flag that there is an issue with your electrical wiring.
If you are worried about the current state of your wiring, we can help here at Lamm Electric. With residential electrical repairs, it is always better to be safe rather than sorry! If you are experiencing these or other issues, please give us a call today.
