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In a world awash with DIY blogs and tutorials, you can do almost anything on your own. Want to learn to play guitar? Bake a cake? Build a deck? There is plenty of information online, with step-by-step instructions, to help you achieve your do-it-yourself dreams. But one area that<\/span>\u2019<\/span>s best left to professionals is electrical work. In order to avoid damage to yourself, your home, and your electrical devices, watch for these tell-tale electrical warning signs. If you notice any occurring in your home, we encourage you to call an electrician for help. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

5 Common Signs that You Need an Electrician<\/h2>\n

1. Electrical Surges<\/span><\/h3>\n

They only last a microsecond but can have lasting damage on appliances, lights and devices. Caused by several potential problems: poor quality or faulty wiring, lightning strikes, or cheaply built appliances or power bars. <\/span><\/p>\n

Surges can vastly shorten the lifespan of your electrical devices or cause permanent damage to them. Since it can be hard to pinpoint the cause of a surge, call an electrician if they are frequent. <\/span><\/p>\n

2. Electrical Shocks<\/span><\/h3>\n

Ranging from a small zap to a scary blast, electrical shocks are a reminder of how dangerous electricity can be. <\/span><\/p>\n

Caused by faulty wiring, faulty appliance, or contact with a live wire. If electrical shocks are frequent, call an electrician.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Problems with Circuit Breaker<\/span><\/h3>\n

People today consume more energy than ever, which means that even newer (and especially older) homes can have circuits that often trip due to overload. Don<\/span>\u2019<\/span>t fret just yet, that usually means your breaker is doing its job! <\/span><\/p>\n

Caused by too many high consuming devices on one circuit (microwaving coffee while blowdrying your hair, perhaps?). Try limiting the electrical usage on a single circuit while high watt devices are in use. If there is no obvious reason the circuit is tripping, call an electrical contractor.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Faulty Lights<\/span><\/h3>\n

Lights can pose many potential problems. The dimmer is too sensitive, the lights flicker, lights are too bright or too dim, bulbs burn quickly, or a light switch does nothing when you turn it off and on.<\/span><\/p>\n

Caused by shoddy workmanship, superseded switches, mismatched bulb wattage for the circuit, fault in the outlet, circuit or wiring.<\/span><\/p>\n

First, ensure you have the correct bulb with the proper wattage in place. If problems persist, there are possibly deeper issues that require an electrician.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Excessively High Power Bills<\/span><\/h3>\n

It<\/span>\u2019<\/span>s important to take a close look at your bills and make sure you understand what the fees are and what you are being charged for. If you notice a spike in your power bill or your rates are higher than your neighbours, it<\/span>\u2019<\/span>s time to do some digging.<\/span><\/p>\n

Caused by increased rates by your provider, outdated or malfunctioning appliances, or damaged wiring or circuits.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can address some of these issues yourself. If your washing machine is old and energy-consuming, for example, it might be time to consider replacing it with a new, energy-efficient model. The cost is often quickly made up in lower power bills. If, however, the problem is in your home<\/span>\u2019<\/span>s circuitry, it<\/span>\u2019<\/span>s time to call an electrical contractor.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

In a world awash with DIY blogs and tutorials, you can do almost anything on your own. Want to learn to play guitar? Bake a cake? Build a deck? There is plenty of information online, with step-by-step instructions, to help you achieve your do-it-yourself dreams. But one area that\u2019s best left to professionals is electrical work. 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