Electrical faults cause a staggering 20% of home fires. Every year we hear of hundreds of fires that destroy homes because of faulty wiring. It’s simply a matter of common sense to have a licensed electrician check your home if you have any of the problems listed below.

Last week, we took a look at some of the most common Electrical Problems that need professional attention. Today, we dive a little deeper into this topic by looking at some of the less apparent electrical issues; those that need to be inspected by an electrician, and you may not even realise.

Continue reading to discover some Telltale Signs of home electrical problems.

Flickering Lights

Flicking lights are so common that many brush it off and consider it more of an annoyance than a problem. The truth is, it can be a sign of a severe issue which should be addressed by an electrical company ASAP.

Flickering lights can be a sign of frayed wiring, which can also lead to an electrical fire.  Other causes can be a mismatch between dimmers and led downlight drivers in combination with the ripple current.

Hot Switches and Powerpoints

Hot to touch light switches and powerpoints are common issues that should be looked at by an electrical company right away. If you notice your switches and powerpoints are warm to touch, or worse, have brown burn marks on them, the electrical problem can turn very dangerous, very quickly, and should be looked at by a professional in a matter of urgency.

Excessive Extension Cords and Powerboards

Running extension cords and multiple powerboards to facilitate appliances and electronics is not a smart move. They are only intended for temporary use, not as a permanent power supply. If you use them to power computers, TV etc. permanently, you run the risk of overloading your power supply. This can lead to an electrical fire and can also damage your devices.

Strange Smelling Odours

Strange ‘burnt-like’ odours are a telltale sign of a severe electrical issue, which should be addressed right away. This is usually a sign of a wiring issue or an overload problem.

If you sense a smell coming from an outlet/socket or light switch, turn off and unplug any devices and seek a Gold Coast electrician right as soon as possible.

Buzzing Noise

Another sense to be wary of with electricity is noise. If you hear a buzzing sound coming from a powerpoint socket stop using it immediately. Buzzing can be brought on a couple of issues; neither good. You may have a loose connection or frayed wiring; either way, you should not use the socket until it has been inspected by an electrician.

Conclusion

Not all home electrical problems are apparent. Sometimes, they go unnoticed or are brushed off as though they are nothing to worry about. Nine times out of ten, this isn’t the case. The majority of home electrical problems are something to worry about and should be addressed.

Telltale signs of an electrical problem include flickering lights, hot to touch powerpoint sockets and light switches, excessive use of extension cords and powerboards, strange odours and buzzing noises.

If you have noticed any of these telltale signs around your home, then you do indeed have an electrical problem, and it should be addressed by a licensed electrician.

If you’re looking for a Gold Coast electrician to rid you of your electrical woes, then look no further than Knight Power Electrical. We specialise in residential electrical work and know all the telltale signs that point to having electrical issues. Get in touch with us today.

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