When an electrical outlet or switch fails to deliver power, it can lead to significant risks for your appliances and home. This malfunction can cause:
1. Frustration- Essential devices may not function, disrupting daily life.
2. Damage- Appliances may suffer from power surges when the outlet is restored, leading to costly repairs or replacements.
3. Fire Hazard- Faulty wiring can overheat, posing a severe fire risk if not addressed promptly.
4.Inconvenience- Loss of power in critical areas, like kitchens or home offices, can hinder productivity and safety.
Timely revisions and repairs are crucial to prevent these dangers and ensure a safe, efficient living environment. Don't delay; protect your home and devices from potential electrical disasters.
Relying on resetting an electrical breaker repeatedly can lead to serious consequences:
1. Wear and Tear- Frequent resets can damage the breaker, reducing its effectiveness and lifespan.
2. Overheating- Constantly tripping can indicate an underlying issue, such as overloaded circuits, which may cause the breaker to overheat.
3. Fire Hazard- An overheated breaker can become a fire risk, endangering your home and safety.
4. Neglecting Issues- Resetting without investigation allows potential problems to escalate, leading to costly repairs and dangerous situations.
It’s essential to address the root cause of electrical issues rather than relying on temporary fixes. Prioritize safety and seek professional help when necessary.
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At Royal Electric, We focus on the clients needs and wants! We can provide a variety of different electrical services in all local and Raleigh/Durham/ Wake Forest and surrounding triangle areas. Our technicians are capable to help you with different needs. It can be as simple as replacing a light fixture to an entire residential or commercial building Rewire.
Our team has over 20 years of experience in the electrical industry. We have the expertise and knowledge to handle any electrical project, big or small.
Yes, we offer a 2-year warranty on all parts and a full lifetime warranty on our labor for any electrical installations or repairs we perform. We stand behind our work and want our customers to be satisfied with our services.
Hiring and Electrician is not difficult as it seems. You should hire a certified electrician when you need or find any of the followings
*Faulty switches and non-working outlets are electrical problems signaling defective wiring or potential fire hazards. The same goes for loud and weird buzzing noises from the electrical panel, outlets, or switches throughout your home. However, an overloaded circuit may also be a the cause behind those sounds.
*In any case, those are indications of electrical dangers and can cause more in repairs in the long run if not detected or found in time.
*Hire an electrician if you need to upgrade your electrical panel. One reason you may need a new one with a higher capacity is to accommodate new appliances or needs. You may also have to get a new panel to ensure your home safety and meet today’s building codes per the NEC.
*Most importantly, you should upgrade your panel if you have old fashion breakers style or fuse breakers in your electrical panel box. According to some estimates, Most fires occur from old electrical panels related to Federal Pacific Electrical, Zinsco Panels, Fuse Electrical Panels are fires waiting to happen. Most of this brands or breakers styles where not improved during manufacturing. It is recommended to upgrade your system to a more updated set up as this breakers can take weeks or months to get a replacement as they don't make them anymore and for a time of an emergency situation this can cause a lot of issues in the long run.
You might be familiar with surge protectors that come on power strips. Those surge protectors will only protect the items plugged into them. But if you’re worried about power surges affecting more than one outlet in your house, it’s best to get a whole house surge protector. It is a very affordable layer of protection that can be installed by a professional electrician. There are two kinds of whole home surge protectors, and they work in different ways.
Type 1 devices offer the highest level of protection from external sources or internal power surges. These devices are installed where the supply from the utility company meets the main breaker, what’s determined as the “line side.” The whole house surge protector will only allow safe levels of power to make it into your home.
Type 2 surge protectors are more popular. These whole house surge protectors can be installed at an individual circuit or all the circuits within a panel, plus subsidiary panels downstream from it.
It’s not a bad idea to have a few levels of surge protection in your home in case of a dysfunction down the line.
*If you use multiple extension cords at home to power your devices, take that as a sign you need to add wall outlets. It’s even more crucial if each has many appliances plugged in, as that can trigger fires and cost you more then expected on unwanted repairs.
*In any case, it’s best to leave the job of adding electrical to a professional electrician. After all, it involves new electrical connections and wirings. That means live electricity, which is something a non-pro should never handle.
*GFCIs are devices meant to minimize the risk of injuries from electrical shocks. They can do so by detecting potential shock incidents. If they sense such an event, they automatically cut off the power before someone gets hurt.
*GFCIs can last for up to 30 years, but they can go bad earlier. So, if you think that you have a few defective ones at home, call an electrician right away. Otherwise, the GFCIs won’t trip as needed, which may then result in electrical injuries.
*Some electrical projects, such as changing LED bulbs, are okay for a DIY. However, it’s best to hire an electrician for most other jobs, such as repairs and upgrades. That way, you don’t have to worry about dangers, especially electrical shocks and burns and to also have a peace of mind when you hire the ideal electrical contractor.
*Do you need electrical repairs and upgrades for your Raleigh, Durham, Wake Forest, Garner, Knightdale, Wendell, home or business ? If so, please contact us , and our team here at Royal Electric will be ready to assist you with any need or even a simple question. I promise you we're super friendly!
Our business hours are Monday through Friday from 8am to 4pm. However, we also offer 24/7 emergency services when needed.
We strive to respond to all emergency calls within 30 minutes. However, response times may vary depending on the location and severity of the situation.
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