Your electrical panel plays a big role in many daily activities inside your home. Watching TV, cooking on an electric stove, completing homework, vacuuming, flipping on light switches, and more are all possible because your electrical panel controls the electrical current through the home. If your electrical panel starts to malfunction, a simple breaker trip may be much harder to solve than it should be.
Connect Home Services works to improve your panel, check breaker boxes, and ensure your electrical wiring is in good condition to protect your home. If any of these components fail, your electrical panel can also fail. Don’t leave the usability of your home up to chance, contact Connect!
Electrical Panel Upgrades
Outdated panels start to malfunction and could lead to damage to your home. If you identify any signs of wear or potential issues, having the panel replaced will limit future electrical problems. Fuses and circuit breakers are the first line of defense to protect your home. These fail or trip to prevent you from shocks, but if they are not fixed promptly, other problems can occur.
Faulty panels or electrical wires can cause a home fire or explosions. Home electrical panels can last from 25 to 40 years, once a panel is over this time limit, it may be a safer option to replace it.
Panel Inspection
Having doubts about the current state of your electrical panel? Connect Home Services can help inspect the panel and your other electrical work so you can have peace of mind. Having annual inspections will help you catch potential issues before they turn into dangerous situations. Annual electrical panel inspections will give your electrical experts a clear picture of how to repair it when issues do arise.
Panel And Electrical Repair
With more and more easily accessible information, many homeowners can find information on how to repair electrical panels on their own. Hiring a professional electrical will help take some of the frustration out of this project thought. Your electrician will be able to identify the problem much faster.
Your panel should have indexes on what circuits operate in what rooms and lighting fixtures. This will make it easier to know where exactly you need to make repairs. If you are experiencing flickering lights or overheating, Connect can help repair the problem and restore your home.
Why Trust Connect Building Services For Electrical Repair?
Oftentimes, repairs are fairly simple, but if your electrical panel does need to be replaced or has a larger issue, having an electrician on site is a safe idea. Professional electricians and service technicians will take proper safety precautions to protect themselves and your home.
Many homeowners try to save money by doing work around their homes without hiring a third party. For tasks that have to do with electrical, this can be dangerous and cause injury to the homeowner. Spending the money on hiring an electrician will be worth the investment.
Signs You Should Watch Out For
Are your circuit breakers constantly tripping? This is just one of the signs that your electrical panels need to be looked at. Even if it is just a fluke, any inspection is better than dealing with home damage after.
Other signs that you need electrical panel services include,
- Flickering or dimming lights, especially after using appliances
- Burning smells
- Unusual sounds coming from the panel
- The panel is warm to the touch
- Your panel has rust or corrosion
- Limited amperage capacity
- Doesn’t support modern electrical demands
Electrical Panel Services From Our Professionals
Connect Home Services offers services to help improve your entire home. We have experts trained in plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and refrigeration. When you own a home, problems are inevitable, but that doesn’t mean your home needs to be uncomfortable. Contact our experts to solve any problem quickly and safely.
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Why won’t my GFCI outlets reset?
Over time, GFCI outlets may develop mechanical issues that prevent them from resetting and supplying power. Replacing malfunctioning GFCI outlets promptly is crucial because they play a vital role in monitoring current faults and safeguarding against electric shocks in damp environments. Reach out to our Connect team for assistance with GFCI outlet replacement or installation in your Sandy or SLC residence.
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Do I need to bring my home up to modern code requirements?
When doing extensive repairs to your home or remodeling it, many areas require that you bring the electrical system up to modern code requirements in the areas where the work is done. If you are not making any major changes to your home, existing electrical systems can often be repaired as needed, such as replacing an outlet. Still, it is a good idea for your safety to bring your home up to modern standards. Talk to our Connect team for help with code corrections and electrical upgrades.