ARE YOU READY FOR AN ELECTRICAL UPGRADE?
Depending on the age of your home, you may need an electrical upgrade. The number of appliances and devices people use has steadily increased in recent years, and your existing wiring may not be adequate for either safety or convenience.
Signs that you may need an upgrade include:
Frequent circuit breaker tripping. If one or more circuit breakers trip when electrical loads are higher, you may be overloading that particular circuit. A circuit breaker that trips when using a hair dryer or other device that draws a lot of power may be inadequate. Electrical switch failure is less common, but it does happen. Your electrician can assess the condition of the breaker.
Insufficient outlets
Excessive use of power strips or extension cords indicates that you may not have enough electrical outlets in a particular room. Current electrical codes require one outlet for every 12 feet of wall space. Most wiring is six feet long, and this outlet requirement eliminates many safety hazards.
Call an electrician from Emergency Electrician 24H.
Adding a major appliance
If you're adding an appliance that uses a lot of electricity, such as a dryer, extra dishwasher, stove, or refrigerator, chances are you'll need an electrical upgrade. Converting from a gas dryer to an electric stove will require a dedicated, specialized outlet.
Aluminum wiring
Homes built between the 1960s and mid-1970s may have aluminum wiring. A copper shortage prompted builders to use aluminum instead of copper to cut construction costs. If you see either, consider upgrading your wiring. Professional electricians may have developed safe methods to eliminate the safety risk without replacing all wiring with copper.
An electrical upgrade keeps your home updated as you add appliances and devices to your home. To learn more, contact Emergency Electrician 24H, providing reliable electrical services.
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