Electricity powers every aspect of our daily life and it is something that many of us may take for granted until the unexpected happens. Electrical issues can potentially become dangerous, it is very important to know how to identify and fix electrical issues to prevent any serious damage and know when to call Curran to give you a hand.
What is an electrical issue?
An electrical problem can start from different factors, such as; wiring issues, damaged electrical outlets, overloaded circuits and many more, it is essential to know when an issue has arisen and how to deal with it, whether that may be fixing it yourself or calling in a professional!
Flickering Lights!
This is a very common electrical problem that can be caused by multiple different reasons, such as loose bulbs, faulty connections etc. To fix issues like this you can try twisting the light bulb very gently to make sure that it is fitted into the light socket correctly or you can even replace the entire lightbulb and see if the issue continues.
This could also be a sign of an overloaded circuit, which means that you have too many electrical devices connected to one singular circuit which causes the circuit to trip and shut off the power. If you have tried to
fix this by unplugging any of your electrical devices connecting to that circuit and the issue persists, we recommend that you give the professionals a call at Curran!
Smoke Alarm
Smoke Alarms are insanely crucial to your safety, a malfunctioning smoke alarm can put you and your family at risk if you hear beeping come from your smoke alarm that could indicate a low battery or a technical issue. We recommend always changing the battery first to see if the noise stops and if it does continue then you may need to replace your smoke alarm completely. To ensure that your smoke alarm is not malfunctioning and is working correctly, give the professionals at Curran a call!
Electrical Surge
An electrical surge can cause damage to your electrical appliances and can more than likely pose a very high fire risk. Surges are considered a high spike in voltage that can be caused by lighting and power grid issues. We recommend installing a surge protector, you can do this yourself or call in an electrician from Curran!
Power Outages
Power outages can be caused by several different factors such as severe weather, power grid or electrical system issues. The majority of power outages are completely out of our control, however, there are ways that
you can prepare for outages!
You can prepare for a power outage by investing in a backup power generator, this can provide power to your home in any outage which allows you to keep the essentials running. If you do experience a power outage, we
recommend unplugging any electrical devices to avoid damaging them when the power turns back on.
Give the professionals at Curran a call and we can find the best solution for you, whether that may be investing in a backup power generator, we will find the best suited solution for you!
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