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Common Electrical FAQs: We’ve got all the Answers

Our electrical system is the most puzzling of all the settings we have to deal with in our houses. Depending on how old it is, you may encounter issues such as a shortage of electrical outlets, flickering or weak lights, faulty light switches, or, sadly, electrical fires. We are here to assist you in understanding these perplexing difficulties and discover answers to your home electrical problems!

1. What should I do if my electrical outlet is burning?

Every year, emergency room doctors treat many people for injuries caused by defective electrical outlets—don’t let anybody in your family become victim of an electrical mishap. Electrical fires and accidents can be avoided by thoroughly examining your home’s outlet receptacles.

2. Why are my lights flickering?

Have you recently noticed some flickering lights at home? In most circumstances, it might be a malfunctioning light bulb, but it could also be something more serious—and even hazardous. Getting in touch with professionals and learning about the causes of flickering lights from skilled electricians in Rowville is an excellent way to reduce light flickering that can lead to any electrical mishap.

3. What’s the deal with my hot light switch?

If you have noticed your switches getting heated, it is probably an issue. It is not a regular occurrence but suggests that major problems are lurking beyond your walls. If you do not seek immediate assistance, you may face a severe electrical fire in your home.

4. How do I figure out what’s tripping my circuit breaker?

As the summer or winter months approach, you may notice that your house has more power outages than usual. These are the times of the year when the electrician specialists receive the most calls. If you get indications of a tripping circuit, ensure to check the circuit breaker box. Because rows of switches examine which one is related to which appliance nearly hard, most users flip the switch out of alignment to get everything operating again. However, we must caution you that this may not always fix your problem.

5. Can I perform my electrical repairs?

Not everyone is trained, so homeowners take time to notice an electrical problem. Any competent handyman would tell you they can fix it themselves, but electrical inspections and work are not something everyone can do. The best electricians in Rowville go through years of intense training and certification requirements. A licence may appear to be nothing more than a piece of paper, yet that document has the potential to fix your home’s electrical issue.

6. What exactly is a GFCI?

GFCI stands for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter. These outlets are slightly different from ordinary outlets in that they contain two little buttons on the face (Test and Reset), while conventional outlets do not. If your home was constructed in 1981 or later,  you generally find them in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outside of the house – all spots where water may be present.

The objective of a GFCI outlet is to protect you against electrical shock caused by dampness. The reset button should appear when the circuit trips. If the outlet does not reset after pressing the button, there may be a problem, and you should contact an expert.

7. What should I do if an appliance keeps blowing fuses?

First, ensure there aren’t too many appliances hooked into the same circuit, as this might cause it to overload. If there’s only one appliance, unplug it and replace it or call us to get it repaired. You might also try plugging another device into the faulty receptacle. If the problem persists, you can have our electrical service professionals inspect the issue and the circuit.

8. My refrigerator isn’t working. What’s the problem?

If you live in an older home (1981 or before), chances are you have two circuits for your kitchen that power your appliances. If one hasn’t tripped, the other has. However, if you’ve tested both, you may have a wiring problem and should contact your professional electrician.

If your house is years old, one of the GFCI outlets is likely to have tripped. Examine your outlets for any “Reset” buttons. Once you press but don’t hear that click, and there’s still no power, the circuit might have issues that only an experienced electrician can diagnose.

9. When I use my microwave, the lights dim, and the breaker occasionally trips. Why?

If this happens, you have probably placed your microwave beneath your cabinetry, above your stove. Depending on the type and features, these use between 1100 and 1800 watts. During the construction process, the only object added there that requires a reduced draw of energy is a range hood. Thus a circuit with a lower watt capacity is selected for that location (usually a 15 amp circuit with a maximum allowable load of 1480 watts). It indicates the breaker might trip if the power exceeds 1800 watts.

If you have a microwave, you are already maxing out the circuit. When you turn on the room lights, you are on the verge of tripping the circuit breaker, which is why your lights are fading.

To resolve this issue, install a new 20 amp, 120-volt circuit dedicated to your microwave. It will fulfil current safety regulations and provide enough power for your microwave without tripping the breaker.

Clear all Your Queries: Direct Point Electrical

Your house is your top priority as a homeowner. You want to take care of it so that it may serve you and your family for many years. When you can, you redesign and mend things yourself; when you can’t, you employ specialists. And you strive to remain current on knowledge when problems such as plumbing, heating and cooling, and electrical develop. To make things as simple as possible for you, our professionals at Direct Electrical Point remain just a call away from helping you right away! Get in touch with us at https://www.directpointelectrical.com.au/rowville-electrician/, and let us help you with all your queries.

 

James Vines

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