25 Nov How to Stay Away from Common Electrical Issues This Winter: ACCL Electrical

How to Stay Away from Common Electrical Issues This Winter: ACCL Electrical

When the weather becomes colder, we rely more on our electrical system and appliances to keep us warm and entertained during the night. During the winter, heating systems, electric blankets, space heaters, and Christmas lights all put forth extra effort. Every winter, the increasing demand on appliances causes an upsurge in electrical difficulties across the country. Continue reading for advice on how to avoid the most common electrical issues this winter.

Electrical System is Overburdened –

You are overworking your electrical system if your lights flicker when an appliance is turned on or if your circuit breaker repeatedly tripping. The truth is that it can’t keep up with the energy demands of your household. You can choose between two options:

• Examine and reduce your energy consumption: If you have a number of old appliances, you may want to consider replacing them with more energy-efficient models. Dishwashers, washing machines, freezers, air conditioners, and furnaces that are more than ten years old can place a burden on your electrical system and raise your energy cost.
• Upgrade your electrical system: If your house is older than 20 years, it may not be properly wired for current use. For current appliances and consumption needs, outdated wiring is not optimal. Consider upgrading your electrical panel, or “heavying up.” An electrician will raise the amperage coming into your home through the service panel in this case. A hefty up will not only make your life easier by supplying enough energy to your home, but it will also serve as a vital safety safeguard by preventing overloaded wires from sparking and causing fires.

Electrical Fires are more likely to occur –

Every winter, your dependable electric blankets, space heaters, and Christmas lights come out of storage to make you warm and happy, only to be tucked away until next year. Your winter electrical equipment may be obsolete and deteriorated after many years. Shock and house fires can both be caused by frayed and worn cords. In addition to being incompatible with modern homes, outdated equipment can put a strain on your electrical system. To keep your home safe and your electrical system pleased, replace these devices every 5 years.

Outages of Electricity –

Allow it to snow, allow it to snow, allow it to snow… But be prepared for the loss of power that comes with it! Power outages are common during the winter months. Power outages are more likely in the winter if your home is exposed or under protected. Having your property inspected by a reputable electrical firm can help you prepare and avoid power outages. A backup generator is a wise purchase to have on hand in case of an unavoidable power loss.

Electricity that remains static-

While static electricity may appear to be a minor annoyance, it may become a major pain if you and your family are repeatedly shocked. During the winter, when your home’s air is dry from running the heat, static electricity is more common. Invest in a humidifier to increase moisture to your home’s air and lessen the likelihood of static shocks to tackle this problem.

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