When it comes to your home’s electrical panel, you don’t want to take any chances if there are issues. It’s important to be vigilant about ensuring all electrical components of your home are in working order, including working fuses, fully functional circuit breakers, and making sure you don’t have faulty electrical wiring. Any severe issue could require panel upgrades or other electrical repairs. 

If you’re unsure of what to look for, here are three signs you may need electrical panel upgrades: 

Faulty Electrical Wiring

Faulty electrical wiring is dangerous and is one of the leading causes of house fires in America. Houses with outdated electrical wiring may not be up to code, lacking the proper insulation or deteriorating over time. A burning smell is one of many indications of a problem. If you experience flickering lights or have slight shocking sensations when you touch appliances, outlets, or light switches, you should call a licensed electrician right away to determine if you need panel upgrades or other electrical repairs.

New Appliances

If you install new appliances, such as a refrigerator or a new washer and dryer, they will consume a lot of electricity. Your electrical panel may not have enough power for those appliances, which can be dangerous. This is where a licensed electrician can determine if your current amps meet your electrical needs or help you with panel upgrades, if necessary.

Extension Cords

If you need to use a lot of extension cords or power strips to plug in your electronics and appliances, you may be overloading your circuits, creating a fire hazard. In this instance, you’ll probably want panel upgrades to make sure the electrical wiring runs to the right outlets or circuits. 

 

If you have any other electrical issues or questions concerning panel upgrades, call Shaffer Electric, Wilton, California’s reliable team of electric technicians. They will help with everything from panel upgrades to outdoor lighting, as well as all other electrical wiring services. To speak with an electrician about panel upgrades or other electric repairs, call (916) 687-7555. You can also visit the website to find out more about their services.