As a business owner, you want to provide a safe environment for your employees and customers. Part of that responsibility involves being aware of potential fire hazards, which often stem from a building's wiring and which can prove especially dangerous since the resulting flames cannot be put out with water. Below are a few signs electricians recognize as possible red flags.

3 Signs There Is a Problem With the Wiring

1. The Circuit Breakers Are Frequently Tripping

Breakers are intended to protect circuits from overloading. When the same circuit frequently and repeatedly trips, it typically means that it is trying to carry more current than it was designed for. An electrician can help you identify possible solutions, such as adding an additional line or circuit.

2. Hot or Smoking Electrical Outlets

Outlets that are hot to the touch or emitting smoke are some of the most readily noticeable indications something is wrong. In many cases, the issue is faulty or incorrect wiring; in others, the outlet may be supporting too many electrical appliances—a common phenomenon in offices. In either case, contact an electrician as soon as possible to address the matter.

3. Dimming or Flickering Lights

When lights dim or flicker, the problem is usually not with the lighting but with the electric supply. Again, one of the most common culprits is an overloaded circuit that is channeling more current than it can effectively manage, sapping electricity from the lighting to do so.

If any of these warnings are present in your place of business, an electrician will help find the cause, remedy it, and prevent a fire from sparking. McAtlin Electrical Corporation serves clients throughout Colorado, Arizona, and Utah. They offer a wide range of services, including servicing machinery and generators and installing solar panels. View their online gallery to research their past projects. To schedule service or request an estimate, call (970) 257-7414 today.