From the refrigerator to the lights and HVAC equipment, several systems in your home run on electricity. This can make a power outage especially inconvenient. Knowing common reasons for disruptions, as outlined below, will leave you better prepared to talk to an electrician about how they can restore service.   

3 Possible Reasons for Home Power Outages 

1. Circuit Breaker Malfunction

Different circuits provide electricity to different rooms in the house. When the current is too large, it can overheat the wires and cause additional damage to the circuit. There are safeguards in place to prevent this from happening. Located in the fuse box, circuit breakers cut off electricity to different circuits to prevent overloading. If breakers constantly trip, an electrician can fix wiring problems and any other potential damage-causing circuits to overload or short. 

2. Treacherous Weather

If a power outage happens during or after a seasonal storm, the bad weather is most likely to blame. High-speed winds and heavy rain can cause power lines to snap or tree branches and other heavy objects to fall on the cables. Lightning can also knock out service equipment. Touching downed power lines is dangerous, which is why you should report the issue to your service provider.  

3. Wildlife Interference 

Animals can also impact the ability of electricity to flow through your home. Birds, squirrels, deer, and other wildlife found in residential areas can chew on, run into, or build nests inside electrical equipment. All of these issues can cause service disruptions.

Although power outages are sometimes unavoidable, the electricians at Bradford & Sons Electrical Plumbing & Heating can help minimize the risk of service problems. Based in Canandaigua, NY, the fully insured electricians at this family-owned business have been providing Finger Lakes area residents with electrical installation and repairs, as well as heating and air conditioning solutions, for nearly 50 years. For a free estimate, call (585) 657-7309. Visit the electrical contractor online for a list of services.