(Newswire.net — April 7, 2015) Arlington, TEXAS — Accurate Electrical Systems has been providing electrical repair and remodel services since 1984, and is now providing tips on how homeowners can solve common wiring problems. The women-owned and family operated business provides top-notch service, calling itself the “A Team”. Licensed, bonded, and insured electricians are dedicated to keeping the power on. There are, however, various methods of maximizing electrical safety at home and preventing issues that could be potentially catastrophic before an electrician can arrive.
Fuse Boxes
While fuse boxes are now less common than circuit breaker panels, they do present a hazard if fuses with a higher amperage rating are installed. This can lead to overheated wires. Any damage remains even if the fuse is replaced with the proper one. AES recommends always using the proper fuses and rewiring the system altogether if the wrong one was installed or the house is more than 50 years old.
High Power Light Fixtures
Light bulbs today come in high intensity options. Installing a bulb with a higher wattage than the fixture was designed for can damage sockets, wire insulation, and other parts increasing the risk of electrical fires. Stick with 60 watt bulbs or less for older fixtures.
Flickering Lights
This can be a sign of frayed wiring in outdoor installations. One might notice the effect when it’s windy or if there’s any reason the cables move. Electrical arcs can spread from a frayed wire and start fires. To prevent this, the outside weatherhead must be replaced, something which AES’s technicians can handle.
Junction Boxes
Many wires are connected within a junction box. Damaged or missing covers can lead to inadvertent harm, which is dangerous since so many wires may be interconnected here. Make sure to replace broken covers and install ones where the wires are exposed.
Extension cords
At one time or another, most people use an extension cord. Undersized extension cords are a fire hazard and more outlets should be added if extensions are frequently needed. Electricians have the skills to drill holes, install wiring, and place as many outlets as needed. Electrical codes require them to be within four feet of a door and placed every 12 feet in a house.
Other codes require ground-fault circuit interrupters, while aluminum wiring (yet not a code violation) is corrosive and can present a hazard with age. Backstabbed wires, prone to becoming loose on newer receptacles, are a minor fire hazard. Ungrounded 2-prong receptacles can be dangerous in certain situations as they don’t conduct stray currents.
According to Maggie Smith, President of Accurate Electrical Systems, “There are many electrical hazards that don’t involve code violations or any intentional mistakes. These may be subtle, so it’s a good idea to be aware and consult with an electrician who can provide a thorough inspection. It’s the only way to avoid disruptions or fires. The damage won’t go away unless the problem’s fixed.”
More insight on AES’s first-class electrical repair and remodel work can be found online at www.accurate-electric-dfw.com.
About Accurate Electrical Systems
Accurate Electrical Systems, inc. Has been in business here in Arlington since may of 1984, incorporated in the state of texas. We are women owned and family operated. We do business throughout the dallas-fort worth area.