Why Do You Need to Maintain Your Electrical Panel?

Your electrical panel is the brain which controls the electrical supply running through the building. If it senses unusual activity in an electrical circuit(s), the electrical panel cuts off power to the affected circuit or circuits. This safety feature protects your electrical wiring, devices and appliances, building, and you from electrical damage and harm. Unfortunately, most property homeowners only think of the electrical panel when the circuit breakers trip OFF, cutting off electricity in certain rooms. Routine maintenance is crucial if you want the electrical panel to do its job properly and for its whole life expectancy. Call Mr. Electric of Katy & Houston if you need a dependable electrician in the area.

Nip Issues in the Bud

Your building’s electrical system relies heavily on the wires running throughout your property. These wires, however, are vulnerable to wear and tear as well as accidental damage. For instance, high electrical currents can wear down the wires and rodents can nibble on wiring. These issues are difficult to avoid, but they should be caught early and nipped in the bud if you want to prevent further problems. Routine maintenance can catch subtle signs of trouble.

Prevent Circuit Breakers from Tripping Too Often

A sudden lighting strike can inject immense amounts of electricity into your electrical system and cause the circuit breakers to trip OFF. There are many natural, and unavoidable, situations like this. But if your circuit breakers are frequently tripping, then there might be a problem with the electrical panel or the electrical wiring. Forcing the circuit breakers back into the ON position could do a lot of damage! Electrical panel repair might be the route to take. Still, routine maintenance will help detect these issues early on and save you from the headache of constantly losing power.

Avoid House & Building Fires

Did you know that electricity can cause fires? If too much electricity runs through a single wire, then the wired can heat up and eventually catch fire! If your electrical panel is faulty and does not shut off electricity in time, then you are at serious risk. Routine maintenance will make sure your electrical panel is working properly and will stop potential disasters in their track. If you notice scorch marks on outlets or the electrical panel, or if you get whiffs of smoke, then call Mr. Electric as soon as possible.

Do You Have a Fuse Box?

Take a look in your electrical panel. Are there small switches or are there fuses in there? A fuse box and circuit breaker both do the same job, but fuse boxes are more of a hassle and safety hazard. This is why modern buildings come with circuit breakers. If you have a fuse box, then we recommend having it replaced with a circuit breaker panel.

Call Mr. Electric of Katy & Houston to learn more and schedule an electrical panel replacement today. Don’t forget to explore our website to take advantage of available coupons, discounts, and promotional offers. Our live representatives are ready to take your call.