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No one wants to call in professional help when they’re not needed. There are a lot of homeowners who don’t think their electrical issue is a big deal and that they can get by if they ignore the problem, hoping it will eventually sort itself out; or they decide to take matters into their own hands.

You should never ever attempt to conduct your own electrical work, under any circumstances. Even if it’s just a small problem–unqualified repairs won’t meet safety standards and could sow the seeds of more serious problems down the line.

So, when should you call an electrician? Whenever you have an electrical problem! It’s no inconvenience to us to provide the reassurance you need. Besides, more often than not, frequently tripping circuit breakers, flickering lights, faulty wiring, etc., warrant our immediate attention.

Under no circumstances should you ever attempt to do your own electrical work; it’s a guaranteed recipe for disaster. Our electricians are highly trained professionals who can guarantee a safe solution.

If you do your own electrical work and it causes a fire or another type of injury, you will be liable for the damage. It’s not worth the risk when TC. Reilly Electric LLC’s excellent electricians are only a phone call away.

Figuring out the electrical loads of homes is essential, and to determine the size of the electrical panel involves an audit of your appliances and a little bit of math as well. Your circuits should only be loaded up to 80% of their total capabilities. So, if you have a 15-amp circuit, the safe operating amperage would be no greater than 12 amps. If you’re confused, give TC. Reilly Electric LLC a call and we’ll be happy to assist you in your energy load audit.

If you can safely turn the power off, do so and call us immediately. Your system may need an upgrade or maintenance. Either way, this is a job for professionals.

A surge protector is a piece of equipment that suppresses the excess voltage in your system to prevent it from causing harm to your appliances and devices. You should get some to protect your items from power surges.

They both perform the same function, disrupting the flow of electricity when a fault is sensed. A fuse will have to be replaced once it is tripped, whereas a circuit breaker won’t, which is why circuit breakers are more commonly used.

When a wire carrying an electrical current comes into contact with the grounded conductor wire or the equipment ground wire, excessive heat is created. If you see sparks in your electrical panel, you’ve probably witnessed a short circuit and you should have it looked at by an electrician.

This type of electrical outlet is designed to protect you from electrical shock if moisture is present. They are commonly found in bathrooms, kitchens, outdoor outlets, and garages. They feature test/reset buttons. Depress the “test” button to turn off the GFCI. The “reset” button turns it back on after it has tripped. If it doesn’t reset, you’ve got a problem and will need an electrician.

There are several reasons this could be occurring. However, one particular reason that should be ruled out for the sake of fire safety is overheating. A light fixture with a poor airflow design will result in excessive heat buildup around the bulb. Having to replace bulbs again and again is more than an inconvenience, it’s also a fire hazard. Have your light fixtures inspected by an electrician if you notice that your bulbs are constantly blowing out.

An outdated electrical panel, often found in older homes, isn’t designed to meet the electricity demands of modern living. Today’s families love their appliances and electronics. If your home’s electrical panel is less than 200 amps, it’s time to enter the modern age with an upgrade.