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Have you been considering an electrical panel upgrade for your home? Have you been seeing signs that you need an upgrade? Was an upgrade recommended to you? Are you looking for ways to add value to your home? Are you wondering how much an electrical panel replacement cost for your home?
There are any number of reasons for pondering an electrical service upgrade. Many homes today need them, though, and it’s something homeowners tend to put off doing.
Many common electrical issues are linked to a faulty electrical panel since the panel is linked to the entire electrical system. If the panel is malfunctioning, the damage is likely spread throughout the house.
Fuse boxes were the norm for homes through the 1960s, and quite a few homes still have them today. If yours is one of them, the fuse box should be replaced.
It’s not that the fuse box is dangerous in and of itself, though it can be pretty inconvenient to have to keep replacing fuses. Rather, it’s the various stopgap measures people may have taken over the years to keep the boxes functional.
These include inserting coins and other metal objects into the fuse slots as a way to avoid buying new fuses. Marginally functional, that is—and at great risk.
For both fuse boxes and circuit breakers, you should inspect the electrical panel, checking for things such as:
No matter urgent any electrical repairs seem, it’s never okay to attempt to handle them on your own. Trying to take care of electrical problems without professional training is extremely dangerous. If you or someone else aren’t hurt during your attempt, there’s still a chance that you’ve left something undone that poses a huge risk to you, your home, or your family. In fact, faulty electrical wiring is the number one cause of house fires in the United States, according to the National Fire Protection Agency. So in order to make sure that your home is safe, always rely on a professional for any electrical services.
When searching for a reliable electrician, call us at 0401 855 509 We specialize in electrical repairs, indoor and outdoor lighting installations, panel upgrades, and even hot tub wiring!
