Some Common Electrical Issues Everyone Must Know

All electrical issues can be risky. They don’t only affect the appliances but also risky for human life and property as well. Problems such as flickering lights and high electricity bills indicate electrical problems. Let’s have a look at some common electrical issues and their solutions.

Poor Circuit Protection / No RCCB

Residual Current Circuit Breaker (RCCB) is a device that detects and secures low voltage circuit if there is a current leak. It disconnects the load from the main supply when the circuit has a residual current.

Solution: Install an RCCB as it protects against direct and indirect currents, shocks, and electrical fire.

Grounding Issues

• No GFCI Installed

GFCI breaks the circuit if there is a difference between incoming and outgoing currents. Without GFCI, there are chances of overheating electrical wires, shocks, burns, or an electrical fire.

Solution: Get GFCI installed if you don’t have it already.

• Undergrounded Connections

These connections don’t have a grounding system as an added failsafe. It provides a path for extra current to flow in case of a short circuit.

Solution: Make sure that all connections are grounded and you have a proper grounding system.

Electrical Shocks

You may have electrical shocks when you turn on or off an appliance. Even if the shocks are mild, it is a sign that the appliance has an electrical issue that needs to be fixed as soon as possible.

Solution: You can plug in another device and notice if you face the same problem. If the results are reproducible, contact a professional electrician without thinking twice.

Electrical Surges

Electrical surges usually happen due to poor electrical house wiring, faulty appliances, or damaged power lines. These are common electrical problems as they last for a split second. In case of frequent surges, they can damage the equipment and reduce its lifetime.

Solution: Check your electrical connections that connect the device to the home grid. Disconnect the poor quality power boards or devices from the outlet. The surge should stop, if they don’t stop, you must contact an electrician.

Overloading

The light fixture you may be used for high watts such as bulbs or other fittings could be designed for low voltage. This violates the code, increasing the risk of wire insulation and socket melting due to the high from the bulb.

Solution: Fit the right watt bulb to the right fixture. If you are not sure about the wattage the fixture can handle, it is safe to use a 60-watt or smaller bulb.

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