{"id":939,"date":"2022-02-21T11:00:17","date_gmt":"2022-02-21T16:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kennihans.com\/blog\/?p=939"},"modified":"2025-09-22T04:21:49","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T08:21:49","slug":"you-call-an-electrician-5-issues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kennihans.com\/blog\/electrical\/you-call-an-electrician-5-issues\/","title":{"rendered":"You Should Call an Electrician for These 5 Issues"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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It can be all too frustrating to have trouble with your home\u2019s electrical system. It becomes even more troublesome when you can\u2019t determine if the problem you\u2019re having is worthy of an urgent call to a professional. As professionals, we understand the burden is on us as the experts to inform you about electrical issues. We want to clear up any confusion you might encounter today. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for an electrician in Gibsonia, PA<\/a>, then we recommend turning to our team members. We\u2019re known for quality care. Our motto is \u201cwe treat your home like it\u2019s our grandma\u2019s home\u201d because of our reputation for thorough work and friendly technicians. You can always count on us to deliver.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

These Issues Deserve Concern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are the issues you should get up and call an electrician for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Circuit Breaker Trips Often<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You plug in one extra appliance and *bam*<\/em> the power goes out. If you\u2019re not running many appliances when your system goes out, then it means that your electrical capacity doesn\u2019t match your electrical needs. This isn\u2019t something that you have to settle for and we try to remind homeowners of this fact as often as possible. If you need better electrical capacity, then it\u2019s time to contact one of our professionals. We\u2019ll run the right test to fix things. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You Hear Buzzing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you notice that your home is buzzing or you hear any humming sounds, it might actually be the sound of your electrical system struggling. You should always take the necessary precautions when assessing wiring and electricity in your home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Outlets Are Warm to the Touch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Are your outlets warm to the touch? This is a bad sign. It\u2019s even worse if you encounter the occasional shock when plugging or unplugging appliances, notice blackening near outlets or on switchplates, or notice that any of the wire ends are fraying. We can figure out how to fix these issues to improve your home\u2019s electrical power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019re Seeing Sparks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This isn\u2019t just a reason to contact a professional, it\u2019s also a reason to contact a professional urgently. Sparks flying is always something that denotes a significant electrical issue and it also poses a threat to your home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Lights Flicker<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Flickering lights are always worth contacting a professional over. If you\u2019ve already changed bulbs and tried to troubleshoot but the lights are still flickering, then it\u2019s time to get a professional involved. You\u2019re definitely struggling with an electrical issue and we can find the cause of it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Home Is 25 Years or Older<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If your home is over the age of 25 years, then it\u2019s time to consider electrical rewiring no matter what your electrical power is like. Living in a home that\u2019s in this age range means that you\u2019re more susceptible to electrical issues if your home hasn\u2019t been previously rewired. Even if you think your electrical system is still fairing well, a check-in with your electrical system is never a bad idea. We\u2019re ready to help you figure out your needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact Kennihan Plumbing & Heating, Inc.<\/a> today to schedule an appointment for your electrical services. We treat your home like it\u2019s our grandma\u2019s home. <\/strong>
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