Electrical Maintenance
For most systems in your home, regular maintenance is a no brainer. Your furnace and air conditioner need to be cleaned or they won’t work properly. Your ductwork needs to be cleaned or it will grow dusty or moldy and worsen allergies or illnesses. But, even the most careful homeowners often overlook the maintenance needs of their electrical systems because all components seem to function as intended at all times.
But electrical systems do still need to be maintained as rigorously as any other system in your home. If you haven’t recently had your panel box or wiring inspected or if you suspect there may be a problem, now is the time to call in a professional. The Coeur d’Alene and Spokane area electricians at ACI Northwest will carefully inspect and check for any problems in your electrical system and ensure you and your family stay safe and sound for years to come.
The Right Maintenance Tasks for Your Home
There are many things we do when we inspect an electrical system. First we make sure you have the right systems in place. One of the most common problems we see is old, out of date panel boxes. Your panel box needs to be clean, without any burn marks or discoloration, and without any signs of rust or age. Your breakers or fuses shouldn’t trip under heavy use at all and your conductors should be tight and in place. We check these things and make sure your system is working as intended and there is no risk of fire.
Additionally, our maintenance technicians can check outlets in your home to make sure they are properly grounded. We look for GFCI outlets in rooms with sinks and we check outdoor outlets for signs of deterioration or a lack of safety precautions.
Another important aspect of electrical maintenance is ensuring your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are all working properly, especially if they are connected to a central alarm system. In short, if there is a problem somewhere in your home, we find it and make sure it gets fixed so your family isn’t at risk.
The Risk of Poorly Maintained Electrical
Nearly one third of all house fires are caused by faulty electrical wiring, which means they are preventable with careful inspection and maintenance. While you may not need annual checkups on your system, you should have someone visit your home and inspect your electrical work if you’re unsure of the integrity and safety of the wiring.
Beyond the obvious house fire risks of a faulty electrical system, there is also the issue of your appliances and electronics. Poor wiring that frequently trips breakers puts your possessions at risk of damage. This can be solved by upgrading your panel box and outlets, as well as installing surge protection and backup electricity in your home.
Maintenance Electricians
If you need your electrical system inspected or are concerned about its current operation, call ACI Northwest. We provide a full range of electrical maintenance and repair services designed to keep Spokane and Coeur d’Alene area families safe in their homes.
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