Most homes have light fixtures, outlets, switches and more that make up the electrical system. The electrical system is a big part of the home and what we need to enjoy our modern lives. The problem is that the system may become out of date and there are upgrades that will need to happen over time. Sometimes people just want to add to their electrical system and install new light or more outlets. This will help to accommodate the needs that most modern homes have with home theaters, televisions, smart phones and more. They all need access to an electrical outlet so that they can even function. When you have updates that need to be done you want to make sure that you hire a professional that has the expertise to ensure that all the work is done right and up to code. Many homeowners try to take the work on themselves and this can lead to trouble that include code violations. Simon Electric outlines how to avoid code violations when adding to your electrical system.
Recessed Lighting Installed Incorrectly
One of the number one lights that people are installing in their home and replacing old lighting is recessed lighting. Recessed lights are a wonderful way to increase the amount of light in a particular room. It also is a way to add that light and not interrupt the look and the feel of the décor. The lights are placed inside the ceiling to be more discreet. When you place them in the ceiling they need to be wired to a switch so that they can be turned on. The code violation that usually occurs is when the light is installed and the insulation that is in the attic is not moved away. Many of the lights need to have around a three foot span to allow the light to create heat without causing a fire hazard. If you leave the insulation around the light you can create this hazard putting your family at risk.
Bad Electrical Wiring
Another issue that many people come across when they have no electrical expertise is that they will want to update a fixture. This might be a light in the wall or a ceiling fan. The issue comes when you have a new modern fixture and you are using the same old wires. The wires should be changed out to accommodate the level of electricity that is needed. This can be a serious violation that will put you at risk and could cause damage to your new fixture.
Incorrect Electrical Splicing Wiring
The other problem that you can come across when you try to have electrical upgrades is looking for wires to use. The wires in the wall can be spliced so that you can add more outlets and fixtures. Although they are allowed you need to know where this can be done and how to also use a junction box. The junction box is needed to keep the slice up to code and prevent you over using a particular line.
Electrical Upgrades & More in Delray Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter & Boca Raton & Palm Beach County Florida
Simon Electric can come out to upgrade your homes electrical system and ensure that all the work is within the codes that are required. Call us today to meet with one of our electricians.
