Electricity allows us to live comfortably, but when we experience a power outage, it can be stressful and inconvenient. Let’s admit it, we’re a bit spoiled. Summers can be hot, and a loss of electricity can further aggravate homeowners. What are some of the most common problems with electricity that can occur in the hot summer months?
Troubleshooting Common Summer Electrical Problems
1. Hot Weather Power Outages. Everyone looks forward to summer, but summer also comes with storms that can produce lightening, wind and thunderstorms. Wind can damage electrical wires and interfere with the power supply to your home. Lightning and thunder can increase power surges that result in overloads. These overloads can damage appliances and devices in your home. It’s never wise to try and fix electrical problems on your own. Contact professionals to resolve any issues with electricity.
2. Electrical overload. Flickering lights, buzzing sounds, overheated receptacles, sparks from plugs and tripped breakers mean you’re experiencing an overload. The summer months have air conditioners humming and people use more appliances in the summer months. If you continue to have issues related to an overload you should think about upgrading your electrical panel. This will fix the problem and your home and family will be safer too. Always turn lights off when you’re not using them, along with appliances and devices to avoid overloads or consider using appliances in the evening hours when the demand is lower.
3. Consistent Surges of Power. As the summer months increase the use of appliances, you may have more of them all running at the same time. This can draw lots of power and lead to overloading. These surges can be caused by lighting as well, but the reason they are occurring doesn’t matter. You need to be aware that if they continue to happen, it can cause an electrical fire. If you’re home during a lighting storm, it’s a good idea to unplug appliances and devices to reduce the risk of overloads that can cause fires and consider investing in surge protectors for your home.
4. Blackouts & Brownouts. Summer storms almost always produce blackouts that can leave homeowners without power for hours and even days. To avoid being without power for any amount of time, consider buying a backup generator. Brownouts are not the same as blackout. Brownouts happen when your power supply is interfered with and causes a minimized supply of power to appliances and devices. This can cause overheating that results in short circuiting. This can be avoided by unplugging as many appliances as you can if you know you’re dealing with a brownout. You can also feel confident that the generator you have for a blackout will be just as helpful during a brownout.
Electrical Services in Delray Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter & Boca Raton & Palm Beach County Florida
Summer can make electrical issues more common, but they can occur any time throughout the year. Simon Electric can resolve any residential or commercial electrical issues. Give us a call! We look forward to hearing from you.
