Reliable Electrical Troubleshooting
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Harmless or Hazardous Electrical Hazards
Malfunctioning Light Switch
To troubleshoot:
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Turn off the circuit breaker. When you've found the correct one, the light will go out.
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Remove the light switch and faceplate with a flathead screwdriver and a Phillips head screwdriver.
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Check for electricity on the two wires connected to the screws. If it's OK, remove and replace the light switch.
Loosened Outlet Plug
To troubleshoot, shut off the breaker and double-check for voltage to the outlet using a voltage meter. If no voltage meter is available, plug something in. Remove the cover plate and add outlet shims until the outlet is level with the wall.
Short Circuit
Some appliances can trip a short circuit, such as toasters and hairdryers. When this happens, reset the breaker. If the circuit repeatedly trips when using the suspect appliance, it's likely to indicate the appliance is causing the issue, not the electrical system. If the circuit shorts when the appliance isn't in use, this is a sign that a small appliance is to blame for the outage.
Harmless
Inoperable Outlets
Unusable outlets can result from a poor connection, possible arcing, or a tripped breaker due to excessive heat buildup resulting in melted wires or burned-out outlets.
Dimming Or Flickering Lights
When lights dim or flicker, this could indicate a poor connection that eventually leads to arcing. Factors include loose or corroded connections making intermittent contact, resulting in sparks, overheating, and dangerous fires.
Warm To The Touch Switches And Outlets
Unless it is a dimming switch, outlets and switches should never be warm to the touch. The heat emanating from these components may indicate a bad connection, faulty wiring, or an overloaded circuit. Overloaded circuits can lead to a fire hazard.
GFCIs That Keep Tripping
A GFCI is a crucial safety device that protects people from electrical shock. When a GFCI trips, it's trying to protect you from an electrical shock.
Bulbs Blowing Out
If you're having a lot of bulb blowouts, you may have a loose connection in the socket or circuit. Do your recessed lights ever stop working? Overheating might be caused by insulation nearby, and as a safety precaution, they shut down to prevent fire.
Hazardous
Are You In Over Your Head With Electrical Problems?
When you have an electrical problem that reaches beyond your abilities, it's time to call in a professional. The average homeowner should not attempt to fix some common electrical issues that are potentially hazardous, including:
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Loose outlets or switches that are warm to the touch.
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GFCIs that keeps tripping.
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Flickering or dimming lights.
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Outlets or controls that are inoperable.
