Your home’s systems require regular maintenance to avoid the costly effects of everyday wear and tear. Your electrical systems keep your home running, so hiring a professional electrician to conduct home electrical maintenance can help you spot the earliest warning signs of damage.
Getting electrical maintenance services from an experienced service provider ensures you’re working with someone who can spot early warning signs of damage. Here are some of the most common locations inspected for electrical maintenance.
What Are the Common Areas That Need Electrical Maintenance?
Below, we’ve listed a few of the areas that homeowners should regularly check to ensure their home’s electrical system is functioning correctly.
Appliances
Check your appliances and ensure that they’re in good working order. If you have some plugged devices you’ve rarely used, consider unplugging them and putting them away. You could save up to $200 annually just by unplugging appliances and other devices that aren’t in use. This also reduces the risk of electrical fires.
Appliances typically have a lifespan of 10 to 15 years. If you have home appliances around this age or older, consider upgrading them to newer models. Most new devices are more power-efficient and can help you save on your electric costs. You can then contact an electrician to install your appliances and ensure their circuits are grounded.
Fuse Panel
Don’t wait for your breakers to trip or your fuses to blow regularly before contacting a professional for electrical maintenance. Electricians can inspect your fuse box and spot if there’s a significant problem that led to system damage that caused the fuse to blow.
Electricians can replace blown fuses, check for interruptions, or inspect for any damage to your circuit panel, outlets, and switches. If there’s an issue with your fuse panel, it’s best to leave it to a professional: fuses are meant to protect your home’s wiring, not electrical shocks when handled.
Generator
If you have a standby generator at home, you should have an electrician perform preventative maintenance once a year. This ensures that you can get the power you need in case of a power outage. Your electrician will inspect the following:
- The sound of your generator ensures it’s running smoothly.
- Automatic transfer switches to see if the generator turns on and off when the main power line is down.
- Generator cleaning
- Checking of oil and coolant levels
- Inspecting the generator battery’s wiring, connections, and fluids
HVAC Systems
Checking your home’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems ensures that the electrical connection is in good condition and your home isn’t susceptible to temperature and humidity issues during hot and cold seasons.
If there’s an issue with your HVAC equipment, your electrician may refer you to an HVAC specialist. However, they can ensure that the increased energy used during hot and cold seasons is used efficiently through an optimal season. They will also conduct the necessary inspections, cleaning, and tune-up for your HVAC electrical system.
Lighting
Your lighting fixtures may be close to wearing out or use more energy than necessary. Your electrician can conduct the following maintenance steps:
- Replacing lighting fixtures that have burned out or are close to burning out
- Checking lighting cables
- Ensuring outdoor lighting fixtures are secure and protected from external factors
- Removing dust and dirt from lighting systems
Why You Need a Professional Electrician for Regularly Scheduled Maintenance
Your electric wiring system is crucial to your comfort and your home’s operations. Some of the reasons to have a professional electrician handle your home electrical maintenance tasks include the following:
- Safety: You have fully-licensed and insured electricians preventing the risk of electrical shocks. They have the skills and experience to ensure your home is safe.
- Cost-Effective: On top of your electrician’s competitive pricing, you also avoid the costly repairs of damage and wear and tear from your electrical systems.
- Code Compliant: Electricians understand the electrical codes that Greater Toronto Area homes must comply with. DIY solutions put your safety at risk and cause issues with your property’s condition down the line.
Schedule Your Electrical Maintenance with Energie Group Electric
When it’s time for your electrical maintenance tasks every three to six years, leave it to the electricians you trust. At Energie Group Electric, we guarantee the highest level of professionalism, expertise, and service. Get skilled licensed electricians to maintain and optimize your home’s systems.
Contact Energie Group Electric today for all your electricity needs in Greater Toronto, Canada.
