Here at Buckingham Electric Inc., we offer emergency electrical services for those circumstances that can’t wait until normal business hours for a solution. However, many homeowners aren’t sure if their situation requires immediate attention or are okay to leave until the next morning to resolve. Below are three electrical related emergencies that you should call an electrician to resolve even after hours.
- Burning smell. Electricity is dangerous, and when the electrical components in your home are outdated or damaged, there’s an increased risk of a fire. Electrical fires are often caused by faulty or damaged wiring or overheating, both of which become more common as your electrical system continues to age. If you notice a burning smell coming from any of your outlets or appliances, you’ll definitely want to call emergency electrical services to help prevent a fire from damaging your home or causing injury.
- Exposed wiring. There’s a reason all of the electrical wiring in your home is hidden, and it’s not for aesthetic value. Exposed wiring makes it much easier for children or pets to play with something they don’t understand the danger of. This could lead to serious injury as well as electrical fire, so if the wiring in your home has become exposed for any reason, make sure to keep pets and children away and call an emergency electrician.
- Power outage. The severity of this emergency varies from household to household. Depending on your circumstances, a power outage may be something that you’re okay dealing with until normal business hours. However, for some people, a power outage is a major problem that requires immediate attention. For example, people who depend on a constant power source for medical equipment should not wait to have a power outage resolved.
If you need emergency electrical services, be sure to call us and we’ll get to you as soon as possible.