While newer homes are often equipped with the newest, most efficient power solutions, older homes are usually not. This makes sense, as the technology and electrical systems developed 20-30 years ago are much less effective than the ones on the market now.
If you own an old home or you’re looking to buy an old home, our team at Site Tech Electrical recommends that you become aware of your properties electrical situation. Today, our electrician team would like to talk about some of the common electrical issues old homes run into so you can better avoid these problems and increase your safety overall.
The Issue of Electrical Fires
Before we get into some of the most common electrical issues old homes run into, we would like to briefly talk about electrical fires.
In older homes, the chances of an electrical fire increase substantially. There are many issues that a homes electrical can run into due to a system being outdated, that consequently, leads to the potential of a house fire. As a matter of fact, electrical issues are considered the third most common cause of house fires (right below cooking/heating issues).
Insufficient Circuitry
Since the beginning of the 21st century and beyond, technology has had rapid changes in terms of advancement. Because of this, homes need to keep up with the amount of electricity that these new devices require. When you end up using advanced devices in an older home with less than average circuitry, issues can arise. Some of the main issues of connecting powerful devices to an old electrical system include a blown breaker/fuse or in some serious cases, overheated wires. When your system heats up to unprecedented temperatures, electrical fires can take place.
Worn Out Equipment
Even if your old system can somehow keep up with your modern devices, it is inevitable that an old system has been through some pretty severe wear and tear. Over the years, your home’s electrical system has likely deteriorated at a gradual pace. The unfortunate consequence of such a problem involves an increased risk of electrical fires and electrocution. Thin insulation, brittle electrical components, chewed out wires and rusty components are just a few of the many problems that can take place when you don’t replace your system for long enough.
Outdated Practices
So, you’ve decided that, based on this blog post, your electrical is in need of some maintenance. While it can seem easy to take a look/fix some things by yourself, we highly advise against this, especially when your electrical is outdated. Since your system is older, the practices that are needed to fix it become old and outdated as well. What worked 20-30 years ago does not work anymore, and because of this, the proper experience you need is with a professional.
How Our Team Can Help
When you require the best of the best in terms of electrical assistance, let our team at Site Tech Electrical help. For years, our staff has done everything within our power to bring the best electrical services to our clients homes. Through a variety of different systems and techniques, we implement the electrical that works best for your needs. To learn more about our residential electrical services in Richmond Hill, be sure to call us at (647) 939-3239 today.
