Whether the lights outside your home are functional or part of the décor, they are one of the most powerful parts of the electrical system. Because of the high amounts of energy these lights use, they sometimes malfunction and require repairs.

You should always keep in mind the possibility of doing a full redesign for your home’s lighting if it needs frequent repairs or is greater than 10 years old. This will give you a more attractive outside and let you take advantage of recreational areas long after the sun goes down. Improved lighting will also make your home safer and more secure.

Call our specialists in outdoor lighting and electrical repair in North Seattle, WA today to learn more about how we can help you with your lighting issues. From installation to repair work, we have the services available to care for your home’s lighting.

Electrical problems have the potential to cause serious injuries and property damage, and should never be ignored.   What may seem like a minor problem, such as a flickering light or a circuit that repeatedly trips could be an indication of a major problem hidden within the walls of a home or business.

A home power outage can happen without warning and at the most inconvenient time. Really, there isn’t a convenient time to lose electricity. We often forget just how much we rely on power throughout the day until we lose it.

The loss of lights, refrigerators, washers and dryers, computers and electronic devices, and more make residential power outages both irritating and disruptive– there are a number of steps you can take to fix the situation.

Diagnose the Problem

There are many reasons you may have lost power.

First, something may have caused an interruption of power from your provider.  In addition, Colorado thunderstorms can cause a disruption , or it could be a problem with a circuit or other electrical system in your home. Loose connectors, device failures, ground movement, underground root growth, or improper wire installation can all cause shorts or overloads as well.

If you have lost power, check with your neighbors to see if the power outage is widespread. If they don’t have power either, the problem is with your power provider, not the electrical systems in your home. Your power company should be informed, and you will have to wait for them to address the issue.

If the power outage is limited to your home, check your main breaker to see if it’s tripped. Flip the switch back on if it is tripped, which may restore your power. If you are only experiencing a partial power outage, you can try to turn on your electric dryer or range as a test. If it doesn’t turn on, or if the main switch trips again at any point, you will need a professional electrician to come and diagnose the specific problem you are having.

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