Electrical Upgrades You May Want to Consider | Teems Electric

If you are thinking about making some changes to your home, or just doing some seasonal cleaning, consider some electrical upgrades. Electrical wiring is one of the leading causes of home fires, so making some updates can not only help your electrical bill—it can also protect your family.

Of course, a renovation is the perfect time to make these updates, but there are also some easy changes you can consider doing that are minimally invasive but still very effective.

No matter what kind of work you have planned, electric work should never be a DIY. Call in a pro to ensure it is done correctly and to avoid potential shock risks.

Essential Upgrades

If you are planning or in the midst of a renovation, taking a look at every electrical component in the renovation area is a good idea to ensure everything is up to code and in good working order. If the idea of renovating anything gives you the chills, you can still have your everyday electrical components updated without the dust.

Your light switches are a good place to start making changes. Sliders or dimmers are a great energy-efficient switch, or you could also consider adding smart switches in order to be able to operate them over WiFi. This option allows you to turn lights on or off remotely if you travel often, or even if you have a lot of late nights.

Take a look at your outlets, and make sure they are all working properly. If you are constantly running power to a spot in your home with an extension cord, have an electrical outlet installed. Extension cords should only be a temporary fix as they come with increased fire risks.

Make sure your electrical panel is suiting all your needs anytime you are updating your home. This includes adding new appliances, as you want to ensure you are not taxing your current box. If you live in a storm prone area like ours, you might consider having a whole home surge protector added to prevent surges during severe weather.

It’s Worth the Cost

Of course you want your home to be safe, but if you have made it this long without a problem you can skip the costs of updates, right? Actually, when you factor in the long-term savings from lowered electric bills you will likely be saving money in the end. Not to mention having the knowledge that your home is up-to-date and as safe as possible, which is pretty priceless in itself.

If your home is having electrical issues, like repeated blown fuses or flickering lights, there is a chance you may need your whole home rewired. The cost of this will depend on the kinds of problems that have to be corrected.

While this is an extensive and costly renovation, it can save your life as it goes a long way in stopping house fires. In a home with out-of-date wiring, this kind of repair may be unavoidable, but if your home is in good shape otherwise, updating single rooms or areas of your home can be an effective way of keeping things safe at a much lower cost.

If the costs of updates still makes you question the worth, have an inspection completed to get a better idea of the age of your wiring and equipment. This can give you an idea of what will need to be done soon and of the costs, which could allow you some time to plan and save.

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