Is your house safe from electrical hazards like fire? Usually we as laymen do not know whether the electrical system of our houses are safe or not. We have no means to judge whether the wiring done by the electrician is up to the accepted standard.
Poor electrical wiring can lead to sparks in the switchboards and also cause short circuits which in the worst case may lead to fire.
Electrical wiring is an electrical installation of cabling and associated devices such as switches, distribution boards, sockets, and light fittings in a structure.
Look out for these symptoms in your house which may point towards poor electrical system:
- Frequently tripping circuit breakers.
- Flickering or dimming lights.
- Buzzing or crackling sounds.
- Frayed wires.
- Aluminum or knob-and-tube wiring.
- Warm or vibrating spots on outlets or walls.
- Smoke coming from outlets or appliances.
- Burning smells or scorch marks on electrical fixtures.
These issues are usually spotted in houses more than 15 years old. “The circuits in these older homes weren’t designed to power the many gadgets of modern life,” says electrician Mr. Shreeram Karki, Head of Department at Sajilo Sewa.
To fix these kind of problems, turn off the power to the device, then disconnect the wires and either clip off the excess wire or strip off additional insulation so the proper amount of wire is exposed. Then, reconnect the wires to their screw terminal or wire nut.
A more simpler solution might be to call an experienced electrician in Kathmandu and get your electrical system inspected for any issues. Sajilo Sewa provides experienced and professional electricians at your doorsteps. You can book the service from their website www.sajilosewa.com or simply give them a call at 9801888282.