Electrical problems are something we all want to avoid. Whether a residential or commercial property, nobody wants to find themselves faced with these types of issues ever. Certainly, we would all agree that none of us want to have electrical scenarios that can result in costly repairs or even harm. When the power goes out, it can be costly to everyone but indeed can be more costly to business owners who can ultimately incur huge repairs and experience lost time.
Knowing and understanding the signs that you may be faced with an electrical system problem at your business, is ever so important. With this knowledge and understanding, you are able to have the problem identified and resolved quickly and minimize any lost time or costly repairs.
Indicators of an Electrical System Problem
There are a number of signs that can help you recognize that you are experiencing an electrical problem. These signs include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Constantly flickering lights – One of the most obvious signs that there is a problem of one sort or another with your electrical system is that of flickering lights. When you notice that a whole row of lights within your business or office space seem to be experiencing the same problem at the same time it typically means that there is a short circuit of some type in the system somewhere. Though you may think, what’s the big deal, be aware that short circuits can pose a dangerous situation depending upon where the specific short circuit is located. Be sure to reach out to our professionals when this occurs so that we can identify the source of the problem and provide an effective solution quickly.
- Ongoing Issues with the Circuit Breaker – The purpose of a circuit breaker is to provide protection to your commercial building from all types of electrical problems that can arise and cause damage or even fires. The circuit breaker itself can experience problems from time to time. If you notice that the breaker keeps tripping, or that it does not reset properly, there may very well be a major issue that needs to be identified. It is important that you call on our professionals to provide necessary repairs when your breaker keeps on tripping or does not reset properly.
- Your Electric Bills are Awfully High Now – There are many electrical problems that can cause your monthly electric bills to go through the roof. If you notice, all of a sudden, that your business electric bills are going up, but you cannot pinpoint any specific reason why, if more than likely means that you are wasting power as a result of a problem with your electrical system. Our technicians are on hand to perform a thorough inspection of your system to determine what the problem is and what the most effective solution will be.
Bottom Line
These are some of the most common electrical problems that can occur with your commercial building. There are most certainly many more, but these are the most common.
With that said, if you see anything that causes you to suspect a problem with your electrical system you should not delay in reaching out to Gervaise Electric, Inc. Our professionals stand ready to serve you and to provide you with the highest quality electrical parts and services this side of the state. It is always better to be safe than sorry. So, please don’t ignore any electrical problems that pop up at your business. Rather, give a shout out to Gervais Electric, Inc. and let one of our dedicated staff members schedule your appointment today!
