5 Signs That You Need An Electrical Wiring Update In Your Home

Every year, an average of 6.5% of residential fires are caused by electrical problems and the majority of the number are caused by outdated, problematic electrical wiring that puts homes and families at risk. 

Prior to this, you probably haven’t thought of updating your electrical wiring, particularly when you think it doesn’t worth the cost and the hassle. But, what you need to know is that having your electrics effectively wired up will not only reduce the risk of fires and accidents but will also help you save on costs of damage in the long run. 

In this article, we list a few reasons why you should regularly update your electric wiring and how an electrical consultant in Singapore can help you. 


Increase Safety 
 
One of the most obvious reasons to update your electrical wiring is to improve safety in your home. For instance, an older home may have old-fashioned outlets that only have two prongs instead of three. Most appliances today usually have the third prong which are intended to provide sufficient power and reduce the risk of the fuses blowing. It speaks particularly true for refrigerators and other energy-intensive fixtures that are prone to overloading. The problem is, it may be difficult for you to tell if your home is installed with old wiring. So, it best to look up to an electrical consultant for electrical testing and commissioning. 

Maximise Electrical Capacity 
 
Older homes are usually installed with 100-150 amps of electrical capacity, which indicates that they’re short of the energy requirements of modern living. Today, a typical home can require at least 200 amps of electrical service. In fact, high-energy consuming devices such as electric ovens, air conditioners, and flat irons can easily take up more than 100 amps when plugged all at once and there’s no way the older homes can reach this electrical capacity. Thus, upgrading your wiring to that extent will allow you to use more appliances with minimal risk of overloading.

Minimising Risks of Fire 
 
As mentioned, electrical malfunctions own up to 6.5% of residential fires or 51,000 fires every year. These fires resulted in hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries, not to mention the property damages that cost a staggering $1.3 billion. Houses built prior to the introduction of modern appliances are particularly prone to fires resulting from loose wiring and blown-up fuses to name a few. If your home is built 25 years ago or later, it’s crucial to upgrade your wiring to lower the risk of electrical fire. It’s all the more important if you’re using modern appliances in your old home. 

What an Electrical Consultant Can Do For You 
 
Whether you’re having a malfunctioning light switch, loosed outlet, an electrical consultant can identify the problem and provide you with the most effective solutions at competitive prices. Electrical consultants and technicians are trained to the highest standard to identify the problem and fix them. Get in touch with an electrical consultant today.

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