FAQ
FAQ About Electrical Wiring in Redlands, CA and Surrounding Areas
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Why Do My Exterior Fixture Bulbs Keep Burning Out?
It is not uncommon for houses to have one or a few light fixtures that burn a little faster than the others; this can be contributed to a number of factors: too much juice, too much force, too much heat, and too much vibration.
- Too Much Juice: If your light bulbs are blowing out regularly then your home maybe running on a high voltage, a simple electric meter test can help determine if your home is running over 120 volts, if so then simply change your bulbs to a 130 volt bulbs. If your fixtures are still producing burned out bulbs, then call an electrician for advise for a longer-lasting solution.
- Too Much Force: It is not uncommon to screw in a bulb too tight. However, if your bulb is screwed in to tightly then it can ruin the connection between your bulb and fixture.
- Too Much Heat: If the bulb in your fixture is too large then it could be overheating in your fixture. Certain fixtures are designed to smaller bulbs, if your bulb is too big then it could possibly not be dispersing heat the way it was designed too.
- Too Much Vibration: Fixtures may undergo excessive vibration under a different circumstances, like; wobbly ceiling fans or if it is under a room with lots of traffic or movement. An easy fix for this is to purchase a rough service bulb or upgrading to a high voltage bulb.
When My Air Conditioner Turns On, I Notice My Lights Flicker. Is This Normal?
If you have a modern high-demand air conditioner, it can cause an initial massive drain on your electricity when turned on. If you have a normal air conditioner then this drain will only happen for a split second. If your lights are flickering when your air conditioning unit isn't running, then you may want to call your electrical professional to come out and evaluate the wiring in your house.
How Do I Reset My Breaker When It Has Tripped Off?
- Turn off all lights and unplug appliances in the room or rooms that have lost power.
- Find your electrical panel, that is usually found in the basement or in the utility room.
- When you open the electrical panel use caution. make sure your hands and all surfaces around you are dry. If you do not feel comfortable with your electrical panel, call a professional immediately.
- There are two types of electrical panels; a circuit breaker and a fuse box. Circuit Breaker: look for any breaker that is no long in the full "on" position, then ensure that it is in the full off position. Once the breaker is in full off position, flip it back to the full "on" position, and this should restore power. Fuse Box: check all fuses for melted metal pieces or if there is discoloration on the glass window at the top of the fuse. If so, you have found your broken fuse. Unscrew the broken fuse and replace with a new fuse that is the same size and amperage.
- Test your appliance to ensure that your new fuse or resent breaker has worked. If your outlet continues to lose power then your appliances maybe are using more amps than your panel can provide, or it is the sign of a more serious problem and you should call your electrical expert immediately.
Why Does My Circuit Breaker Trip or My Fuses Blow Out?
There are two reasons why your circuit breaker has tripped; the circuit has overloaded, or there was a short circuit.
- Overload Circuit: This is the most common reason for a circuit breaker to trip. It happens when too many appliance or light fixtures are being used, and your circuit is trying to draw a larger electrical load that it is suppose to have.
- Short Circuit: Short circuits are a much more serious issue than an overload circuit. It occurs when a hot wire touches a neutral wire, or if the hot wire comes in contact with a metal wall box or a wood frame (ground-fault). If you suspect that your circuit breaker has tripped because of a short circuit then it is important to call your electrician to rewire the circuit.
