Denver Electric and Solar: Older Home Issues

There are plenty of joys associated with home ownership, regardless of what year the building itself was constructed. Be it a brand new piece of real estate or an older home, being able to put a roof above your head and that of your family can be an extremely rewarding experience. However, there are a few items individuals should have checked if you are purchasing or inheriting an older home. Technology is constantly changing and chances are electrical systems used to outfit an older property may not fit the current building codes. 

Not only is it important to ensure your real estate is code approved, but as a safety concern, making certain everything is in proper working order can allow you to rest easy at night. If you are even the least bit concerned about evaluating old electrical wiring for safety, then consider gathering an expert opinion and full inspection immediately as there are a number of potential older home issues which may need to be addressed.

Flickering Lights

Constantly flickering lights may be the first signs of something more dangerous lurking behind the walls or ceiling of your home. These signals could indicate an improper wiring scenario or frayed connections. In addition, the entire system may not have been constructed in order to properly power all of the currently connected appliances further causing an issue.

Improper Grounding

Having a ground wire is common practice today but this was not always the case. Depending on when your home was built, the electrical outlets and wiring may not be accompanied by the ground component. Utilized as a safe travel path for currents when or if there is some type of damage, having a ground wire as part of the overall electrical system can be key.

Outlets

Homes today typically have way more devices and components needing to be plugged in to function. If your home was built before the luxury of outlets being located along nearly every wall, then having a few more installed for easy access or a reconfiguration to the rooms of your home could be especially beneficial.

DIY Mistakes

Another problem that may arise inside any home with a previous owner is the concern about faulty do-it-yourself (DIY) electrical upgrades. Unfortunately, there are plenty of individuals out there who will attempt to “fix” a problem without professional assistance. If this is the case inside your home, having an inspection to spot any potential problem areas may help to avoid a future issue.

If you have a professional inspection need, are concerned about out of date electrical practices, or want assistance with any other associated projects around the house, give the Luxray Electric and Solar experts a call today. In addition to providing electrical system questions, they can also take care of multiple other issues associated within the entire grid of your home. Serving Denver and the surrounding areas for over 15 years, our clients have an extensive history of being supported and helped for a variety of different electrical needs. If you have questions about your services, don’t hesitate to contact us today. We look forward to meeting you and providing the type of service you can rely on whatever your needs may be very soon!