Why DIY electrical work might be really painful
Doing your own electrical work seems like it could save you money on labor costs. And for some handy homeowners, tackling electrical projects themselves can be tempting. However, DIY electrical work comes with some major risks that could end up being really painful – literally and figuratively.
The Dangers of Electrocution
The most obvious risk of amateur electrical work is the potential for electrocution. Electrical currents can cause burns, muscle contractions, nerve damage, cardiac arrest, and death. Even changing something as simple as an outlet means you are working directly with live wires carrying deadly voltage. One minor slip-up could lead to a serious or even fatal shock. Is saving a few bucks worth risking your life?
Risk of Fires
Faulty electrical wiring is one of the leading causes of house fires. If circuits are overloaded, have loose connections, or are improperly grounded, it creates a fire hazard. Even a small mistake that allows arcing or resistance build-up could start an electrical fire that quickly rages out of control. A house fire is incredibly destructive and painful emotionally and financially.
Code Violations
Whether you’re adding new circuits, upgrading service panels, or just relocating outlets, electrical work needs to be done according to intricate local codes. Code violations can lead to expensive fines and remediation costs down the road. You may have to rip out all the work and start over if it doesn’t pass inspection – a huge waste of time and money. Licensed electricians know the latest codes like the back of their hand.
Invalidating Insurance
Most home insurance policies strictly prohibit policyholders from doing electrical work themselves, unless they use a licensed professional. If you conduct DIY electrical work and it leads to a fire or other disaster, your insurance can deny coverage for damages. Talk about kicking you while you’re down! Invalidating that insurance could lead to painful out-of-pocket expenses.
Long-Term Headaches
Quick DIY electrical fixes often fail to address the larger underlying problems that a professional would catch. That could lead to future short-circuits, flickering lights, tripped breakers and other electrical headaches down the road. Eventually, you’ll likely need to pay an electrician anyway to re-do the work properly.
Here’s why 4G Electrician is your superhero against electrical woes:
Safety First
Our electricians are the real Captains America of your home’s electrical system. We’ll fight off potential hazards and keep you safe.
Hidden Dangers
We have X-ray vision (well, not literally) for electrical problems. We’ll detect and disarm any hidden dangers lurking within your walls.
Code Compliance
We stay up-to-date on electrical codes like Iron Man keeps his suit upgraded. You can rest assured that your system will meet the strictest safety standards.
Peace of Mind:
Knowing your electrical system is in good hands lets you chill out like Iceman. Leave the worrying to us. You focus on the important things in life like your friends, family, and more projects.
The bottom line is that electrical systems are extremely complex and unforgiving. Hiring a qualified, licensed electrician to do the job safely and correctly may cost more upfront, but it buys peace of mind. Trying to do electrical work yourself could end up being really painful – or worse. When it comes to DIY electricity, it’s better to be safe than sorry.