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Electrical Tasks You Should Never DIY

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If you’re wondering about whether or not you can tackle electrical work in your home yourself, the answer is that it’s generally not a good idea. One small mistake could lead to serious harm or even a fire. It’s always best to call in a licensed, experienced electrician to handle any electrical tasks in your home.

If your home requires electrical work, it is best to consult with a professional electrician. While you may be able to replace a burnt-out light bulb, installing an entirely new light fixture requires a more in-depth understanding of electrical work that most people do not have. One small mistake could lead to serious harm or even a fire, so it is best to leave this type of work to the professionals.

One must exercise caution when attempting to install or wire a ceiling light fixture, as damage to the ceiling, incorrect wiring (shock or fire hazard), or a heavy light fixture falling may occur. It is advisable to let a licensed electrician handle the installation and wiring process.

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Electrical Code Repairs are Electrical Tasks You Should Never DIY

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While you may be tempted to save money by addressing electrical code violations yourself, it is always best to hire a professional. Not only is there the potential to continue not meeting national electrical code standards, but you also risk damaging appliances or even causing injury or death. 

Hiring a professional to ensure your home meets electrical safety standards is always the best decision.

If your home isn’t up to standard electrical code, the last thing you want to do is increase the risk of damage, injury, or death by attempting repairs or replacements yourself. Remember, licensed electricians spend years studying and training to work in their field because the work is intricate, complicated, and can be dangerous.

Additionally, a reputable, licensed electrician will be aware of the most recent code requirements and have the best tools for the job.

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Electrical Tasks You Should Never DIY Includes Electrical Panel Work

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While you may be tempted to work on your electrical panel yourself if you’re noticing flickering bulbs and circuit breaker tripping, it’s no joke. Fiddling with the electrical panel can be dangerous, especially if the home’s wiring is struggling to handle a modern household electrical load.

The electrical panel controls how much and where electricity travels in the house. If you overload the panel or otherwise mis-wire into the circuit breakers, you leave your home at serious risk of power surges and fire.

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Perform Your Own Safety Inspection

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It’s important to have a basic understanding of damaged electrical equipment, like frayed cords, damaged outlets, or a breaker box. But, you shouldn’t replace an inspection from a licensed electrician with your own. 

Talk to your electrician about what kind of damage or disrepair to look for in your electrical system. You should also schedule a yearly safety inspection with a licensed electrician.

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Contact the Pros at SJ Electric

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At SJ Electric, our experienced and qualified electricians are proud to be rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau and 5-star on Google. Our excellent reputation with our Kansas City customers speaks for itself. If your building needs electrical work, don’t attempt a DIY project – contact our professional team today.

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