Need an Electrician? Start With Experience.

You should call an electrician if you notice frequently tripping breakers, flickering lights, outlets or switches that feel warm, burning smells, buzzing sounds, sparks, or outlets that have stopped working. You may also need an electrician when adding new appliances, installing an EV charger, upgrading an electrical panel, or making changes to your home’s wiring. When you’re unsure whether an electrical issue is safe to handle yourself, it’s best to have an experienced electrician evaluate it.

Hiring a licensed electrician helps ensure your electrical work is completed safely and in accordance with applicable electrical codes. Licensed electricians have the training and experience to properly diagnose problems, perform installations and repairs, and identify potential safety concerns. Professional electrical work can also help protect your home, electrical system, and the people who rely on it.

You may need to replace your electrical panel if it is outdated, damaged, frequently trips breakers, shows signs of overheating, or no longer provides enough capacity for your home’s electrical needs. A panel upgrade may also be recommended when adding major appliances, an EV charger, a generator, or other equipment that increases electrical demand. An experienced electrician can inspect your current panel and determine whether repair, an upgrade, or replacement is appropriate.

Common warning signs include flickering or dimming lights, frequently tripping breakers, buzzing outlets or switches, burning odors, sparks, warm electrical components, or outlets that suddenly stop working. If you notice anything unusual with your electrical system, having an experienced electrician inspect the problem can help identify the cause and address potential safety concerns.