What to do when the electric switch panel bursts and sizzles?

 


If something abnormal occurs in any part of your electrical system, it is a very frightening situation. And if you are wondering what to do when your electrical switch panel bursts and sizzles, you should definitely address the problem right away.

Because your electrical switch panel could burst and sizzle:

Loose or damaged wire

Sparking and sizzling from the switch panel could be caused by a loose or damaged wire. Over time, the degradation of wires and switchboards is to be expected, as all things wear out and weaken with age.

Wires can become loose or damaged due to normal wear and tear, causing the popping and sparking that can be heard and seen when electricity escapes from the damaged area.

Insulation

The wires themselves may be fine, but it is the insulation that has worn out. Worn insulation can cause sparks and a popping sound because exposed wires can still create electrical arcs that give rise to these problems.

Uninsulated wires are extremely dangerous because the sparks and problems created by exposed wires can be a fire hazard. All it takes to start a fire is one spark landing on a flammable object, which can be a carpet, a curtain or any other object in the house.

Electrical circuit

Sometimes, sparks and crackling that occur in a circuit breaker panel indicate that there is some problem with the electrical network in the house. This could mean that the switch is not receiving enough electricity, which suggests that there is a much more serious problem in the house's electrical system.

Worn panel

Sometimes the contacts inside the switch itself have worn out and as a result the contact between the switch and the panel is poor. This can create the sparks and pops that occur.

If left unchecked, this can cause the switch or parts of the panel to overheat and melt. This can, in turn, cause the entire panel to catch fire and cause serious damage to your home and yourself.

Call the Emergency Electrician in Birmingham. We are 24 hours available.


Location: Birmingham, UK

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