Sydney Electrical Safety Switches Provides Overloaded Circuit Protection

Overloading electrical outlets is one of the most common problems individuals encounter, placing their homes at increased risk of a devastating house fire. Overloaded circuits also endanger people, putting them at risk for shocks that can even be deadly. Sydney Electrical Services routinely installs safety switches to protect clients and their homes.

Since 1991, Australian law requires every home to have at least one safety switch within its switchboard. The law applies to new construction projects and structures that have been rewired. However, individuals with an older home probably don’t have that protection. Safety switches have the ability to cut power in as little as 0.003 seconds when a problem is detected.

An array of new electrical devices and smart appliances have been introduced into the market. While they make life easier and more convenient, most individuals don’t realize just how much power those devices are drawing when plugged into an outlet. Older wiring systems aren’t able to handle the increased demand. The Level 2 electrician Bondi installs safety switches that aid in protecting clients and their property.

The circuit breakers in older systems will shut down the electricity, but an overload may already have occurred. In an overload situation where no safety switch is installed, the wiring can overheat, melt and result in a fire. The fire will occur behind walls and homeowners won’t even be aware of it until flames break out in some part of the house.

The early warning signs of an electrical overload can encompass lights that dim or flicker momentarily and circuit breakers or fuses that frequently blow. Plugging too many cords into an electrical outlet can create discoloration of the receptacle and a sure sign of problems is if the wall plate is warm to the touch. Individuals should contact an electrician Sutherland Shire if they experience buzzing, crackling or sizzling when a device is plugged in.

Running laptops, phones, holiday lighting, electrical styling tools and smart appliances can all result in an overloaded circuit. Sydney Electrical Services installs safety switches for an essential level of protection. Having safety switches installed is an easy, effective and inexpensive way to protect individuals and their property.

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