Trusted Electricians in Shenandoah, TX

Signs of electrical issues in your home may not be a big deal at first, but we recommend you take notice as you see them. While some issues like lights that flicker or plugs that stop working seem like mere inconveniences, they could be signs of bigger issue to come and should not be put off for later. If you begin to notice a burning smell that doesn’t have a source – or see sparks, even – it is time to call John Moore for an inspection. What may start small as a bit of faulty wiring in your walls or a short circuit in your electrical panel could lead to a very serious issue like an electrical fire.

Notice: If there is a fire in your home, call 911 or your local fire department. If you notice smoke, sparks, or hear a buzzing sound coming from behind your walls, immediately call your electrical service provider to turn off your home’s electricity and then call John Moore.

• Electrical Repairs & Upgrades
• Breaker Panel Inspection
• Repair
• and Replacement
• Rewiring
• Electrical Inspections
• High-Voltage Repair
• Whole-Home Surge Protection
• Indoor and Outdoor Lighting
• Overhead & Underground Lines
• Grounding
• Electrical Outlets
• Switches
• & Dimmers
• Ceiling Fan & Fixture Installation
• Stand-by Generators
• LED & Recessed Lighting
• Code Corrections

Your breaker box is the main hub of your home’s electrical system. The breaker box, also sometimes referred to as the distribution board, electrical panel, or breaker panel, may be located in your garage, attic, an exterior wall, or a closet. The purpose of this panel is to distribute power to each outlet, appliance, and light in your home. As electricity is distributed, the breaker box monitors the output and ensures that there isn’t an overload. Should there be a power surge or overcurrent (when an appliance pulls unsafe amounts of electricity), the breaker box will shut off electricity to that part of your home.

If a breaker is constantly tripping, there may be an issue with your electrical system. Perhaps an appliance is drawing too much electricity, the system isn’t properly grounded, or there may be an issue with the panel itself. Sometimes after constant tripping, a breaker may be overloaded, which may result in a fire.

Older homes in Shenandoah may still run on an outdated breaker panel that may be missing the cut-off safety feature, which could lead to a dangerous electrical overload. If your home was built before the 1980, we recommend learning what breaker panel your home uses and checking IsMyPanelSafe.com to determine whether or not your breaker panel is up to date. If you find that your breaker panel is outdated or has been recalled, then you should have it replaced with a newer, safer panel as soon as possible.

Not sure about your breaker panel? Call 713-730-2525 to schedule our next available electrician for an inspection.