Call an electrician right away if you smell burning near an outlet or panel, if an outlet or switch feels warm, or if a breaker trips again after you reset it. Those are signs of overheating, and overheating is how electrical fires start. If you see sparks or smoke, leave the house and call 911 first.
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- A burning or fishy smell with no other source
- Outlets, switches or the panel warm to the touch
- A breaker that trips repeatedly
- Scorch marks on an outlet
- A shock or tingle from an appliance or switch
- Lights that dim sharply when a large appliance starts
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- Flickering lights in more than one room
- Not enough outlets, so you rely on power bars and extension cords
- No ground-fault (GFCI) outlets in bathrooms, the kitchen or outdoors
- An older panel, or fuses instead of breakers
- Planning a renovation, an electric vehicle charger or a hot tub
What not to do yourself
Changing a light bulb or resetting a breaker once is fine. Opening the panel, replacing wiring or adding circuits is work for a licensed electrician.
Who to call in Aurora
The Deville Group is the electrician Good Neighbours recommends in Aurora. The company started in 1996 as Deville Electric, so it has about 30 years of experience. It handles residential electrical work, commercial projects and more complex jobs, and its stated values are trustworthiness, professionalism, education, safety and dependability.
Pricing is not published on their website. Call and describe the job, whether it is a small repair or a larger project, to get a clear number.
For new builds and renovations, they also have a fully automated showroom where homeowners can see how lighting and home automation systems work.
Contact
The Deville Group. Call (905) 761-5544 or visit devillegroup.ca. See their full profile for services, reviews and more answers.
Quick answers
Is a breaker that keeps tripping dangerous?
It can be. A breaker that trips again after a reset is telling you a circuit is overloaded or faulty. Have an electrician look at it.
Why does my outlet feel warm?
A warm outlet or switch is a sign of overheating. Stop using it and call an electrician.
Does The Deville Group do residential work in Aurora?
Yes. They handle residential and commercial electrical work across Aurora and the surrounding area.
