Is Your Home’s Electrical System Outdated?

Discover key warning signs and protect your home with expert insights.

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Electrical Safety

Recognizing the Signs of an Outdated Electrical System

Stay Safe with a Professional Electrical Evaluation

Contact Arvada Electric today to assess your system and ensure your home’s electrical safety.

Signs Your Home’s Electrical System May Be Outdated:

  • Frequent breaker trips or blown fuses

    Indicates overloaded or aging circuits

  • Flickering or dimming lights

    May point to wiring or panel issues

  • Warm or discolored outlets and switches

    A safety concern that should be addressed immediately

  • Limited number of outlets

    Relying on extension cords is a red flag

  • Two-prong outlets or lack of grounding

    Older wiring doesn’t meet modern safety standards

  • Buzzing sounds from outlets or switches

    Can signal loose connections or electrical arcing

  • Burn marks or scorch marks around outlets

    Immediate safety risk

  • Old electrical panel (30+ years)

    May not support today’s power needs or modern appliances

  • Circuit breakers labeled “tripped often” or unlabeled

    Indicates potential overloads or confusion in panel