Just to be clear, trying the DIY approach to solving your electrical problems can be quite dangerous, and you should always think to have an experienced electrician troubleshoot your home.  With that said, here are a few things that you can do to prevent the call in the first place.

Turn Off Unused Devices and Keep Appliances in Good Working Order.

       One of the best things that you can do to avoid having an electrical issue is to make sure you always turn off your unused electrical devices.  Not only will that help save you some money on your electric bill, it will also protect you from overloading your system.  If you already notice having issues in your home, doing this will help but it will not fix your problem.  In that case, it’s time to call us to help troubleshoot your electrical system.

Avoid Plugging in Too Many Devices into a Single Outlet or Power Cord.

It sure is convenient to plug in all of your appliances or electrical devices into a single area, but that can cause issues for your electrical system.  The best practice is to make sure your devices are evenly spread throughout your home, so you don’t overload the system.  If you do end up having power outages or your circuit keeps tripping however, you should go ahead and have us trouble shoot the electrical system.

Reduce the Load of Your HVAC System

In the middle of the Summer or Winter it can be temping to have your AC or heating on full blast.  While you should always remain comfortable, it can be an issue if you turn it up too high or too low.  If left untreated for too long it can cause some serious damage to your electrical system.  Being conservative with your HVAC system is a great way to prevent a visit from an electrician, but if your electricity has gone out or you are having other issues, its probably too late.  At that point you should call us to come over and troubleshoot the electrical system.