6 Signs When You Need to Replace Old Outlets

Sometimes we neglect little-little things that have the potential to save us from major hazards and headaches. An electric fire is most common in this box, we ignore early warning signs from plugs, switches, outlets, and old wiring that are the most susceptible.

Here in this write-up, I will cover some of the most prevalent signals that you can catch before anything unusual can catch you.

6 Signs When You Need to Replace Old Outlets

Loose Connections

This is the most usual thing that one can easily notice. Loose connections of your outlets, plugging in and out can cause this and that can lead to short circuits. In the majority of situations, we have seen that it expend to an electric fire. Don’t leave it in space.

Feel hot when you touch

When you touch outlets and you feel hot that is the early symptom of electrical mess. This indicates loose outlets, damaged, or worn wires hidden behind the walls that constitute a significant fire threat.

Flickering Lights or Power

When you plug any device into the outlet and the power starts flickering that is a sure sign of inefficiency, which means the outlet can’t handle the charge. The most prevalent reasons are damaged, worn, andoutdated outlets. In this scenario, you must replace the outlets.

Outdated two-prong

Traditional two-prong outlets are both less energy-efficient and less safe than modern three-prong plugs. If every outlet in your house is of the old 2-prong style and your electricity bills are skyrocketing.

Your outlets are discolored

Have you ever observed an uncolored wall of outlets? This is a clue that something awful happened with the outlet, most likely that it burnt, was damaged, or that faulty installation caused a short circuit.

Short circuits frequently create burn marks on the receptacle and melt the plastics around it. These are prone to catching fire. Cut electricity to the outlet at the panel and immediately contact an electrical professional to have it inspected and repaired.

Spark, smoke or smell of burning

No need to put this topic here, but it's crucial to mention. Whenever you feel, see, or smell of burning something, you must cut the power from the source at first and then call a professional to find out the reason of it. You must not touch the wires or circuits on your own and if the fire catches, call the Fire department immediately. Never use water to put out an electrical fire.

We've written about "How to put out Electrical Fire" before, and you can find it here.

Aria Electrical, as a trained and certified electrician, suggests that you do not attempt any type of repair on your own unless you are skilled enough to do so. This may result in additional damage to you and your gadgets. To avoid a catastrophe, always seek the assistance of an expert.