If your breaker trips when using too many appliances at one time means it is time to have your home electrical system inspected. You could try to avoid an inspection by just turning the breaker back on or unplugging the appliances but that is not the safest method. 
Inspecting household electrical systems and following the advice of an electrician can prevent dangerous situations such as fire or electrocution. A lack of electrical maintenance, faulty electrical installation, frayed wires, or circuits that are not equipped to carry the electrical load of your devices/appliances can lead to costly damage and repairs.
In many instances, electricians find that the damage to the wiring in a home is in a place that the homeowner can see, either under the home or within the walls. Bug or rodent infestation could be a cause of frayed or damaged electrical wiring. Having an annual electrical inspection could prevent any mishaps and catch any potential fire hazards. In the heat of the Arizona summer, certain animals could find shade inside the walls and under your home. This could lead to these critters digging to make a nest causing damage to your electrical wires. An electrician can test the voltage of your wires to determine if there are electrical shorts. Also, the appliances in your home degrade over time and may need to be repaired or replaced – something your electrician can point out during the course of an inspection.
Electrical safety inspections are typically mandated by law when a home or business changes ownership but regardless of a sale, home and business owners should commit to an annual electrical inspection.
How will you know if an inspection is required?
- If the house lights dim or flicker for no apparent reason
- If the breakers trip frequently
- Check for discoloration of the power outlets as this could mean the area behind it is becoming heated from faulty wiring
- If there is a scent of burned plastic or electrical wiring around appliances or outlets
- If there are sparks in and around outlets when plugging or unplugging appliances
If any of the above situations are present, an electrical inspection should be scheduled immediately. Outline the issue with a qualified Mesa electrician who would understand the issues the heat of an Arizona summer can cause and ask their advice on what safety precautions you can take with that particular outlet or area of the home until they arrive.
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