Electrical Service Upgrades in Chesterfield, Missouri

Fixture, Panel, and Wiring Upgrades in St. Louis County

While the older homes in the Greater St. Louis Area have a beautiful aesthetic, they can be plagued with potentially dangerous electrical issues. If your home is more than 50 years old, you’ll want to consider electrical upgrades from Chesterfield Service.

Every home has electricity running to it, and if your home doesn’t seem to be able to power all of your appliances and electronics efficiently, regardless of age, electrical upgrades can help improve your home in many ways. With 24/7 availability, free estimates, and financing options, Chesterfield Service makes it easy to create a safe, modern home that preserves your building’s classic appeal. 

Call our Chesterfield electrical upgrade team at (636) 837-1949 today to request your free estimate!

Signs Your Home Needs Electrical Upgrades

Whether your home was built in 1908 or 1980, there are many reasons to consider an electrical upgrade. Aside from safety and efficiency issues, our electrical upgrades can address a variety of common and uncommon problems that older homes may encounter.

You could benefit from an electrical service upgrade if your home has: 

• A fuse box: Fuse boxes were common in older homes, but now circuit breakers are much more common. While fuse boxes are still capable of running electricity in your home, you’ll still have to buy fuses and replace them when they go out. Circuit breakers are often seen as a more convenient choice.
• Aluminum wiring: As aluminum heats up, it expands and contracts, leading to loose connections, which can cause arching, which can lead to fires. As you add more electronics, you can potentially overload the electrical demands aluminum wiring can provide. New wiring will be safer and much more energy efficient. 
• Two-prong ungrounded outlets: Outlets with two holes instead of three can often cause electrical issues. The ground wire is essential for protecting against shock hazards that send extra power into the ground and away from your devices.
• A missing GFCI: GFCI outlets are commonly installed in bathrooms, kitchens, and other rooms that often contain moisture. They stop trips and electrocution by interrupting the flow of electricity when the amount going differs from the amount entering by about five milliamperes. Having GFCI outlets can protect your loved ones from electrocution when an electronic device suddenly becomes wet. 
• Insufficient power: If you just bought some new appliances but find they aren’t working properly or are causing frequent tripping, it’s not the appliance’s fault. You probably don’t have the electrical capacity for your new appliances. An electrician can help make sure you have enough power to operate your appliances safely. 
• Popping light bulbs: It’s normal for light bulbs to die, but they usually just stop glowing at the end of their life. If your light bulbs frequently pop, it’s a sign there is an electrical issue going on.
• Burning smells: If you notice burning smells coming from your electrical panel or any wall outlet, it’s a cause for concern. Burning smells are either the plastic casing melting off the wires or the insulation and wood within your walls being signed by hot wires. Any burning smells should be addressed immediately to prevent electrical or house fires. 

Even brand-new homes can have issues requiring electrical repairs or upgrades, and you want to address these problems as soon as possible. Fires and electrocution are possible in every home, so it’s important to get these issues assessed to keep you and your family safe.