Every homeowner needs to have an electrician to call during an emergency. At least in the United States, according to IBISWorld, as of 2023, there were 1,108,838 electricians for homeowners to call upon. However, it's best to get an electrician to inspect your home before disaster strikes. Here are three signs you need to call an electrician.

1. Tripping Circuit Breaker

Your circuit breaker might trip once in a while, especially if you're running too many things at once. However, if it happens on a regular basis, something is either overloading it or there's something wrong with the circuit breaker itself. No matter what, you'll want a professional electrician to inspect it to diagnose the problem.

2. Flickering Lights

When a light begins to flicker, that's not cause for alarm. Switch the bulb with a new one and see what happens. If other lights in your home continue to flicker, that's the symptom of a wider issue in your home. Call in an electrical professional to inspect the wiring of your lighting system. That way, they can see if there are any deep-set issues.

3. Smelling Burnt Odors

Other than when you burn something while cooking, you should absolutely never smell anything burning within your home. Without any visible sparks or flames, this could mean that something's going on with some wiring behind your walls. If it's not fixed, then you're looking at the possibility of an electrical fire. Call for an electrician to immediately perform an inspection of your home.

These are far from the only signs that you should be wary of. Other things include light switches feeling warm or if sparks are visibly coming out of outlets. All of these things could be dangerous to you due to the possibility of injury due to a shock or fire starting. Don't hesitate to bring in a professional when you see these things.

Of course, don't try to fix it yourself. If you attempt to fix it yourself and something happens, you could be liable since you didn't bring in a pro. That alone makes it worth it to hire someone.

Are you looking for an electrician in your area? Here at Villa Hills Electric, we do all kinds of residential and commercial electrical work, including installation, lighting, and renovation. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you.