Electricity is the force behind many of a home’s functions, powering appliances, lights, HVAC systems, and more. The electric panel in your suburban Chicago home is the heart of your electrical system, and fortunately, can function for decades. However, sometimes issues with electric panels can occur that require repair, and eventually, they need to be replaced.
TR Miller Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, and Electrical is your resource in the Chicago area when you need expert help with your electric panel. Our team of electricians is highly skilled and experienced in electric panel repairs and replacement.
What Is an Electric Panel?
The electric panel controls the distribution of power in your home to every light, outlet, and appliance. It contains components that prevent power overloads and to shut off the power to various areas of your home, or to the entire home.
Signs that You Need Electric Panel Repair
Some common signs that your electric panel needs professional attention include:
- Circuit breaker trips that occur frequently
- Dimming or flickering lights
- Burning smells or marks
- Buzzing or other noises coming from the panel
- Signs of corrosion
- Warmth when you touch the panel
Common Electric Panel Repairs
Often, issues with your electric panel can be repaired easily by an electrician. Common electric panel repairs include:
- Breaker replacement
- Grounding repairs
- Corroded component replacement
- Bus bar repairs
- Circuit replacement due to overload
Electric Panel Replacement
If your electric panel is more than 20 to 30 years old, it may be time to replace it. This can happen because your panel was not built to handle modern electrical needs, or it may just have reached the end of its service life. Certain electric panels have also been recalled due to safety hazards.
Other signs that your electric panel needs to be replaced include noises from the panel that could indicate arching or loose connections, corrosion, and flickering lights or outlets that don’t work.
When you think you need electric panel replacement, the team from TR Miller Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, and Electrical will consult with you to understand your needs and budget and recommend appropriate options. Then we will provide expert installation of your new panel, prioritizing your family’s comfort and safety.
TR Miller is Your Trusted Electric Panel Partner
The professional team of electricians at TR Miller Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, and Electrical is well trained and experienced and has up to date knowledge of electrical systems of all kinds. We offer comprehensive electric panel repair and installation services and are a one-stop shop for all your electrical needs.
We provide transparent pricing, with no surprises, and we always keep your needs and budget in mind. We’ve been a trusted home servicing partner to suburban Chicago residents since 2008. We are a family-owned company, and we consider our customers our extended family. We are here to serve you, with your safety and comfort always coming first.
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