Creepy Electrical Noises In Your Home And What They Mean?

Don’t be left in the dark when it comes to electrical problems in your home. There are two electrical noises, in particular, that you shouldn’t ignore: buzzing and humming. If you hear either of these noises at any point, try not to panic. Contact an electrician to inspect your electrical system to be sure everything is in good, working condition. Here are more in depth details about creepy electrical noises you may hear, and what exactly they mean.

1. Humming or BUZZING Outlets and Switches

Do you hear humming or buzzing coming from your outlets or switches? This could mean you have a loose wire. When your wires get loose, it can cause them to vibrate, ultimately causing a buzzing noise. However, the humming or buzzing you hear could be a result of other problems such as:

• Improper Installation
• Breaker Issues
• Temperature Changes
• Connectivity Problems

Truth be told, outlets and switches that aren’t working properly or have underlying issues could put your family and your home at great risk and shouldn’t be ignored.

2. Humming Electrical Panel

A lot of times, a soft humming noise coming from your electrical panel is normal. It’s usually due to the vibration of the electrical currents and isn’t cause for concern. However, if you notice the noise intensifying, it could mean there’s a larger problem. Humming noises that come from behind your electrical panel can mean there’s an issue with your breaker. A lot of times, this issue is due to a consistently overloaded circuit or the circuit breaker has gone bad.

3. Buzzing Circuit Breaker

If your circuit breaker experiences a buzzing or even a sizzling noise, it might mean there’s a loose or damaged wire – especially if it’s followed by sparks. It’s important to remember to never handle loose wires on your own, or you could face electric shock or electrocution. It’s best to call an electrician to replace or repair the wire for you.

4.  Buzzing Lights and Fixtures

Often times, buzzing lights and fixtures can be caused by electrical shorts or loose fixtures. However, it can also be due to the wrong voltage being used. It’s always important to make sure you’re using the correct wattage, or else your bulbs could overheat and burn out much quicker.  While it’s easy to fix loose fixtures yourself, you should never attempt to fix electrical shorts yourself.

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