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A quick scan of your electrical system, and you will notice a few issues that need remedying. Some require easy fixes, while others could use an electrician. Below are these pertinent issues.

Exposed wires

Never ignore exposed wires regardless of whether it is outside or inside your home. Exposed wires expose your home, children and pets to electrocution and fire. Your kids might play with the exposed wires, not knowing that it is dangerous. If you spot exposed wires in your home, don't hesitate to call an electrician for emergency repairs. 

Buzzing sounds 

Do you often hear buzzing sounds when you turn on your lights, switch on the sockets or connect your appliances? If yes, contact an electrician to get that fixed. The buzzing sound could be due to improper installation, breaker issues or loose connections. 

It is hard to verify the cause without checking out the source. Ideally, this should be conducted by an electrician for safety reasons. This way, you can avoid the risks and problems such as shoddy installation or connections. 

Sparking outlets 

Are your electrical outlets sparking every time you attempt to connect electrical appliances? What is the colour of the sparks? Is it blue? If it is blue, that is normal, but contact a licensed electrician for further investigation if it is yellow, white or any other colour. 

Typically, power outlets spark due to contacting water, overloading or short-circuiting. If it is overloading, you can fix it by unplugging some appliances. Additionally, you can ask the electrician to add more power outlets. Other issues that cause sparking include improper installations or wear and tear. 

Outlets that don't function

Does your home or garage have outlets and switches that don't function? If yes, contact a licensed electrician for electrical repairs. Some outlets and switches will be replaced due to aging, while others will resume normal function after a few fixes. 

Malfunctioning electrical appliances

Electricians can do more than just rewire homes, fix light bulbs or repair electrical outlets. They can also repair electrical appliances such as your washing machine, television, and refrigerator. Contact a licensed electrician for electrical repairs if your electrical appliances break down. 

Keep in mind that electricians can't necessarily fix all the broken electrical appliances in your home. Some may require other professionals. For example, HVAC problems are best fixed by HVAC contractors. 

Therefore, contact your local electrician and ask whether they can help with your electrical repair. If not, they will likely recommend another professional who can.