3ara Electric - Burlingame's Local Electrical Contractor

An overheating meter is a serious safety concern often indicating an overloaded system or faulty connections. For Burlingame homes, this can stem from outdated wiring unable to handle modern appliance loads. We recommend you stop using high-demand appliances immediately and call us for an urgent electrical inspection. Our expert will assess your panel, meter base, and main service wiring to identify the cause and recommend a solution, such as a panel upgrade or service wire replacement, to restore safe operation.

Absolutely. Frequent attic short circuits in Burlingame are commonly caused by old, brittle wiring, rodent damage, or insulation compromising connections. This is a fire hazard. Our process involves a detailed inspection of your attic wiring to locate the damaged section. We then safely repair or replace the compromised wires, ensuring they are properly insulated and secured. We can also upgrade the circuit breaker protecting that circuit to the correct amperage, providing a long-term fix for your home's safety.

Yes, it's an excellent opportunity for a holistic upgrade. Adding an EV charger significantly increases your home's electrical load. For many Burlingame homes, this can push an older panel past its limits, contributing to issues like overheating. Our EV charging station installation service includes assessing your entire system's capacity. We often recommend upgrading your main electrical panel and modernizing key wiring during the installation. This not only powers your charger safely but also resolves underlying capacity issues, improving reliability for all your home's circuits and preventing future problems.