Art's Electric Service | Trusted Electrical Repair in Charleston, IL

Overheated outlets in older Charleston homes are often a sign of overloaded circuits, loose wiring, or outdated components that can't handle modern electrical demands. Our detailed electrical inspection identifies the root cause—whether it's faulty wiring, a poor connection, or an overloaded circuit—so we can make the precise repair needed to eliminate the fire hazard and restore safe, reliable power to your outlets.

For Charleston homes with backup generators, our inspection thoroughly tests your automatic transfer switch (ATS) to ensure it will operate safely and seamlessly during a power outage. We check for proper installation, secure connections, correct amperage ratings, and that it fully disconnects from the utility grid—a critical safety step to prevent backfeed. This proactive service gives you confidence your generator will power your home safely when you need it most.

Absolutely. Many generator transfer switch issues stem from infrequent use and exposure to the elements. Our preventive inspection tests the switch's mechanical operation, cleans corrosion from contacts, and verifies all safety protocols are functional. For Charleston residents, this regular check-up is the best way to avoid being caught off guard by a switch failure during a storm or outage, ensuring your backup power system is always ready.