Hawkins Electric Co: Local Electrical Contractor Serving Berwyn Heights 20740

Yes, a warm or hot electrical panel is a serious warning sign of potential overheating, a common issue we see locally. This often indicates overloaded circuits, loose connections, or outdated equipment. You should contact a licensed electrician immediately. Hawkins Electric Co can perform a comprehensive electrical inspection to diagnose the root cause, whether it's needing a panel upgrade, circuit redistribution, or repair of faulty components, to prevent a potential fire hazard.

Signs of improper grounding include frequent circuit breaker trips, tingling sensations from appliances, non-functional outlets, or damage from past power surges. Proper grounding is your home's critical safety feature, directing stray electrical current safely into the earth to prevent shocks and fires. Our electricians specialize in wire repair and system evaluations to ensure your grounding is up to current National Electrical Code standards, protecting your family and expensive electronics.

Absolutely. We provide expert generator repair to ensure you have reliable backup power. Importantly, a faulty generator or its transfer switch can back-feed power and create dangerous situations for utility workers and your home's electrical panel. During our repair service, we also inspect the connection to your main panel to ensure the automatic transfer switch is functioning correctly and safely, addressing both the immediate repair and the overall safety of your backup power system.