Your home’s electrical system is centrally controlled from one location, known as the electrical panel. The panel is made up of a bunch of switches, normally referred to as breakers. If you have to make frequent trips to this panel to reset a breaker, it’s a good indication that it may be time for repair. If, on the other hand, the service that runs through your panel is insufficient to power all of your home’s gadgets and appliances, you’re likely due for a service upgrade.

Whatever your specific situation, Patterson Electrical Service Inc. is the right choice for electrical panel services in Lombard. Our skilled technicians have many years of experience and stay up-to-date with continuing education and training. When you trust our team to handle the job, you can have peace of mind knowing that it will be completed safely and effectively.

Call (630) 834-9110 or contact us online to schedule a free estimate for electrical panel repairs and upgrades in Villa Park, Elmhurst, and surrounding areas.

Knowing when it’s time to repair anything in your home is always a great way to prevent further issues and avoid costly repair or replacement. However, when it’s your electrical panel that’s causing problems, it’s all the more essential to get the issue resolved immediately. For this reason, it’s good to be aware of any irregular activity that could indicate you have an issue with your electrical panel.

Common warning signs that your electrical panel needs repair include:

• Your circuit breakers will often trip
• The lights often dim or flicker in and out
• You can smell a burning or smoky odor
• The outlets and switches look charred or discolored
• The outlets sometimes spark

If you’re wondering if the electricians at Patterson Electrical Service Inc. are capable of handling the particular electrical panel issue you’re dealing with, the answer is yes. Rest assured, there’s no problem too complex for us to handle.

We regularly repair all types of electrical panel problems, including:

• Corroded panels
• Breakers and fuses that are oversized or undersized
• Absent or damaged handle ties between breaker switches
• Double taps, where multiple wires are directly connected to only one lug
• Improper interior bonding
• Oversized breakers or fuses

Your electrical panel’s ability to power numerous devices at one time is dependant on the amperage of your service. Homes of the past were usually able to be powered by a 100-amp service. However, many homes of today require a larger service – ranging anywhere from a 200 to 400-amp service, depending on the size of the household and how many electronics are operating simultaneously. Having an electrical service that’s too small can lead to a variety of problems, from flickering lights to tripped breakers.

By allowing Patterson Electrical Services Inc. to upgrade your electrical panel, you’ll have all the power you need to maintain the flow of energy to all your various equipment. Your electrical panel will no longer be overloaded, so you can enjoy uninterrupted use of your HVAC system, water heater, power tools, and more.