TOO FEW OUTLETS
Licensed Commercial Electricians in Ottawa
If you need more outlets than are installed in your home or office, don’t try to increase the usage with extension cords. An overloaded power outlet will increase the risk of electrocution and fire. Circuit breakers will be tripped more often
electrical problems

Circuit breaker problems

Electrical shocks

Hot ceiling fixtures

Flickering lights

Light switches or electrical outlets are not working

Burning odor or sparks

Overlamping

Uncovered Junction Box

Too Few Outlets

No GFCIs

Overwired Panel

Aluminum Wiring

Plug Falls Out of Receptacle

Sags And Dips In Power

Circuit Breaker Tripping Frequently

Electrical Problems

Backstabbed Wires

Ungrounded Receptacles

Knob and Tube

Circuit Overload

High Electrical Bill

Lights Too Bright Or Dim
Items that generate heat like hair dryers, space heaters, toasters, etc. should always be plugged directly into an outlet and not through a power strip or extension cord.
Power strips and extension cords have value but only for short term use. The best way to get access more electricity is to have a licensed electrician install more outlets. It is possible that the current breaker or electric panel is not sufficient to handle the additional power and the electrician should address that issue as well.
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