The True Price of Cheap Electrical Work

January 17, 2019

Electrical repairs and upgrades can be expensive, and it can be tempting to pass on professional handiwork and attempt DIY electrical projects. Even if you are a DIY pro when it comes to crafting and home projects, attempting electrical work yourself is always a bad idea.

While you might feel like you are saving yourself some extra money, you are actually putting yourself and your home at risk. You also increase the likelihood that your electrical system will need further repairs in the future to fix rookie mistakes. That means a simple, relatively low-cost replacement or repair can quickly become a very expensive problem.

At Buzz Electrical, we always encourage our customers to rely on licensed and trained professionals for their electrical projects. The true price of cheap electrical work is found in this list of potential dangers.

1. Electrocution Risks

Unlike other DIY projects around the home, electrical work can be extremely dangerous. If you stub your toe or hammer your thumb while installing new cabinets, all you need is a band-aid. If you electrocute yourself while installing a new light fixture, you will take a trip to the hospital (or much worse). Don’t risk your life to save a few bucks.

2. Electrical Fire Hazards

It only takes one stray spark to start an electrical fire that destroys your home. When you attempt to work with electrical wiring yourself without any professional training, you are risking your own life, your property, and your family. Don’t let a simple mistake like faulty wiring change the course of your life forever.

3. Potential Future Repairs

Even if you do mange to avoid electrocution and house fires with your DIY electrical work, that does not necessarily mean it was done correctly. It is much easier (and less expensive) for an electrician to do work correctly the first time than it is for him to fix your DIY mistakes.

4. Electrical Code Violations

Another risk you face when you complete cheap electrical work without any professional assistance is electrical code violations. Licensed electricians are experts in the NFPA National Electrical Code Handbook and stay on top of updates each year. If your electrical system violates code, you will decrease the resale value of your home until you fix the problem.

Are you still considering DIY for cheap electrical work?

If this list of life-threatening and expensive problems that stem from DIY electrical work didn’t convince you, give us a chance to show you why professional work is better. Our team of electricians is committed to customer service and quality workmanship—guaranteed.

Call us today for a quote on your next electrical repair or installation. You might be surprised at how fair and affordable the pricing can be. No matter how tempting cheap electrical work can be, professional experience will guarantee a job well done the first time, every time.

Family-owned and operated Buzz Electrical is Fayetteville’s leading electrical company! If you need any electrical repairs or electrical upgrades in your Arkansas home, we are here to help. Give us a call at (479) 267-2899.