10 Common Electrical Faults in Johannesburg Homes ⚡ (These Are Serious Fire Risks)
These are the most dangerous electrical faults we repair daily across Johannesburg. If you see, smell, or hear any of these — switch off power immediately.
⚠️ URGENT SAFETY WARNING
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1. Constant Tripping Power
Overloaded circuits or wiring faults. Repeated tripping = fire warning.
2. Burning Smell From Plugs or DB Board
Melting insulation or loose wiring. Switch off power immediately.
3. Sparking Sockets
Arcing is extremely dangerous and a major fire starter.
4. Flickering or Dimming Lights
Loose connections or voltage drops — often a wiring issue.
5. Overheating or Buzzing DB Board
Loose breakers or overloaded circuits. Needs urgent inspection.
6. Dead Plugs or Dead Rooms
Broken circuits or burnt connectors behind walls.
7. Downlights Constantly Blowing
Transformer faults or overheating ceiling insulation.
8. Day/Night Switch Not Working
Faulty sensor or wiring causing lights to stay on/off.
9. Geyser Element Not Heating
Burnt element or faulty thermostat — dangerous with water.
10. Prepaid Meter Not Registering Power
Wiring faults or DB issues causing incorrect readings.