A flaw of light can happen unexpectedly and leave the whole house dark. Between looking for a flashlight and trying to understand what is going on, there is a simple check that should be done before resorting to the power distributor. According to the Iberdrola energy company, the identification of the origin of the problem is essential to realize whether responsibility is internal or external.
Electrical installation
One of the most common reasons for running out of light at home is related to the electrical installation. Consuming more power than the contractor can lead the circuit breaker to automatically fire to protect the network. According to the same source, also faults linked to the differential switch, responsible for detecting currently deriving problems to the earth, can lead to immediate cuts.
In these cases, the first recommended action is to verify the electricity framework. If any switch is down, it must be raised. If it remains on and the energy returns, the problem is resolved. But if the switch falls again, it may indicate a short circuit or malfunction that requires more detailed attention.
DISTRIBUIDORA INTERRUPTIONS
The origin of the blackout is not always indoors. According to the same source, failures in the distributor’s power grid can affect a building, a neighborhood or even an entire city. These situations can result from weather phenomena, tree falls, overloads, or central problems.
When this happens, the options are limited: wait for the supply to be replaced or contact the power distributor. It writes to Iberdrola that if the interruption lasts for several hours, it is important to check appliances such as refrigerators and frozers, removing foods that may have started defrosting.
Precautions during the blackout
The publication adds that there are recommended security measures whenever an electric failure occurs. Look for a lantern from batteries instead of candles, keep the refrigerator closed, turn off the equipment to avoid overloads in the return of the energy and not climb stairs in the dark are some of them. Special attention should be given to children and the elderly, who must remain safe until the situation normalizes.
It is also advised to check that neighboring buildings are dark. If they have light, it means that the problem is restricted to the installation of their own home or building.
Energy peaks and compensation
Meteorological conditions can cause energy peaks and damage to appliances. It states that, through specific protection services, it is possible to rely on repairs without travel costs and labor coverage in certain situations.
Regarding prolonged cuts, the same source explains that there is the right to compensation whenever the failure does not result from serious environmental phenomena, previously notified works or cases of force majeure. The amount is calculated as a function of time without supply or the number of registered interruptions, being paid in the first quarter of the following year.
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