<p>Minor electrical repairs involve simple fixes like replacing switches, outlets, or light fixtures, and tightening loose connections, but <strong>always prioritize safety by turning off power at the breaker</strong>. Common tasks include fixing flickering lights (loose bulbs), dealing with dead switches, or addressing loose outlets, but anything involving complex wiring or significant system issues requires a qualified electrician due to risks like shocks and fires.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Common Minor Repairs You Might Do (With Caution)</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Loose Bulbs:</strong> Tighten bulbs in lamps or fixtures to fix flickering.</li><li><strong>Battery Replacements:</strong> For smoke detectors, remotes, and small electronics.</li><li><strong>Tightening Loose Outlets/Switches:</strong> Turn off power, remove cover, tighten screws, push back in, and test (replace if still loose).</li><li><strong>Replacing Switches/Outlets:</strong> Turn off power, use a voltage tester, disconnect wires, connect to new device, and reassemble.</li><li><strong>Installing Light Fixtures:</strong> Simple "like-for-like" replacements.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Signs You Need a Professional Electrician</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Burning smells or buzzing sounds</strong> from outlets or switches.</li><li><strong>Hot switch plates or outlets</strong>.</li><li><strong>Frequent breaker trips</strong> or blown fuses.</li><li><a href="https://www.google.com/search?sca_esv=6cb7a2be6a98ef63&amp;q=Sparks&amp;source=lnms&amp;fbs=AIIjpHyYzEGkr-KkdhTNDsbGd11PfMCIS5BCXbaQBnEVIDmSUQ0d4l4fW9kVv_oamMFYN4hl-11tD7rMIw3eDnmrwLPxa2QAJkRaiBlQiaSF-n3IhNcakLod22HlZ1RNe5VsrJspsAvS2WQXmjLbI06HJNBd3NH9oGNu3hgpY4v5GMThNaUWRWHY4LAq-duh0Vz-ozDqRl6mA8nGG8CBxXxpvkuDajSWWtQXxaQLWixU-Eysen-ayhI&amp;sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiXh-CQ2_KRAxVlSWwGHV6VBgIQgK4QegQIBRAH&amp;biw=1366&amp;bih=607&amp;dpr=1&amp;mstk=AUtExfBwqxc6VTMu4RLxWqF4WmQCvTZcb9EKu7kIwTSXXWzyYQm5oPEQX1yyXeApR3AJ9n8f5_pOoKPMRD59B5mw6LGN4FAUcoPpkUvt-7wSN9Ru8odaH1jE4ex1sie4K-YL589TsWBCrPUsYoKQDngU7bWQN_YBPtl6doZRL3Jg1JHzFmyq1qQ1odtMEVCB67BNsk6M&amp;csui=3"><strong>Sparks</strong></a> from outlets.</li><li><strong>Outlets that are dead</strong> or not working.</li><li><strong>Any complex wiring</strong>, overloaded circuits, or major system changes.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Safety First!</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Always turn off the circuit breaker</strong> before touching any wires.</li><li><strong>Use a voltage tester</strong> to confirm power is off.</li><li><strong>When in doubt, call a pro</strong>; serious electrical work is dangerous.</li></ul>