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Home Electrical Issues in Bucharest: What to Check and When to Call a Pro

  • Razvan Popa
  • Dec 22, 2025
  • 3 min read

Updated: 14 hours ago

Living in a vibrant city like Bucharest—whether in a charming interwar building in the Center or a modern complex in Pipera—comes with its own set of electrical challenges. While the "Do It Yourself" (DIY) trend is popular, electricity is the one area where a small mistake can lead to a fire or a dangerous shock.


At Workraft, we believe your home should be a sanctuary, not a source of electrical anxiety. This guide helps you identify common issues and, more importantly, tells you when it’s time to put down the screwdriver and call an authorized expert.


Replacing a flickering light bulb
You can easily replace a flickering light bulb with a new, higher-quality one. This is often the solution for a light bulb that is not working properly.

The "Safe" DIY List: What You Can Check Yourself


Before calling an electrician, there are a few basic things you can safely investigate without touching live wires:


  • The "Tripped" Breaker: If your power goes out, check the electrical panel. If a switch is down, flip it back up once. If it trips again immediately, stop. You have a short circuit or an overload that needs professional diagnosis.


  • The Appliance Test: If a toaster or kettle stops working, try it in a different outlet. Often, the problem lies with the appliance, not your home's wiring.


  • LED Upgrades: Replacing old incandescent bulbs with LEDs is a safe and effective way to lower your electricity bill and reduce the heat load on old Bucharest wiring.


The "Red Flags": When DIY Becomes Dangerous


In many Bucharest apartments, the wiring is still made of aging aluminum. This material becomes brittle over time and is a major fire hazard.


Call Workraft immediately if you notice:


  • Warm Outlets: If a plug feels hot to the touch, it’s a sign of a loose connection or an overloaded circuit.


  • The "Sizzling" Sound: Hearing a faint buzzing or crackling behind a wall? That is the sound of an electrical arc, which can ignite insulation in seconds.


  • Flickering Lights: This isn't just an annoyance; it often indicates a faulty neutral wire or a loose connection in a junction box—problems that require specialized testing equipment.


  • Burning Smells: An "ozone" or plastic-burning smell is an emergency. Turn off your main breaker and call us right away.


Why Professionals Choose Workraft for Electrical Repairs Bucharest


We don't just "fix wires." We provide peace of mind for homeowners and the expat community in Bucharest.


  • ANRE Standards & Safety: We follow the strict Romanian I7/2011 regulations, ensuring every electrical repairs in Bucharest, done by us, is legal and safe.



  • Modern Diagnostics: We use professional multimeters and thermal imaging to find hidden faults that a general handyman might miss.


  • Accountability: Every job comes with a fiscal invoice and a 12-month warranty on our workmanship.


Specialized Services for New Rentals


Just moved into a new apartment in Bucharest? Don't take the previous tenant's word for it. Workraft offers Electrical Safety Audits for expats and new homeowners.


We check:


  1. Grounding Integrity: Crucial for your safety in bathrooms and kitchens.


  1. Panel Capacity: Ensuring your old wiring can handle modern appliances like AC units and electric boilers.


  1. Circuit Mapping: Knowing exactly which breaker controls which room.



Safety Over Savings


Saving a few hundred lei on a DIY repair is never worth the risk of an electrical fire. When it comes to your home’s "nervous system," trust the experts who combine technical skill with professional customer service.


Don't stay in the dark. Let Workraft handle it.



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