It has happened to just about everyone who owns a television — you are enjoying your favorite show or movie when something happens to the picture or sound. Help yourself stay calm the next time this occurs by learning about three of the most common TV repair issues and what you can do about them. While some issues require professional servicing, others are quick fixes that have you back on the couch enjoying television once again:

3 Common TV Repairs

1. Vertical or Horizontal Lines on the Screen

Vertical or horizontal lines on your television screen are usually because of an input issue. Check the wiring to see if anything has loosened. If all of your wires are in place, the problem may be as simple as a bad channel. See if other channels are working — if not, you may be dealing with a faulty cable box or a pixel issue. Another potential cause is loose wires and circuits within the appliance that create lines when the television heats up, cools down, or is moved. Professional servicing is always recommended for internal issues.

2. No Sound

Lack of sound could mean your TV was accidentally switched to SAP mode and requires a menu setting change that puts the audio back to a stereo, standard, or normal setting. Input problems are another possible explanation, so be sure to check your wiring for loose connections. If your menu settings are correct and the wires are secure, you are probably looking at an internal connection problem that requires professional TV repair.

3. No Power

Your television may turn off if it’s exposed to water. This requires professional TV repair since water and electricity is a dangerous, if not fatal, combination. Loose wiring could yet again be the culprit, or a similar issue such as a tripped circuit breaker or a power strip that was accidentally turned off. Another possible cause is a television that has a timer that automatically switches off and simply requires turning it on again. The most common power issue requiring professional TV repair is a blown fuse.
 

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