Posts Tagged ‘electrical panel’
Why do circuit breakers commonly trip?
A circuit breaker tripping means that it has detected a faulty condition and automatically shuts off to prevent the wiring from overheating and potentially catching on fire. While this is a great safety measure, it can still be frustrating to have your electric circuits shut off. Let’s take a look at a few common causes.…
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Should you replace your electrical panel? This isn’t something that comes up to most homeowners minds unless they’re having an electrical problem that affects day-to-day activities. But it’s always better to prevent problems before they start. Electrical Panels 101 As you’re probably aware, the electrical panel is also known as a switch box, and is…
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