Updating your Breaker Panels

If you reside in an older house or have noticed the sound of a buzz from your breaker, you should think about replacing your panel. To ensure the safety of you and your family members, it is crucial to ensure your circuit breaker is up to the latest technology and is able to meet the electrical demands of your house. A faulty or overloaded breaker can cause fire.

A lot of homes built before the 1980s were not designed to cope with the growing use of electricity in today's technology. The demand for more power can cause overloading of the older breakers box. Modern homes typically require 100- to 200-amp service. Some older homes only have 60-amp service, as, at the time, there were no electronic appliances or other devices. If you consider that a brand new house should have at minimum 100 amp services, if yours is less, it's the time to make an upgrade.

A sound that is buzzing from your panel could indicate that you are using too much electricity and the box isn't equipped to handle the load. This could be a safety risk that needs to be checked right away. It could already be the time to upgrade to better service. For you to decide, take into consideration what size you have for your house as well as the number of appliances that you use. If you want to determine precisely, you must verify the information on the nameplate of every appliance in your home.

The place of the box or breaker should be carefully considered because of the strict rules regarding the placement. We can assist you in choosing the ideal place for your breaker box.

It is essential to recognize that it isn't a home repair. This kind of work is best left to the expertise of a professional. Breaker panels can pose risky fire hazards, and it is essential to get a professional electrician to look over the panel in order to find out what is the right one in your residence. If you require a skilled electrical service, give us a call today.