Circuit Breaker Replacement and Repair in Houston, TX

It may be annoying when your circuit breaker trips and shuts off electricity in part of your home, but it actually serves an important purpose. Circuit breakers shut off automatically when it detects a dangerous electrical issue. The issue could be a short or overloaded circuit. Or, it could be any number of other reasons.

 

The point is that it serves as a warning signal. If the breakers are tripping in your Houston, TX home, it’s probably time to call an electrician to determine if your breaker box requires repair or replacement.

Does my circuit breaker need repair or replacement?

If your breakers are tripping at all, it’s a good bet something’s amiss. But there are a few things you can check on your own.

 

First, you can turn off any appliances on a breaker that has tripped. Unplug all devices plugged into the circuit, then firmly flip the breaker off and then back on again. Then, plug one of the smaller appliances to see if the breaker trips again.

 

If the breaker trips again with just a small load on the circuit, then chances are there’s a short circuit or perhaps another type of problem with the wiring. If the breaker doesn’t trip with just a small appliance, plug in more appliances.

 

If the breaker doesn’t trip until you’ve plugged many appliances in, the circuit is likely overloading. A solution for that would be to add an appliance circuit or two for your larger appliances. Upgrading your electrical panel is another option.

 

Your circuit breaker may also simply be outdated. Newer circuit breakers are better designed to sense electrical problems.

 

An experienced and licensed electrician can help you determine the best solution for your needs.

 

What are some other electrical upgrades that my Houston home might need?

If you own your home for a fair amount of time or if you’ve purchased an older home, your home’s circuit breakers will likely need repair or replacement at some point. Your Houston home should be brought up to code to ensure the integrity of your home’s electrical system.

 

Here are some common repairs and replacements regarding your electric panel:

 

• Upgrading an older fuse box to a circuit breaker
• Replacing a breaker that is no longer working correctly
• Replacing a melted or scorched breaker switch
• Adding GFCI or AFCI circuit breakers
• Replacing breakers that feel warm or hot to the touch
• Addressing hissing, humming, and popping noises coming from an electrical panel
• Correcting code violations

 

In addition, there may be other repairs and replacements that may be needed in other parts of your home’s electrical system. These include correcting common problems like:

 

• Broken electrical outlets
• Not enough outlets
• Old wiring
• Ungrounded receptacles
• Loose plugs
• Sparks coming from outlets
• Flickering lights
• Poor lighting within your home

 

Any type of dysfunction with your home’s electrical system can cause a fire or wear out your appliances and devices. That’s why it’s so important to address issues sooner rather than later.

The Takeaway

Any electrical repair or replacement, whether it involves a circuit breaker or something else, requires an experienced professional’s skill and knowledge. Illuminations Lighting Design has been a top provider of electrical services in the Houston, TX area for 40 years.

 

All of our electrical services meet the requirements of the latest National Electrical Code regulations. Our licensed electricians will ensure the safety and integrity of your circuit breaker and electrical system. You can be assured of the highest quality work when you have one of our technicians come out to your home.

 

We serve the Greater Houston area and beyond, including The Woodlands, Cypress, Katy, and Kingwood.

 

Time is of the essence when it comes to circuit breaker repairs and replacements. Avoiding the inevitable only puts your property at risk as well as the lives of your family.

 

Contact the team at Illuminations Lighting Design today to schedule an appointment.