Breaker Mastery

Figuring out the right size breaker for your water heater can be a head-scratcher, but don’t worry—I’ve got your back. … Read more

Does a subpanel need a main breaker? As someone who’s worked on a fair share of electrical projects, I understand … Read more

It could be brand new panel installation or simple circuit breaker replacement; when using a Square D Homeline panel, you … Read more

Many people turn off the circuit breaker when they leave the house. They could be gone for a few days … Read more

If you’re like most homeowners, your circuit breaker panel is probably crammed full of breakers. But what happens when one … Read more

Are you having trouble resetting the generator circuit breaker? If so, here’s a guide to troubleshooting your problems. Using a … Read more

If your microwave trips every time you turn it on, there’s probably a problem with the circuit breaker. Here’s how … Read more

You might know what a breaker bar is, but if you are unsure how it can be used safely and … Read more

People use circuit breakers as a protection mechanism for electrical circuits to prevent damage from current surges, but they can … Read more

Did you know that the average lifespan of a circuit breaker is around 30 to 40 years? That may seem … Read more

If your ac doesn’t work, it might need a circuit breaker reset. Here’s how to do it. Air conditioning systems … Read more

If your Minn Kota circuit breaker is not resetting after being tripped, the switch may have a problem. This article … Read more

As an electrician, I get asked a lot about what size breaker a dishwasher needs since choosing the wrong one … Read more

If you do not choose the correct circuit breaker for your mini-split, you might have several issues. It might trip … Read more

Traditional doorbells are wired to your house’s 120-volts power supply, and a transformer steps this down to the standard voltage … Read more

Protecting your home from power outages is important; a common question I get is whether a surge protector will prevent … Read more

I get this question a lot from people starting their apprenticeship journey. Every type of circuit breaker has its own … Read more

A circuit breaker prevents appliances from short-circuiting and overloading.  The AC breaker is found in your home’s breaker box. Most … Read more

Are you planning to replace your thermostat but can’t find its circuit breaker? A thermostat is on the same breaker … Read more

Breakers are needed to manage the electricity supply between various appliances effectively.  Microwaves generally require a 15 amp or 20 … Read more

If your breaker box gets wet, what should you do? Here are a few tips to help keep your home … Read more

Westinghouse is a popular brand of home automation and electric breaker panels. This post will list the various breaker types … Read more

Circuit breakers play a major role in keeping boat owners safe. Regularly maintaining and replacing them prevents damage to the … Read more

These breakers are useful for simultaneously controlling two hot wire connections from two separate circuits when it’s important to be … Read more

In this article, I will discuss the plug-on neutral breaker, its specifications, where it connects to the natural bar, and … Read more

Sometimes simple things can be complicated when it comes to your home’s electrical system. This article will examine whether you … Read more

When it comes to your breaker box, should it be warm to the touch? I answer this and go into … Read more

If you’re having trouble telling which breaker is for your hot water heater, this article is for you. Electric water … Read more

In my article below, as an electrician, ill cover if you as a landlord need to give tenants access to … Read more

If you want to stop a space heater from tripping the circuit breaker, this article will help. Most often, space … Read more

A circuit breaker can overheat for many reasons, such as electrical overloading, faulty wiring, and a weak circuit breaker. But … Read more

If your breaker is overheating, you can do a few things to cool it down. However, an overheating breaker indicates … Read more

This article is for you if you’re having trouble determining which breaker turns off your home thermostat. Thermostats are normally … Read more

When it comes to pool pumps, the size of the breaker determines how much power your pump can use. Every … Read more

Double pole breakers are a common fixture in homes and businesses worldwide. But did you know that they can also … Read more

Rv ACs are notorious for tripping breakers, but there’s a good reason why. Here’s what you need to know. Here … Read more

When working on your car, it’s important to know how to turn the crankshaft. This tutorial will show you how. … Read more

Maybe you bought a Tesla Model S, X, or three recently and know you can charge it with a home … Read more

Do you want to replace a vacuum breaker but aren’t sure how to remove it without damaging it? I’ll tell … Read more

If you’re trying to find out what size circuit breaker to use for your well pump, this article is for … Read more