Articles about Circuit Breaker Questions

How to Solve the Problem of Tripping Circuit Breakers

How to Identify the Electrical Circuit Requirements and Updating the Electrical Service. How can I fix a Tripping Circuit Breaker Problem?

Question – 200 Amp Main Circuit Breaker Tripping – Part 1

My 200 amp main electrical circuit breaker trips. Should I replace it?

Question – 200 Amp Main Circuit Breaker Tripping – Part 3

My 200 amp main electrical circuit breaker trips. Should I replace it?

Question – 200 Amp Main Circuit Breaker Tripping – Part 2

My 200 amp main electrical circuit breaker trips. Should I replace it?

How to Add a Light Fixture

Can I tie into an existing light fixture to add a new one?

Why Does My GFI Circuit Not Have Power?

My GFI Circuit Does Not Have Power: GFI Circuit Problem.

Question – Does a 240 Volt Light Fixture Require a 2-Pole Circuit Breaker?

See why installing a 240 volt circuit without a 2-pole circuit breaker poses a hazard.

Question – Home with Electrical Overload – Part 1

This 100 year old home is having some electrical issues.

Question – Home with Electrical Overload – Part 2

This 100 year old home continues to have power outages. Now we discover a moisture problem.

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Please Note:
Unless otherwise posted, please refer to the following Guidelines when working on Electrical Projects:

Skill Level:
Intermediate to Advanced - Electrical Repairs and Circuit Wiring is Best Performed by a Certified Electrician or Licensed Electrical Contractor.

Electrical Tools Required:
Basic Electricians Pouch of Hand Tools, a Voltage Tester and a Multi Meter.

Estimated Time:
Depends on personal level experience, ability to work with tools, work with electrical wiring, and the available access to the project area.

Precaution:
Identify the project circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.

Important:
Modifying existing electrical circuits or installing additional electrical wiring should be done according to local and National Electrical Codes, with a permit and be inspected.