Circuit Breaker Services
Your electrical system is a vital component to your daily routine. From the moment you wake up to turn on the lights and begin your day, to the minute you turn them off to go to bed, your electrical system provides the power that makes all things electronic possible. With so many of your household items relying on your electrical system to power it, it is crucial to have a good working circuit breaker in place.
Circuit breakers provide a lot of advantages that a traditional fuse box cannot offer, such the ability to be reset immediately in case of tripping due to overload. However, it is important to understand that, when your circuit breaker is in need of repair, it is important to retain the services of a licensed, trained professional. Because your circuit breaker is the source of power to your electrical devices, you want to ensure that it is properly repaired and in good working order, or else the problem can grow worse, potentially damaging your breaker or electrical devices.
If your home or business currently has a circuit breaker panel, then you are already ahead of many older Pittsburgh homes that still utilize a fuse box. However, a circuit breaker, like any other major component in your home, is still subject to the wear of time and related pressures of repeated usage. At some point, your circuit breaker may need repair or replaced, at which time you can contact the experts at Hufnagel Electric, who has the superior knowledge as well as the skill set to ensure that your circuit breaker is repaired properly as well as providing a safe source of power that meets current electrical codes.
Signs that your Circuit Breaker may be in need of repair:
- Frequent tripping of breakers
- Breakers will not remain reset
- Burning smell from the panel
- Flickering lights
- Circuit breaker is hot to the touch
- Visible damage to the circuit breaker panel
If you notice any of these signs, or suspect that your circuit panel may be in need of upgrade or repair contact Hufnagel Electric immediately, where we will be happy to set up an appointment to inspect your electrical panel at your convenience.
