A breaker that trips once in a while may simply mean you’ve plugged too many things into the same circuit. But if it continues to happen, it’s worth investigating.
Some common causes include:
Too much load on one circuit: Space heaters, kettles, microwaves and other high-powered appliances can easily overload a circuit.
A faulty appliance: Sometimes the problem isn’t your electrical system at all! A damaged appliance or cord can cause the breaker to trip instead.
A short circuit or wiring problem: Loose or damaged wiring can cause repeated tripping and should be checked by a licensed electrician.
A worn-out breaker: Breakers don’t last forever! Sometimes the breaker itself is the problem.
Do not keep resetting a breaker that repeatedly trips! It’s doing its job by shutting off power when it detects a problem.
If you’re having ongoing breaker issues in your home in the Halifax area, reach out to Totally Electric today! We can troubleshoot the problem and let you know what actually needs to be fixed - without making it more complicated than it needs to be.