What Is An Electric Panel?
Electric panels are an important part of the home or business electrical system. The panel can be called: breaker box, electric box, electric board, breaker board, or service. The names all describe the same thing. Electricity from a utility company comes into the home electric panel that controls the flow of power through circuits around the home. An electrical panel is a metal box with a metal door and can be in a variety of locations around the home. In newer homes, it’s probably in the garage or outside. in older homes, it may be in a closet or room. You should know where your panel is, and know how to operate it in case of an emergency.
Panels have breakers attached to each circuit regulating the amount of electricity or AMPS. If a problem arises the breaker will trip. Lightning strikes, power surges, and overloaded circuits stop the flow of power. Electricity can be restored by flipping the breaker. If more than one breaker turned off, restart them one at a time to enable electricity to move throughout the circuit again. The trained electricians at True Light Electric can help you identify the cause of losing power.
You may consider replacing a panel if it is pre-1960s with fuses or a breaker type panel older than 15 years. Replace the panel if there is corrosion or rust visible anywhere on the panel or panel cover. Identify the brand of your panel and look at the breakers. Don’t use different brands of breakers-look for different manufacturer labels. Using a circuit breaker from another manufacturer is not safe. Some panels are no longer manufactured and should be replaced. Your True Light technician will recommend a new panel if your panel brand and breakers have been known to fail.
The electrical panel is the heart of any electrical system and can prevent serious damage and protect against hazards. The professionals at True Light electricians replace panels regularly and use only the highest grade equipment. Contact us today if you have any questions about your electrical panel.
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