Top 5 issues with circuit breakers you can't afford to miss

Circuit breakers are a vital part of any electrical system, but they can also be one of the most frustrating. Here are five common issues with circuit breakers that you can't afford to miss.

Power surge electrical circuits are a serious matter and something that every electrical contractor should be concerned with. Each electrical wiring project is unique in its own way, which means that certain things can affect it more than others. This can turn electrical circuits on power walls into messy work if the electrical contractor isn't careful enough.

The following list shows the top 5 issues I've come across during my years as a contractor, and how to prevent them from occurring.

1: Number of phases

Some home power walls have three-phase circuits while some others have four-phase or more. The issue in this case is the number of phases in the circuit breaker panel box. As mentioned above, these circuits usually have three or four sockets in one single phase. The problem with this approach is that it might cause problems with the load distribution and there could be a limited number of circuits.

The solution for this issue is to use separate circuit breakers per socket outlet. This way, the load will be distributed equally between all phases and will allow an unlimited number of circuits.

2: Too much use

An electrical circuit breaker is an essential part in every home power wall . It's being used to break the connection between the main power line and the outlet, so that no short-circuits can occur. But what most people don't know is that it also works as a protector against power overload for some electrical appliances. This means that it will break the connection if the power flowing through the circuit is higher than what it can take, whether this happens because of a short-circuit or any other reason.

The issue with this is that not all circuits are being used equally by different electrical appliances around the house. Some require significantly higher power than others, and this can lead to overload in the circuit breakers. The solution would be for an Professional electrician to conduct a home inspection and see how many amps each circuit breaker takes before it breaks. Then, he'll need to come up with a plan that will allow electrical circuits to support various appliances without worries of them being overloaded.

3: Phase reversal

When a home power wall has more than one phase going to the circuit breaker panel, it's very important that the electrical wiring is done correctly. If not, there will be a change for some of its phases to cross over and reverse their polarity. When this happens, each socket outlet receives alternating current that can severely damage any electrical appliances connected to them.

The solution for this issue is for an electrician to check the entire home power wall circuit for phase reversal, and if necessary reverse the phases so that each socket outlet gets equal amount of voltage.

4: Low wiring capacity

When it comes to electrical circuits in homes, performance isn't usually an issue if the circuit breaker panel is installed by an expert. Most of the time there are also no issues with voltage drop, but low wiring capacity can still happen to some certain circuits.

The reason for this issue concerns the building itself and not the electrical wiring. Depending on its construction, it might have low-quality metal conduits that aren't enough to handle the amount of current flowing through its circuits.

The solution for this is to upgrade the home power wall metal conduits so they can carry more electricity and prevent any wiring capacity issues.

5: Overloaded circuit breaker

This is without a doubt, one of the most common issues an electrician will find on a home power wall. As mentioned earlier, a circuit breaker is an essential part of every home power wall because it protects its circuits from overload and prevents any electrical fires from starting.

The issue here is that most homes have more than one electrical appliance connected to each socket outlet on its circuits. This will lead to overloading the circuit breaker, which can result in it tripping and cutting the power for all of its circuits.

Conclusion :  If you're experiencing any of the issues we've mentioned, it's important to contact a professional right away. Issues with your circuit breaker can cause serious safety hazards in your home or office, and can also lead to expensive repairs. At EZ Eletric, we want to help make sure that your electrical system is running safely and smoothly. We offer comprehensive inspections and repairs for circuit breakers, so don't hesitate to contact us if you're experiencing problems. Thanks for reading, and be sure to stay safe around electricity!

Author Bio:- Robert Wong

Robot is a marketing manager at EZ Eletric. He has an interest in writing articles related to HVAC installation, maintenance, and repairs. The HVAC system has made our life convenient regardless of the climatic changes. Read Robot’s articles to know step-by-step installation guide for ceiling fan, smoke detector, lighting and electrical appliances in California as well as how to repair them in case of malfunctioning or breakdown.