Circuit breakers have proven to be a much better option than the older fuses that were a staple in many older homes in Jupiter Island, Jupiter, Manalapan, Palm Beach, Riviera Beach, Wellington, FL, and the surrounding areas. However, just like everything else, circuit breakers and even breaker panels will only last so long before they need to be replaced. This is not something that should be done by just anyone, so bring in the professionals from Freshwater & Son’s Electric. Doing a breaker panel replacement is needed due to a variety of reasons, from running out of space in an existing breaker panel to strange noises coming from the panel to burning odors and more. Don’t take chances with your electrical supply, contact our team today for quality electrical service.
Age Is a Number Worth Remembering
When it comes to your breaker panel, the age of the equipment can be important to remember. As equipment ages it slowly breaks down and can’t handle the loads and stresses that it once could when it was new. While breaker panels typically have a lifespan of 20 to 30 years, it is not uncommon for our team to encounter a breaker panel that is much older. These older panels are also typically smaller because when they were first installed, we didn’t have as much electrical demand or devices that needed to be charged.
Safety risks increase with age as well. However, even newer installations can sometimes have issues. If you touch your breaker panel and find it to be hot to the touch, this is a sign that you need electrical service right away and might need a breaker panel replacement. Odd noises that are coming from your electrical panel, as well as odors such as burning need to be checked out right away.
Constant Breaker Tripping
When you overload a circuit, the breaker is designed to trip, or turn off. This is a safety feature to keep your breaker panel from overloading and starting a fire. But if you find that your circuit breakers are tripping much more frequently, this can be a sign that you need a breaker panel replacement to upgrade your equipment. A larger breaker panel allows for circuits to be split and to make things much more safe and reliable.
As your home and electrical equipment age, it is important to have things inspected regularly. If your breaker panel in your home in Jupiter Island, Jupiter, Manalapan, Palm Beach, Riviera Beach, Wellington, FL, and the surrounding areas is more than 25 years old, you should consider having your breaker panel replaced and even having a larger panel installed with room for future expansion or circuit splitting. Contact us at Freshwater & Son’s Electric today for all of your electrical needs.