How to Replace a Circuit Breaker in Your Home’s Electrical Panel

There are a few reasons why a circuit breaker trips. Most commonly, it is due to a wiring or grounding problem. Another possibility is that it gets overloaded. Each circuit breaker carries a specific amperage rating, which could get overworked, and then the breaker trips to protect the circuit. Occasionally, however, fuses may just wear down. This is usually caused by the breaker tripping too often, wearing down its internal switch. Power spikes and lightning hits may easily overload the fuse, and water damage can destroy it. Regardless of what is the reason, when the time comes for you to replace a circuit breaker in your home’s electrical panel, you should take all the necessary safety precautions. Preparation Before you begin, you need to identify the brand, type and size of the...