Busting Electrical Myths: What Homeowners Should Know

Most homeowners think a tripping breaker means something is broken.
Most of the time, that breaker is actually saving your house from a fire.

In this video, we bust 3 common electrical myths we hear every week as residential electricians:

🔌 Why breakers trip even when you’re “not using anything”
🔌 Why a breaker won’t reset and what you’re probably doing wrong
🔌 Whether you really need a 200-amp service upgrade just to add circuits

Understanding these myths can save you thousands of dollars, prevent unsafe DIY fixes, and help you know when to call a professional.

If you’re a homeowner and want straight answers without sales pressure, this one’s for you.

👇 Have a question? Drop it in the comments and we may cover it in the next myth-busting video.

Takeaways:
-My breaker is not bad if it keeps tripping; it's doing its job.
-Breakers need to be turned off completely before resetting.
-You may not need to upgrade your service just for more space.
-Adding tandem breakers can help create more room in your panel.
-Sub panels can be a solution for additional circuits.
-Older panels may not meet today's electrical demands.
-Understanding your power usage is crucial before upgrading.
-Electrical upgrades require careful consideration of costs and needs.
-Diagnosing electrical issues can prevent unnecessary repairs.
-Homeowners should be informed about their electrical systems.

0:00 – Electrical Myth Busting: Bad Breakers Explained
0:28 – Myth #1: “My Breaker Is Bad Because It Keeps Tripping”
1:12 – What a Tripping Breaker Is Actually Telling You
2:02 – Overload vs Short vs Ground Fault (Simple Explanation)
2:55 – Myth #2: “My Breaker Won’t Reset”
3:25 – How to Properly Reset a Tripped Breaker
4:15 – Why You Shouldn’t Keep Resetting Breakers
4:55 – Myth #3: “I Need a Service Upgrade Because I’m Out of Space”
5:25 – Quick Recap & What to Do Next


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