Circuit Breaker Installation & Repair
Circuit breakers are safety devices that protect your home's electrical wiring from damage caused by excess current. Each breaker monitors the electrical flow through a specific circuit—a group of outlets, lights, or appliances connected by the same wiring run. When current exceeds the circuit's rated capacity, the breaker "trips" and cuts power before wires overheat and cause fires.
What This Service Includes
Circuit breakers fail in two dangerous ways. They may trip constantly—nuisance tripping that disrupts your daily routine and indicates underlying electrical issues. Or worse, they may fail to trip when they should, allowing wires to overheat and creating serious fire hazards invisible until it's too late.
Circuit breaker installation involves either replacing existing breakers that have failed or adding new breakers to power additional circuits. D & D Electric uses amp clamp meters, thermal imaging, and systematic testing to determine why your breaker malfunctions—whether the issue is the breaker itself, the circuit wiring, or connected equipment.
D & D Electric provides comprehensive circuit breaker services: diagnosing why existing breakers malfunction, replacing failed breakers with exact-match replacements, adding new circuits for equipment that requires dedicated power, and upgrading breakers to arc-fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs) or ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) where code requires them.
Signs You Need This Service
| Sign | What It Indicates | Urgency |
|---|---|---|
| Breaker trips occasionally under heavy load | Circuit operating near capacity | Low - monitor, schedule if frequent |
| Breaker trips repeatedly regardless of load | Failing breaker or wiring problem | Moderate - schedule within 2 weeks |
| Breaker won't reset | Internal mechanism failure | Moderate - schedule within 1 week |
| Buzzing or humming from breaker | Loose connection or failing component | High - schedule within days |
| Burning smell near panel | Overheating, arcing, or melting insulation | Critical - call immediately |
| Breaker feels hot to touch | Excessive current or failing mechanism | Critical - call immediately |
| Visible damage, scorch marks, melting | Active electrical fault | Critical - cut main power, call immediately |
Our Process
- 1
Diagnosis
Amp clamp meters and thermal imaging determine why your breaker trips—overload, wiring problem, or equipment issue.
- 2
Recommendation
Honest options: sometimes a $40 breaker fixes it, sometimes you need a new circuit.
- 3
Repair or Installation
Exact-match breakers compatible with your panel. New circuits with proper wire sizing.
- 4
Testing and Verification
Test under actual load conditions. AFCI/GFCI trip testing included.
Benefits of Professional Service
Accurate Diagnosis Saves Money
Find the actual cause—overload, short circuit, ground fault, or failing breaker. Pay only for repairs that work.
Code-Compliant Installation
AFCI protection for bedrooms, GFCI for wet areas. Proper wire sizing for each circuit.
Safety From Electrical Hazards
Correct breaker sizes prevent wire overheating. Proper installation eliminates arc and fire risks.
Why Choose D & D Electric
| What We Provide | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Accurate Diagnosis | We find the real cause, not just obvious symptoms |
| Licensed Master Electrician | Gary DiPietro's 38 years of experience guides every diagnosis |
| Same-Day Service | Breaker problems often can't wait—we prioritize urgent calls |
| 1-Year Labor Guarantee | If our repair doesn't hold, we fix it free |
| Honest Recommendations | We fix what needs fixing—nothing more, nothing less |
| Exact-Match Breakers | We source compatible breakers, not whatever's cheapest |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my breaker keep tripping?
How much does circuit breaker replacement cost?
Can I replace a circuit breaker myself?
What's the difference between GFCI and AFCI breakers?
Do I need a new circuit or just a larger breaker?
How do I know if my breaker is bad or just tripping?
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