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What is an electrical panel?

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What is an electrical panel? They are often called switch boxes , circuit boxes , or circuit breaker boards. Most electrical enclosures are steel boxes located inside the house, garage, or basement. Panels for outdoor equipment are often found outside. In this box are enclosed the switches of the electrical system of the houses which are the main electricity distribution point. Their main purpose is to control the amount of energy that passes through each electrical circuit inside the house to avoid serious dangers and protect expensive appliances. Each circuit is connected to a switch located inside the box which ensures a safe amount of electricity flowing through the house at all times. CALL TODAY AT  877-209-4139 ! What does a switch panel do? Electrical panels are used to add a level of safety to your home or office. When dealing with the living energy flowing into the home, some dangerous problems can arise. Things like electrical fires and power surges can be life-t...

ARE YOU READY FOR AN ELECTRICAL UPGRADE?

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Depending on the age of your home, you may need an electrical upgrade . The number of appliances and devices people use has steadily increased in recent years, and your existing wiring may not be adequate for either safety or convenience. Signs that you may need an upgrade include: Frequent circuit breaker tripping. If one or more circuit breakers trip when electrical loads are higher, you may be overloading that particular circuit. A circuit breaker that trips when using a hair dryer or other device that draws a lot of power may be inadequate. Electrical switch failure is less common, but it does happen. Your electrician can assess the condition of the breaker. Insufficient outlets Excessive use of power strips or extension cords indicates that you may not have enough electrical outlets in a particular room. Current electrical codes require one outlet for every 12 feet of wall space. Most wiring is six feet long, and this outlet requirement eliminates many safety hazards. Cal...