What to Do if Your Microwave Keeps Tripping the Breaker

Is your microwave constantly tripping the breaker? Learn the common causes and step-by-step troubleshooting tips to safely fix this issue. Protect your home from electrical hazards and get your microwave working again! In This Article: Common Causes Troubleshooting Steps 1. Identify the Affected Circuit 2. Reset the Breaker 3. Identify a Different Circuit for Testing […]
Finding a Tripped Circuit Breaker—Manually or with a Tool

Expert advice on how to find a circuit breaker that keeps tripping, either by manual testing for the tripped breaker or by using a circuit breaker finder tool In This Article: What Is a Circuit Breaker? Manually Checking Circuit Breakers Circuit Breaker Finder Tools: A Modern Solution Labeling the Circuit Breaker Panel In Conclusion Picture […]
Your Circuit Breaker Box is Full — Now What?

What is an easy way to add more circuit breakers to an electrical panel that’s already full? We’ll show you. In This Article: Tandem Circuit Breakers Adding a New Circuit The National Electrical Code, although sometimes a little fussy, is the reference book for all sorts of electrical specifications in a typical house. Among its […]