A circuit breaker that trips, runs hot, buzzes or will not stay on is telling you something is wrong, either with the circuit it protects or with the breaker itself. Breakers also wear out, especially after repeated heavy faults or in boards that have been running for many years.
We test the breaker and the circuit to work out which is at fault. If the circuit is overloaded or has a fault, we deal with that. If the breaker itself has failed, we replace it with one of the correct rating for the cable behind it.
We also check the connections on the breaker, because loose terminals are a common cause of heat.
Problems we solve
- A breaker that trips again and again
- A breaker that will not reset
- A breaker that feels hot or smells of burning
- A breaker that buzzes or chatters
- Burn marks or discolouration around a breaker
- A breaker that trips with no apparent load
Our process
- 1
Check the symptoms
We ask what trips it and when, and which appliances are on that circuit.
- 2
Test circuit and breaker
We find out whether the circuit or the breaker is at fault.
- 3
Repair or replace
The fault is fixed or the breaker replaced with the correct rating.
- 4
Test
The circuit is tested under load before we leave.
Benefits
- The cause found, not just the breaker swapped
- A replacement of the correct rating
- Loose connections found and tightened
- A circuit tested before handover
Why choose us for Circuit Breaker Repair
Our electricians are qualified, explain the work in plain language, give a price before they start and test everything before they leave. If something is unsafe we tell you, even when it is not part of the job.
