Breaker Keeps Tripping
⚠️ Before touching anything: turn off power at the breaker and verify with a tester. If you smell burning or see scorch marks, skip the quiz — shut it off and call a licensed electrician.
Step 1
When you reset the breaker, what happens?
⚠️ If the panel buzzes, smells hot, or the breaker is hot to the touch — stop and call an electrician now.
This troubleshooter gives general guidance, not a diagnosis of your specific installation. Codes vary by location. When in doubt, hire a licensed electrician.