If you own a home in German Village, Ohio, or nearby communities like Westerville, Powell, or Dublin, there’s a chance your electrical system may be hiding a serious safety risk. Thousands of older Central Ohio homes still rely on outdated Federal Pacific or Zinsco electrical panels, and many homeowners don’t realize these panels have a […]
Imagine this: You’re a proud homeowner in Worthington, Ohio, with a beautiful mid-century ranch. You love the classic design and the quiet, tree-lined streets. But what you might not know is that lurking behind a closet door or in your basement is a silent, ticking time bomb: An Outdated Federal Pacific Electrical Panel or a […]
You’ve made the decision. The breakers in your Bexley home trip every time you run the air conditioner and the microwave. Your insurance company is urging you to replace that ancient fuse box. Or maybe you’re renovating your Clintonville kitchen and need more power for those new high-end appliances. Whatever the reason, you’ve decided an electric […]
You’re trying to use your new air fryer, but the lights in the kitchen flicker and then die. Or maybe you’ve just bought a new home in Westerville with a charming, old-fashioned fuse box, and you’re wondering if it’s safe. These are everyday scenarios for homeowners across Westerville, New Albany, and all of Columbus, Ohio, […]
You’re finally renovating that beautiful old kitchen in your Gahannah home. You’ve picked the perfect cabinets, a stunning quartz countertop, and state-of-the-art appliances. But when the electrician arrives, they take one look at your electrical panel and deliver the news you weren’t expecting: “Before we can install anything, you’re going to need an electrical panel upgrade.” […]
Picture this: It’s a chilly evening in Columbus. You’ve got the space heater on in the living room, the oven is preheating, and you’re charging your phone. Suddenly, everything goes dark. The house falls silent. You’ve experienced the classic case of a circuit breaker tripping. While this is a common and often harmless event, a […]
It’s a scene as familiar as a Buckeyes game Saturday: you’re in the kitchen of your Westerville home, the air fryer is humming, the microwave is going, and the coffee maker is gurgling. Suddenly, darkness! A quiet click. Everything stops. You sigh, grab a flashlight, and head to the basement to reset because your circuit breaker […]
Are your lights shutting off and your circuit breaker tripping again? You’re not alone. Many Central Ohio homeowners experience this frustrating issue, especially in older homes around Columbus, Dublin, and Westerville.
While resetting a breaker may seem like a quick fix, repeated trips are a warning sign of deeper electrical problems, from overloaded circuits and faulty appliances to moisture in outdoor wiring. Left unchecked, these issues can lead to costly damage or even fire hazards.
In this guide, Electric Medic explains the most common causes of tripping breakers, what you can do to troubleshoot safely, and when it’s time to call a licensed electrician for help.