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panel / load center

The breaker box. Where power distributes through the home.

service size

Total capacity in amps. 100A is older, 200A is standard now, 400A for large homes.

breaker vs fuse

Breakers reset, fuses are replaced. A fuse box usually means very old wiring.

GFCI

Ground fault outlet that cuts power near water. Required in kitchens, baths, garages, exterior.

AFCI

Arc fault breaker that detects dangerous arcing. Required in bedrooms and living areas by modern code.

knob-and-tube

Pre-1950s wiring with no ground. Insurers often refuse to cover a home that still has it.

aluminum branch wiring

1960s-70s wiring that loosens and overheats at connections. A known fire hazard.

Federal Pacific / Zinsco

Panel brands with a documented failure-to-trip history. Commonly recommended for replacement.

The calls it handles

25%
Partial power loss / dead circuit
Half the house out, or one room. Most common troubleshooting call.
20%
Breaker tripping repeatedly
Symptom of an overload or a fault. Never dismiss as routine.
15%
Panel upgrade quote
High ticket, often triggered by an insurance requirement or a remodel.
15%
Fixture or outlet installation
Scheduled, predictable, good filler work.
10%
EV charger installation
Growing fast. Often needs a panel evaluation first.
8%
Burning smell / sparking
Genuine emergency. Fire risk.
7%
Sales and supplier calls
Not a customer.

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