Inspect Electrical Panel

Why It Matters

Electrical panel problems cause house fires. Catching corrosion or loose connections early prevents catastrophic failure.

Quick Guide

1. 1

   Gather your tools and materials

   You'll need: Flashlight. Materials required: necessary materials.

2. 2

   Perform the inspect electrical panel

   Visually inspect your breaker panel for signs of corrosion, scorch marks, or unusual warmth. Test each breaker. Safety note: Do not touch any wires inside the panel.

3. 3

   Verify and clean up

   Check that the work was completed correctly and clean up your workspace. If any scorch marks, corrosion, buzzing sounds, or warm breakers, consider calling a professional.

Tools & Materials