Safety First!
Always turn off power at the breaker before inspecting electrical components. When in doubt, hire a licensed electrician. Electrical work can be dangerous or fatal.
Map your circuit starting from the breaker. Components can branch - select which component each new item connects from.
Circuit Summary
Hello! I'm your electrical troubleshooting assistant. I can help you diagnose common electrical problems in your home.
Tell me about the electrical issue you're experiencing. For example:
- An outlet that stopped working
- Lights that flicker or dim
- A breaker that keeps tripping
- A GFCI outlet that won't reset
What's going on with your electrical system?
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Outlet Issues
Dead outlets often trace back to tripped GFCIs or breakers elsewhere in the circuit.
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Flickering Lights
Can indicate loose connections, failing fixtures, or more serious wiring issues.
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Tripping Breakers
Usually caused by overloaded circuits, short circuits, or ground faults.