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Eaton and Cutler-Hammer Panels: What the 2014 Meter Breaker Recall Really Covered
Search “Eaton meter breaker recall” and you will find enough noise to convince yourself you have a problem. There’s a very good chance this is not the case. This post covers the Eaton entry from our electrical panel recall list, and the useful news is mostly reassuring. The Eaton Meter Breaker Recall in Plain Numbers […]
Siemens and Murray Breaker Recall: The 2010 Spring Clip Problem Explained
The Siemens circuit breaker recall announced in 2010 affected roughly 2.2 million Siemens and Murray circuit breakers, load centers, and meter combos. It is one of the easier recalls to check because Siemens published specific date codes and catalog numbers. You should take a minute to check your panel if your home was built or […]
Square D Panel Recall: What the 2022 Schneider Electric Notice Covers
This is the one recall on our electrical panel recall list that could plausibly involve a panel installed in your home in the last few years. Every other entry concerns equipment from the 1950s through the 1980s. The recalled Square D panels were sold as recently as January 2022, including at Home Depot and Lowe’s. […]
Wadsworth Electrical Panels: Obsolete, Not Recalled, and Worth a Look
Wadsworth is the quietest name on our electrical panel recall list. There’s been no CPSC recall for Wadsworth electrical panels. The concerns are primarily the panel’s age, condition, and availability of replacement parts. That is the important distinction, and it is worth stating plainly, because homeowners who search this brand usually find either nothing at […]
Challenger Electrical Panels: The 1988 Breaker Recall and What Came After
If you have a Challenger electrical panel, the key question is not whether the brand is “bad,” but whether your specific equipment was recalled or has other signs of trouble. What Was Recalled In 1988, Type HAGF-15 and HAGF-20 ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) breakers manufactured between February 22 and April 29 of that year […]
Zinsco Panels: Why Electricians Keep Flagging Them (and What to Do)
If a home inspector just told you that you have a Zinsco electrical panel, you probably went straight to the internet and found a lot of alarming headlines. The concerns are not without merit, but some claims about Zinsco panels are overstated. Here is what homeowners need to know about the reported problems, insurance concerns, […]
Pushmatic Panels: What Homeowners Should Know About These Push-Button Breakers
Pushmatic panels are easy to identify and easy to misjudge. If you open your panel door and find rows of rectangular push buttons where you expected toggle switches, you may be looking at a Pushmatic panel. They’re solidly built and generally well regarded by the electricians that work with them, but just like any piece […]
Unpermitted Electrical Work in Washington: Risks, Home Sales & Insurance
Quick answer: Unpermitted electrical work in Washington must generally be disclosed when selling, can lower appraised value, and may void an insurance claim if it caused a loss. The fix is a retroactive permit and inspection through L&I, not concealment. Unpermitted electrical work in Washington can follow a house for decades and surface at the […]
How to Prepare for a Power Outage in Washington Before Storm Season
Quick answer: To prepare for a power outage in Washington, assemble a supply kit before storm season, secure a backup power source, install whole-home surge protection, and stay at least 35 feet from any downed line. Never run a portable generator indoors or in a garage. To prepare for a power outage in Washington, the […]
6 Most Common Electrical Hazards in Homes
Let’s look at some of the most common electrical hazards in homes so you know what to check for and when to call in professional help. Failing Circuit Breakers Being able to recognize the signs of a failing circuit breaker can make all the difference when it comes to protecting your home (especially given that […]
