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Did your home’s power shut off unexpectedly, and you are having a difficult time finding your breaker box?…

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Why is My Breaker Box on the Outside of My House?

Did your home’s power shut off unexpectedly, and you are having a difficult time finding your breaker box? If your home was recently built, then your electrical panel may be installed on the outside of your home. At Mr. Electric of Fort Worth, we offer premium commercial and residential electrical services for DFW area customers, including breaker box repair, electrical panel replacement and inspections. Are you wondering if your breaker box may be in an unexpected outdoor area? Keep reading for more information that can help you in an emergency.

How to Find Your Breaker Box

The guys were super nice, I loved that they did the work immediately. Also after having a discussion with them about the static electricity from a lightenimg strike we had and it fried everything they suggested a surge protector to keep that from happening again. So we did that.

Dawn Boyd

Scheduled an appointment with Mr Electric of Fort Worth and received a call  they were able to show up early and had Dylan show up on time stocked with a full truck. He was able to diagnosis the issue quickly and restore my power to a few plugs that were causing the breakers to trip continuously. Dylan was very knowledgable, clearly explained the cause and how he would fix the issue, and addressed all concerns that we had. He was replaced two breakers and installed 2 new outlets along with diagnosing the problem in about an hour. Very quick and so far seems to have resolved our electrical issue. Would definitely recommend Mr Electric of Fort Worth!

Jacob Felderhoff

Dylan was so nice and always on time. Very qualified and explained everything he needed to do in a way I understood. My older house required an outside panel so I had a lot of work but Dylan and his helper worked together very well and finished on time so I was not out of power more than needed. Everything looked and worked great when done. I don't know how he was able to replace the cracked power pole and wiring on my roof so quickly and beautifully. I am very, very impressed with his skill level and would request him for any future work. The company is very well organized and office contact was a pleasure to work with(which is rare since these positions are usually underpaid)so reward her well, she is the "door" to your organization. She and Dylan sealed my deal!

Sherry Christian

Cody was professional, knowledgeable, and was able to provide me with a quick diagnosis pertaining to a wiring issue in one of my rooms. He gave me the price for the repair/modification and fixed the issue all in less than an hour. Thanks Cody!

Kevin Williams

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Breaker boxes are often noticeable because of the large metal box in which it is housed. Often times it is located in a basement, laundry room, garage, kitchen or out-of-the-way hallway. However, newer homes are now placing them outside of the house, making them difficult to find. The best way to pinpoint an outside breaker box is to look at the sky and find the area of your roof where the power line is connected to your property. The service panel should be installed directly below the service head, usually on the exterior wall of your home or commercial building.

Why Are Some Breaker Boxes Located on the Outside of the Home?

It may seem strange or even dangerous to install an electrical panel on the outside of a house, however, this new method was developed specifically to help protect properties. By placing the breaker box outside, it makes it easier for the fire department or emergency personnel to shut off power to your house in a crisis. This is very important for households that experience indoor flooding or a fire. The breaker box is designed to be safely installed outside, and properly sheltered from the elements. It should be perfectly safe as long as it remains well maintained. 

Why Choose Mr. Electric of Fort Worth

We provide reliable, professional electrical services backed by licensed electricians and upfront pricing. Our team is committed to safety, quality workmanship, and on-time service for every job. With trusted local expertise and customer-first care, we deliver solutions you can count on.

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We Provide 24 Hour Emergency Electrical Services for North Texas Area Customers

If you cannot find your breaker box, and you are in the middle of an urgent electrical situation, then you can contact us anytime, day or night. While many electricians ignore service calls outside of normal business hours, the team at Mr. Electric will always put your safety and satisfaction first. That is why we are excited to offer 24 hour emergency electrical services for Fort Worth, Texas area property owners. Call our office anytime, and we will send a licensed electrician to your location right away.

Are You Searching for a Reliable Local Electrician for Your Home? Call Mr. Electric Today

Do you need help with an urgent electrical issue? Then get the professional care you need right away. Call the experts at Mr. Electric of Fort Worth. Our certified, licensed and insured electricians are ready to come to the rescue. Contact our office for more details about our residential and commercial offerings or to schedule a convenient appointment with an experienced electrician in Fort Worth, Southlake, Hurst, Keller, Saginaw, Haslet, Grapevine, Euless, Colleyville, Bedford, Aledo, Weatherford, Texas or a nearby metro area neighborhood. 

 

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