Churning with voltage and resembling an explosion at the wire factory, the breaker panel exudes mystique. But it's just a big switch, filled with other smaller ­switches, which lead to the switches ...

The image of a breaker box in your mind probably looks like a small metal box tucked away in a corner of your home. It's the metal contraption with switches that control the flow of electricity ...

Before you buy the breaker, make sure you check the manufacturer’s name, box model number, and style number of the breaker that is approved for your box. You cannot ...

INDIANAPOLIS – In this Home Zone, ever need to shut off the electricity to a light or a receptacle, but it’s a guessing game once you get to the circuit breaker panel? For many, deciphering breaker ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Anyone who's lived in a home or apartment has probably heard the terms "fuse box" or "circuit breaker" before. If you ever experienced a power ...

Savant’s Smart Budget feature allows software and automated control over your home’s power use to avoid overloading things. Savant’s Smart Budget feature allows software and automated control over ...