What should I do first when a circuit breaker trips in my home?

First, flip the tripped breaker fully to OFF, then back to ON. Unplug or turn off devices on that circuit before retrying. If it trips again immediately, stop and call. Check and reset any GFCI outlet on the same circuit. Do not reset if you smell burning, hear buzzing, or the panel feels hot. Titus can diagnose overloads, wiring faults, or bad breakers; typical Boulder repairs take 1–3 hours. 24/7 emergency help is available.

Updated: 2025-12-23

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