Give Your Modern Appliances The Power They Need
Some of your home's appliances and equipment draw so much power that they need their own dedicated electrical circuit to operate safely and efficiently. Refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers, garbage disposals, microwaves, and large equipment like air conditioners and electric water heaters all require dedicated circuits to prevent overloading your electrical system. Dawson's Electric & Air knows how important it is to make sure your high-draw appliances have the proper electrical supply they need.
If you're adding new appliances, upgrading your kitchen, or experiencing frequent breaker trips, give us a call at 919-887-8284 or reach out online.
What Are Dedicated Circuits?
When you run multiple appliances at once, you expect them to work just as effectively as ever. What many don’t know, however, is that a circuit has a limited capacity and can be overloaded if it is taxed too much. When this happens, your solution isn’t as easy as the flip of a switch. Every time you overload your circuit or blow a fuse, you run the risk of:
- Extended periods without power
- Degrading the quality of your wiring and panels
- Damaging your appliances
- Causing fire and electrical safety hazards
You shouldn’t have to worry about whether or not you can use the equipment you depend on every day. With dedicated circuit solutions and installations from Dawson's Electric & Air, you can ensure that you are devoting the proper capacity to all of your appliances, ensuring a safe and comfortable home for years to come. Call us at 919-887-8284 to schedule!
Dedicated Circuit FAQs
A stove should be on a double breaker with a capacity of 50 amps and 220 volts. Stoves should also have their own dedicated circuit.
A good guideline when allocating estimated amps to each outlet is to assume a maximum draw of 1.5 amps each. This allows for 10 outlets on a 20-amp breaker.
If your circuit breaker trips, it is safe to leave it in a tripped state only while the problem is being assessed. A tripped breaker usually indicates too much power being allocated to the circuit; therefore, reevaluating the use of electrical devices is recommended. If that alone does not solve the problem, you should contact a certified electrician to determine the problem. Leaving a breaker tripped long-term is not advised for your safety.
When Should You Have A Dedicated Circuit Installed?
When you have multiple outlets connected to the same circuit, everything that’s plugged in is affected by the same current. If you find that you are constantly tripping your breaker or are running several high-capacity appliances on the same system, you should consider separate circuits, as dictated by the National Electrical Code. Many appliances that have motors or computers can be damaged from unexpected losses of power.
Some common appliances that should run on a dedicated circuit include:
- Kitchen appliances, ranges, and ovens
- Refrigerators and freezers
- Washers and dryers
- Heating & AC units
- Water heaters
- Hot tubs
- Dishwasher
- Sump pump
If you don't have dedicated circuits already running to any of this equipment, give the pros at Dawson's Electric & Air a call at 919-887-8284 today!
Ensure Your Devices Have Adequate Power
At Dawson's Electric & Air, we've been helping Raleigh homeowners with dedicated circuit installation since 2005. Whether you need circuits for new kitchen appliances, a home office setup, workshop equipment, or any other high-draw devices, we're here to help with honest, straightforward service. Give us a call at 919-887-8284 or reach out online to schedule your dedicated circuit installation today.
