❄️ Why Your Breaker Keeps Tripping in the Winter

Simple Tips & When to Call an Electrician

During winter, your home uses more electricity than any other time of year. Space heaters, holiday lights, and kitchen appliances can overload your system and cause your breaker to trip — and while one trip isn’t unusual, constant tripping means something is wrong.

Here are the most common reasons breakers trip in winter and what you can safely do as a homeowner.

1. Too Many Appliances on One Circuit

Space heaters alone can overload a regular outlet.

Common overloads:

• Space heater + hair dryer

• Microwave + air fryer

• Holiday lights all plugged into one outlet

Quick fix:
Unplug something or move appliances to a different room.

2. Damaged Cords or Holiday Lights

Cold weather makes old cords crack, which can cause a breaker to trip instantly.

If you see sparks, smell burning, or an outlet looks discolored:
Stop using it and unplug the device if safe.

3. GFCI’s Trips Near Moisture

Bathrooms, kitchens, garages, and outdoor outlets are more sensitive in winter.

Quick fix:
Press the RESET button on the GFCI outlet.
If it keeps tripping → call an electrician.

4. Old or Weak Breakers

If your breaker feels warm, won’t reset, or trips randomly, it may be worn out.

Breakers and electrical panel work must be done by a licensed Oklahoma electrician.

When should you call

Level 5 Electric?

If your breaker trips more than once, or keeps shutting off when you plug in a heater or appliance, it's a sign of:

• An overloaded circuit

• Unsafe wiring

• A failing breaker

• A panel that can’t handle your home’s winter electrical load

These issues should not be ignored and require a licensed electrician for safety.

❄️ Call Level 5 Electric Today

We are fully licensed in Oklahoma and can help with:

✔ Breaker replacement
✔ Circuit repairs
✔ Adding dedicated circuits for heaters
✔ Panel inspections & upgrades
✔ Diagnosing winter electrical issues

📞 If your breakers keep tripping this winter, contact Level 5 Electric.
We’ll keep your home warm, safe, and running without interruptions.