Santa Rosa Electric | Certified Electrical Contractor in Thermal, CA

This is a common issue here, often caused by an overloaded circuit or an outdated electrical panel not rated for the continuous high demand of an EV charger. We typically recommend a dedicated circuit installation for your charger and, if needed, a panel upgrade or repair to handle the increased load safely and prevent future trips.

First, safety: turn off the power to the affected circuit at your main panel. Attic shorts in Thermal are often due to heat stress on old wiring or rodent damage. Our expert electric repair and inspection service will safely locate the fault, replace damaged wiring, and repair any outlets or fixtures involved, ensuring your system is up to current safety codes.

It depends on the condition and capacity of your existing panel. While a repair might fix an immediate issue like a faulty breaker, many older panels can't safely support today's demands from AC units, appliances, and EV chargers. We provide thorough electric panel inspections and honest recommendations—often a modern installation is the safer, long-term solution to prevent overloads and fire hazards.