Cooler temperatures mean that it is time to use your heating system. Unfortunately, your system might not be ready for use. One common issue that can occur is the electrical breaker keeps tripping when you turn on the heat. If that is happening to you, here is what you need to know:
Why Is the Electrical Breaker Tripping?
If the electrical breaker trips once and then does not do it again after you flip it back on, you probably do not have a problem.
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