Why would only part of my house lose power?

The most likely cause is a tripped breaker. This can happen when the electrical circuit is overloaded, or a defective appliance or damaged cord short-circuits the system. First, you need to unplug all the appliances in the room, since one of them likely caused the safety device to blow.

How do I fix the power going out in one room?

Power Outage in Just One Room

1. Scenario #1: You overloaded the electrical circuit.
2. Solution: Go to your fuse box or circuit breaker and look for a blown fuse or tripped circuit to reset.
3. Tip: It’s important to have a licensed electrician ensure your home is set up to handle the amount of electricity your family requires.

What would cause power to go out in one room breaker not tripped?

If one or more lights in your home have gone out and your circuit breaker isn’t tripped, what could the issue be? One culprit could be a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlet that has tripped. Other issues can include loose wiring or outlets. Over the years, wiring and screws can come loose.

How do I fix a partial power outage in my house?

If a circuit breaker has popped, first turn off some of the items in the powerless portion of the home that were turned on or plugged into an electrical outlet. Next, flip the popped switch back into the correct position. This should solve the problem and restore power.

Why would one part of an outlet not work?

Usually, an outlet won’t work properly because there is a wiring issue but there are four other common reasons for only half of an electrical outlet working. An outlet that was set up with backstabbed wiring. A wire nut that wasn’t used properly. The wrong type of metal wire was used.

Can a breaker go out without tripping?

A circuit breaker can fail without tripping. If a circuit breaker fails in this fashion, it needs to be replaced. The failed breaker can cause further problems with the electricity in your home or potentially cause a fire. Anytime you suspect a failed circuit breaker, call a certified electrician for a repair.

What is a partial outage?

Partial Outage means an Outage in which one or more applications are unavailable or inoperable due to the failure of a Component and for any other reasons other than an Excluded Event.