Doing Business with Local Electrical Wholesale Suppliers

Question: I have a General Switch 200 amp electrical panel.

• Is there a replacement breaker that I can buy at a local home improvement store?

Thanks
Dan.

This electrical question came from: Dan, a Homeowner from Englewood, Florida
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Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical question Dan.

How to Do Business with Local Electrical Wholesale Suppliers

• Dan, you may have to locate a local wholesale electrical supplier for your General Switch 200 amp circuit breaker.
  • Most local electrical wholesale suppliers will sell parts to the general public
  • Some may only sell to licensed electrical contractors
    It just depends on their individual policy

NOTE:
Doing work in an electrical panel is dangerous and should be performed by a licensed electrical contractor.

The Following links will assist you with Local Electrical Wholesale Suppliers.
Dave, The Electrician

Wholesale Electrical Suppliers

• Electrical Wholesale Supply Houses can be found in your area and many will allow homeowners to purchase from them.
  • If you are planning a major remodel project you may want to apply for an account and possibly receive a discount on your materials.

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• House Wiring Circuits and Circuit Breakers
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• Electrical Wiring Protection using Circuit Breakers
  • A guide to home electrical circuit breakers and how they work to protect your electrical wiring.
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