What the job usually involves
- Isolating circuits at the DB box to find which one trips.
- Testing appliances and wiring on that circuit for faults or moisture.
- Repairing or replacing the faulty point, wiring or breaker.
- Confirming the circuit holds with normal load.
Before you book
- Note which switch trips at the DB box, and what was running at the time.
- Try unplugging everything on that circuit, reset, then plug things back in one by one. A single appliance is a common culprit.
- If you smell burning, see scorch marks, or it trips straight away with everything unplugged, leave it off and book an electrician.
How much it costs
On Handyy this job starts from S$80. Every quote is a fixed price for your specific job, agreed before anyone comes over. The number you accept is the number you pay. To get accurate quotes, include:
- Which breaker trips: the main ELCB or a single circuit.
- When it happens: constantly, when it rains, or when a particular appliance runs.
- A photo of the DB box with the cover on.
How booking works
- Describe the job and add a photo. You only need your name and mobile number.
- Compare fixed-price quotes from vetted electricians. Every one has had their ID checked by our team.
- Book the one you want. We hold your payment, and the electrician is paid after the job is done and you've had time to check it.
Common questions
Why does my power trip when it rains?
Water getting into an outdoor socket, light or wiring is a common cause. The ELCB trips because current is leaking. It needs to be found and sealed, not just reset.
Is DB box work licensed?
Yes. Work inside the DB box must be done by a Licensed Electrical Worker. On Handyy, that kind of work stays off for a handyman until we've seen their licence.
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