You’re in your kitchen sipping coffee, when you hear it: a faint buzzing sound coming from the direction of your circuit breaker panel. You freeze. Is that normal? Should you call someone? Should you move your coffee outside?

Let’s break it down before you panic.

Should It Be Buzzing?

Short answer: no. Your breaker panel should be a silent guardian, not a noisy neighbor. A slight hum from electrical current can sometimes happen, especially with older panels or under high load. But a noticeable buzz, crackle, or sizzle? That’s your panel asking for help.

Common Causes of Buzzing

• Loose Wiring or Connections. Over time, wires can come a little loose, and when that happens, electricity jumps the gap causing a buzz. This is not a DIY moment. It’s a fire hazard in the making and time to call the professionals.
• Overloaded Circuits. Running your air fryer, hairdryer, space heater, and hot tub on the same circuit? You might be pushing things a little. Overloaded circuits can cause your panel to make noise, and it’s your house’s way of waving a white flag.
• A Failing Breaker. Breakers age just like the rest of us. If one’s gone bad, it may hum, buzz, or fail to trip when it should, defeating its purpose and creating risk.
• Bad Installation or Cheap Panels. A poorly installed or low-quality panel is more likely to buzz, especially under stress. We’ve seen some real “creative” DIY jobs out there. Please don’t be that person.

Don’t worry. We Can Help.

If your panel is making strange noises, outdated, or just not keeping up with your modern lifestyle, we can help.

We troubleshoot, repair, and install:

• 200 Amp Panels – For larger homes, electric vehicles, or future-proofing
• 125 Amp Panels – A great upgrade for many older homes
• Subpanels – Perfect for additions, detached garages, or workshops
• Smart Panels – Like the SPAN Panel, which lets you monitor and control your home’s electricity right from your phone. (Yes, the future is here.)

Reach Out

Buzzing isn’t normal. If your breaker panel is trying to sing you a song, it’s time to contact us before it hits the high notes. We’ll inspect the issue, give you honest options, and make sure your home is safe, quiet, and up to code.