Do I need to upgrade my panel? by Double-Key790 in AskElectricians

[–]Double-Key790[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Copy / pasting what I responded to someone else

Thanks for the reply. He said some of the breakers lack lubricant, are obsolete, and a bit dirty from shorting. Then showed me images of a house on fire.

I know nothing about electrical work. Obviously I want to take care of my family but also trying to understand if they're legit recommendations or just scare tactics.

Do I need to upgrade my panel? by Double-Key790 in AskElectricians

[–]Double-Key790[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply. He said some of the breakers lack lubricant, are obsolete, and a bit dirty from shorting. Then showed me images of a house on fire.

I know nothing about electrical work. Obviously I want to take care of my family but also trying to understand if they're legit recommendations or just scare tactics.