Why Your New Home’s Oven or Dryer Keeps Tripping the Breaker

If your home was built after 2024, you’re not imagining it - many homeowners run into breaker tripping issues with their oven or dryer.

Quick Test

Step 1: Unplug the appliance (or switch off the disconnect if hardwired)
Step 2: Reset the breaker.
If it stays on, the appliance is probably the cause.

New Homes Use More Sensitive Breakers

Modern construction requires AFCI/GFCI breakers, which are far more sensitive than older standard breakers.
Instead of only tripping on overloads, these breakers constantly monitor for:

• Small electrical sparks
• Power leaks
• Unusual appliance electrical patterns

This helps protect your home, but it also means large appliances—like electric dryers, ovens, and ranges—can trigger a trip even during normal operation.

How to Tell If It’s Your Appliance or Your Electrical System

Here’s the simplest troubleshooting step every homeowner can try:

1. Unplug the appliance completely
(Or turn off the disconnect if it’s hardwired)

2. Reset the breaker

If the breaker holds:
      Your appliance is likely causing the issue.

If the breaker trips again:
      The problem is with the home’s wiring, outlet, or breaker.

This quick test is safe, fast, and helps pinpoint the problem without tools.

If your breaker keeps tripping, R.L. Baker Electric can help diagnose and repair the issue. Call us today at 850-529-2169 for your breaker problems and circuit issues in the Milton and Pensacola area.

Location: Milton, FL