: These shops cater to contractors but are often open to the public. The counter pro explained that because Siemens bought ITE , a modern Siemens breaker would fit his old panel perfectly.

: Retailers like Bay Power or Leviton are better for Smart Breakers that sync with your phone. Back in his truck, Arthur realized he could

Back in his truck, Arthur realized he could have saved the trip by checking online for even more niche "Smart" options.

The storm hit at midnight, a flash of blue light followed by a dull thump from the garage. Suddenly, the house went dark. In the morning, Arthur found the culprit: a scorched, ancient breaker in the panel. He knew he couldn’t wait for a pro on a Tuesday, so he set out on a quest to restore power. The Big-Box Retailers

: If his house used heavy-duty industrial gear, sites like CBS Nuclear specialize in obsolete or high-voltage units. The Digital Marketplace

When the big stores didn’t have the obscure model Arthur’s 1970s panel required, he drove to a professional Electrical Supply Store .