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Homes less than 10 years old will have a modern type breaker box. As far as cost goes, that is a good thing if an upgrade becomes necessary. In this type of house, the breaker box will be a minimum of 100 amps, and probably have enough available open circuits to allow upgrading without needing an entirely new panel. This type of upgrade can usually be completed between $363 and $1004.
Take the old circuit breaker to your home improvement store and find a new one that is the same brand, size, style and amperage rating. Ask for help matching the breaker if necessary. New circuit breakers can cost from $3 to more than $75.However, unless you need a specialty breaker, you should be spending less than $20 for a replacement. Unplug all major appliances. Also unplug important smaller appliances, such as televisions, computers and stereos.ake the old circuit breaker to your home improvement store and find a new one that is the same brand, size, style and amperage rating. Ask for help matching the breaker if necessary. New circuit breakers can cost from $3 to more than $75.