Electrical
No power at all to the fixture/outlet
Likely cause, what to safely try first, and whether it gets worse if you wait.
Likely cause
A tripped breaker, blown fuse, or a dead connection upstream.
What to try first
- Check your breaker panel for a tripped breaker (it'll sit in a middle position) and reset it once, firmly.
- Test if a nearby outlet/switch on the same circuit also lost power — helps narrow down the cause before a pro arrives.
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