Your electrical outlets might not seem like the most exciting thing to you, but you’d be surprised just how fascinating they can be, especially GFCI outlets. If you’re a homeowner looking for some savvy upgrades to make whether it’s for yourself or because you’re getting ready to sell, GFCI outlets are a smart investment. Here’s everything you should know about GFCI outlets. read more
Safety is a crucial topic when discussing electricity. As a result, it isn’t unusual to see electricians discussing this regularly. read more
While sudden power surges or shutdowns aren’t something you can control, this isn’t the case with all aspects of your home’s electrical system. The fact is, it’s up to you (and your contractor) to do outlet planning in your home to ensure you have the access you need, where you need it. read more
You may wonder – what’s the big deal about a bad GFCI outlet? To put things simply, these exist to help protect you from suffering an electrical shock. According to the electrical code, these outlets are located in your home where there’s an increased risk of electrocution. This includes the kitchen, bathroom, outside, and any other location where water is found. read more
If you have ever attempted to plug in an appliance to discover it wouldn’t turn on, there’s no question it can be frustrating. The entire purpose of the outlet is convenience, but that’s non-existent if there are problems with electrical outlets. read more
The three- or two-prong adapter, which is also called a cheater plug, allows you to connect a three-pronged plug to a non-grounded receptacle that only has two slots. These are mainly used for plugging in electronics and appliances to the older two-prong receptacles. read more
