Q. We just bought an old house, built in the 1950s, so the electrical outlets are not grounded. We'd like to add GFCI outlets near the bathroom and kitchen sinks for shock protection, but our home ...

This receptacle outlet is not flush with the building finish surface; it is not GFCI-protected, and there is no weather-proof cover. On the pages below, we’ll show you an inexpensive fix that ...

Do a few of your power outlets around the house have a Reset button you don't understand? It's actually an important safety ...

If your existing outlet has load wires, the GFCI receptacle will also protect the additional outlets powered by these wires. Step four: Refer to the wiring diagram included with the GFCI receptacle.

If your home has the older two-pronged outlets (no third hole for a ground), a GFCI can still be installed to protect that single outlet. GFCIs require monthly maintenance to ensure the inner ...

These GFCI switches are a little larger, and you don't want to overcrowd the box. Remove the old outlet receptacle and follow the directions included in the package for the new receptacle.

INDIANAPOLIS – In this Home Zone, let’s delve into the world of receptacles, outlets, or whatever term you prefer. Specifically, we’re talking about GFCI receptacles – those handy… ...

Going forward in this article, we mean a 15A or 20A, 125V receptacle when we say “receptacle.” We are also saying just “receptacle” where the NEC says “receptacle outlet.” Required outlets.

Have you ever heard people talking about "GFCI outlets" and wondered what sort of gobbledegook is coming out of their mouths, let alone whether it's relevant to you? If so, you're not alone: many ...

To keep your family safe from electrical shock, you should check your GFCI outlets, more properly called “receptacles,” on a regular basis. In the United States, ...

Ground fault circuit interrupter outlets, or GFCIs, are critical for electrical safety in homes. Without them, individuals run the risk of electrocution or fires. Before GFCI’s became common, 800 ...