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 ...

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 ...

Homeowners tend to have strong feelings about kitchen outlets, and most people love these pop-up versions that can be called upon by a simple press to rise from your countertops, ready to fire 110 ...

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 ...

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, ...

So I just bought a house and there are no GFCI outlets in the kitchen. There are 7 outlets total that I can find, on three separate 20-amp circuits in the CB box located in the garage. One outlet ...

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.

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 ...

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… ...

The "S" Series of single-outlet receptacles are designed for supplementary wiring applications and are offered in a choice of three styles: straight and right-angle 15A models and 20A straight ...