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GFCI Outlet Installation in Thousand Oaks, CA

We Install GFCI Outlets

GFCI outlets, or ground fault circuit interrupters, are essential to protect against electrical shock in your home. Mr. Electric of Thousand Oaks provides GFCI outlet installation services for residents in Thousand Oaks, CA. Our service professionals will determine the necessary locations for your GFCI outlets and explain how to use them. GFCI outlets are designed to automatically switch off an electrical flow when it detects an imbalance to help protect you from electrical shock. Reach out to us today to learn more about our GFCI outlet installation services.

GFCI Outlet Installation in Thousand Oaks, CA

We Install GFCI Outlets

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  • Ground fault circuit interrupter outlets help protect you from electric shock. They are required areas of the home susceptible to moisture. They must be installed in bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, and garages. These outlets have “test” and “reset” buttons. GFCI outlets work by monitoring electrical currents and cutting the power when an imbalance or excess of electricity flow is detected. These outlets can work in as little as one-thirtieth of a second to shut off the flow of electricity.

  • We can help you understand how to use your GFCI outlets. If your outlet ever stops electricity flow, simply press the “reset” button. We recommend testing your GFCI outlets monthly. Follow these steps to test your GFCI outlets:

    1. Press the “test” button to test if the outlet will cut off the electrical flow.
    2. Plug in a small device, like a curling iron, and check that the power is off.
    3. Press the “reset” button to determine if it powers back up.
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Where Are GFCI Outlets Required?

GFCIs have been required by law in homes since 1971. They were first required in swimming pool areas. Today, GFCI outlets must be installed anywhere in your home where there is moisture. GFCI outlet requirements today include the following:

  • Swimming Pool & Sauna Areas (Since 1971)
  • Exterior of the Home (Since 1973)
  • All Bathrooms (Since 1975) 
  • Garage Spaces (Since 1987)
  • Kitchen Countertops (Since 1987) 
  • Unfinished Basements & Crawlspaces (Since 1990)
  • Wet Bars (Since 1993)
  • Utility Sinks & Laundry Rooms (Since 2005)

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