GFCI Outlet Installation Services in Mt. Pleasant, MI, & Nearby Areas

GFCI Outlet Services by Mr. Electric of Central Michigan

Have you ever experienced being shocked by your electrical outlets? If you're using your outlets correctly and still getting shocked, it's probably not a user error. It's more than likely the outlets themselves need to be upgraded. GFCI outlets, or ground fault circuit interrupters, are designed to protect you from electrical shock.

GFCI outlet installation services by Mr. Electric provide an affordable solution to preventing electrical shock and offer the added bonus of bringing your property up to modern building code standards. Mr. Electric of Central Michigan will help keep you and your family safe by performing your GFCI outlet installations and replacements in Mt. Pleasant, MI and the surrounding areas. Reach out to our electricians today to learn more!

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A ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is a device intended to protect people from electrical shock hazards. It shuts off power during a ground fault, protecting people and their families against electrical shock, fires, and overheating.
The installation of GFCIs has been required in residential homes since 1971. They were initially mandated for use with swimming pool equipment and the exterior area surrounding swimming pools. Today, there are many other areas where GFCI outlets are required, including moisture-prone spaces like bathrooms and laundry rooms. GFCI outlets have been required in:
- Spa and pool areas since 1971
- Your home’s exterior since 1973
- Bathrooms since 1975
- Garages since 1978
- Kitchen countertops since 1987
- Crawlspaces and unfinished basements since 1990
- Wet bars since 1993
- Laundry and utility sinks since 2005

Testing Your GFCI Outlet Performance

GFCI outlets should be tested every month to ensure they're working correctly. Thankfully, testing these outlets is easy. Here's how you can do it:

Press the “test” button to stop the electrical flow to the outlet.
Plug in a small device that uses minimal electricity to ensure that electrical current no longer flows to the receptacle.
Press the "reset" button to return the flow of power to the outlet.

If your GFCI outlet won't reset or keeps tripping, you should stop using it and call Mr. Electric of Central Michigan. The outlet could be faulty, or there could be other issues with the circuit.

Arc fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs) were originally used in properties where wiring was considered unsafe. They were designed to protect against fire. In 1999, they became mandatory for all homes. GFCIs offer fire protection and minimize the risk of electrical shocks. Some rooms are required to have dual-functioning AFCI/GFCI receptacles for maximum protection.
For more than a century, the National Electrical Code (NEC) has set the standards for electrical safety nationwide. It's a nationally based single set of electrical installation requirements for electricians, safety organizations, architects, and electrical product manufacturers. The NEC is not a federal law. It's a federal code that also sets electrical safety standards for many countries outside the United States. One GFCI issue is that all states have adopted the NEC, but it has yet to be fully enforced. That has led to residential and commercial electrical work not meeting current code requirements in some areas.
GFCI breakers work as protective devices for your entire circuit. When installed into a service panel or a breaker box, it will protect your entire circuit. It adds GFCI protection to your wiring and all the other appliances and devices connected to your circuit. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters come in handy when all outlets connected to a circuit require protection. A good example is using the circuit breaker on a large outdoor patio space. Since all the outlets need GFCI protection, a GFCI breaker can do the trick.
Here are some reasons why a GFCI outlet might trip:
- Ground Fault: Electricity travels through an unintended path, such as through a person's body, to the ground. This is commonly caused by faulty wiring, damaged insulation, or water coming into contact with the wiring.
- Overloaded Circuit: Too many appliances are plugged into the outlet, causing the circuit to overload.
- Faulty Outlet: The GFCI outlet needs to be fixed, especially if it's old or has been exposed to water.
- Moisture: Water or moisture has gotten into the receptacle box, such as from splashing, condensation, rain, or flooding.
- Conductive Dust or Debris: Dust or debris that carries an electrical charge can trip the outlet.
Many older homes lack GFCI outlets, putting their occupants at increased risk of electrical shock. There's no reason to wait to install these inexpensive, potentially life-saving devices when Mr. Electric of Central Michigan is here to help. Our electricians have years of experience equipping homes with the latest electrical upgrades throughout Mt. Pleasant, MI and the surrounding areas, including Alma, Clare, Edmore, and Big Rapids. Request an appointment online or contact Mr. Electric of Central Michigan today to learn more about our GFCI outlet installation services.

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