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1. What is a GFCI Device?
A GFCI is a "Ground Fault Circuit Interrupting" device. (Pretty fancy, huh?) This means it interrupts power to the outlet when it senses any electricity
leaking out of the circuit. Basically, this means the device shuts off power when its senses that electricity is going somewhere other than back to the
power grid. Which is good, because sometimes that electricity is escaping into a person!
2. Why Have GFCI's.
Simply put, GFCI's save lives. In the event of an electric shock, current runs through the victim away from the source. GFCI's sense this and shut off
automatically. Since their inception in the National Electrical Code, GFCI's have saved hundreds of lives. The US Consumer Safety Committee found
that two thirds of the 300 household electrical deaths that occur every year could have been prevented by the proper installation of a GFCI device.
Click Here to read The US Consumer Safety Committee's Fact Sheet on GFCI Devices in The Home.
3. Where Should I Have GFCI's Installed?
Kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor locations, especially near water, are a must. Garages, unfinished basements, and crawlspaces are also required
in most jurisdictions. These are places in the home where ground faults commonly occur and people are the most susceptible to electrical shock.
Did you know that only half the homes we inspect have GFI's in the kitchen (shocking...isn't it!).
4. How Do I Know My GFCI's are Working?
On the GFCI there is a button labeled "test." Hit the test button and you should hear a snap as the outlet shuts off. Hit the "reset" button to restore
power. If your GFCI does not shut off when tested, get it replaced. The only way to really know if a GFCI is working is to test it with a GFCI tester (you
can get one at your local hardware store). GFCI testing is standard in our whole house electrical safety checks.
5. My GFCI Trips All The Time; is The GFCI Bad?
Maybe, but it's probably just doing its job (protecting you from ground faults). Get the circuit checked out to make sure there is not a ground fault or
leak somewhere in the wiring. Often appliances that have ground faults (electrical leaks) will cause a GFCI to trip. Its a good idea to have any
appliance that is tripping a GFCI checked out.
A GFCI is a "Ground Fault Circuit Interrupting" device. (Pretty fancy, huh?) This means it interrupts power to the outlet when it senses any electricity
leaking out of the circuit. Basically, this means the device shuts off power when its senses that electricity is going somewhere other than back to the
power grid. Which is good, because sometimes that electricity is escaping into a person!
2. Why Have GFCI's.
Simply put, GFCI's save lives. In the event of an electric shock, current runs through the victim away from the source. GFCI's sense this and shut off
automatically. Since their inception in the National Electrical Code, GFCI's have saved hundreds of lives. The US Consumer Safety Committee found
that two thirds of the 300 household electrical deaths that occur every year could have been prevented by the proper installation of a GFCI device.
Click Here to read The US Consumer Safety Committee's Fact Sheet on GFCI Devices in The Home.
3. Where Should I Have GFCI's Installed?
Kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor locations, especially near water, are a must. Garages, unfinished basements, and crawlspaces are also required
in most jurisdictions. These are places in the home where ground faults commonly occur and people are the most susceptible to electrical shock.
Did you know that only half the homes we inspect have GFI's in the kitchen (shocking...isn't it!).
4. How Do I Know My GFCI's are Working?
On the GFCI there is a button labeled "test." Hit the test button and you should hear a snap as the outlet shuts off. Hit the "reset" button to restore
power. If your GFCI does not shut off when tested, get it replaced. The only way to really know if a GFCI is working is to test it with a GFCI tester (you
can get one at your local hardware store). GFCI testing is standard in our whole house electrical safety checks.
5. My GFCI Trips All The Time; is The GFCI Bad?
Maybe, but it's probably just doing its job (protecting you from ground faults). Get the circuit checked out to make sure there is not a ground fault or
leak somewhere in the wiring. Often appliances that have ground faults (electrical leaks) will cause a GFCI to trip. Its a good idea to have any
appliance that is tripping a GFCI checked out.
Great Services We Provide!
Install Recessed Lighting
Install New Outlets
Troubleshooting Faulty Circuits
Flat Screen TV Installations
Replace GFCI Receptacles
Surge Protection Systems
Dedicated Hot Tub Circuits
Complete Electrical Inspections
Security Motion & Flood Lighting
Upgrade Your Electrical Panel
Fan & Lighting Installations
Rewire & Remodel Your Home
Looped 120V Smoke Detectors
Landscape Lighting
Phone & Cable Installations
Install Electric Car Charger
Install Recessed Lighting
Install New Outlets
Troubleshooting Faulty Circuits
Flat Screen TV Installations
Replace GFCI Receptacles
Surge Protection Systems
Dedicated Hot Tub Circuits
Complete Electrical Inspections
Security Motion & Flood Lighting
Upgrade Your Electrical Panel
Fan & Lighting Installations
Rewire & Remodel Your Home
Looped 120V Smoke Detectors
Landscape Lighting
Phone & Cable Installations
Install Electric Car Charger
