Outlet and Switch Installation
Add outlets where you need them, replace worn switches, and upgrade to USB outlets, dimmers, and smart switches.
Learn about Outlet and Switch InstallationIt watches the power going in and out. If some power leaks away, maybe through a person, it shuts off in a fraction of a second. That can stop a serious shock.
Where GFCI Outlets Belong
- Kitchen counters and near sinks
- Bathrooms
- Garages and unfinished basements
- Outdoor outlets, decks, and porches
- Laundry areas, crawl spaces, and near pools or hot tubs
Signs You Need New GFCI Outlets
If your kitchen or bathroom outlets have no Test and Reset buttons, they may not be protected. Many older Baltimore homes were built before GFCI rules.
GFCI outlets also wear out. Press the Test button once a month. If the power does not cut off, or the Reset button will not stay in, the outlet should be replaced.
How Installation Works
The electrician turns off the circuit and replaces the old outlet with a GFCI. One GFCI can protect other outlets further down the same circuit, so not every outlet needs one.
They label protected outlets and test each one. For outdoor spots, they add a weather resistant cover that keeps rain out even with a cord plugged in.
Outlet Not Working? Check the GFCI First
If a bathroom or outdoor outlet goes dead, look for a GFCI nearby, even in another room or the garage. Press Reset.
If it will not reset, or trips again soon, there may be moisture or a fault on the line. That is a good time to call.
How to Book GFCI Outlet Installation
Call 844-521-2392 any time. Tell us what you need, the address, and when you are free. We book an independent local electrician who serves your area. They give you a free estimate before starting, and you decide if you want to go ahead.
We book this service in Baltimore City and in Baltimore, Anne Arundel, Howard, Harford, and Carroll counties. See our service areas for towns.
GFCI Outlet Installation Questions
Can a GFCI go in an old two prong outlet box?
Often yes. A GFCI can add shock protection where there is no ground wire. It must be labeled correctly. The electrician will explain your options.
How often should I test a GFCI?
Test it once a month. Press Test, the power should go off, then press Reset.
Why does my GFCI trip when it rains?
Water may be getting into an outdoor outlet or box. Have the outlet and cover checked.
