Where Is a GFCI-Protected Outlet Required in Your Home?
You don’t need to be an electrician to know that water and electricity don’t mix. That doesn’t stop the fact that certain areas of your home need to have electrical outlets and water sources nearby, which could cause potential problems if you aren’t careful. That’s where GFCI outlets come into play. These outlets quietly work behind the scenes to keep your home from turning into a fuse-popping, wire-frying, shock-happy hazard zone. When the ampere surges or moisture hits a power line, this little outlet hits the reset button to stop the danger in its tracks. (more…)