How to Fix an Electrical Outlet

Step-By-Step Guide on How to Fix an Electrical Outlet

For this blog, we will show you the step by step process on how to safely fix your electrical outlets at home.

Replace the Old Outlet

• The simplest solution is to replace the old outlet. If the power goes out from an electric plug that is not being used, maybe because there is something wrong with the outlet itself.

  For example, if an appliance has been plugged into one for years and suddenly no longer receives power, but everything else continues to function normally, this may indicate that you need to change or upgrade your outlets entirely.

Replace Damaged or Lost Wiring

• It usually means it's time to replace it. Most electricians agree that this is the safest solution in these situations. If you leave them there, they may cause problems that you do not want. Here are the signs that the wires are damaged or loose:

1. The wire is extremely hot to the touch.
2. your home's flickering lights
3. Frequent breaker trips for no reason

• Depending on what's wrong, you can repair loose or damaged wiring by repairing the wire itself, replacing it with another similar wire, or repairing the socket it's connected to.

Unplug Everything and Put Them Back

• Unplugging and plugging everything back in is a simple solution that should be at the top of your list. It is a great quick fix for dead power outlets when you can't figure out what's wrong or don't know how to fix it otherwise.

  Remember: Before unplugging anything from an outlet, make sure that all electric appliances are turned off. If there is a risk of electrical shock, use a different method to turn off your devices, such as switching the switch on top of an appliance, such as a lamp, rather than pulling out the cord. Also, if you have multiple things plugged into each other, unplug them first so they don't get pulled out as well.

Buy a new fuse for the breaker

• Before getting a new fuse, make sure your circuit breaker is turned off (tripped). It prevents electric shock in the event of an accident while repairing a dead power outlet on your own. After you've turned off your circuit breaker, search for "fuses" in your home's electrical box or panel. It is frequently found inside a garage or near the point where electricity enters a house or building from the outside.

Reset circuit breaker

• Resetting the circuit breaker is a simple solution. It is a simple, quick fix for a dead power outlet that works about half the time. It usually works when the power outlet hasn't been used in a while. Or when the problem is caused by a tripped breaker. If this does not work, you will most likely require the assistance of an electrician to repair the dead power outlet in your home or office.

Use power strip

• Purchasing a power strip can be beneficial when repairing a dead power outlet. Turn off the circuit breaker in your home and try to fix it by pressing down the plug inside the socket or using a voltage tester if you are unsure whether or not electricity is present in that particular cord. If none of these methods work, replacing the outlet should.

And that's it! Your quick guide on How to Fix an Electrical Outlet.

Sometimes, electrical appliances at home stop working because of electrical system failure. When it comes to these, contact an electrical company right away.

Contact us

Our company, Incan Electric, has provided Electrical Services in Southeastern Wisconsin for a couple of years. Our team of licensed and experienced electricians will help you with repairs, installation, maintenance, and upgrade of your electrical outlets in your residential, commercial, and industrial properties. Feel free to contact us for your electrical service needs.