How Do You Fix An Electrical Outlet?
Fixing an electrical outlet takes a few minutes and a few safety precautions. Outlets are connected to the wall with a pair of screws and two live wires that supply power to the two outlets in each receptacle. Repairs involve checking the wires for secure connections. If the outlet is beyond repair, a replacement costs a few dollars and can be installed in minutes. Step 1 Turn off the circuit breaker that powers the outlet. Verify the electricity is shut off by plugging in a radio or lamp to test the outlet. Step 2 Remove the faceplate over the outlet by extracting the screw in the middle of the plate. Step 3 Remove the two screws holding the outlet to the metal wall box at the top and bottom of the outlet. Step 4 Pull the outlet gently from the wall 3 to 4 inches and turn it to the side to examine the two wires that should be attached to the outlet. Step 5 Check the wires for secure connections to the screws on the side of the outlet by pulling gently on each wire. Step 6 Loosen the t
