How Do You Install A GFCI Receptacle?
A ground-fault circuit interrupter or GFCI receptacle is an outlet that can help to prevent electrical shock due to an accident or equipment failure. GFCIs are most commonly found in areas of the home where the potential for water and electricity to meet are high, such as in the bathroom, along the kitchen countertop or on the outside of the home. In fact, the National Electric Code (Section 210.8) requires GFCI outlets to be installed in those three areas plus unfinished basements, garages, crawl spaces, near wet bar sinks and outbuildings. To make sure your home is up to code, and to make it safer in general–here is how to install a GFCI receptacle. Turn OFF the power to the receptacle that you will be replacing. Find the breaker and turn it OFF. Then place a slice of electrical tape over it or write a sign to place on the electrical panel indicating that you are working on the electric. This will help to prevent another family member from accidentally turning it back on unknowingly
