How Do You Replace Receptacles With No Ground?
Most electrical receptacles include a hot, neutral and a ground wire, but some homes may have receptacles that do not have a ground wire included. This is more common in older homes. A ground wire will trip the breaker in the event of a short and is a recommended safety measure, but in older homes with no grounds, it requires rewiring the entire circuit or home. A receptacle without a ground is easy to replace yourself. Turn off the breaker to the circuit that you will be working on. If you are unsure about the breaker that controls that particular circuit, turn off the main breaker to the house. Use a circuit tester to ensure that there is no power going to any of the receptacles on that circuit. If a circuit tester is not available, plug in a lamp or other electric device to check that the power is off. Use a screwdriver to remove the screw holding the faceplate on and pull the faceplate away from the wall. Set it aside or discard if the new receptacle comes with one. Use a screwdriv
