Plug Won't Stay In Outlet

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  • Опубліковано 29 гру 2020
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    This is a very common issue especially as the number of devices we are charging with 2 prong plugs seems to be increasing each year. I will show you why this happens by opening up an old outlet and also how to replace the old outlet with a new one. We will also discuss the recommended grade of outlet to use lowering the chance of failure in the future.
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  • @danpeterson7770
    @danpeterson7770 Рік тому +72

    Great job of explaining! Tip: if you're working by yourself - and you have no idea which circuit breaker it is - in order to find the correct circuit breaker - plug in a radio and turn it on. Then you keep shutting off circuit breakers till the sound quits.

    • @traceymcgaughey3504
      @traceymcgaughey3504 Рік тому +7

      Never thought of this.. Great tip!

    • @litedesign82
      @litedesign82 Рік тому +8

      If you’ve got $50, invest in a circuit breaker finder kit. Plug the transmitter into the outlet, then go to the panel and wave the wand past each breaker till it beeps. Great device.

    • @debimoseley3590
      @debimoseley3590 Рік тому +6

      That is a great idea. My husband always makes me stand there with lights. Love the radio idea ☺️

    • @DiabloOutdoors
      @DiabloOutdoors Рік тому +4

      Brilliant!

    • @keithpoole3358
      @keithpoole3358 Рік тому +2

      ​@@litedesign82 unless you're in the trade, don't waste your money on such a specific tool. Coming from an electrician

  • @fishingpinky3165
    @fishingpinky3165 Рік тому +192

    Thank you for not having annoying background music like so many youtubers do. Great video from a 63 year old handywoman.

    • @rhoonah5849
      @rhoonah5849 Рік тому +13

      Agreed. I have stopped watching so many videos because of annoying music or the video being split between the content I am interested in and someone playing a video game, etc.

    • @Tinyteacher1111
      @Tinyteacher1111 Рік тому +5

      Me too!

    • @janetphillips2875
      @janetphillips2875 Рік тому +6

      I cant stand annoying music, or those silly laughter tracks added to videos when theyre not part of the content necessary. Im the only one in my family that fixes things at my Mother's house, and I like to learn anything new.

    • @gene9230
      @gene9230 Рік тому

      well he has some annoying noise in the backgrownd

    • @jamesborton9237
      @jamesborton9237 11 місяців тому +1

      Fishingpinky, I also hate it when the youtubers, have pets, kids, nature noises, background noises in their videos. I often give a THUMBS DOWN when I encounter these videos. OR I stop the video and back out of it. When the you tuber WASTES my time with this nonsense, I boycott their videos.

  • @carolynbrookens5348
    @carolynbrookens5348 2 роки тому +135

    Thank you...I am a 74 year old grandma and I do a lot of repairs myself (almost all my life) and your voice is easy to listen to, you speak clearly and explain the project to be fixed exactly to the point. (No chit chat about family or other non essential information. ) This has been very helpful and I have subscribed.

    • @e-spy
      @e-spy Рік тому +5

      lol, he looks a bit like Nicholas Cage, I think.

    • @Whistlewalk
      @Whistlewalk Рік тому +1

      Yes. Thanks for pointing this out clearly.

    • @realtyrocks1969
      @realtyrocks1969 7 місяців тому +1

      Well grandma your family is non-essential too.

  • @imadumas2
    @imadumas2 Рік тому +35

    I really appreciate how well-done and informative these videos are. No annoying flair bs , just well-presented solid, easily-understood information about almost any topic a homeowner is likely to encounter- Thanks so much!!!!

    • @eldnah-n8o
      @eldnah-n8o 8 місяців тому

      I always bend the prongs on the plug and the plug will ALWAYS snug up perfectly.

  • @DADSGETNDOWN
    @DADSGETNDOWN 3 роки тому +848

    "How to 'fix' a loose outlet". REPLACE IT WITH A NEW ONE. Nice and short, quick to the point.

    • @jamesharris8583
      @jamesharris8583 3 роки тому +50

      Seriously. He doesn't say anything about fixing, just replace with a new outlet. Just know that's all this is. Seeing the inside of the outlet was cool though.

    • @jager9825
      @jager9825 3 роки тому +16

      No, no, no, you guys forgot wrapping the plug ends with tin foil!

    • @DADSGETNDOWN
      @DADSGETNDOWN 3 роки тому +6

      @@jager9825 Even if Sarcasm, it still doesn't have anything to do with the video or the comment. Totally and completely unrelated, out in and out of left field as they say.

    • @ramavijaya148
      @ramavijaya148 3 роки тому +3

      Bro, it is just loose. WEcan take it out or just tighten the metal contact, or solder a small strip , it will work. why to throw it out . no waste

    • @slantedandenchanted.1992
      @slantedandenchanted.1992 3 роки тому +3

      No doubt. They are a few bucks and it takes a few minutes. Pfft.

  • @kkvz2228
    @kkvz2228 3 роки тому +205

    I live in a rental & had no idea why 3 of the outlets in my bedroom were like this. I have bent the prongs & the cords still fall out. I'm a 70 year old woman & found your video to be informative, to the point, & you have a pleasant speaking voice. Thank you for the information.

    • @brianperry4815
      @brianperry4815 3 роки тому +12

      Don`t feel bad, When I lived in an apartment it was so old the outlets would not allow the newer plugs and no ground. I had to replace them myself with my own money to use.
      Spent around $20 to put decent outlets in so the landlord could not say it would cause fires or popping of the breakers.I was there because rent was cheap.

    • @Layarion
      @Layarion 3 роки тому +3

      damn, 70? i'm surprised your hip doesn't break when you reach down to the outlet.

    • @kkvz2228
      @kkvz2228 3 роки тому +61

      @@Layarion I guess you haven't been around many older women since what you said is pretty ridiculous.

    • @Layarion
      @Layarion 3 роки тому +3

      @@kkvz2228 oh idk, i just see the numbers "70" and think about how ancient that must feel

    • @hellkell8693
      @hellkell8693 3 роки тому +34

      @@Layarion clown.

  • @GaryLiseo
    @GaryLiseo 2 роки тому +13

    I recently bought a house and had to replace most of the outlets because they were worn out, nonfunctioning, or even broken.
    Great video and clear explanations of what’s going on inside the outlets

  • @charliesgrumma5388
    @charliesgrumma5388 Рік тому +20

    *FUN FACTOID: A two prong cord that will only plug in one way is called a "polarized plug" and will have one spade that is wider than the other one. The smaller of the two spades is the "hot" side (copper colored screw on the receptacle) and the widest spade is the "neutral" side (silver colored screw). The "round" spade on a three prong plug is always the ground wire. When installing a GFI (ground fault interrupter) (where two or more receptacles are on the same circuit be sure to install the GFI at the first receptacle or closest receptacle to the breaker box. This will trip and stop the current to all receptacles down the line behind it in case of one shorting out.*

    • @eldnah-n8o
      @eldnah-n8o 8 місяців тому

      Just bend the prongs. They always fit perfect and snug and there is never a problem. I have several outlets throughout my house where they are worn but I bent the prongs inwards and shoved the plug in and never had a problem again. You can't tell me that's a hazard, can ya? I mean I do wonder why that would not be an acceptable solution for someone who don't wanna take the damn thing apart. I have bent them for decades, never had a problem that I know of. There must be a reason why he does not mention that.

    • @charliesgrumma5388
      @charliesgrumma5388 8 місяців тому

      @@eldnah-n8o Probably only two reasons that I can think of as to why this is not mentioned. One, when the connection is "loose" sparks or arching can occur inside the wall when contact is made with the plug. And also devices that use a moderate amount of electricity such as an electric heater for example can overheat the plug and cause an electrical fire if there is a poor connection between the appliance and the electrical connection.

  • @dweblinveltz5035
    @dweblinveltz5035 3 роки тому +9

    Subbed because of this. most other diy channels would have completely skipped the outlet receptacle removal, reattaching of wires, etc, leaving me with tons of questions. Learned more than I expected to with this one.

  • @gordjohn2322
    @gordjohn2322 2 роки тому +54

    THANK YOU for such a clear, easy to understand and informative presentation. Another thing I really appreciate about your presentations is that you have none of that silly so called music or any other distractions in your video's. I've seen other people have that useless noise so loud it almost downs out their voice. Keep up the good work.

    • @alvallac2171
      @alvallac2171 Рік тому +1

      *videos (plural non-possessive)
      video's = possessive (or a contraction of "video is/has")
      Apostrophes are for contractions or possessive nouns, not for pluralizing or random words that happen to end in -s.
      *drowns

    • @gordjohn2322
      @gordjohn2322 Рік тому

      @@alvallac2171 Thank you for correcting me about the proper use of apostrophes. It seems I've picked up a bad habit or two during the past 60 or more years since I sat in a classroom trying to absorb that kind of knowledge. I think I also need to hunt up one of the manual typewriters I learned to type on and practice my spelling. :) Electric typewriters were just coming on the market, but we didn't have one at my school. Computer? What's that? Never heard of such a thing.

    • @c17nav
      @c17nav Рік тому

      @@gordjohn2322 Using a computer is not a factor. Poor grammar and misuse of a word are.

    • @gordjohn2322
      @gordjohn2322 Рік тому +1

      @@c17nav Thank you Mr. Alexander for reminding me that everyone should always use proper grammar and be very selective in their choice of words. It must be very frustrating for you to read comments made by ordinary people like myself and have to endure the way they mutilate the English language. Would I be correct in assuming that you have never made a typing error in your whole life? Now sir, I hope you have a nice day.

    • @c17nav
      @c17nav Рік тому

      @@gordjohn2322 Responding to your previous question, I have made thousands of typos in my life. And grammar problems. Your reply exhibits that you carefully crafted it, as opposed to publishing the first draft. I do the same, especially for technical authoring. But like other mere mortals, I unfortunately can (and do) err - particularly when deadlines are near. UA-cam commentary rarely requires deadlines. Contributors should allow themselves time to finesse their comments. Peace ☮️ 🖖

  • @Caitja
    @Caitja Рік тому +8

    I’m not by any means a ‘handy woman’, but have always been intrigued by how things work. Thank you for a clear and concise explanation of how things work and how to repair. I won’t ever attempt, but it’s nice to have the knowledge to relate to a repairman if need be.

  • @carlbussmann7559
    @carlbussmann7559 2 роки тому +12

    I always learn something from Scott. The camera angles and lighting are good to learn from and his presentation is excellent. I try not to miss any of his videos; there's always something to learn from each.

  • @johnalderman9899
    @johnalderman9899 3 роки тому +38

    I cannot believe this is what I am doing right now. This is like instant knowledge. I cannot thank you enough !!!

  • @DallasBoricua
    @DallasBoricua 2 роки тому +5

    Thanks for taking the time and making this video. I never thought about it, I just replaced the outlet. However, your video explained more than just replacing. Your outlet comparisons and explanations made all the difference. I know of one outlet I need to replace today. It too is an outlet that is used for a vacuum cleaner all the time. All the best.

  • @netdoctor1
    @netdoctor1 2 роки тому +103

    Scott:
    I for one appreciate your willingness to share your skills and knowledge.
    Please don't be put off by constructive critique. These guys, regardless of their motivation, are taking the time to praise, correct, redirect, etc. The information they provide gives us all a complete picture of the issue or process.
    Keep doing what you're doing. 89 million views must mean you're doing something right!

    • @BrianLopez-gz8ux
      @BrianLopez-gz8ux 2 роки тому +3

      Amen

    • @hicknopunk
      @hicknopunk 2 роки тому +1

      If only he used a locking outlet for vending machines (key type). Then put on a locking consumer power bar (the twist lock type).

    • @pakuma3
      @pakuma3 Рік тому +1

      It's his georgeous eyes 👀

    • @toshikotanaka3249
      @toshikotanaka3249 Рік тому

      @@pakuma3 - I noticed that too.

  • @vivianlawrence778
    @vivianlawrence778 Рік тому +3

    GREAT VIDEO. You're very good at explaining this. I'm a 65 year young woman who has never had to do home fixes because my husband is very handy, however, after watching this video, I honestly believe I could sucessfully replace an old outlet; and without frying myself!!!! Thank so much!

  • @Quacks0
    @Quacks0 3 роки тому +28

    7:10 Another advantage of cutting off the old hook-bent wire-ends (if the existing wire-length allows it) is that you will not be re-using the already flexed-several times wire-ends that could thus be embrittled from metal-fatigue; for maximum current-carrying capability, you'll always want nice "fresh" solid wire that hasn't been cracked or abraded.

  • @vh4355
    @vh4355 3 роки тому +135

    Even if you are not comfortable replacing an outlet, this is still one of those helpful tidbits I think every homeowner should know.

    • @RandyRandersonthefamous
      @RandyRandersonthefamous 3 роки тому +6

      You should be comfortable swapping an outlet and switch.

    • @MarcosElMalo2
      @MarcosElMalo2 2 роки тому +7

      Another cause of wear is when people yank the cord to disconnect the plug. If you do this for a couple years, the
      lateral force is essentially prying open the contacts. Always grasp the plug and pull straight out. That said, you might have an outlet behind a heavy piece of furniture with perhaps a lamp plugged in. The outlet and plug are hard to reach. I would be less concerned about this as you’re probably not unplugging the lamp very often. Pulling by the cord once a year is probably not going to substantially damage the outlet.

    • @juniorthornton3819
      @juniorthornton3819 2 роки тому

      I don't

    • @juniorthornton3819
      @juniorthornton3819 2 роки тому

      I'm a master electrician and I love to shut your channel down

    • @ptl5799
      @ptl5799 2 роки тому +2

      I like to know the right way to do something before I hire someone. Yes, I watch over their shoulder......

  • @everettwhite9874
    @everettwhite9874 2 роки тому +4

    This simple repair was interesting and I enjoyed it. Also, the comments were interesting hearing the explanations of possible problems and how one fix them was also very helpful.
    Big thanks for sharing the video and thank you to all the guy who offered some excellent information.

  • @brucegleason291
    @brucegleason291 2 роки тому +10

    Scott- thank you for a great video. You take your time and go step by step through the process explaining the what and why’s. All of your videos have been extremely helpful.

  • @bobby-bu3ky
    @bobby-bu3ky 3 роки тому +14

    I’m subscribing, this guy goes go straight to the point! He knows his trade well! thanks for the excellent tips!!!add another subscription!! Rob

  • @pinknsilverlady
    @pinknsilverlady 3 роки тому +7

    Thank You. This video has helped me understand why all my plugs keep falling out. I'm going out tomorrow and get the ones you suggested and replacing them. Again thank you. 🙏❤️

  • @ndj9533
    @ndj9533 2 роки тому +2

    You are so thorough in each video. I have been looking at your electrical videos and as a DIYer, try I am trying to follow the newest NEC code. Thank you for mentioning those throughout the videos.

  • @debbiel1228
    @debbiel1228 3 роки тому +19

    This was EXACTLY what I needed! Thank you for explaining what causes loose connections. I had no idea that there were basic instructions on the back of the outlet either. My new plugs had holes on the back for the quick connection option.

    • @bsanchez3563
      @bsanchez3563 2 роки тому +3

      If avoidable try an use the screw terminals or ensure that the holes may be secured by the screws in order to avoid the small springs being all that connects to wire and weakens over time from constant tension

    • @leekumiega9268
      @leekumiega9268 2 роки тому +3

      Those with holes where the wire is not held by screws like heavy duty ones are referred to as stab-lock or "back-stab" and should not be used , better outlets pay for themselves in the long run by lasting longer than cheap ones.

    • @jennywatts7054
      @jennywatts7054 2 роки тому +1

      Me too but my mom won’t let me

    • @jennywatts7054
      @jennywatts7054 2 роки тому +2

      😢

    • @bsanchez3563
      @bsanchez3563 2 роки тому +1

      @@jennywatts7054 well try to explain what the reasoning for the safety necessitated method of a sidewire is.

  • @johndidomenico6558
    @johndidomenico6558 3 роки тому +237

    Hello. I appreciate your effort showing the steps in replacing an electric outlet. I myself have been an electrician for over 30 years and have been an expert electric trouble shooter. If I may critique you a bit just for constructive purposes. As you had said licensed electrician do not like non contact volt sticks. That is correct . Any tester that you need to put batteries in to give a reading just isn't a good idea. Through experience I've learned this as many of my peers have as well. The next thing is. Putting 2 wires under thst same screw isn't the best idea in my opinion. You only have 2 wires on each side. Put 1 wire under 1 terminal screw and the other wire in the 2nd terminal screw. First reason is heat the one screw holding both wires will create more heat. Spreading out the load a bit by using both screws will help distribute that more evenly. Another reason the wire being solid copper does put resistive weight on the outlet as you push it in the box. The wire will push against the terminal screw and that weight plus the electric usage can cause the screws to loosen due to vibration and expansion and contracting. An even better method is to pig tail the wires so only 1 wire goes to the outlet on each side. If you do have an outlet issue and it goes bad it won't affect the rest of the circuit. Just my opinion.

    • @tee86ify
      @tee86ify 3 роки тому +11

      Pig tailing is best option.
      Yes contactless testers are ways electricians die. Bad battery and a bad thing can happen

    • @jimzimmerman5288
      @jimzimmerman5288 3 роки тому +19

      Double lugging is a code violation anyway.

    • @christophervilla1891
      @christophervilla1891 2 роки тому +22

      Great comment - I'm just a PC repair guy, however I have done some home repair on electrical items... Could you please elaborate on "pigtailing" - IF I understand correctly, does that mean twist the two wires on each side into a cap, with a third wire (presumable a small piece one would cut with the same gauge) extending out into the screw?

    • @bobbygunn2393
      @bobbygunn2393 2 роки тому +7

      Another thing to mention is to check to see if the bonding tab that connects the two receptacles together has not been cut.if it has been cut then the two wires need to be one in each terminal because one receptacle is likely controlled by a switch on the wall. Usually in older homes without ceiling lights this way you can plug a lamp in the one controlled by the switch on the wall. By the way only break the hot bonding tab and leave the neutral intact

    • @appel199
      @appel199 2 роки тому +18

      I always pig taiil if there is more than one wire. Another reason to pigtail is if something goes wrong in the receptacle it will not knockout other receptacles down the line.

  • @texasseastar
    @texasseastar 3 роки тому +12

    Video Popped up in my timeline. I’ve got a house full of these crappy old outlets that I need to switch out. This video is really informative.

    • @Sabbathissaturday
      @Sabbathissaturday 3 роки тому +1

      They are watching us...they know ;) ✋🏻 from the high desert of Texas.

  • @sherricabinaw8474
    @sherricabinaw8474 2 роки тому +2

    Great video! You helped me understand what happened to the outlet and how to fix it. Thank you!
    My husband plays the guitar and his amps pull a lot of juice. Which in turn weakened the outlet. I look forward to more videos.

  • @magnus_the_grouchy_gamer
    @magnus_the_grouchy_gamer 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this video. I am a new homeowner and the house I bought is 130 years old! I have several outlets where plugs just fall out and now I have the resource I need to replace them!

  • @lovingatlanta
    @lovingatlanta 2 роки тому +9

    👍The details of “why” it happens is interesting. Thank you for taking the time to make & post this video. 🙏💝

  • @sig9girl
    @sig9girl 2 роки тому +9

    Thanks for sharing this! I am finding a few of my outlets are loose. My house was built in 1954, so I guess that’s definitely to be expected! I will be tackling this issue this week!

    • @janesmith716
      @janesmith716 2 роки тому +1

      I wish I had the outlets from 1954, everything new is garbage.

    • @robertagannon442
      @robertagannon442 2 роки тому

      Mines from 1949 & we definitely have the outlets from long ago 🤓

  • @angelinef.3637
    @angelinef.3637 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for explaining why that happens and showing the solution! Even if I don’t replace it myself at least now I know why and how. Appreciate your generosity in sharing your knowledge so clearly.

  • @soniatriana9091
    @soniatriana9091 Рік тому

    Scott, thank you for sharing so much important information!! Whether you own, renter, or are a Landlord, everyone wants to be safe in their living environment/home!!
    You provided such excellent information about safety, that we all need to know!! What a great service you provided to those of us who need to learn/know this valuable information!!
    👍🏻🤗👏🏻👏🏻

  • @greenback123
    @greenback123 3 роки тому +3

    Great advice on upgrading to commercial grade. They seem to never lose their plug grip tension.

  • @heroknaderi
    @heroknaderi 3 роки тому +5

    I appreciate your video. And one thing I love about metal boxes is the screws turn very easily vs some plastic boxes the screws require more torque.

    • @toriless
      @toriless 3 роки тому

      It has never been any problem for me.

  • @natalianatasha-nikitaescov3147
    @natalianatasha-nikitaescov3147 2 роки тому +1

    you are very patient. Thank you, wow you helped resolve other electrical issues that had simply stumped me. But you explaining the hot and the neutral etc... made sense why I have shorts in this house that I have been bequeathed by my late husband. God bless you.

  • @terrbare60
    @terrbare60 Рік тому

    I'm a diy'r I do ground down. This is from the 10 things about an outlet. I really like your videos. I'm from South Dakota and I come across quite a few limp and lazy I called them outlets that are worn out from space heaters and whatever causes them to get hot and limp. Thanks and be safe!

  • @JasonEDragon
    @JasonEDragon 3 роки тому +212

    The other safety issue besides exposed prongs is that a loose receptacle makes a poor electrical connection. The increased resistance at the receptacle produces localized heating that can damage the insulation of the wires. I'd replace any receptacle that doesn't hold a 2 prong plug as tightly as a new receptacle. If either the neutral or hot prong is loose enough then you can have a fire hazard - even if the ground prong makes a firm connection.

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  3 роки тому +22

      Hey Jason, thanks for the feedback and agree the increased heat doesn't do any favors for the life of the receptacle.

    • @waynegram8907
      @waynegram8907 3 роки тому +3

      How can you measure the "leakage current" ?

    • @rickhunt3183
      @rickhunt3183 3 роки тому +14

      Thats exactly right..loose wires cause fires. I recommend looking at every outlet with a load on thermal infrared, the beakers too. It only cost about 2 dollars to replace a 20 year old receptacle.

    • @waynegram8907
      @waynegram8907 3 роки тому +4

      @@rickhunt3183 what do you mean by a load on thermal infrared?

    • @JasonEDragon
      @JasonEDragon 3 роки тому +15

      @@waynegram8907 He means that you need to plug in something that will draw a high current - such as a hair dryer. If there is unacceptable resistance at the outlet then you will see the outlet heat up on the infrared camera. On the other hand, if you only plug in something that draws a small current, like a LED light, then there won't be much resistive heating to detect

  • @JWEmbry-wc7qi
    @JWEmbry-wc7qi 3 роки тому +3

    Good info and examples! Thanks for taking the time to record and upload this for us.

  • @sns1804
    @sns1804 Рік тому

    Yes, I didn't know there was a commercial and residential grade outlet. Now I know what to do about the extra contact screw that's typically left out. If not used, screw it back in. Thank you for filling in those "gaps" in my knowledge. You made my life more complete.

  • @Yeakerr
    @Yeakerr 5 місяців тому

    My dad was a electrician did houses and also worked at some nuclear plants .Im a sheetmetal journeyman i wish i listened to him more now that im remodeling my house but your videos are very helpfull .those steel boxes like that in my house i know my dad fixed for me at one time when i open them they always have a couple of black tape wraps around them to keep from shorting out .

  • @bludelphinium994
    @bludelphinium994 3 роки тому +8

    I’ve been dealing with this problem and have been wanting to fix it for a long time but didn’t know how.
    Thanks! ⭐️

    • @andycopeland7051
      @andycopeland7051 3 роки тому

      Lol had no idea that I needed to replace it! O wait actually that was the only thing I could imagine doing.
      Is that what you're saying?

    • @andycopeland7051
      @andycopeland7051 3 роки тому

      @Twisted Hillbilly ditto

  • @richardrobertson1331
    @richardrobertson1331 3 роки тому +8

    Well done. Thanks for posting this important basic video. I wish you would have let us see you get all those old wires back into the box after the new socket was attached. That's always been my challenge . . . they just seem to resist my best efforts (especially 12 ga wire). Thanks, again.

    • @bsanchez3563
      @bsanchez3563 2 роки тому +2

      Yeah well this is true- ngl solid core wire if it is either stiff type of metal or kinda thick then it can be pretty resistant to going where it's supposed to go.

  • @MysticalMe131
    @MysticalMe131 2 роки тому +1

    You are Totally Amazing at Teaching Someone who knows nothing about electrical plugs and all. Thank you so much.

  • @marccannon1776
    @marccannon1776 2 роки тому +2

    Most thorough and efficient how to fix outlet video on the tube. Thanks !

  • @jasonw6688
    @jasonw6688 3 роки тому +5

    Thank you for posting this, this was very helpful. 😊 Seriously, thank you. I've been having the same issue with an outlet at my house and now I learned something new. 😊

    • @toriless
      @toriless 3 роки тому

      Biggest issue I had was the GC used back wiring and the electrician side wiring so I had to remove all the back wiring and make it code compliant where the GC had installed it. All the GFCI was correct but not the AFCI and about half the switch were one way vs the other.

  • @donsmith7354
    @donsmith7354 3 роки тому +104

    Old school electrician taught me as a last step. Wrap the outlet with electrical tape covering the contact screws as an added safety measure.

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  3 роки тому +12

      Yeah, I think there are a number of people who recommended the same. I honestly don't see it much here in Illinois from the properties I have worked on.

    • @robertthomas5906
      @robertthomas5906 3 роки тому +23

      Man, don't do that. That electrical tape will dry out, sometimes they get hot and could get into the socket itself and make a mess. I've seen it. Are you sure he's an electrician? If I found that I'd inspect every socket in the house. Who knows what you'd find. Follow the standards. They really know what they're talking about. If they say wrap it, wrap it. If the don't say wrap it, don't wrap it. That's because they didn't test it wrapped. Now you're making someone a test subject. What he's doing is substandard. As long as you stick with parts that are to code you're going to be fine. No need for tape.

    • @daledoe-baggins
      @daledoe-baggins 3 роки тому +38

      @@robertthomas5906 Almost every electrician I've ever known will put electrical tape around the outlet if it's going into a metal box.

    • @knotbumper
      @knotbumper 3 роки тому +29

      @@robertthomas5906 Not sure where you got that information. 42 years in the trade, we do it all the time, that way when you re pulling an outlet or a switch you stand less chance of shorting it out. It also speeds up service work. Not sure what sort of tape you are using but even the current cheap vinyl plstic tape does not "dry out' you get something like 33 that is made to last longer than your lifetime.

    • @robertthomas5906
      @robertthomas5906 3 роки тому +14

      @@knotbumper A guy telling me I'm wrong who admits to pulling live outlets and switches. LOL. It's not needed. I have to wonder why you're pulling outlets and switches while they're live. You're not going to short out one if it's not live and if it's installed it won't hit. Unless you really try to make it short out or something is damaged I suppose. I've tried, the screw on the socket isn't long enough to touch as long as you're using materials that are to code. Even on a budget builder grade 60 year old socket. It's fool proof, however that's only idiot resistant.
      There is only one time I ever came across a socket that was wrapped like this. That same guy also hooked a 50 amp range to an original 40 year old 20 amp circuit. No change in wires. He also wired fans into a wall and dry-walled around it. The bug inside the wall was about the size of a baseball (and the tape was drying out and failing). In other words - he was clueless and a danger to anyone in the house. We found all kinds of serious violations in that house that had to be corrected. Many thousands of dollars to fix. New wires, new breakers, new sockets (he used cheapest and then broke plastic on some of them), one room we had to re-wire entirely to meet code. All the drywall had to come down and then we found out the wall wasn't even to code. 36" center to stud spacing. Non load bearing, however it should still be right.
      I feel safe betting $100 that I could pick at random 100 houses and not one of them would have a wrapped socket. Maybe you like wasting money on electrical tape? Wire it correctly, do neat work and you don't need electrical tape. It'll look like a professional did it. With tape it'll look like a home owner or "handyman" that was clueless did it. Just my advice.

  • @bertsheridan2567
    @bertsheridan2567 Рік тому

    I love this guys simple and accurate descriptions of methods and materials

  • @songsan807
    @songsan807 Рік тому

    Thanks for this great video. Have 2 outlets at home with this current issue for a couple of weeks and now understand why this is happening. Should be able to change them out now quickly.

  • @markc2643
    @markc2643 3 роки тому +8

    I like how you mentioned hotel rooms with lose outlets. I've seen several hotel rooms where the wall outlets were inaccessible, and all the newer lamp base outlets were so loose that my phone charger wouldn't stay connected to charge my phone. I told the front desk the maids were plugging the vacuum cleaner into the lamp bases which is a problem since some of those outlets are only rated at maximum 3 amps.

    • @grandmajane2593
      @grandmajane2593 3 роки тому

      I can understand why they do that. Those outlets are always located in some far inconvenient place. People don't want to move furniture just to plug something in.

    • @toriless
      @toriless 3 роки тому

      3A, what garbage dump were they from, I have never seen anything under 15A.

    • @markc2643
      @markc2643 3 роки тому +3

      @@toriless I'm talking about the outlet built into the base of a lamp that you can plug in a phone charger. I'm in a hotel right now and it has a sticker on it saying 3.5AMP Max Combined. That is the norm for auxiliary outlets on appliances, not 15 AMPS.

    • @CDeMar22
      @CDeMar22 2 роки тому

      Not specifically in reference to the socket on the lamp itself, but it genuinely amazes me that hotels don't use flat front, 90º plugs behind furniture like nightstands to keep the plugs of the lamps, alarm clock, etc., from getting mangled from the furniture shifting around and ending up pulled out exposed halfway from the wall just waiting for someone to touch - OR drop something metal off the nightstand and enjoy a nice fireworks show.

  • @MrArdytube
    @MrArdytube 2 роки тому +6

    Lol, I have often run into this problem. It never occurred to me that an outlet could wear out!!! It is kind of amazing that a better quality part costs so little more than the cheap version. Another thing to be aware of is that you can now get outlets with usb power built in…. A nice convenience to avoid a power brick for electronics

  • @KennethShaggy
    @KennethShaggy 5 місяців тому

    Love your guide man it was a huge help towards restoring outlets around the halfway house I live in!

  • @7SeventhFromAdam
    @7SeventhFromAdam Рік тому

    First time viewer here. I have zero knowledge about electricity, wiring, etc., except for plugging my phone charger and turning on/off light switches.
    Great job explaining how to fix and replace sunken outlets. Straightforward. Clear. Understandable. Your demo made this job look so easy. You got me interested in doing electrical stuff. 😂 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @SuperPaul2006
    @SuperPaul2006 3 роки тому +42

    When I was an electrician I learned that wrapping electrical tape around the screws of the plug after connecting the wires helps prevent the risk of the screws touching the sides of the metal box and prevents shortening out the breaker.

    • @hiseminencetheholymacdiarmada
      @hiseminencetheholymacdiarmada 3 роки тому +4

      When the proper outlets and proper boxes are used and the wires are connected properly, there is absolutely no chance of shorting. Wrapping tape around it is pointless. If you’re hooking up and there is a potential for shorting, then you need to find a new profession, and a good defense lawyer for that matter.

    • @Tre16
      @Tre16 3 роки тому +11

      @@hiseminencetheholymacdiarmada there is absolutely a chance on single gang metal boxes. Tf you talking about lol

    • @thecloneguyz
      @thecloneguyz 3 роки тому +4

      Most people don't realize you're supposed to replace a breaker after 5-7 trips because it breaks easier every time

    • @lufknuht5960
      @lufknuht5960 3 роки тому +2

      What do you mean "screws of the plug"??? Typical plugs on appliances have no screws. Do you mean the screws of the outlets???

    • @timhammond691
      @timhammond691 3 роки тому +9

      @Kevin Matheson Did you think that this is an older home since the receptacle is obviously worn out and metal boxes were the only option when this was constructed? Wrapping tape around the receptacle before installation is a common practice that helps prevent shorts if the screw and wire termination becomes loose due to vibration or possible heating and cooling cycles when using high amperage appliances like vacuums.

  • @chriswatts2096
    @chriswatts2096 3 роки тому +3

    Cool. I learned something, thanks.
    My mother’s house has several bad ones.
    Cord falls out and I get the call to come reset the clock.

  • @marcd1981
    @marcd1981 Рік тому

    Thank you for this video. Very good information, presented in a straightforward manner. No-fluff videos are very much appreciated. And the tool list was a nice touch, thank you for that, as well.

  • @waynecole1918
    @waynecole1918 2 роки тому +1

    I like your videos,, they are well done and quite informative. One thing I think you could've mentioned, is you had two hots and two commons, that you removed from BOTH screws on each side of the old receptacle, but you put the two (hots & commons) back onto only one of the screws on each side of the new receptacle when you re-installed them. Perhaps you should've mentioned that the upper and lower receptacles are linked together by a "jumper" of sorts. Just in case anyone noticed and was confused.

  • @SJmystic
    @SJmystic 3 роки тому +16

    Great visuals and easy-to-understand narration. I appreciated all the tips you included and how clearly you described and illustrated it all. Thank you for taking the time to make this!!!

  • @goldenpun5592
    @goldenpun5592 3 роки тому +116

    Any do-it-yourself video where you aren't sitting there thinking, "GET ON WITH IT" is a good video. Good job.

    • @sempertubby
      @sempertubby 3 роки тому +10

      I second this notion. Just get to the job...I don't need the backstory. Thanks for keeping it to the point.

    • @davidbeaulieu4815
      @davidbeaulieu4815 3 роки тому +2

      I'm very tempted when I move out to f*** this up for my landlord. I should be the one having to do this. Thankfully my dad's an electrician unfortunately he's dead but I have all his tools

    • @jamesharris8583
      @jamesharris8583 3 роки тому +4

      Maybe I'm getting old or impatient. Several times I thought "get on with it already" and skipped ahead.

    • @FactsMatter
      @FactsMatter 3 роки тому

      Really? 11 minutes for a simple "how to replace an outlet" video? You're more patient than I am.

    • @Sactowoman69
      @Sactowoman69 3 роки тому

      Just fast forward already.

  • @bagpipes978
    @bagpipes978 2 роки тому +2

    Fantastic video! I have a wobbly plug insert and now I not only know why but I know how to replace it. Thank you so much for your excellent step by step instructional video! I'm now a new subscriber! 😊

  • @chilledoutpaul
    @chilledoutpaul 2 роки тому +2

    I use to be an electrician in the UK (retired now) and yes I do know a little bit about American electrics but it is nice to watch a Americans wire up things to see the differences between us! We have 2 new things we have to do now; The first is to PROVE something's dead (you can now buy a new 2 part test meters here). And the second is now the electrical council prefers you to use a torque wrench screwdrivers (obviously to make sure the connection is the correct tightness) "I dont know if the torque screwdriver is regulation yet". The UK the electrical council has for the last 20 years or so has been quite hot on health and safety and has always been hot on making sure the equipment your working on is dead and tagged out.

  • @elsie3255
    @elsie3255 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you. I live in an apartment complex. Have complained about the outlets doing just that. Not holding and was told to just bend the prongs so they hold. True statement. Guess I will go buy my own and then have them installed. Safety hazard, eh! God bless you and keep you safe.

    • @stevenmartinez5531
      @stevenmartinez5531 3 роки тому

      Lol..... That's what I did too!

    • @TomCee53
      @TomCee53 2 роки тому

      Send the landlord the bill for the outlets, at least, and get the better ones. If you are replacing 2-prong outlets, you should be using gfci or afci outlets. Even without a ground wire, they are preferred.

  • @bigboybuilder
    @bigboybuilder 3 роки тому +10

    the 59 cent recpt is just for contractors to make extra money, a specification or hospital grade is the only one i buy because i worked at a place that built pumps and every single one was plugged in (thousand times a day) and ran to test flow, pressure and draw, as a result the cheep ones wouldn't last a day, on the spec and hospital grade the plastic would wear out to the point where you could touch the metal with your little finger but would hold the plug.

  • @zippyustar6350
    @zippyustar6350 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you for taking the time/ easy to listen and no crazy drama or pink hair / thank you for being good at what u do 💡👏🏻🥳💋

  • @twopoolpeople
    @twopoolpeople Рік тому +1

    Great to the point video and no annoying music! Thank you...

  • @Around_The_Home
    @Around_The_Home 2 роки тому +47

    What a licensed electrician taught me was after removing the receptacle (or switch or other device), push the no contact voltage tester deep into the box because electric code does allow cable from different circuits to be in the same box. So while power to the receptacle would be off, cable in the box from a different circuit could still be energized. Also, it is kinda hard to use an outlet tester when you are working on a switch.
    p.s. If the wood paneling extends past the edge of the box, you probably want to use a box extender to protect the combustible (the paneling) from the electrical components.

    • @duannehohn3118
      @duannehohn3118 2 роки тому

      Hmm..why would a live circuit be in a receptacle box if it doesnt feed the plug?
      In thirty yrs in the industry i have never come across that..both commercial and residential.

    • @duannehohn3118
      @duannehohn3118 2 роки тому

      I believe your electrician meant junction boxes, not receptacle boxes..in that term, he is correct.

    • @Around_The_Home
      @Around_The_Home 2 роки тому +2

      @@duannehohn3118 In my garage, I have a three gang box. It has two switches and one receptacle. The two switches are on a 15A circuit that operate two separate lights. The receptacle is on a 20A circuit. To safely work in the box, power to both branch circuits has to be turned off.

    • @duannehohn3118
      @duannehohn3118 2 роки тому

      The video shows a single plug..not a three gang box.

    • @Around_The_Home
      @Around_The_Home 2 роки тому +1

      @@duannehohn3118 Doesn't matter. Code still allows more than one branch circuit inside a box.

  • @jbs8659
    @jbs8659 3 роки тому +46

    Great video. Big thumbs up for showing us the insides of the old receptacle and the new one. Thank you for the explanation on why it happens.

  • @PalmerS05
    @PalmerS05 Рік тому

    Thanks very much. Need to replace one of these tomorrow and a video like this is exactly what I was looking for.

  • @neipas09
    @neipas09 2 роки тому +1

    The tamper protection was broken on that and you still installed it... WOW!!!

  • @kentw.england2305
    @kentw.england2305 3 роки тому +60

    Non-contact testers detect live wires on switched outlets that plug-in testers do not. Love the outlet autopsy.

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  3 роки тому +5

      Thanks Kent 👍

    • @rickgalbraith2752
      @rickgalbraith2752 3 роки тому +2

      The only time where non-contact testers show hot where a contact testeer won't is where the switch is on the neutral side, so not cutting off hot from the outlet.

    • @byron7165
      @byron7165 3 роки тому +3

      @@rickgalbraith2752 but that would be a code violation in every jurisdiction.

    • @PhantomWorksStudios
      @PhantomWorksStudios 3 роки тому +3

      @@byron7165 it is but I've seen it multiple times...

    • @spvillano
      @spvillano 3 роки тому +2

      @@PhantomWorksStudios same here.
      A prizewinner was one, whose rocket scientist who ran those runs, switched neutral and supplied hot from both buses of the service! Thought it was off, checked, cussed all the way back to the fuse box.
      That one was a Frankenstein job, knob and tube, modern wiring amateurishly ran, five alarm fire waiting to happen.

  • @pinchpeak5203
    @pinchpeak5203 3 роки тому +4

    An easy 20 minute fix for something that makes such a difference. Thanks a lot

  • @mikesims1075
    @mikesims1075 2 роки тому

    Thank you for mentioning proper use of the stripping tool. Excellent video!

  • @bikerchick563
    @bikerchick563 2 роки тому

    Wow! What an awesome video. Thanks so much for explaining all of this. I've already replaced my outlets before. But this video taught me more.

  • @macyr2216
    @macyr2216 3 роки тому +20

    FYI, your outlet has wire strippers built onto it . The notches on metal by screw holes, 15mm and 17 mm strip.

    • @wjanis1
      @wjanis1 3 роки тому +3

      Jane told you

    • @leewhite5594
      @leewhite5594 3 роки тому +2

      FYI not all receptacles have that. In fact the commercial grade he is using to replace the old one in this video does not.

    • @devilliar3786
      @devilliar3786 3 роки тому

      @@wjanis1 I told Jane

    • @waitaminute2015
      @waitaminute2015 3 роки тому

      Thanks for the tip

    • @Vanilla_Icecream1231
      @Vanilla_Icecream1231 3 роки тому

      Lol the only time I would every use those slots that happen to strip wires is if for some reason I have to replace this plug right now but I have no wire strippers

  • @raysmalley4725
    @raysmalley4725 3 роки тому +3

    Rather than "worn out by current", it's more accurate to say the folded over metal in the receptacle has been used so much, it no longer has enough "spring" to hold the plug blade. Any house over 10yrs old will start having this happen in high use areas, especially in kitchens and bathrooms.
    I was a new build resi & service electrician for 12 yrs, and did tons of side work in old houses, particularly replacing plugs and switches in rental houses between tenants for a bunch of property management companies.
    Good videos, and good advice. And yeah, stop painting over receptacles.

    • @TomCee53
      @TomCee53 2 роки тому +2

      I agree with the paint, it really looks tacky after awhile. I generally remove the plates and put masking tape over the outlet. If necessary, you can plug into the outlet through the tape for a light, etc.

  • @jimfogle184
    @jimfogle184 Рік тому

    I REALLY liked your cutaways. Very clean and professional looking.

  • @libertyminuteman8720
    @libertyminuteman8720 2 роки тому +2

    For the receptacle connections, I came up with this memory jogger to remember the wire color for the silver terminal (Neutral).
    "What is the color and name of The Lone Ranger's horse?"
    Answer: White and Silver. So connect the white (Neutral) wire to the silver terminal.
    Definitely easy to remember for older folks and even younger fans of that heroic character.

  • @joesphmurphy4013
    @joesphmurphy4013 3 роки тому +4

    Thanks for the "how to" video; I learned something.

  • @lrobie123
    @lrobie123 3 роки тому +8

    I always use Professional grade plugs when replacing worn out 1980's style Residential grade 15 amp plugs at my home. Leviton brand

    • @Nick-bh1fy
      @Nick-bh1fy 3 роки тому +2

      @Brandon Penny by professional he probably means commercial or hospital grade which is more expensive, or u can get residential grade which is a lot cheaper in price. Both r sold at hardware stores

  • @joegibbs1742
    @joegibbs1742 Рік тому

    great explanation and I loved the look inside the outlets

  • @georgesadler7830
    @georgesadler7830 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much for helping me with the electrical basics.

  • @LNRRidez
    @LNRRidez 3 роки тому +8

    I'm deathly afraid of electricity as I witnessed an electrician hanging from conduit pipe getting electrocuted as a kid, your video not only made it look simple, but safe to do.

    • @CDeMar22
      @CDeMar22 2 роки тому +2

      @MLU8811 I can second this. There's almost no limit to how many times you can (and should) double- and triple- and quadruple- check things before touching them, and absolutely never assume anything is correct or using the appropriate color wire or any other things you might be tempted to take for granted, because you will never cease to be amazed at the horrifyingly sketchy things you will find, especially in older homes. Safety always comes first and there's no shame in checking things multiple times if you're feeling unsure and hesitant. Ideally, unless there's a reason you absolutely can't, you can just kill power to everything before working on things and that's always a nice extra peace-of-mind.

  • @doritoreiss8089
    @doritoreiss8089 2 роки тому +4

    My dad’s house was built in the 1960s, and I can’t remember ever having any issues with plugs not being secure in any outlets in that house (or him ever replacing any outlets). My house was built in 1994, and almost ALL of the outlets have this issue!

    • @JS-fj9ik
      @JS-fj9ik 2 роки тому

      Planned obsolescence. That's what they do, Sell you garbage. All they care about is stealing your time.🤷‍♂️

    • @Briluvr
      @Briluvr 2 роки тому

      My house was built in 1944 and all the outlets have this problem. Some were changed but some look very old

  • @mChav34
    @mChav34 Рік тому

    Your videos are clear and informative. Thank you

  • @TruckTaxiMoveIt
    @TruckTaxiMoveIt 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks I learned a couple of things, I didn't know that there were different ampage outlets and I didn't know about the gold side versus the non-gold side of the outlet

  • @NorthernChev
    @NorthernChev 3 роки тому +5

    On the topic of Tamper Resistant Outlets: As a kid in the late '60s and '70s I remember seeing TONs of "public service announcements" for kids teaching you to never insert anything into an outlet because you could get electrocuted. Actually doing it NEVER crossed my mind (as a child) UNTIL I had these warning videos hammered into my head, and then I wanted nothing more than to actually DO it. Now they had my curiosity pic'd. Now I HAD to do it just to find out WHY. ...the more ya know...

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  3 роки тому +2

      They probably started seeing increased injuries to children after the PSA started rolling 🤦‍♂️

  • @keithmikoff5547
    @keithmikoff5547 3 роки тому +6

    Sitting down or not, great video!

  • @jyunte
    @jyunte 6 місяців тому

    Thank you for the great video! The professional electrician I hired a few years ago to replace all my outlets and install new ones, used bargain basement outlets that still didn't hold 2-prong plugs! I replaced the worst offender with the outlet you recommended... No fire, no explosions... I know have a working outlet that even holds the plug for the vacuum cleaner that I used to clean up the mess from the drywall! Interestingly enough, the professional electrician had wound the ground wire on backwards! 😮

  • @jeannieelliott8519
    @jeannieelliott8519 Рік тому

    This video came up at just the right time. I have a bedroom I need new plug-ins installed, & now I know there's a difference 2 look 4. I'll definitely get the $2.00 plugs u recommend. Your Oregon Viewer.

  • @renegadeelectrical1264
    @renegadeelectrical1264 3 роки тому +11

    Good video.
    Only thing you missed was an add-a-depth for that plywood gap. (314.20. Can't have any setback when the box is located within combustible material.) If this were non-combustible you could have up to 1/4" of setback.

  • @campkohler9131
    @campkohler9131 2 роки тому +7

    1. Any replaced receptacle in living areas must include arc-fault protection. You can buy that for the replaced location, but cheaper to put it at the head of the circuit so that any down-stream receptacles can be replaced in the future with ordinary ones. 2. Anti-tamper is only required for new work by NEC (unless overridden by local code), but use it anyway to protect 12 kids that die every year. 3. Use only screw terminals vs. push-in to prevent intermittents decades later. 4. If circuit comes in on one set of screws and goes out on another, you must pigtail at least the neutrals together so that only one wire goes to the receptacle and removing same in future won't break neutral to downstream devices. 5. If replacing 2-prong with 3-prong, install GFCI at head of circuit and use provided NO GROUND labels at every 3-prong location to be legal. (Electronic protection effectively subs for missing ground wire.)

    • @bsanchez3563
      @bsanchez3563 2 роки тому

      Wait waht is oh ooh right the non living areas makes sense for the reason as to why the conceot of non arc fault circuit interupter outlets are sold still... otherwise they would be useless fwiw also Idk that so thx dawg

    • @christinagarcia9353
      @christinagarcia9353 2 роки тому

      i have no idea what any of this means

    • @Briluvr
      @Briluvr 2 роки тому

      My house has 2 prong and several 3 prong outlets (all have this drooping issue) but there is no ground. Do you think non grounded GFI outlet replacements would be acceptable or should I pay a few grand to have a new breaker box and new ROMEX?

  • @lakesuperiorgirl17
    @lakesuperiorgirl17 Рік тому

    This is so helpful and thanks for not having annoying music

  • @buckmclean8391
    @buckmclean8391 2 роки тому

    When I was in Europe I saw that all their outlets are recessed. Very smart design that we should be using here.

  • @mnleber
    @mnleber 3 роки тому +6

    When I remove receptacle that has 2 wires on each side I will pigtail the pairs and then wire to receptacle. This will reduce the possible reduction in wire in the box if you have to make repairs in future. Doing this at first installation makes it easier to put the receptacle in. One must ensure that you meet the code requirements for box fill.

    • @toriless
      @toriless 3 роки тому +1

      Normally the supply / neutral attaches to the top and the bottom is for the next receptacle. The also avoid excessive bundles.

  • @boatman222345
    @boatman222345 3 роки тому +3

    I can't remember which UA-cam video I saw this on but the guy pointed out that outlets can sometimes not be live enough to output 120 volts while being live enough to shock you. He therefore advocating a multi meter to read the actual voltage as the traditional style outlet checker will not light up without 120 volts present even if the voltage level is high to be dangerous to you. Sounds like a good idea to me and from here on out I'm opting for my multimeter. For those still using the style outlet checker used here make sure you plug it into a live outlet first to make sure the indicator bulb is functional. A dead bulb in the tester can result in a dead testee!

    • @toriless
      @toriless 3 роки тому

      Non-contact one will work s that situation too. You know they now have laser measuring tapes as well as multi-axis laser levels for putting in walls, welcome to the 21st century.

  • @Juli-ge4yp
    @Juli-ge4yp 2 роки тому

    Thank you for explaining everything so well.

  • @lumartin1908
    @lumartin1908 3 роки тому +2

    Very informative. All of the outlets in my bedroom are like this. They must have been pretty cheap outlets, because the bedroom addition is 50 years newer than the rest of my house. Will get those fixed right away!!

    • @CDeMar22
      @CDeMar22 2 роки тому

      I've had the contractor-grade devices from the big chains (Lowe's, Home Depot) fail within 3 years with minimal use. It's upsetting how cheaply things are made with almost seemingly complete disregard for safety. Definitely spring for the higher-quality.

  • @larrymckenzie6910
    @larrymckenzie6910 3 роки тому +3

    You can wire it like that but but if you put one wire under one screw and the other wire under the other screw if something happens to the plug the copper piece between the two screws act’s a fuse link and it can protect the circuit down the line and also makes it easier to find where the trouble is.

  • @rafabonati7757
    @rafabonati7757 3 роки тому +8

    This is a very good informative home repair video. Your presentation was clear and concise. Seeing this made me want to subscribe to find other home repair tips you have.

  • @bradbrown5659
    @bradbrown5659 2 роки тому

    Great video man . I have to do that in my house . she's older but solid. I have several plugs that aren't grounded . 1956. so I was told I can ground to the box. thanks for the video . subscribing .

  • @ssully1377
    @ssully1377 2 роки тому

    Excellent presentation! Thank you!