by Scott | Feb 9, 2016 | Electrician Santa Rosa, GFCI Breaker, Home Inspections, Uncategorized
Everybody knows what a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) receptacle looks like — they are the wall outlets with a test and reset button. They protect you from electrical shock and prevent electrical faults from damaging your appliances. Since wet areas make...
by Scott | Jan 26, 2016 | Circuit Breaker, Electrician Santa Rosa, GFCI Breaker, Uncategorized
GFCI breakers work by detecting improper electrical flow (a ground fault) and shutting down power to prevent injuries and fires. You can add this protection with GFCI outlets, but a protected breaker offers even more safety. Not sure if your home is up to code? Are...
by Scott | Feb 24, 2015 | Circuit Breaker, Electrical Tips, Electrician Santa Rosa, GFCI Breaker, Local Electrician, residential electrical repair, Residential Electrician, Uncategorized
GFCI protection is a required safety measure for virtually all outlets close to water or in outdoor areas. The term stands for ground fault circuit interrupter, meaning it can detect an electrical fault (incorrect energy flow) and shut off power before an accident or...
by Scott | Jan 13, 2015 | Circuit Breaker, Circuit Breaker Problems, Circuit Breaker Repair, GFCI Breaker, Uncategorized
Homes have been much safer from electrical problems and fires since the advent of the ground fault circuit interrupter, or GFCI. Everyone should know how to identify a GFCI breaker and outlet — so you know what to expect when you’re inspecting! A GFCI shuts itself off...
