The ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) has enjoyed phenomenal success as a life-saving electrical device. Since its introduction in the 1960s, the number of non-utility fatalities has declined ...

Expert DIYer April Wilkerson installs an outdoor GFCI outlet in just one hour with this simple electrical guide.

Outdoor electrical outlets or receptacles in your bathrooms or kitchen should be GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) protected. This type of circuit will prevent accidental death from electrical ...

Q: We’re selling our house, and the buyer had an inspection done on it. The bad news is that our bathroom needs a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) installed. It’s the only outlet in the ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Without circuit breakers, the electricity running through your walls could damage wiring and cause fires. There are several reasons why you ...