Repair > Home > ElectricalJanuary 20, 2011

Fixing an Electrical Outlet

Could someone describe the trouble-shooting procedures you would use to repair a non working 120 volt electrical outlet that is in the middle of a wall with 5 other outlets?

By Gabriela1 from Romania

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01/21/2011

You truly need to be asking a professional electrician for this answer because electrical problems can cause a fire. :-(

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By Jerry from Anaheim, CA

RE: Fixing an Electrical Outlet

It sounds like you have a lose connection. The sparks from this can burn your house down. Get it fixed by an electrician. (09/08/2010)

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