These types of plugs are on a special electrical circuit, a GFCI, which provides greater protection from electrical shock, especially in wet areas. If a plug in these areas is not working, but the lights are working, a GFCI plug may have tripped. The GFCI plug can be identified by square plugs, with a test and reset button in the middle of the plug. …
Read MoreIf the power is out in only one room, a breaker probably tripped. Other than kitchens and bathrooms, the electrical circuits in other rooms are not meant to power appliances, such as hair dryers, and can cause the breaker for the room to turn off. To reactivate the breaker: Find the breaker panel for your house. If you have a garage, the breaker box …
Read MoreThe power for the entire house may go out during a service interruption or power outage. Contact your electrical provider to find out if a payment has not been received or to report a power outage for your area. While the power is out, minimize opening your refrigerator and freezer to conserve the cold air. Unfortunately, there is nothing that we can do to …
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