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Dangers of Ungrounded Outlets

Was your home of office space built decades ago? Then there’s a possibility that your older property has ungrounded outlets. Many property owners realize their electrical system isn’t properly grounded, and are unsure what they should do about it. At Mr. Electric of Fort Worth, we enjoy helping local customers have a safe and reliable source of power to fuel their modern lives. We want the same for you as well. Here’s some more information about ungrounded outlets, so you can make an informed decision about your current electrical system. 

What Is an Ungrounded Outlet?

The guys were super nice, I loved that they did the work immediately. Also after having a discussion with them about the static electricity from a lightenimg strike we had and it fried everything they suggested a surge protector to keep that from happening again. So we did that.

Dawn Boyd

Scheduled an appointment with Mr Electric of Fort Worth and received a call  they were able to show up early and had Dylan show up on time stocked with a full truck. He was able to diagnosis the issue quickly and restore my power to a few plugs that were causing the breakers to trip continuously. Dylan was very knowledgable, clearly explained the cause and how he would fix the issue, and addressed all concerns that we had. He was replaced two breakers and installed 2 new outlets along with diagnosing the problem in about an hour. Very quick and so far seems to have resolved our electrical issue. Would definitely recommend Mr Electric of Fort Worth!

Jacob Felderhoff

Dylan was so nice and always on time. Very qualified and explained everything he needed to do in a way I understood. My older house required an outside panel so I had a lot of work but Dylan and his helper worked together very well and finished on time so I was not out of power more than needed. Everything looked and worked great when done. I don't know how he was able to replace the cracked power pole and wiring on my roof so quickly and beautifully. I am very, very impressed with his skill level and would request him for any future work. The company is very well organized and office contact was a pleasure to work with(which is rare since these positions are usually underpaid)so reward her well, she is the "door" to your organization. She and Dylan sealed my deal!

Sherry Christian

Cody was professional, knowledgeable, and was able to provide me with a quick diagnosis pertaining to a wiring issue in one of my rooms. He gave me the price for the repair/modification and fixed the issue all in less than an hour. Thanks Cody!

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On normal modern outlets, there are three holes. One vertical slot represents the hot wire, and the other the neutral wire. There is also a third rounded hole below them with a ground wire that’s connected to the neutral slot. While such a design may seem redundant, it actually performs an important function, as it forces excess energy through the ground wire and back to your panel. When a ground wire isn’t present, that extra electricity tends to travel elsewhere, such as metal objects and in some unfortunate cases, humans. Look at all the outlets around your property, and if you see any covers with only two prongs, then you’ve got an ungrounded outlet to contend with. 

Common Hazards Associated with Ungrounded Outlets

Leaving ungrounded outlets in place can present a myriad of problems for homes and businesses. Not only does it dramatically increase the chances of electrocution and personal injury, it can also result in electrical fires and extensive property damage. To top it off, ungrounded outlets are normally only found in older homes, which implies that the wiring may be old and worn out as well. This only exaggerates the dangers of your electrical system becoming hazardous. 

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Should You Upgrade Your Outlets? 

Yes. If your home or commercial property still uses ungrounded outlets, it’s time for an upgrade. Otherwise, you’re taking unnecessary risk and putting yourself and others in harms way. Call a certified electrician to perform an outlet upgrade as soon as possible. It’s best to also invest in a proper electrical inspection to determine the efficiency and safety of your wiring and other outdated electrical components.  

Need New Outlets in Your North Texas Home? Call Mr. Electric of Fort Worth Today

Have you decided it’s time to update your electrical system? There’s no reason to wait. Get your home or business ready for today’s high tech demands by investing in an electrical inspection, electrical outlet replacement or wiring upgrade today. At Mr. Electric of Fort Worth, our certified electricians are proud to offer a wide range of commercial and residential services to customers in Fort Worth, Arlington, Burleson, White Settlement, Lake Worth, Aledo, Weatherford, Texas and other DFW area communities. If you’re suffering from an electrical emergency and need help fast, we also offer 24 hour emergency repair services for nearby clients. All it takes is one call and we’ll send a team of experts to the rescue. Contact our office today for more information or to schedule a convenient appointment with a licensed and insured electrician in your neighborhood. 

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