I have two bathrooms, one has a GFI Outlet and the other does not. I need a GFI Outlet in the bathroom that currently does not have one. Is it as simple as switching the outlets or do I need to make sure there is something else related to the panel box? Thanks and of course, I will have a licensed electrician do any work.
2007-04-08 05:08:42 · 11 answers · asked by adimino 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
The one bathroom might already be wired from the other, meaning it might already be GFI protected. One way to check is to shut off the circuit (breaker) to the GFI outlet (at the main panel) and see if the other lost power as well. Anything wired (in series) beyond a GFI outlet is automatically GFI protected. So you may not need a GFI outlet. And there's really no need to hire someone to change an outlet, they're pretty simple, just make sure the breaker for that outlet is off (at the main box).
2007-04-08 05:19:13 · answer #1 · answered by kmusmc 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A simple test push the button on the GFI in the one bathroom and check to see if the outlet in the other bathroom is operating if it isn't and is when the GFI is reset then it is on the downside of the circuit and is protected by the GFI
If not then just put another GFI in as suggested by some of the other answers
2007-04-08 05:50:34 · answer #2 · answered by oleemitch 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the second bath is on a separate circuit from the first bath that already has a GFI, then buy a new GFI with either a 15 or 20 Amp rating (equal to the second bath's circuit breaker rating) and simply replace the conventional outlet with the GFI outlet. If the second bath is on the same circuit breaker with the first bath, you can daisy chain the conventional outlet to the current GFI outlet in the first bath if that's not already the case. Good instructions come with a new GFI.
2007-04-08 05:20:45 · answer #3 · answered by bobweb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why don't you go to a hardware store and buy a GFI and replace the non GFI .it is real easy . all you need is a flat blade screwdriver to do the job.I have managed apartment blocks and have replaced lots of outlets including GFIs. just be sure to shut off the right breaker in the main breaker panel and have a flashlight handy. I suggest that your local electrical code says that you cannot have a non GFI outlet in a bathroom.
2007-04-08 05:43:09 · answer #4 · answered by Bob M 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go buy another one...both bathrooms should have one. Complete instructions come in the box...you don''t need an electrician to do this simple outlet out outlet in. If your home is less than roughly 20 years old the outlet should have a ground and not require any special work.
2007-04-08 05:31:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Ground Fault Receptacle DOES NOT NEED AN EQUIPMENT GROUND TO FUNCTION!!!!!! It needs a hot and a neutral. That is why a GFI is the only receptacle allowed by Code to replace existing non-grounded receptacles..
If your outlet you want to change has a black and white, turn off your breaker feeding it. You don't need an electrician, just you. Replace with new GFI. The existing black wire connects to Hot/Line. The white goes to Neut/Line..Turn on, test trip, enjoy!!
2007-04-08 13:56:23 · answer #6 · answered by backyard_tire_biter 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not rocket science. Buy another GFI outlet for the location where you need it, install it yourself, and you'll have protection in both locations while saving money.
2007-04-08 05:19:15 · answer #7 · answered by gunplumber_462 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
A GFCI plug costs around $7.00 just get a new one for the bathroom. While you don't think it is necessary in the other bath, it is now code in any bathroom so you should not remove it.
They are not difficult to install and you should be able to do it yourself. They come will full instructions and wiring diagrams.
2007-04-08 05:21:23 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Three things you can do.1- Insalled the circuit in series. (this save a little money) . 2- When you installed the second one it is very important to be grouded. 3- Yes you can do this yourself it is not hard. You need a Voltage Ohm meter to test this.
2007-04-08 07:15:37 · answer #9 · answered by oobb123 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They connect simple, just like a regular one. They DO require a ground though so if you are in an old house with just the two wire system (no ground) it won't function right. They are also really cheap, so just buy a new one and have protection in both rooms!
2007-04-08 05:17:25 · answer #10 · answered by barefoot_always 5 · 2⤊ 2⤋