Outside outlet not working. We have 4 and only one not working?

Question

I have tried resetting the breaker even though it didn't appear
to trip. there not a reset button like an inside outlet.

What else can i do to troubleshoot the problem?

Answer 1

If you have an inside outlet, bath or kitchen, with a reset button try resetting that. That reset button is for a ground fault outlet, which is only used in wet areas. Most houses run multiple outlets off of one ground fault so your outside outlet is usually controlled from indoors. When my porch outlet trips I have to reset it at the bathroom GF outlet.

Answer 2

we need more information to diagnose this one properly. are all the outside outlets on the same breaker? is it possible that the wires going to the non-working outlet are shorted or otehrwise not fully connected? you need to make sure that teh circuit it is on - is tuned off before messing with it. does it have the gfci? is ti properly grounded? it is probably the wires connected to it. they could be damaged in a number of ways. get a pro to help. in some areas you can find a senior electrician who is retired, but still offers advice... and will come out for a small fee to advise.

Answer 3

What length breaker controls the 4 prong outlet? A dryer is oftentimes 30 amp 2 pole. variety 40 amp 2 pole. the opening and breaker alongside with the dimensions of the cord ought to compare. Dryer 2 pole 30 amp on cord it incredibly is a minimum of 10 gauge. 10-3 romex is what could be utilized in maximum homes.

Answer 4

Call an electrician...the outlet needs to be removed and inspected. I suspect a wire has come loose or is broken>

Answer 5

CHECK AND MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE POWER FIRST, JUST USE A VOLT METER AND IF THERE IS NO POWER REMOVE AND REPLACE.