January 3, 2012 By Dave Rongey ©2007-2012Author - Licensed Electrical Contractor Filed under Lost Power to Outlet

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Causes of Wall Outlets to Lose Power

Why Some Wall Outlets May Lose Power

• This wall stretches from the kitchen to the living room.

Additional Comments: First time on site but, not the last.

Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical question Dwayne.
Background: Dwayne, a Student from Queens, NY-USA

Causes of Outlet Electrical Circuit to Lose Power

• The reason why part of the outlet circuit works while another part loses power is mainly due to a problem where the circuit wiring has experienced a separation with the circuit wiring.
• The cause may be found at the last outlet where the power was normal.
• The problem may be with a burnt connection of the wring to the outlet, or a splice that has burnt apart.
• The circuit must  be identified and turned off before any service is performed.
• Problems with outlet circuit wiring such as this is best identified and repaired by a qualified electrical contractor.

The Following links will assist you with electrical outlets:

• Kitchen Electrical Wiring
• Electrical Outlets
• Troubleshooting Electrical Wiring
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  Using Electrical Testers
• Electrical Outlet

• Wiring Electrical Outlet for the Home
• Home electrical wiring includes 110 volt outlets and 220 volt outlets and receptacles which are common place in every home. See how wiring electrical outlets for the home are done.

Kitchen Wiring

• Kitchen Electrical Wiring Requirements
• This wiring diagram and pictures explain the basic kitchen electrical code wiring requirements required for most new or remodel projects.

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• Licensed Electrician Reveals the Secrets of Successful Electrical Troubleshooting Methods used to solve the majority of the home electrical problems and wiring failures encountered.

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