Causes of Lost Power to Kitchen Outlets

Question: All the electrical outlets in my kitchen went out all of a sudden.

• The fan and light work.
• My house is about 45 years old
• The original electrical wiring and circuit breaker panel has not been updated.

What should I look for?

This electrical question came from: Paul, a Homeowner from St. Louis, mo
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Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical question Paul.

Possible Causes of Lost Power to Kitchen Outlets

• The following electrical devices should be checked:
  • Look for a tripped GFI outlet
  • A tripped circuit breaker
  • A blown fuse

• If your kitchen does not have a GFI outlet and the circuit breakers are all working then there may be:
  • A burnt connection or electrical wiring splice in one of the outlet boxes.
  • The circuit must be positively  identified.
  • The circuit must be turned OFF.
  • Individual outlets and switches of the circuit should be examined.
  • Electrical repairs to burnt wring or splices must be replaced or repaired
  • Electrical outlets with burnt or faulty wiring connections must be replaced.

  Faulty electrical wiring is best identified and repaired by a licensed electrical contractor.

The Following links will assist you with your electrical question:

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