05/28/2026
Most people don’t realize why some outlets look different — but those little details can protect your family.
🔌 GFCI vs. AFCI
GFCIs (the ones with the buttons) protect you from shock near water.
AFCIs protect your home by catching hidden sparks that can start fires. GFCIs trip when they detect tiny current leaks as small as 4–6 milliamps, shutting off power almost instantly . AFCIs detect dangerous arcing that can ignite materials inside walls Engineer Fix.
🧪 Test Your GFCIs Monthly Press the Test button to make sure the outlet still trips properly. If it doesn’t, it needs to be replaced .
👶 Safer for Kids Tamper‑resistant outlets have built‑in shutters that block anything that isn’t a real plug — a safer alternative to plastic caps.
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