Outlet Installation Services

Common Reasons for Installing Outlets

House upgrades, renovation, and repairs are among the most common reasons cited for the installation of electrical outlets. At Handyman Boston, we find that most homeowners want the additional convenience of additional electrical outlets while maintaining or improving safety.

Grounded Electrical Outlets: With an additional ground wire to carry electricity away in the event of a failure, grounded electrical outlets are a safety feature that every home should have. Offering an additional layer of safety, grounded outlets can be identified by the presence of three prongs, versus the ungrounded outlet which features only two. If your home was constructed before 1960, it is likely that you have ungrounded outlets which can present a safety concern. Our customers are thankful that our electricians can replace them for a great price.

Outdoor Electrical Outlets: Many people are discovering the joys of spending more time outside on their decks or patios, and they usually appreciate having electricity available for various uses. The use of electric bug-zappers, fans, stereos, radios, or televisions are nice any time of the year. Strings of lights surrounding decks or patios create lovely atmospheres, and brighter lights or lamps can illuminate the areas without the use of bonfires.

Entertainment Equipment: As entertainment equipment becomes more sophisticated and popular, you may acquire more gadgets that need electricity to run or recharge. It is neither safe nor convenient to have numerous cords and wires snaking along the floor, so it makes sense to install additional outlets to accommodate extra equipment.

Holiday Lights: No matter the occasion, holiday lights provide a special atmosphere that everyone will appreciate and an outdoor electrical outlet will make creating your light displays easy. Outdoor outlets will ensure that your display will be as safe as it is attractive, whether it’s spring, summer, fall, or winter.

Common Reasons for Replacing Electrical Receptacles

Electrical outlets are usually durable, generally lasting for years, but they can occasionally malfunction. Whether you are planning a major renovation of your home or you simply want to increase the number of electrical outlets in your house, Handyman Boston can help.

Most common reasons we replace electrical outlets include:

Malfunctions: Age and normal use can cause malfunctioning outlets that can be a fire hazard and a nuisance. We regularly replace these outlets to keep homeowners safe.

Damaged Outlets: Poor wiring and rough usage often causes damage that requires a complete replacement. Symptoms include sparks, overheating, and loose wiring. These should be replaced immediately to keep your home safe.