Shock & Fire Protection Outlets (GFCI / AFCI)
GFCI stops shocks near water. AFCI stops arcing that starts wall fires. Older homes often have neither.
Signs it's time
- No test button on kitchen, bath, garage or outdoor outlets
- Bedrooms without arc-fault protection
- A house built before 2000
- Missing GFCIs on the inspection report
How the job goes
- Map what each circuit needs
- GFCI outlets or breakers near water
- AFCI breakers or outlets for living areas
- Test each device, label the panel
What moves the price
- Number of fixtures, devices or spots
- Power nearby, or a new circuit
- Ceilings, walls, attic access, patching
- Your fixtures or ours
- Permits: usually for new circuits, usually not for straight swaps
Permits for this work
Straight swaps usually need no permit. New circuits and outdoor, hot tub, pool, heat pump or range wiring usually do. The fee shows on your quote.
Brands we install
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The offer for this service
$100 Off
an Outage-Ready Check before fire season
Code CHIEF-FALL26Cannot be combined with other offers. 1 per household. Residential use only. Show at time of service. Expires November 30, 2026.
Questions we hear
What is the difference between GFCI and AFCI?
GFCI catches current leaking out, say through you. AFCI catches sparks from damaged wire.
Why does my GFCI outlet keep tripping for no reason?
Often a real ground fault outdoors or in the garage. We find it.
Do you charge for the quote?
No. An electrician looks at the job in person and quotes it, free.