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Thread: Open ground outlets
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05-16-2008, 08:47 PM #1
Open ground outlets
How would you best describe open ground outlets at some but not all locations. This is an old 1900's home that has been rewired with modern Romex wiring, no energized K&T was found.
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05-17-2008, 10:43 AM #2
Re: Open ground outlets
Piece meal electrical work that likely has some of the old wiring still in use and call for repair.
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05-17-2008, 06:15 PM #3
Re: Open ground outlets
I test as many outlets as possible. If I find any with problems I give the exact locations. Heading of what the problem is, then list of locations.
Otherwise...Seller: 'We don't know what your HI is talking about we checked outlets and couldn't find that one".
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05-17-2008, 06:26 PM #4
Re: Open ground outlets
I recommend they get an electrician to test every outlet in the home as I only sample. If I find a few it means there are probably more. If they are asking where it means they are trying to do skip the pro.
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05-18-2008, 09:28 AM #5
Re: Open ground outlets
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05-19-2008, 01:36 PM #6
Re: Open ground outlets
What device do you use to test?
Bruce Thompson, Lic. #9199
www.TylerHomeInspector.com
Home Inspections in the Tyler and East Texas area
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05-19-2008, 10:13 PM #7
Re: Open ground outlets
"Several examples of 3 prong outlets/receptacles not truly grounded and showed open ground when tested. Examples include "Give locations". Outlets/receptacles in this condition represent an increased risk for electrical shock under certain conditions. Recommend review all outlets and repair as needed by licensed electrical contractor." Safety Hazard.
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