08/10/2026
⚡️ Electrical Myth Monday ⚡️
🚫 MYTH: “If an outlet still works, it’s safe.”
✅ FACT: An outlet can still have hidden problems, even if it powers your devices.
Watch for these warning signs:
🔥 Warm or hot to the touch
⚡ Buzzing or crackling sounds
👃 A burning smell
🟤 Discoloration or scorch marks
🔌 Plugs that fit loosely or fall out
These can all indicate worn or damaged wiring, loose connections, or an overloaded circuit. Ignoring the signs could lead to a much bigger problem.
💡 A Few Tips:
✔️ Test GFCI outlets monthly by pressing the TEST and RESET buttons.
✔️ Replace cracked or damaged outlet covers.
✔️ If an outlet doesn’t seem right, stop using it until it can be inspected.
Electrical problems don’t always announce themselves with sparks. Sometimes the warning signs are much more subtle.
📞 If you have an outlet that’s acting differently than it should, Fendley Electric is here to help.
812-798-4079
💬 Question of the Week: Have you ever found an outlet in your home that made you stop and think, “That doesn’t seem right?” Tell us about it below!