GFCI Circuit

A ground fault circuit interrupter, GFCI, is a device that is installed to prevent electric shocks. About 300 fatal electrocutions happen each year due to poorly installed outlets. The GFCI is designed specifically to protect Utah homeowners from severe shocks and electrical burns. Anyhour Services can survey your home and help you decide on the necessary equipment to protect your home.

The interrupter is installed into outlets around the home. It is capable of detecting ground faults—an unforeseen electrical path between the source of a current and a surface. The GFCI constantly monitors the flow of this electric current and if it changes by the smallest amount then it interrupts the current and turns the electricity off for that circuit.

Three Types of GFCI’s:

• Circuit Breaker: A circuit breaker ground fault circuit interrupter is installed in a panel box. This not only allows the GFCI to protect selected circuits that may encounter a ‘ground-fault’ but it will also trip when there is an electric short or overload.
• Receptacle: This type of fits into an outlet box and protects against ‘ground faults’. This ensures that any electrical device plugged into an outlet is sheltered from rogue electric currents.
•  Portable: Portable interrupters can be plugged into an outlet and in turn the electrical device is plugged into the GFCI. This adds extra protection to plugged in devices when a circuit breaker or receptacle circuit GFCI is not in use.

GFCI’s should be added to all homes to guarantee the safety of your household and family. This small device prevents fatal accidents, and can stop or reduce electrical fires. Call Anyhour Services today and aim one step closer to keeping your home safe.