Mobile Home Outlets that Work On and Off
|
Outlet Circuit Repair for a Mobile Home: The most typical cause for part or all of an outlet circuit to stop working, or to work intermittently is due to either a deteriorating connection where the electrical wires attach to the outlet. |
Outlet Circuit Repair for a Mobile Home
[ad#block] Electrical Question: I live in a 1983 mobile home and a few of my outlets are dead.
- This doesn’t scare me, but in one room the outlets work on and off. When they are not working, there is still juice getting to them, just not enough.
- I was told by my ex that it isn’t a problem, but I am scared of a fire happening.
- I just wondered if this sounds like something that is dangerous or just inconvenient.
- I am on a limited income and really can’t afford a huge electrician bill.
This electrical wiring question came from: Jeanette, a Homeowner from Mount Vernon, WA
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical wiring question Jeanette.
Outlet Circuit Repair for a Mobile Home
- The most typical cause for part or all of an outlet circuit to stop working, or to work intermittently is due to either a deteriorating connection where the electrical wires attach to the outlet, or an electrical splice that has gone bad.
- This condition could become hazardous and should be repaired as soon as possible.
- The circuit should be turned off and each outlet inspected until the fault is found and corrected by replacing the outlet and repairing the wiring or splice.
- Some mobile homes may have aluminum wiring which requires special repairs by a qualified electrician who will re-splice the wiring with copper wires and use approved anti-corrosion connectors.
The Following will assist you with your Outlet Circuit Repair
Repair Electrical Wiring
Troubleshooting and Repairing Electrical Wiring
Licensed Electrician Reveals the Secrets of Successful Electrical Troubleshooting Methods used to solve the majority of the home electrical problems and wiring failures encountered.
Electrical Outlet wiring
Wiring Electrical Outlet for the Home
Home electrical wiring includes 110 volt outlets and 220 volt outlets and receptacles which are common place in every home. See how wiring electrical outlets for the home are done.
The following may also be helpful for you:
Learn more about Home Electrical Wiring
|
||||||||
Be Careful and Be Safe - Never Work on Energized Circuits!
Consult your Local Building Department about Permits and Inspections for all Electric Wiring Projects.
The Safest Way to Test Electrical Devices and Identify Electric Wires!The Non-Contact Electrical TesterThis is a testing tool that I have had in my personal electrical tool pouch for years, and is the first test tool I grab to help identify electrical wiring. It is a Non-contact tester that I use to easily Detect Voltage in Cables, Cords, Circuit Breakers, Lighting Fixtures, Switches, Outlets and Wires. Simply insert the end of the tester into an outlet, lamp socket, or hold the end of the tester against the wire you wish to test. Very handy and easy to use.
The Quickest Way to Check for Faulty Electrical Wiring!The Plug-In Outlet TesterThis is the first tool I grab to troubleshoot a problem with outlet circuit wiring. This popular tester is also used by most inspectors to test for power and check the polarity of circuit wiring. It detects probable improper wiring conditions in standard 110-125 VAC outlets Provides 6 probable wiring conditions that are quick and easy to read for ultimate efficiency Lights indicate if wiring is correct and indicator light chart is included Tests standard 3-wire outlets UL Listed Light indicates if wiring is incorrect Very handy and easy to use.
Strip Off Wire Insulation without Nicking and Damaging the Electric Wire!The Wire Stripper and Wire CutterMy absolute favorite wire stripping tool that I have had in my personal electrical tool pouch for years, and this is the tool I use to safely strip electrical wires. This handy tool has multiple uses: The wire gauges are shown on the side of the tool so you know which slot to use for stripping insulation. The end of the tool can be used to grip and bend wire which is handy for attaching wire onto the screw terminals of switches and outlets.. The wire stripper will work on both solid and stranded wire. This tool is Very Handy and Easy to Use. |
||
| More articles about Electrical and Home Electrical Wiring: | |
| « Previous | Next » |
| 220 Volt Circuit for Equipment From Another Country | Altering Generator Transfer Switch Connections |
Are there outlets under a mobile home. If so, where are they usually located?
Hi Steve,
To my knowledge receptacle outlets are not typically installed under a mobile home, however they are usually found near the front entrance and the rear entrance where the outlets are installed into the lower portion of the outside wall of the mobile home. The exterior outlets of the mobile home will have GFCI circuit protection. Additional outlets under the mobile home are typically used for preventing freezing pipes where heat tape controlled by a built in thermostat is wrapped around plumbing pipes. Heat tapes such as Easy-Heat and other brands work great for preventing freezing pipes in cold climates.
Dave