How to Replace an Electrical Outlet - Replace Burnt Out Electrical Outlet and Old Damaged Socket

[@MartinHernandez-re6hh]

Most of the people spend 5 minutes giving an update on their lives, another 5 minutes giving an explanation of the issue they had with electricity and then 30 minutes on how to DIY...😒 Thank you so much for being concisely, at the point! Very much appreciated!

[@catholicfaithofmine2664]

Its like that when I want to find a recipie. I have to get through the whole life story of the persons before they do the recipe. It's super annoying.

[@roccoharris]

duuuude!! you sound EXACTLY like jack handy from saturday night live. the resemblance really is uncanny. thanks for this video. you got me right where I needed to be with this simple process.... & now I have a fresh outlet. my very first kidney change. yaaaay!!

[@deonambrose]

I’m here because I don’t have a dad to teach me

[@TheRenderQ]

Hope this video was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@joekillah3002]

Lol you got worthless yuppies for parents like me?

[@shantayhightower8850]

I had one but he definitely wasn't going to try this. 😂

[@775758]

Thanks man! I have an "Electro-Phobia" but you made this simple and easy!

[@foureyedchick]

A black burn mark on an outlet doesn't always mean that the outlet needs replacing. Sometimes, a high-wattage (amperage) appliance (coffee maker, heater, toaster, air conditioner) was unplugged with the switch on and it sparked while it was unplugged. Another explanation is that a heavy inductive load (motorized appliance, vacuum cleaner, washing machine) was unplugged with the switch on. Motorized appliances produce a big spark when unplugged because an inductor opposes change in current. Just clean off that outlet with steel wool followed by a buffing with a dry cloth.

[@danielbrushett6456]

Thanks for keeping it simple. Very easy to emulate.👌

[@lg9062]

So simple. Thank you!

[@PrincessGard]

Thank u😊 straight to the point

[@TheRenderQ]

You’re welcome! Glad my outlet installation tutorial was helpful!

[@trustnoonerepiseverything5411]

Thanks you made this super easy

[@randomname9758]

Can I use just a simple voltage LED night light to test the circuitry as I don't have a circuit tester. Otherwise the video is simple and to the point. 👍

[@TheRenderQ]

I suppose you could test the wires with anything that can let you know that the current is off at the outlet. At the time the 2-prong tester was what I had. But recently bought a no contact voltage detector for these type of electrical projects.

[@GSkaew]

U GOT MY SUB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TheRenderQ]

Thanks for subscribing! I really appreciate it! And glad you enjoyed my outlet replacement tutorial!

[@ericjay7324]

Thats how to make a "how to" video. Thank you!!

[@Alexproduction27]

Subscribed Thank you!!

[@TheRenderQ]

You’re welcome! I’m glad my outlet replacement tutorial was helpful! Also thanks for subscribing! I really appreciate it!

[@bobbischaffer6473]

Okay so what if the wires are in the back not around the screw

[@riakulkarni]

Even the sockets were shocked at how clear and simple the instructions were ^^

[@TheDcrocks1]

Epic.

[@pipilchocolate8654]

Ya baby!

[@JackLe1127]

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[@maxpayne2574]

So simple you could burn your house down if you follow his directions.

[@meyhem2001]

Get out 😑

[@jiffywaxjesus1951]

Short, sweet, and to the point. No vlog style trying to extend the video to boost your pocket depth. Love it brotha!

[@TheRenderQ]

Hey! I’m really glad that you appreciate my tutorial! I always try to make my videos as concise as possible. No need for unrelated info making the video longer. Thanks for watching!

[@newbeginning8134]

Right...no introduction of the family members

[@stunnasaad]

Damn such a great comment and no heart 😞.

[@cbake76]

My thoughts exactly.

[@sneakernomics]

Exactly. Tired of how to video where it’s 5 minutes of intro and 2 minutes of instruction.

[@timothyalderson6557]

Your video was extremely helpful and easy to follow. We love finding straight, to-the-point instructional videos in a world of people talking about what they had for lunch and why their favorite is teal...Thank You!

[@TheRenderQ]

Hey you’re welcome! I’m really glad that my outlet replacement video was helpful! And yeah I understand what you mean about other videos! I try to keep all my videos as short as possible without any irrelevant information. No need for that and I find that my viewers really appreciate that. Thanks for watching!

[@CONCRETEJUNGLE-be6ic]

And your comment is 100% on point.!

[@CONCRETEJUNGLE-be6ic]

@@TheRenderQ Question for ya,if you take your plate off & it doesn't have a ground wire at all does it matter?

[@mchance818]

Great video but too much copper exposed on the wire connecting to the terminal screws. It shouldn't extend past the screw especially past the back of the outlet.

[@chrisdurham1990]

Thank you man, simple instructions, no stupid 1 minute intro. I appreciate this.

[@TheRenderQ]

You’re welcome! I’m really glad my electrical outlet repair video was helpful! And yeah! I try to keep all my videos as short as possible. No need for any unrelated info like on a lot of other channels! And I know my viewers appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@wadedunn4140]

@@TheRenderQ much needed content. Thanks for this buddy

[@JenniferMathewslive2]

I hate the intros, especially when the content isn't very helpful. This was excellent!

[@小谷田新生]

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[@wadewatson9410]

Thank you !!! Simple and straight to the point.

[@ilyjecina]

Thank you so much. My outlet blew out in my room and my dads room. I’m a 15 years old girl and I basically cannot survive without my PS4 and playing in the living room was not a option. He was thinking about getting someone to come and replace the outlets, but I decided on checking to see if I can do it myself, this really helped 😅.

[@pipiwilson7854]

I love that you took the initiave to problem solve. The number one rule in any project is safety first! With your mindset I see you going past the stars ✨✨✨ Awesome!

[@devilliar3786]

Are you still alive?

[@kyixou]

@@devilliar3786 this is me off another acc but i am pretty alive, lmao.

[@AyyTwin-]

@@kyixou you're name is amazing

[@kyixou]

@@AyyTwin- aha, thank youuuu

[@CLHQ1692]

Something important to remember: black wires (on the right) will typically wrap around under the screw first then over the top, so that when you tighten the screw clockwise, it tightens the wire more instead of loosening it. For the white and ground wires on the left, wires wrap over the screw then under because again screw tightens clockwise.

[@TheRenderQ]

Thanks for the additional information. There have been several comments about the wiring. I just place it back the way I found it. And this wiring was done by the home builder. This is from a rental house and the tenants just moved out. There have been a lot of tips in the comments and now I can go back in and put some of that advice to use. Thanks for watching!

[@Avalanche_Ride_92]

@@TheRenderQ I just did the same way you did and put it all back together like it was but had to do some adjustments on the wires so they stay tight and not near the outlet box Metal of course not plastic I wish it was plastic But you get what you can work with. You inspired me to do that Thank you.

[@stevesheridan3575]

This was the most complete instruction I have ever viewed on how to do a task. Easy to understand. I am off to buy what i need.

[@Port_1]

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[@edgat5046]

Bruhhh you are extremely underrated

[@TheRenderQ]

Hey thanks! I’m really glad you enjoyed my AC outlet replacement tutorial!

[@edgat5046]

@@TheRenderQ No problem man.

[@DisneyUpBoilerUp]

I've been waiting for SOMEONE in my house to replace a burnt outlet in my kitchen. Now that I know how easy it is, I'm just going to do it myself :-)

[@nancybenner7850]

I like your method of replacing one wire at a time.

[@TheRenderQ]

Thanks! Since I don’t do this all the time reconnecting it one wire at a time helps me keep everything organized. Glad you enjoyed my video!

[@zhavenhouse4270]

yeah

[@sscarbon]

I know this video is old but the instructions could be improved. Even simple stuff like ensuring that the wires are going in a clockwise direction etc there is also too much exposed wire. You should use the gauge that’s on the back of the outlets to ensure the proper length of wire for your shepherds hook.

[@masonlee400]

Thanks man! Electricity makes me nervous!

[@johnchang8279]

Receptacles burn out mostly because they arc due to failing blade retention, which in turn results from heavy usage. So, replace with a commercial-grade unit that has more durable and positive blade retention. For a few dollars more, they'll last much longer, plus their back wire feature makes them easier and quicker to replace because you can avoid the entire finicky j-hook routine. Also, if the exposed wires are so long that they go past the receptacle, trim them back a little to reduce the risk of a short. This is especially important if the box is metal.

[@Avalanche_Ride_92]

That is a good advice I just replaced mine a few minutes ago and it was easy but I bit tricky because of the wires were butt heads but I got them in there place Took me a hour to do that because of wiring or else it been 5 or 10 mins This video helped me out and a very special 15 year old girl a big shout out to She inspired me to do it myself I said what the heck a 15 year old girl can do so can I !!! And I did it! I replaced ceiling fans now I replaced a electrical Receptacle what's is next I have to take it step by step

[@arlo9010]

@@Avalanche_Ride_92Yup! Saw a fifteen year old girl in the comment section so this was my sign to man up and buy the stuff to fix my burnt outlet. Still scared..but it needs to get done.

[@Avalanche_Ride_92]

@@arlo9010 shut the breaker off and when you do the outlet remember where the wires go even take a picture of the wires so it will help you you got this bro it's has to be done or fire in your house and lose everything.

[@nmccw3245]

Nailed it 👍🏻

[@briannatamez5158]

Thanks! Some guy wanted to charge me 300$ to change out 5 of them ( I bought the materials)

[@mrmaddocs68752]

I spotted a few mistakes Mistake 1: You did not tighten the unused screw terminals! Mistake 2: You did not attach Ground, Neutral then Hot Mistake 3: You did not use a #1 Robertson screwdriver/bit Mistake 4: You didn't use an outlet tester. You are supposed to use an outlet tester (e.g. Fluke ST120+) to make sure outlets are working correctly Mistake 5: The outlet is not level! Mistake 6: There was too much insulation off the wire!

[@michaelcallaway6962]

Thanks for not wasting our time :-) Good tutorial.

[@dunamon]

Watched several other videos before yours. Going one wire at a time was a smart idea. Unlike the others yours was right to the point. Step by step Short and Sweet.. I replaced my socket with no trouble at all. Thank You for posting!!

[@sdw3355]

Perfect! Exactly what I was looking for. Simple, basic and clear instruction. I grew up watching my dad do all this but I was doubting myself because it's been a long time since I've seen it done. I'm in a duplex where my landlord takes forever to do anything.

[@TheRenderQ]

Excellent! I’m glad my video was a refresher for you! Thanks for watching!

[@ZachandCari1234]

For future reference, you should always have your landlord reimburse you for whatever repairs you do. Just make sure you keep your receipts.

[@briansadler5225]

Thank you! I had a space heater that burnt out an outlet and this is exactly what I needed to fix it

[@civildk9077]

Don't forget to replace 1 outlet with the appropriate size.. i.e. 10 amp / 15 amp, GFCI etc.

[@chuckgabriel3901]

One of the best step by step descriptions as to why specific actions are taken in the replacement process. Great video.

[@blumythefool777]

Ive changed an outlet a few days ago but the burnt plastic smell is still there. Will it go away or its a cause for concern?

[@TheRenderQ]

It may be a lingering smell. But there could be a possibility of something else. Hopefully the smell has gone away by now since you replaced your outlet.

[@charcoalanderson8010]

This was so nice and easy to understand. you even explained any difficulties a person might run into during this and how to overcome them. Thank you so much! I'm in the process of buying my first home and a lot of my outlets in one particular room need a "facelift" with cracked face plates. Edit: even when it was something that you'd already done before you still explained and showed yourself doing that. That's so hard to come by in instructional videos. They'll say, "oh it's the same as the ones before." then cut to the next part and suddenly you're noticing something else in the background or another detail seems different and you're worried you might have missed something. this is awesome!

[@TheRenderQ]

You’re welcome! Glad my outlet replacement tutorial was easy to follow! And congrats on your new home! Outlets often go unnoticed unless they’re broken or ugly! But now you know how to replace them! Thanks for watching!

[@stanleylofsky2760]

Saw in another video that any screws not being used are tightened to avoid contact with the metal box. Another point, that the ground opening on the socket should always be closest to the floor so if via gravity the plug loosens the ground connection is maintained till the plug falls out.This was the way he did it , but it needs reminding. The last time I had a receptacle turn black was a failed appliance plug, but certainly worthwhile testing and inspecting the wiring Also it seemed like he was changing a Kitchen outlet and here in Canada the top and bottom section of the socket in most kitchen outlets are separately wired with a 220 V lead 120 to top and 120 to bottom each outlet good for 15A You have to break and twist off the copper interconnection on the receptacle on the feed or hot side. The smaller slot on the front of the receptacle is the hot side. You'll notice that the two breakers for kitchen outlets are linked and move together. I'm not a professional, just an electronics,electrical, computer hobbyist.

[@paulinechapman5669]

Am a woman on my own..this is the only vid that that helped me to replace a wall outlet..yay..who needs a man…well maybe that’s a bit harsh..they are really nice to have around.. 🇨🇦

[@TheRenderQ]

Excellent! I’m so glad you were able to replace your outlet yourself! Not difficult to do but it always helps to see it done before attempting it yourself! Nice work!

[@lucybellescott7531]

Hope I can do it! I like your simple approach of one at a time.

[@Ozmodiar6]

i love how concise and clear this was. good stuff!

[@TheRenderQ]

I’m really glad you enjoyed my outlet replacement tutorial! And I always try to make my videos as short and concise as possible. No need for unrelated stuff! I know my viewers appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@kylahendershott4333]

As simple as I thought it would be. Thank you. I have been waiting weeks for someone to help replace four old outlets in my place. Now I know I can do it myself.

[@2beornot2beholy]

Same !

[@imaburgwr9916]

I can't do that cus iam too young but my uncle works for electricity and he will know how to do it so iam waiting for him to come back from vacation so today he's back so Iam waiting cus he takes a long nap till 6 but thx he did like 7 months so ima happy that he fixed it for me so I can play my Xbox

[@onry3890]

Thank you for this, after a storm h afew branches fell on my power line, most of my outlets blew out. Burnt out two of my flat-screen tvs alswell as other appliances. Very informative!!!

[@Avalanche_Ride_92]

Ohh no!!! Hope your ok and gotten them replaced!!! we just had a tree limb fell other night and just almost hit the house a inches away And it was huge And the funny thing was I was on that side of the house and sleeping and didn't hear nothing at all Until the next morning 😂 I can sleep through a storm imagine the tornado hit I be sleeping in a tornado Jewz

[@samwimpy2600]

Does it not matter than the wire is being scuffed when removing and reconnecting? I've watched several videos that says it does matter...

[@FairV34]

As a young landlord who is just getting started, I appreciated this video! Just fixed two of my tenants dead outlets, seriously a huge help. Thank you!

[@TheRenderQ]

Excellent! I’m glad my video helped! The outlet I changed in my video is also from a rental house. The tenants had hid the burnt outlet under a cover but as you can see it’s not difficult to change. Definitely saves money by doing it yourself! Thanks for watching!

[@gmmg8078]

Great & helpful video. One of my sockets was not working properly. The top would not work, but the bottom one had power. I followed this video and when I removed the outlet from the wall, I noticed the top white wire was a little loose and not as tight. There were no signs of burnt, discoloration, or wear & tear. I made sure that loose screw was on snug/tight. It turned out to be the problem and it's working again.

[@a6scorpio]

So a receptacle can go bad in time? This is normal? I’m bout to replace one that suddenly started buzzing & looks somewhat burnt. I hope there isn’t something else that caused this issue. That’s what I’m afraid of. Great video! Convinced me to just do it!

[@truckersherm7249]

Hey, how did you make out?

[@logan5326]

You made me grow a pair; thanks for explaining with excellent tips tricks. I will get a tester and follow all your very clear instructions; thanks so much brother. Stay healthy and strong!!!

[@vp100]

Great video, I burned mine after connected multiple things to the extender outlets. I called an Electrician and he said it be at least $140. He thought I was going to pay for something this simple.

[@faithmarshall79]

You made this quick and straight to the point, best way to do it!

[@ms.rubyj.4259]

I agree with others claiming how great the video is - precise, straight-to-the-point and no-nonsense. Since time is money, your candidness is much appreciated. I was just wondering if the GFCI is replaced in the same manner. Can someone comment on that, PLEASE??

[@TheRenderQ]

I have not changed a GFCI outlet myself but I would imagine the process should be the same. Now you got me thinking I need to open up a GFCI outlet and see what wires are in there!

[@zach16]

Anyone else think whoever wired the outlet the first time left WAY too much exposed copper wire? Might be best to cut back some and bend it with less exposed

[@TheRenderQ]

Someone else has mentioned the amount of exposed wire too! This was wired by the home builder since I’m sure I’m the only one that’s looked at this since the house was built. When I get back into the outlet I’ll definitely trim it so there’s less exposed copper. Thanks for watching!

[@katiebot9355]

I live in an apartment, and I don't have a circuit breaker. How would I do this without it? Can I just skip that step?

[@TheRenderQ]

No! Do not attempt to replace your outlet without shutting off the power. Only do this with the power shut off or hire an electrician.

[@Raven_4875]

Hi, I don’t know if you will read this but my outlet where my wifi router is plugged in stopped working and there were those burnt marks on the outlet, than the other outlets in that bedroom stopped working to, don’t know if this is a different problem

[@TheRenderQ]

It’s possible that all the outlets in your room are on GFCI circuit. Look for an outlet nearby that has a reset button on it and see if it needs to be reset. The other thing which I think might be the real problem is that when your outlet burned out, it tripped the breaker switch for your room. Check the breaker panel to see if the breaker switch for your room got tripped. You could flip the switch back on and you should get power back on in your room. That burnt outlet will need to be replaced. Hope this points you in the right direction!

[@1electricang760]

Wrong!! The wire is stripped to much. The copper should only be showing around the termination screw

[@TheRenderQ]

Yeah several viewers have mentioned that there is too much insulation stripped off. I just replaced the outlet with the wires exactly as I found them. This was originally installed by the builder. I will have to go back in and trim the wires so there’s less of it exposed. But makes me think how many outlets/light switches in this house are like that?

[@purplesummermoonextract7574]

Yas! I'm gonna look like a real Miss Fix It around here! Kiss kiss!

[@patcupolo9274]

No tryin to know what caused the blow out, still using the cheap receptacle DUH!!

[@TheRenderQ]

Yeah I understand! This is from a rental property. When the tenants moved out they hid the damaged outlet with a cover. It wasn’t until I removed the cover that I saw it was burnt out. I replaced the receptacle as demonstrated in the video… and years later there have been no problems with it. Thanks for watching!

[@BrandonTobatto]

I don't why this popped up in my recommended, but I'm glad it did; your voice closely resembles that of James Woods, so this tutorial is all the more epic because of said fact.

[@TheRenderQ]

Wow! You’re the 2nd person today commenting that I sound like James Woods but on a different video! I am going to have to watch some of his movies to compare! Thanks for watching!

[@JLD5500]

I would like to replace all the outlets at my house do you recommend using 20 amp outlets for the larger appliances and 15 for the interior of the house? Will it cause complications?

[@electricaf365]

Use 15’s throughout

[@surferdude642]

20 amp receptacles will not cause complications. Use 15 amp "spec grade" receptacles. Never use 20 amp duplex receptacles because you'll never need them and they offer no advantage. If you're concerned about overloading it's the wire gauge, circuit breaker and the number of receptacles on that circuit that are important, not the receptacle. Another thing is that 20 amp receptacles can only be used on 20 amp circuits, but 15 amp duplex receptacles can be used on 15 or 20 amp circuits.

[@mandolish3271]

What if my black wire is burnt to a crisp?

[@renatawarec]

Thats my question too!

[@kingofrandom9504]

Cut back to where it isn't burned and strip again,make sure all connections are tight,it would be better to have an electrician take care of it

[@msbimia]

I'm about to do this myself! I too have watched it done in person but wanted a refresher because I'm nervous. I watched this first, then a couple of others, and this is the best and simplest of the instructions. I'm not trying to die today! I'll update on how it goes!

[@Dillon69]

are you dead

[@captainhowdy3104]

When 2 pairs of wires, it is important to make those terminal screws very tight, the entire load of the circuit is reliant on those screws to carry the power to the rest of the line. Restrip the wire for a new clean fresh connection. The old one dented the copper and weakened the connections, so starting fresh is better. Theese videos are kind of dangerous......many important facts missed. Dont reuse wire if damaged or burned or weakened.

[@renatawarec]

Good to know.i have at least one burned out one I haven't looked at yet!!

[@EliteOnTheBeat]

​@@renatawarec He should've trimmed the wire back an inch and that would've completely of SOLVED the problem. I have OCD so i would've taken sand paper to the end of that ground maybe rough it up 1/2 inch at the end of the wire so that you don't see paint on the ground anymore. lol. 🤷‍♂️ BTW having a gutter mindset where you say to yourself well I can't do such and such because its "dangerous" is just ludicrous. EVERY billionaire took CHANCES! 💯

[@clint4237]

Stripping to some fresh wire is the only important thing that was missed. I wouldn't call that "many."

[@captainhowdy3104]

@@clint4237 out of all the things I addressed......you pick apart the use of the word many...lol yes overlooked MANY important issues, not gonna list em....dont be jealous, it's my trade, u a jack leg handy man.

[@clint4237]

@@captainhowdy3104 with all the things you addressed? You barely addressed anything. Don't be jealous? What are you even talking about? Stop being a child.

[@senteevee1193]

You made it very easy to your viewers in replacing the outlet, Thumbs up.

[@jesuschristsaves392]

Dear God🙏♥️💕 in heaven, I come to you in the name of Jesus. I acknowledge to You that I am a sinner, and I am sorry for my sins and the life that I have lived; I need your forgiveness. I believe that your only begotten Son Jesus Christ shed His precious blood on the cross at Calvary and died for my sins, and I am now willing to turn from my sin. You said in the bible that if we confess the Lord our God and believe in our hearts that God raised Jesus from the dead, we shall be saved. Right now I confess Jesus as my Lord. With my heart, I believe that God raised Jesus from the dead. This very moment I accept Jesus Christ as my own personal Savior and according to His Word, right now I am saved. Amen.

[@billywallbanger9018]

Thank you for taking it slow and explaining "why" you're doing it using your methods.

[@shibashorts]

Thanks! You made this super easy and answered my other question about how to level a faceplate! Good blessing!👍

[@TheRenderQ]

Excellent! Really glad my outlet replacement tutorial was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@heatherbrooks7006]

This is just what I needed. Thank you so much for straight to the point instructions. I am helping my daughter with her rental, so I get to go change a few outlets. Again, thank you!

[@pixeldragon6387]

Love this format. Simple, informative, no BGM, no fluff.

[@vernonwilliams8344]

I work at a motel and we just fired our maintenance guy. This helped me. I didn't know it was this easy. My only problem is finding the circuit breaker box and then finding the room switch.

[@TheRenderQ]

That is great to hear! This is a skill that will help out with your motel business! I’m sure you’re probably going to hire another maintenance guy but If you ever find yourself without one this will be a task you could do yourself if needed! Thanks for watching!

[@Jeffrey-s6g]

Wow. Definitely doing this next weekend. You saved me lots of money from not hiring a contractor. Peace of mind too

[@TheRenderQ]

Yeah! Changing an outlet isn’t very difficult. I’m glad you found my tutorial! Just make sure the power is off before you start. No need to pay an electrician for this! Thanks for watching!

[@marjoriebeckwith8819]

I am a homeowner I didn't want to call an election to replace 2 outlets.thank you for this video.to the point step by step.Im going to replace both of them today.this video saved me money.

[@TheRenderQ]

Excellent! I’m glad my outlet replacement tutorial was helpful! Definitely save money doing it yourself! I’m sure it helps watching someone do it first! Thanks for watching!

[@bensomething733]

Best 1-2-3 how to do it right video for a how do you do that, for a regular person who done this before I learned a new way to do it safer and even better. Thanks

[@TheRenderQ]

You’re welcome! I’m glad my instructions were easy to follow for replacing an electrical outlet! Thanks for watching!

[@walkinfaithnotbysight]

This may be a dumb question, but if there is still voltage on the burnt outlet, do you have to replace it? Is it just for cosmetic purposes, or if it's burned before, does that make it more susceptible in the future?

[@TheRenderQ]

I’m not an electrician so I can’t be 100% sure. If the receptacle is still working it might be fine even if it looks burnt. The burnt marks were probably caused by sparking and to prevent damage the breaker could’ve tripped for safety. So in all likelihood the burnt receptacle is probably cosmetic. But the one I had was in a rental house so I had to change it. Hope this helps!

[@walkinfaithnotbysight]

@@TheRenderQ Appreciate the response!

[@joshbrown4506]

This may be a silly question but my outlets are just 2 prong a and I’d like to switch it to a 3 prong, is that possible?

[@TheRenderQ]

I’m not an electrician so I can’t really advise you about going from 2-prong to 3-prong outlets. I’m sure it can be done but you’d need to consult an electrician! Sorry I’m not more help!

[@joshbrown4506]

@@TheRenderQ I appreciate your honesty man, I totally get it!! I appreciate your help, tryina figure everything out on my own 👍

[@blueboyblue]

NITS TO PICK - 1.) Use a Needle Nose Pliers with INSULATED GRIPS. Yes, the power is off ...sort of.....maybe... but you still use standard safety practices and tools. 2.) Again, while the Power might be off, until your wife or child turns it back on without you knowing, I do not touch bare wire or screws. Yes with the Power Off it is safe, but it is also a bad habit to get into. 3.) Use proper tools of the Proper Size, that long screw driver is a prelude to it slipping and causing an accident. 4.) Use Insulated Tools and never let your skin touch any Metal part of the Tool. Yes the Power is off...for now... but this is a matter of Bad Habit vs Good Habits. 5.) Screw all the Screw down. Don't leave the unused one sticking out like you did. Again Bad Habits vs Good Habits. Handling any Electrical Wiring is like handling a Gun, even if you know it is safe, you treat it as if it is not. The Stakes are TOO HIGH to get into Bad Habits or to tolerate a mistake. *Overall though, very helpful.*

[@pandorapvp514]

Your wires for hot and neutral are a bit long, you dont want copper hanging outside the back of the outlet.

[@TheRenderQ]

Yes! Thanks for the observation! A few other viewers said the same thing about wires. This is how the wires were installed when the house was built. First time I’ve replaced this outlet. I’ll have to go back and cut it back so there isn’t as much copper showing. Thanks for watching!

[@willierobison3666]

TheRenderQ, I just purchased a Leviton USB Charger/Tamper Resistant Outlet to replace a standard burned wall outlet like you're replacing in this video. However, the USB Charger has only the green ground on the bottom left side and two screws on the right side. The old outlet has two screws on the left and two screws on the right, plus the green ground screw. With two few screws on the left side of the charger how would I replace the new outlet in the place of the old outlet? Hopefully, you can answer me very quickly. Thank you, Willie.

[@irOckq]

My outlet doesnt have screws on the side. Just what looks like a clamp button. I cannot find anything on how to take it off and get the wires out ☹️

[@TheRenderQ]

I’ll paste a link to a video with push style wire connectors. I’m not sure this is what you have. Tutorial starts at :32 seconds. Hope this helps: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIrKm2Rre5mGpbM

[@irOckq]

@@TheRenderQ I saw that video. But mine was slightly different. The slot was on the side instead of the two screws and it was like it was glued. Pressing them did nothing. I ended up cutting it off. Haha. All better now! The rest of your video helped a bunch! Thank you so much!

[@eksboks148]

Thanks, 15 here and with a bad outlet in the living room with a smell coming from it and a family that's too busy to do anything about it, I thought I could get it but overconfidence isn't something you want with stuff like this.. wanted to double check myself and this was just perfectly concise to do it without taking all day or getting a shocker. I won't go into it since it's already in nearly every comment but definitely important to remember the way the wires are supposed to hook, so it doesn't loosen when you tighten the screw, I think I remember that from a Technology Connections video. Gotta love that Alec.

[@KissyKat]

Just found the space heater (which I'm trashing) burned my outlet. Glad I found your video - was easy to follow. Doing this tomorrow. Have subscribed to your channel. Thanks!

[@MMAFightMagazine]

Does the circuit tester lighting up indicate that: if one were to plug something into that plug that it should work? Please forgive my extreme lack of understanding in this matter.

[@brooklyndestiny446]

OK so I have a question we have a barn in our in our barn we have a room well one of the plugs in the room it burnt out like that but none of the other plugs in the room work now could it be just because of that one plug or does it mean all the plugs are bad because there’s no power going to any of the plugs now but the breaker is not off it says it’s on

[@TheRenderQ]

It sounds like you have a GFCI outlet in your room. Look at all the plugs in your room or area next to the room to see if you can an outlet with a reset button on it. Press the reset button and your outlets should work again. If you reset and the button pops out again then it’s possible the burnt outlet is causing more problems and it will need to be replaced. I’m not an electrician but I know the first thing I’d look for is a GFCI outlet and reset it. Hope this helps!

[@brooklyndestiny446]

@@TheRenderQ Thank you so much I really appreciate that and I’m going to do that most

[@Brahdyssey]

Solid Audio, muffled background, simple Wording and Direction. best way to learn

[@meganmoon6197]

Yay I can swap out my own outlets 😭 single mom and just bought a little bit of a fixer upper

[@TheRenderQ]

Nice! I’m sure you can do it! Most important part is to make sure power is shut off to the outlet. Once you do one the rest will be easy!

[@haukilahtii]

can a bad outlet cause no power in room? bc thats what is happening to me it was sparking

[@TheRenderQ]

An outlet that is sparking can cause a room to lose power only because it may have tripped the breaker switch for that room. If the breaker switch didn’t get tripped then it’s possible that it tripped a nearby GFCI outlet. Look for a tripped breaker or reset the GFCI switch.

[@haukilahtii]

@@TheRenderQ its good now, i changed out the outlet and my power is running well 👍 person who wired this house did a really bad job and power goes off in sometimes 2 or 3 or just a light. yeah it can sound complicated but thats how it was lol 😂

[@jessilee2106]

Dumb question.... do I need to turn off electricity??

[@TheRenderQ]

Yes! You need to turn off the electricity to that outlet before you start working on it. I mentioned that in the video where I switch it off at the breaker box. Mine aren’t labeled very well so I have to flip breaker switches until I turn off the right one. Yours may or may not be labeled. Hope this helps!

[@michaelbarens1140]

thank you! I work nights and was tired and needed a reminder...perfect!

[@2beornot2beholy]

Omg! They we’re saying it’s gonna cost $150 just to look at the outlet by any electrician plus adding the fixing fee. Ridiculous. Thanks!

[@scrumthebum2451]

Well done with no Bs & distracting music 👍

[@dimitriberozny3729]

Outlet probably had a loose worn male plug that was wobbly and arced when it was inserted into the outlet!! PLEASE CHECK YOUR APPLIANCES and LAMPS.

[@texansforever6782]

How long did it take you to install by chance 10-15 minutes?

[@TheRenderQ]

I’m not an expert at this but yes… I think it would take me about 15 minutes to replace the outlet. Hope this helps!

[@texansforever6782]

@@TheRenderQ Thank you so much!

[@immoegreen200]

There in the kitchen I would have used a GFI outlet.

[@TheRenderQ]

Yes! That’s good advice! I’m pretty sure this one is linked to a GFCI on the other end of the counter since it’s in the kitchen. Thanks for watching!

[@immoegreen200]

@@TheRenderQ you hope

[@immoegreen200]

@@TheRenderQ is that like that tv commercial where a hornet nest falls on his head and the other guy says "I'm pretty sure those aren't murder Hornets!!! And I'm pretty sure those shark looking fish are dolphins swimming toward you!!! Hahaha!!

[@surferdude642]

@@TheRenderQ pretty sure? Just press the test button on the nearby gfci to find out.

[@guiluka]

146 / 5 000 Résultats de traduction Hello. Well yes... A short circuit, it could!!! It's poop, a short juice. But, it's good to have a new plug and replace it.

[@sarisimons7308]

Thank you! I'm off to Home Depot.

[@losxlakers]

Do you have a video on circuit breakers?

[@ananyasharma949]

I changed the same way two different power points ....One working fine but the other is not working ...It just spark little for 1second on moving wire but no power supply shows to any device ....Plz help ...What's the actual problem of power socket

[@MM1-2-v5k]

Can you cover an outlet in your house with a metal storage cabinet?? Will that start electrical fire?

[@stevepettersen3283]

A few pointers: test BOTH outlets for power before opening and handling. One of them could be a switched outlet that is powered independently from the other. 2. Too much bare wire is exposed from the loop. Ideally, the insulation should end just before the screw head. 3. On the old receptacle, you can totally remove the screws to make freeing the loops much easier. 4. For the new receptacle, if the loops don't go under the screws easily try slightly backing the screws out (don't remove) this may get you the clearance you need. 5. Any unused screws should be tightened down. 6. Make sure the black wire goes to the brass colored screw, white to the silver colored screw. Don't assume the person before you did it correctly.

[@PrestonGriffin]

This was incredible! Great quality and super helpful! Love it!!