Electrical

How to Replace a Standard Wall Outlet

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Estimated Time

20 mins

Difficulty Level

Easy

Required Tools

Non-Contact Voltage TesterPhillips Head ScrewdriverFlathead ScrewdriverWire StrippersNeedle-Nose Pliers

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00:42Turn off power and test 01:15Remove wall plate and outlet 02:30Disconnect old wiring 04:10Wire the new outlet 06:45Mount outlet and plate

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“Hi, I'm located here in my area and I was just watching a video on VideoProven called ‘How to fix a replace a standard wall outlet’. I see that it's rated as a Easy repair and requires a Non-Contact Voltage Tester and a Phillips Head Screwdriver, which I don't have on hand. I'm a bit stuck on the step at the 06:45 mark. Can you send someone over to help me finish this up?”

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