Determine where you'll get power for your new receptacle. Look on the wall behind your new location and determine if the circuit can handle another receptacle. Call a licensed electrician or your ...

Locate the circuit breaker or fuse that controls the outlet you plan to replace and shut off the power to the circuit. Plug a lamp, radio or the GFCI tester into the outlet to test for power and make ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...