Do you know if you have Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protected outlets in your Alpharetta home? These are the devices
that generally look a little bit different than normal power
outlets (receptacles); they’re usually square and have “test”
and “reset” buttons on them. Some may have a small sticker that
reads: GFCI protected outlet. These funny little outlets (not
the stickers) save lives. The GFCIs also have the capacity to
protect other “normal” outlets on the same circuit, so they can
save lives too. GFCIs are designed to sense water and moisture
and completely shut down the flow of electrical current. This is
why they are required in parts of your home where water will,
inevitably, come in contact with the outlet and create a shock
hazard. GFCIs are required by the National Electrical Code (NEC)
in Kitchens, Wet Bars, Bathrooms, Garages, Crawlspaces,
Unfinished Basements, Outside, near Pools and Spas, and a few
other places. This is because water is a natural conduit for
electricity and creates