How often does a GFCI need to be replaced? | | Every year | 3% | | 1-2 years | 3% | | 3-4 years | 18% | | 5-6 years | 14% | | 7-8 years | 3% | | 9-10 years | 14% | | Over 10 years | 18% | | Unsure | 22% | | | | | Question: How often does a GFCI need to be replaced? Top Answer (22% of 27 votes): Unsure.
Answer: Unsure
Explanation: That varies with use and manufacture. | | ElectriTech, Inc. | Answer: Every year
Explanation: Nobody does though. | | Aegis Electric LLC | Answer: 9-10 years
Explanation: depends on load and usage | | Electrical Services Inc. | | | ProMatcher | Answer: 9-10 years
Explanation: When a cord is plugged into the GFCI or any outlet if it does not get good contact it will heat up and could arch and cause a fire | | D B Electric | Answer: Over 10 years
Explanation: Normally should last at least 15 - 25 yrs. | | My Electrician | Answer: Unsure
Explanation: I've seen GFI's last sometimes 20 years | | Advanced Electrical and Energy | | | ProMatcher | Answer: Unsure
Explanation: When it will not test trip or reset | | Jove Electric | Answer: Unsure
Explanation: Approximately every 10 years, but they should be tested periodically to ensure they are working properly. | | LED Electrical Services |
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