Would you recommend installing AFCI outlets in every room of the house? | | Yes, always | 35% | | In most cases | 14% | | In some cases | 26% | | No, never | 19% | | Not sure | 4% | | | | | Question: Would you recommend installing AFCI outlets in every room of the house? Top Answer (35% of 42 votes): Yes, always.
Answer: No, never
Explanation: We recommend installing an AFCI breaker, instead. That way, if you ever lose power, you know exactly where to go, instead of figuring out which outlet is tripped. | | G & H Electrical Services, LLC | Answer: No, never
Explanation: AFCI protection is not required for outlets located outside or in garages or bathroom areas. | | Ross Electric Company | Answer: In some cases
Explanation: In existing homes, if a homeowner is looking for a particular area to be protected then yes, an AFCI outlet would be recommended. If they want to have a better peace of mind, then I would install an AFCI breaker and protect the entire circuit. | | Electrical Services Plus LLC | | | ProMatcher | Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: There are a few exceptions, but Code requires this. | | Aegis Electric LLC | Answer: No, never
Explanation: The best way to maximum system protection would be to utilize AFCI circuit breakers with GFCI outlets. | | Construct Boss | Answer: No, never
Explanation: compressors on your refrigerator and other motor loads can be affected by this AFCI breaker | | D B Electric | | | ProMatcher | Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: Code requires that every room in a house be protected by an arc fault breaker or device | | Seabreeze Electric | Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: For your own safety | | Gacem Electric | Answer: No, never
Explanation: Only in bedrooms | | Advanced Electrical and Energy | | | ProMatcher | Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: It is not the decision of the electrician, it is required by the national electrical code. | | LED Electrical Services |
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