DIY... HOW TO FIX A LOOSE OUTLET...WITH BONUS TIPS !

This is a problem I've continued to see thought-out my 18 year career as an electrician. Outlets not installed properly and becoming loose over time. There is some good information in this video to help you fix this problem permanently. Make sure to watch the video all the way through to catch some other tips and tricks.

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[OneEyeCustoms]

I have never seen the tube over the screw idea. That’s a great tip, Thanks for the video!

[dolfan]

Great video!
I would like to add that an analog voltage tester, such as the Square D Wiggy, is a great way to go. It's failsafe. Never have to worry about a dead battery.

[indirabayne]

Who would have thought about being able to size your screw that way!! This made my morning to solve the problem I was having without having to go to big box store! Thank you!!

[WhispersFromTheDark]

Thanks so much for this video! I am planning on building an apartment inside my metal garage and will be wiring the plugs and then getting an electrician to come inspect everything and this will help me not have the issues that I currently have in my old mobile home.

[garn]

Just for the hell of it (Because you like adding funny comments) you might want to go back and edit (Flash up a message...?) at the 2:55 mark. You say that you first turn it on and will hear a flash and a beep. I don’t recall the last time I was able to hear a flash. :) Only mention it because you like including humor in your videos. It’s not intended to rip on ya.

[oaouda]

Thank you for the video. That was very helpful. I was struggling yesterday with receptacles and switches and I could not get it flush with the wall. Do you mind sharing the link or the name of the black tube that you used in the video. I need to redo all the outlets :). Thank you and keep on the good work!!

[davidbiggs]

Just started watching and your mixture of info and comedy is great. The outlet trick was greatly appreciated. Keep up the videos.

[LloydLemons]

Perfect! I've never used the tubing, but I will next time.

[AdamsMom]

Wow Kyle! Great tip…
You should have way more views on this. Everyone needs to know this. Well done.
I have a few to fix myself…

[ogatkinson]

Very good tips (more than one). Thanks

[Tundra]

Super helpful… I’ve got 2 outlets that flex when I plug into them so I’m going to investigate to see if the issue is similar to what you demonstrated in this video. Good job 👍

[jimjensen]

great job, I bought those plastic spacers, apparently a WASTE of $$$ !!! THANKS !!!

[spraggerm]

Sweet trade secrets 😉 very helpful thanks Kyle . How is that exterior wall of the house? All fix?

[robertgiguere]

This used house we bought had several outlets that were loose in that the plugs were not tight. If you bearly wiggle a cord to a lamp the light would flicker. I changed all in this condition but I was wondering how common is that and what causes it to happen. Thanks in advance.

[MonarchGuy]

Thanks for the video! What causes all my outlets to come lose is that it’s becoming so difficult to plug and remove appliances. What’s a good way to make this smoother? Can I use WD40?

[Atlantismonkey]

You are funnier, every time. So sorry to hear you lost your friend. I have been fixing thing for many years. I tell people all the time. Saving money is always good. Do it yourself if you can! That said, leave the electric stuff to the pro’s. It can’t be said enough, very dangerous. I recently installed a ceiling fan for a neighbor. More correctly, I installed a new fan. There was no support for the fan. A plastic light plate. How it didn’t drop, I don’t know. They were very confused as to the preparation. They had no idea. Keep them coming, again funny.

[JupiterMoJo]

My tip is wiring a 15a outlet with 16ga and then add a 6 plug adapter over it. Lets you then run 6 power strips for 36 plugs total. Brilliant! Smell of bbq is just a bonus. 🤓

[jlamb]

Hey Kyle! Lol...what a fun & informative vid! I've been working on fixing my icemaker (again) and it's a struggle. One of my biggest obstacles is unplugging the fridge. The ex is a master electrician and while it's on a dedicated line I don't even wanna go into how it's wired! Anyway, the plug is so flipping' tight in the outlet. I know I can fix this myself, just like I fix everything, but I hate unplugging this fridge! Is there anything I can safely use on the prongs to make it easier next time...maybe alleviate the hassle and dread? (Keystone! 😂 Good idea.) Thanks, Judy in New York

[stksux]

Nice name. I wonder if we are kin. I'm a Spicer as well in south Georgia

[sarayoung]

Should I be concerned if the bottom outlet moves in a bit when plugging things in? The top one doesn't move, but the bottom does. I live in apartment maintenance and this was recently installed because my old one was getting black marks on it, indicating arcing. I don't see the marks on the new one, but I'm concerned about the movement. Apartment maintenance is never very good, this is the third time they have come back to try to fix it, the first time they installed my new outlet I lost power trying to plug something into it.