A cracked, loose, or (ouch!) shocking electrical receptacle is a candidate for replacement. But before you head out shopping for a new one, know what to ask for and how to connect everything safely
Safest points of wire connection. (Push-in terminals, or "backstabbers," on back of receptacle are not as secure.) White wire always goes to one silver screw (it doesn't matter which one), and black wire to one brass. Swapped wires or loose screws will cause shorts or shocks.
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