Three outlets not working

If multiple outlets are not working, it might be because a GFCI outlet tripped somewhere else on the same circuit. If your outlets are not working after a power outage, there is a good chance there is a tripped GFCI that needs resetting.

Why would a few outlets stopped working?
What to do if multiple outlets stop working?
Why are all the outlets on my wall not working?
Why am I not getting power to some outlets?
Is it common for outlets to stop working?
Should I be worried about outlets that don't work?
Why is my electrical circuit not working but the breaker not tripped?
Can one outlet cause other outlets not to work?
Why did the power in my room go out but the breaker not tripped?
Why are my lights working but not sockets?
Can a dead outlet cause a fire?
Can an outlet fail without tripping breaker?
Why are my sockets not working but nothing has tripped?
Can one outlet cause other outlets not to work?
What would cause power to go out in one room breaker not tripped?
What if you have lost power to outlets and no circuit breaker has tripped?
Why would multiple outlets stop working and breaker not tripped?
What causes an outlet to not reset?
Why are some of my lights and sockets not working?
Will a tripped circuit fix itself?
What makes multiple breakers to go out?
How much does it cost to replace a circuit breaker?

Why would a few outlets stopped working?

Loose wires at the terminal screw, damaged wire insulation or burned wiring will cause an outlet to stop working. Additionally, wires that are connected at the stab-in connection are known to loosen with time, and wires at the connectors can also become loose.

What to do if multiple outlets stop working?

If an outlet isn't working, check your circuit breaker panel. The breaker that is tripped will appear to be between the 'on' and 'off' position. Flip the switch to off, then back to on. This will reset the circuit and potentially fix your broken outlet.

Why are all the outlets on my wall not working?

One or more of your outlets might be affected by a loose wire, which means that the wiring either has gradually loosened over time or was never connected correctly to begin with. This can affect all the other outlets on the same circuit, causing them to malfunction (or rather, stop functioning) as well.

Why am I not getting power to some outlets?

If your outlet has short circuited or been overloaded, then your circuit breaker may have shut off its power. Check other nearby outlets to see if they are working. If they also are dead, then go to your circuit breaker. When a circuit breaker has tripped, the lever will usually flip to the middle or off position.

Is it common for outlets to stop working?

Believe it or not, it's fairly common for an electrical outlet to simply burn out. Because a strong electrical current flows through an outlet, this can sometimes cause a small fire to occur within the outlet's wiring and it will stop working.

Should I be worried about outlets that don't work?

Immediately stop using the outlet, even if it regains electrical connection. It's important to have your outlet inspected by a professional electrician. While the burnout is likely an isolated incident, it may be a warning sign of a larger issue.

Why is my electrical circuit not working but the breaker not tripped?

A circuit breaker can fail without tripping and is an indication it needs to be replaced. It can also mean there are wiring issues with the circuit itself, such as exposed/loose wiring, overheating, and unregulated voltage.

Can one outlet cause other outlets not to work?

Many older homes have all of the electrical outlets in a room or an area of the home all connected on a single circuit breaker. With old homes like this, a bad outlet may cause all of the other outlets in that room to stop working because it will trip the breaker.

Why did the power in my room go out but the breaker not tripped?

Lights Out, Circuit Breaker Not Tripped

One culprit could be a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlet that has tripped. When experiencing electrical imbalances, GFCI outlets trip much quicker to protect people from electrocution. If you hit the “test” button and it does not click, the GFCI has tripped.

Why are my lights working but not sockets?

Usually, the culprit is either a tripped breaker or a bad connection. The outlet might have a bad connection, or the circuit breaker might need to be reset.

Can a dead outlet cause a fire?

A dead outlet isn't just a nuisance. It's also a fire risk, which is why fixing it is a job for a professional electrician. That's especially true for older homes that haven't been rewired in years.

Can an outlet fail without tripping breaker?

Yes, the outlet can fail without tripping the breaker - failed or dead outlet means that the power is not present, and this can be caused not only by tripped breaker (which is not in this case) but can be also caused by damaged electric breakers, bad/loose wiring, failing connectors, and similar.

Why are my sockets not working but nothing has tripped?

If a socket isn't working but a breaker hasn't tripped then that would generally mean that the circuit is broken in a way that hasn't generated a fault condition. First try a different appliance plug in a lamp, kettle, toaster... to be sure it's not just a blown fuse or faulty hairdryer.

Can one outlet cause other outlets not to work?

What would cause power to go out in one room breaker not tripped?

What if you have lost power to outlets and no circuit breaker has tripped?

Check the GFCI Reset Button

If your home is newer you may have ground fault circuit interrupter outlets, but this won't always be the case. For those who don't have one, the problem is probably that one of your outlets is damaged and/or has a loose wire. This issue could be causing others to lose power.

Why would multiple outlets stop working and breaker not tripped?

If the wall outlet stopped working and the electric breaker is in its On position, check the appliance/tool/gadget/device that is being powered by the seemingly dead wall outlet. Perhaps there is an issue with the appliance's plug, power cord, appliance's internal fuse (if present), or the appliance simply died.

What causes an outlet to not reset?

There are a few potential reasons your outlet will not reset. The outlet may have dust or moisture inside, you have a bad electrical connection, or there is an improper connection. If there is no power supply to the outlet, your GFCI will not reset.

Why are some of my lights and sockets not working?

Check if one of the circuit breakers has tripped (turned off). If it has, reset it by switching it back on, the lights should now work. If resetting the circuit breaker does not work, it is recommended that you call an electrician.

Will a tripped circuit fix itself?

Type 1 are auto resettable, and once tripped, will attempt to reset the circuit, or 'cycle', as the internal elements of the breaker cool down. Type 2 (trip and hold) are called modified reset, and will remain tripped until the power is removed from the breaker.

What makes multiple breakers to go out?

Circuit overload is one of the most common reasons for circuit breakers tripping, and you can prevent it from happening by running fewer appliances at the same time on that circuit. The best long-term solution, however, is to have an electrician update your home's wiring to add additional circuits.

How much does it cost to replace a circuit breaker?

Circuit Breaker Switch

This is typically a relatively low-cost replacement, with an average cost of only $150 to $200, including labor and materials.