The outlet is the most-used part of your electrical system and usually the most ignored. Two-prong outlets, ungrounded circuits, and missing GFCI protection in wet areas are some of the most common safety issues we find. Newer outlet styles add charging, smart features, and code-required protection without changing how your house looks.
An outlet upgrade makes sense if you still have two-prong outlets anywhere in the home, if kitchens, bathrooms, garages, or outdoor outlets aren't GFCI protected, or if you've added a kitchen island, home office, or media wall and just don't have enough power where you need it. USB and USB-C outlets eliminate the wall-wart pile next to nightstands and desks. Smart outlets let you schedule, monitor, and remote-control plugged-in devices without changing the device itself.
GFCI outlets shut off power within milliseconds of detecting a ground fault, which is what stops a hair dryer in a sink from electrocuting someone. Code requires GFCI protection in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, basements, and outdoor outlets. Many older homes don't have it.
Tamper-resistant outlets prevent kids from sticking objects into the slots and are now required in new construction. AFCI breakers and outlets prevent arc faults that cause a high percentage of residential electrical fires. USB and USB-C outlets eliminate adapter clutter and charge devices faster than the cable plugged into a standard outlet through a brick.
Smart outlets let you control plugged-in lamps, fans, and appliances from a phone or voice assistant, which is the easiest way to add automation without rewiring lighting.
An outlet is only as good as the wiring behind it. Old aluminum wiring, ungrounded boxes, and overloaded circuits all create issues that the outlet itself can't fix. Godby's certified electricians inspect the circuit before any upgrade, replace what needs replacing, and install outlets that meet current code. That's what turns a good product into a great long-term investment.
