Installing a new electrical outlet in a finished wall can seem like a big task due to the potential for drywall damage, but ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University.

Also note that if a GFCI trips, it can shut off power not just to the outlet but often to other ... is a bigger issue,” he says. Purchase a receptacle tester that has GFCI testing capability.