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Wall Socket Very Hot- No Power?
I have a wall socket in a bedroom and for some reason it is very hot when I touch it. Does anyone know why this could be? I took off the socket plate and the plate itself was quite hot. The socket is not working and there is no power going to that bedroom. I can only assume because of the heat, there is juice getting to the socket. Do I need an electrician>
4 Answers
- AnonLv 68 years agoFavorite Answer
I would turn the breaker off/remove the fuse (depending on the panel) and then call an electrician. If it is hot, it could start a fire.
- ?Lv 68 years ago
First take out the fuse that feeds that socket then if you know how you could test with a meter on the end of the socket to see what conditions are on the cable.However I think it would be more sensible to get an Electrician in you "do not" mess with Electricity far better to be safe than sorry.....good luck
Source(s): Use - Polar BearLv 78 years ago
Heat is a good indicator of a bad connection. Turn off the breaker feeding that plug and take the receptacle out and tighten the screws, then try it again. If you have a VOM plug something and run it (like a hair dryer) in and take an amp draw. If its anywhere close to 13 replace the plug.
Source(s): HVAC tech plenty of electrical experience - 8 years ago
turn off breaker to that side of the house or the main breaker if necesary. then change that wall socket. repower and see if the problem is fixed.
