It may seem like a small problem, but a sparking outlet should not be ignored. When you plug something into an outlet and it sparks, it could be an indicator of a faulty outlet - which can not only shock you and damage your appliances but can even lead to a house fire.
Should I worry if my outlet sparks?
A very small spark is normal when connecting a plug to an appliance, so if you are seeing noticeable large sparks that appear to leap out of the plug socket, there is likely an issue that needs to be fixed.
How do you fix an electrical outlet that sparks?
How to Fix a Sparking Outlet
- Shut off power to the room. Do this from the circuit breaker. ...
- Buy a new outlet. Take a picture of the outlet and bring it to a hardware store. ...
- Test the outlet while the power is shut off. It's always a good idea to double check that the power is really turned off.
