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June 30, 2025 • 8 mins

Join Check A Pro Joe as he sits down with Cool Hand Luke from Cool Hand Electric to discuss the critical topic of electrical safety in your home. In this episode, they delve into the benefits of tamper-resistant outlets, which are now a standard safety feature in modern homes. Luke shares his insights on how these outlets protect children and ensure a secure electrical connection, while also clarifying misconceptions about traditional outlet safety methods.

Discover why tamper-resistant outlets are not just for households with children, but a necessary upgrade for every home, offering better connections and preventing electrical hazards. Learn from the experts about the easy transition to these safer outlets, and understand the codes that mandate their use in various settings.

Don't miss this informative discussion aimed at helping homeowners make wise decisions for their electrical systems. Remember, always rely on professional electricians like Luke and his team to handle any electrical upgrades safely and effectively.

🔌 What Is a Tamper-Resistant Electrical Outlet? Answered by Luke Strange from Cool Hand Electric

If you've ever seen "TR" on an electrical outlet and wondered what it meant, you're not alone! Luke Strange from Cool Hand Electric is here to explain.

A Tamper-Resistant (TR) outlet looks like a standard outlet, but it includes a built-in safety mechanism designed to protect children and prevent electrical accidents. Inside the outlet are spring-loaded shutters that only open when equal pressure is applied to both slots—like when plugging in an actual electrical cord.

If a child tries to insert a paperclip, toy, or any foreign object into one slot, the shutters stay closed, blocking access to the live electrical parts. This makes TR outlets one of the most effective ways to child-proof your home’s electrical system.

In fact, the National Electrical Code now requires tamper-resistant outlets in most new residential construction, especially in areas accessible to children.

They offer safety without sacrificing function—and they’re affordable, too.

đź’ˇ Protect your family with modern, code-compliant outlets. Contact Cool Hand Electric to inspect or upgrade your home today!

🔌💙 Stay safe, stay powered!

Check out the full episode on the The Check A Pro Radio Show - https://www.coolhandelectricrepairpodcast.com For More Information visit them at www.coolhandelectric.com or call - 469-874-0198

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