When it comes to your home’s electrical system, what you can’t see matters most. Counterfeit, unbranded, unlisted, and non-conforming electrical products like outlets, breakers, and switches may look legitimate, but they can be made with substandard materials, lack proper testing, and can fail without warning. These knock off products increase the risk of electrical fires, shock hazards, and equipment damage.
Always purchase electrical equipment from reputable retailers and trusted suppliers. Even then, be sure to look for products that are certified and listed by recognized testing laboratories, which indicates the product has been evaluated for safety and performance.
Check with the Consumer Product Safety Commission to see if there are any active recalls on the electrical equipment you are purchasing.
Have electrical work performed by a qualified electrician to ensure the right products are installed correctly.
Choose trusted products. Choose qualified professionals.
