Available as circuit breakers and receptacles. Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCIs) protect against electrical fires from malfunctions. The Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that 50% of home electrical fires can be prevented by proper AFCI protection.
Learn where AFCI protection is required in your home by the National Electrical Code:
- Bedrooms
- Closets
- Kitchens
- Laundry areas
- Living rooms
- Family rooms
- Rec rooms
- Parlors, libraries, or dens