By Charles S., Service expert Allentown office
Job at a glance
- Location
- Kingston, PA
- Service
- Outlet and Switch Repair
- When
- October 2026
- Service expert
- Charles S.
- Called about
- outlets that had stopped working
- Service size
- 15 amp
- Panel brand
- Square D
- Panel age
- 57
- Visits
- 2
- Options offered
- 2
What this type of job typically costs
$325 to $725
Outlet repair or replacement
From 163 jobs we completed in the last 18 months.
The middle half of what our clients paid for this type of job across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, everything on the job before discounts, refreshed every month. A licensed service expert sees your home and gives a written price before any work starts.
Range updated November 9, 2026.
About this service →
A Kingston homeowner contacted Thomas Edison Electric after two outlets in their home stopped working. The client needed help restoring power to these outlets and addressing other electrical concerns.
The client's problem
The client noticed that multiple outdoor outlets had stopped functioning, and they also had older two-prong outlets in their office that they wanted updated.
What our service expert found
The service expert found that the outdoor receptacles had failed and needed replacement. Inside the home, the office had ungrounded two-prong outlets, which are outdated and cannot safely accommodate modern three-prong plugs. The home also had a 57-year-old Square D panel, making whole-home surge protection an important consideration for protecting appliances and electronics from power surges.
Options we presented
The service expert presented options including replacing the failed and outdated receptacles throughout the home, as well as adding whole-home surge protection to safeguard the electrical system.
Surge (the client chose this one)
Replace receptacle (the client chose this one)
The solution
The client chose to move forward with both the receptacle replacements and the surge protection. The team replaced the non-functioning outdoor receptacles with GFCI-protected outlets and installed weatherproof bubble covers for safe outdoor use. In the office, the three ungrounded two-prong outlets were replaced with grounded three-prong receptacles. Two toggle switches that were broken or needed updating were also replaced. Finally, the team installed a whole-home surge protector on the main panel.
Work performed
Replaced outdoor receptacles with GFCI-protected outlets
Installed weatherproof bubble covers on outdoor outlets
Replaced three two-prong outlets with grounded three-prong receptacles in office
Replaced two toggle switches
Installed whole-home surge protector on main panel
What we installed
- Pass & Seymour 1597-TRWRW 15A 125V Self-Test Tamper-Resistant Weather-Resistant GFCI, White Outlet× 2
- Mulberry 30981, 1G Extra Duty In Use Bubble Cover
- Pass & Seymour 660-WG 15 Amp 120 VAC 1-Pole White Toggle Switch
- Mulberry 76101, 1G Duplex Semi Gloss White Metal Plate
- Pass & Seymour TR5352W Tamper-Resistant Specification Grade Receptacle, Back & Side Wire, 20A, 125V, Wh
- Square D HEPD80 Surge Protector
Why pricing varies
No two homes are wired the same. On this job, the price came down to:
- Number of devices replaced
- Device type (standard, GFCI, AFCI, tamper-resistant, USB, smart or dimmer)
- Condition of the boxes and wiring behind the devices
- Backstabbed or aluminum connections that need correction
- Access and the number of rooms involved
A service expert prices your job after seeing it, and you approve the price before any work starts.
Why it matters in Kingston
Homes in Kingston and throughout Luzerne County often have older electrical systems that benefit from updates to meet modern safety standards. Ungrounded outlets pose risks when used with three-prong devices, and outdoor outlets require proper GFCI protection and weatherproof covers. With an older panel, whole-home surge protection helps guard sensitive electronics against voltage spikes common in the region.
Common questions
Why did my outdoor outlets stop working?
Outdoor outlets are exposed to moisture, temperature changes, and weather conditions that can cause them to fail over time. GFCI outlets in particular may trip or wear out and need replacement to restore power safely.
Is it safe to use adapters on two-prong outlets?
Using adapters on ungrounded two-prong outlets does not provide true grounding protection for your devices. Replacing these outlets with properly grounded three-prong receptacles is the safer long-term solution.
What does a whole-home surge protector do?
A whole-home surge protector is installed at your main electrical panel and helps absorb voltage spikes before they reach your appliances and electronics. This is especially valuable in homes with older panels that may be more vulnerable to surge damage.
Why do outdoor outlets need special covers?
Outdoor outlets require weatherproof covers, often called bubble covers, to protect them from rain, snow, and debris while devices are plugged in. These covers help prevent moisture from entering the outlet and causing shorts or failures.
The service expert on this job
Charles S.
Service expert
More about Charles →Reviewed by a licensed Thomas Edison Electric service expert on November 6, 2026.
Where this job was
Kingston, Pennsylvania, in Luzerne. Electrical service in Kingston
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