Your GFCI trips because it’s sensing a ground fault, even when nothing is plugged in. Likely causes are moisture in the box, damaged wiring or shared neutral, a downstream outlet with leakage, a failing GFCI, or reversed line/load wiring. We diagnose nuisance trips in Roanoke and nearby Cave Spring.
Quick checks:
- Press Reset, then Test to confirm it holds.
- Dry the box and replace a damp cover.
- Disconnect load terminals to isolate downstream circuits.
- If it won’t hold reset, replacement may be needed.
Updated: 2025-12-24
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