A GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) is added to a receptacle, such as a plug or an outlet, to prevent electric shock, especially in areas with water. If you’re experiencing an outage in one area of your home such as a kitchen or bathroom, you may need to reset your GFCI outlet.
Your GFCI may be found in an adjacent room that controls all receptacles or as part of an individual outlet. A GFCI outlet will have two buttons labeled “Test” and “Reset” and are sometimes colored. Press the “Reset” button and see if power is restored. If resetting the GFCI receptacle does not resolve your issue, contact an electrician.